ZipPicks Awards
Best Gluten-Free Restaurants in Ridgewood
Master Critic Review
The Flying Fox Tavern
7.9
A neighborhood tavern that’s better when you treat it like a kitchen-backed bar stop, not a destination feast. The gluten-free wins are specific—order those, keep the rest simple, and let the room’s pub energy do the work.
Must-Try Dishes:
Brick Chicken (gluten free), Franken-Brekky Sandwich (GF option), Rocket Salad (gluten free)
Scores:
Value: 7.6
Service: 7.7
Consistency: 7.8
Food Quality: 8
Atmosphere: 8.2
Cultural Relevance: 7.1
What makes it special: A pub menu with several clearly labeled gluten-free kitchen plays.
Who should go: Gluten-free bar-food people meeting friends
When to visit: Happy hour into early dinner
What to order: Brick Chicken, Rocket Salad, Franken-Brekky (GF option)
Insider tip: Anchor the table with the Brick Chicken—then snack around it.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Metered street parking along Woodward Ave and nearby side streets; manageable earlier in the evening, tougher after 7pm.
Dress code: Casual neighborhood pub—jeans, boots, and layers fit right in.
Noise level: Moderate to lively—easy to talk early, louder once happy hour peaks.
Weekend wait: 20–40 minutes during peak hours without a reservation
Weekday lunch: Little to no wait
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes—salads and a few veg-friendly plates work without heavy modification.
Vegan options: Limited—mostly salads or sides; not a vegan-focused kitchen.
Gluten-free options: Yes—several clearly labeled gluten-free mains and sides when ordered carefully.
Best For
Better for: Gluten-free diners who still want classic pub food in a social, beer-forward setting.
Consider Alternatives If: You’re looking for a destination gluten-free restaurant or a quiet, polished dining experience.