Kansas City’s vibrant culinary scene has become a haven for food enthusiasts seeking diverse and healthy dining options. For those avoiding animal products and gluten as a dietary choice, gluten sensitivity, or living with celiac disease; the city offers a plethora of delectable gluten-free choices that cater to various tastes and preferences. In this dining guide, we will take you on a gastronomic journey through Kansas City; highlighting some of the tastiest and healthiest gluten-free & vegan options that our city has to offer.
Our top 12 favorites are highlighted and pictured below among the many excellent gluten-free and vegan options in Kansas City!
KEY: (GF=Gluten Free, GFR=GF on Request, V=Vegan, VOR=Vegan on Request)
Anousone: GF & V clearly marked on the menu
Hearty Yellow Curry (ordered with Tofu or veggies) (GF & V)
Veggie & Vegan Pho (GF & V)
Bun Rice Noodle Bowl (ordered with tofu or veggies) (GF & V)
Stir Fry Noodles (ordered with veggies or tofu) (GFR & V)
Billie’s Grocery: GF & V option in most categories
GF & V options are not clearly labeled
Ask for details
Bo Ling’s: has a GF menu & (VOR dishes: request cooked with water instead of chicken stock)
Curry Vegetables and Tofu (GF, VOR)
Vegetable Fried Rice (GF, VOR)
Build Your Own Stir Fry (GF, VOR) (choose tofu & vegetables, request GF & V sauce)
brown rice optional (more wholesome)
Blue Sushi Sake Grill: (GFR, VOR) has GF menu
Vegan Maki menu section, many V options clearly labeled
Options for each course, too many options to list!
Blue Koi: GFR & VOR options in starters & entrees
Blue Nile Cafe: GFR & VOR
Vegetarian and Vegan section on menu.
GF Injera on request
Blue Bird Bistro: GF & V options clearly labeled
GF & V options for most courses.
GF options for each course, V options for each course,
Cafe Gratitude: Entirely Vegan Menu
GF options for each course
Some GFR items
Caffetteria Modern Cafe: GF & V clearly marked on the menu
GF & V options for most courses
Enjoy Pure Food + Drink: GF & V options
At least one GF option per course!
Smoothies
Veggie Burger (V, GFR)
Take on the World Bowl (GF & V)
Fortune Wok: GFR & VOR, has GF Menu
Tofu Vegetables (GF, VOR)
Mixed Vegetables (GF, VOR)
Love Yo-Self (V, GF?)
Yin Yang (V, GF?)
Holyland: (GFR & VOR), has vegetarian menu
Call for details
Jinya Ramen: has GF Menu, and Vegetarian Menu
Small Plates:
Edamame (GF & V)
Caramelized Cauliflower (GF & V)
Has rice noodles, but likely not on their GF menu due to risk of gluten contamination during prep.
KC Craft Ramen: has V options that appear GF, or likely GFR.
Sesame Spicy Vegan (GFR?, V0
Vegan Ramen (GFR?, V)
Has GF & V upon request options
Modifications listed on menu
Korma Sutra Indian Restaurant: has GF & V options
GF Naan upon request
Leaf Eater: has GF & V options, but website says "currently closed"
Lulu’s Thai Noodle Shop: has GF Menu & Meatless Menu
GF & V are not clearly marked on menus
Call for details
GF & V are not clearly marked on menus
Call for details
The Littlest Bake Shop: entire kitchen is dedicated GF & V!
Options in all courses, too many to list!
Seasonal, rotating menu
Menu is clearly marked with potential allergens
Celiac - safe restaurant!
