Best Gluten Free Restaurants in Long Island City (11101)
9 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Casa Enrique
Michelin-recognized Mexican cooking anchored by mole, braises, and bigger plates.
Notable Picks
#1
Casa Enrique
8.8
A long-running LIC destination for regionally rooted Mexican cooking that leans into big, slow-cooked plates as much as tacos. The room stays energetic, and the kitchen’s best dishes reward ordering beyond the basics—think mole, braises, and seafood with deep chile-driven flavor.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mole de Piaxtla, Braised lamb shank, Branzino “al pastor”
What makes it special: Michelin-recognized Mexican cooking anchored by mole, braises, and bigger plates.
8.6
A classic, high-volume neighborhood diner that wins on round-the-clock reliability and a menu built for repeat visits. The best move is to order like a regular—one comfort staple, one breakfast favorite, and a side that travels well if you’re taking it to-go.
Must-Try Dishes:
Belgian waffle, French onion soup, Tuna melt
What makes it special: A true all-day diner with proven reliability at massive local volume.
#3
Jora
8.4
A polished Peruvian kitchen with a brunch-adjacent midday rhythm: come here when you want chef-driven plates and cocktails instead of the usual eggs-and-bacon loop. Best when you order like a small feast—one ceviche, one hot grill item, and a starch anchor to round it out.
Must-Try Dishes:
Ceviche mixto, Grilled octopus, Lomo saltado
What makes it special: Peruvian-forward plates and pisco cocktails that feel “brunch-plus.”
8.3
Vibes:
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Comfort Food Classics
Business Lunch Power Players
A long-running neighborhood Italian spot where wood-fired pizza and hearty pastas anchor the menu. It’s the kind of place locals return to for familiar favorites, a comfortable room, and an easy dinner rhythm that works for groups or low-key dates.
Must-Try Dishes:
Margherita pizza, Eggplant parmigiana, Gnocchi
What makes it special: Wood-fired pizza and classic pastas in a true LIC local standby.
#5
Levante
8.2
A pizza-forward Italian spot with big ceilings, a full bar, and a backyard that makes it feel like a neighborhood hangout with room to breathe. The move is to treat it as a pizza-and-a-few-plates night, leaning into the pies and letting the bar carry the pacing.
Must-Try Dishes:
Neapolitan-style pizza, Pesto pasta, Panna cotta
What makes it special: Pizza-first Italian with a big bar and a standout backyard space.
#6
Tuk Tuk
8.0
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Comfort Food Classics
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Family Friendly Favorites
A dependable Thai staple where big-flavor noodles, soups, and stir-fries make it an easy repeat for locals. Gluten-free ordering is strongest when you communicate clearly about soy sauce and fish sauce, then build the meal around rice noodles, soups, and simply prepared proteins or tofu.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pad kee mao, Massaman curry, Tom kha
What makes it special: A classic LIC Thai standby focused on fast, familiar comfort dishes.
#7
Go Nonna
8.0
A small, personality-filled neighborhood spot mixing Italian comfort with a light Argentinian touch. It’s best when you order like a regular—pick one pasta, one hearty main, and let the room’s cozy energy do the rest.
Must-Try Dishes:
Gnocchi alla Sorrentina, Carbonara, Milanesa napolitana
What makes it special: Italian comfort dishes with a subtle Argentinian accent and cozy vibe.
Worthy Picks
#8
Cyclo
7.9
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Quick Bites Champions
A Vietnamese mainstay that’s especially useful for gluten-free diners because rice noodles, broths, and herb-forward plates are easy to navigate. You’ll get the best experience by focusing on pho and vermicelli bowls, then double-checking sauces and any fried items for cross-contact.
Must-Try Dishes:
Beef Pho, Chicken Pho, Banh Mi
What makes it special: Classic Vietnamese comfort cooking with pho as the dependable house staple.
#9
JACX&CO
7.5
A modern food hall setup that’s useful for gluten-free diners because you can shop multiple counters and choose the safest fit for the day. The best strategy is to pick one vendor you trust, confirm allergen handling, and keep the order simple and cross-contact-aware.
Must-Try Dishes:
Gluten-free sandwich option (when available), Rice-bowl style plate from a vendor counter, Salad + protein plate (confirm dressings)
What makes it special: Multiple vendors make gluten-free decision-making more flexible.