Mattie’s Foods: Entirely Vegan Menu
GF or GFR are not clearly marked on menus
Call for details
Mud Pie Vegan Bakery: Entirely Vegan Bakery
GF & V options are clearly marked
Raj Express Indian Kitchen: has GF & V options
Thali Platter with basmati rice, sautéed vegetables, 5-way lentils and chana masala (V)
GF or GFR are not clearly marked on menus
Call for details
Raj Mahal Indian Retaurant: has GF & V options
lentil dahl, aloo gobi, & veggie pakoras
Naan contains gluten
GF, V or GFR are not clearly marked on menus
Call for details
Seva Indian: has GF & V options
Seva squash is GF, and V upon request
GF & V options are clearly marked
Very accommodating
Summit Pizza: has GF Menu & V Menu
GF & V options are clearly marked
Fresh salad bar (pictured)
Sweet Emotion KC: Entirely V Menu with GF options
Oat milk ice cream and other creative treats
Taco Naco: has GF & V options
Potato Pipian (V, GF?)
Mushroom Mole (V, GF?)
Off-Menu: Taco Meal Kits with choice of filling (V, GF?)
Tea Garden: has GF & V options
Steamed Tofu with Mixed Vegetables (GF & V)
Gluten-Free Tofu (GF & V)
Miso Soup (GF & V)
Brown rice upgrade option
The Downtown Deli & Market by Flavor: GF & V options are clearly labeled
The Fix: Entirely V menu, has GF options clearly labeled
The Mixx: GF & V option clearly labeled
Salads, sandwiches GF & V with modifications
Build your own salad
The Pizza Place: has a GF menu & a V menu (scroll down past main menu)
GF & V options are clearly labeled
The Tree Hugger Kitchen: Entirely V menu, has GF options clearly labeled
The Unbakery & Juicery: AKA Billie's Grocery (above) has GF & V options clearly marked.
Topp'd Pizza + Salads: GF & V options clearly labeled
Ruby Jean’s Juicery: GF & V options clearly labeled
Unforked: GF & Vegetarian options clearly marked
Vegetarian options are often Vegan when ordered without cheese &/or mayo.
Waldo Pizza: has a GF Menu & V menu
GF & V 7" & 12" pizzas available
Too many options to list!
Whole Harvest Kitchen: Entirely WFPB & V menu with GF options
GF options are not clearly marked online, but are on in-person menu.
GF chickpea pizza dough option
RESTAURANT CHAINS WITH LOCAL LOCATIONS:
Bibibop Asian Grill: Entirely Certified GF Kitchen with V options
Build your own bowl with GF & V ingredients
CAVA: GF & V options are clearly labeled
Build your own bowl with GF & V ingredients
Meddy’s: has GF & V Menu!
GF & V options are clearly marked
Modern Market Eatery: has a GF & V filterable list
GF & V options are clearly marked
Offers 3 bowls, 3 sides, and 3 treats that are GF & V
Nekter Juice Bar: Menu appears entirely V
Menu is not clearly labeled GF or V
Menu contains an allergy disclaimer that any menu item may contain allergens including gluten or wheat
Ask for details
PF Chang’s: GFO (Gluten Free Option) & Vegetarian (leaf) clearly marked
Ask for details
Spin Pizza: GF & V options clearly marked
12" Signature Veggie pizza on GF crust with no cheese (remove goat, parm, and spin blend) add V cheese if you please.
True Food Kitchen: has GF & V options clearly labeled
Urban Egg: has GF available (GFA) and Vegan available (VA) clearly labeled
A few options under the Healthy Options section of the menu.
KEY: (GF=Gluten Free, GFR=GF on Request, V=Vegan, VOR=Vegan on Request)
* DISCLAIMER: Please confirm gluten status of foods outside of certified GF or dedicated GF kitchens. *
There are 3 primary health-related gluten-free dietary restrictions:
Those with a Gluten Sensitivity may suffer mild to moderate symptoms if exposed to gluten in food.
Those living with Celiac Disease are best suited by eating from certified GF kitchens or dedicated GF restaurants in order to avoid moderate to severe symptoms from cross-contamination.
Those with a Gluten Allergy are best suited by eating from certified GF kitchens or dedicated GF restaurants in order to avoid an allergic reaction from cross-contamination.
We offer gluten sensitivity, celiac testing, gluten allergy testing, and Lifestyle Medicine nutritional guidance related to these diagnoses. We have extensive experience with transitioning to a gluten-free and vegan dietary lifestyle from a personal and patient care perspective.
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