Gluten Free Dining

[jolene]

So I have recently discovered that I have a gluten intolerance and have to avoid all wheat/gluten. Unfortunately, I am a vegetarian (although I eat fish) and my diet previously consisted of bagels and heaps of Italian food. I LOVE eating out and trying new restaurants so if anyone could help me find some good places that offer gluten free options, I would really really appreciate it. Any and all suggestions are desperately welcome. I live in Santa Monica, so the closer the better, but I'd love to hear any suggestions...Thank you in advance!

[annecarmack]

http://www.truefoodkitchen.com/

Just opened in Santa Monica!
YUM!

[lac582]

Maggiano's (at the Grove and I'm sure other locations) has a gluten-free fusilli (sp?) that they will substitute in any of the pasta dishes on their menu.

[apple7blue]

I thought we were supposed to recommend places with good food? Heh, just teasing, but the bland food at Maggiano's isn't really praise-worthy . . . I have only been to the OC location though . . .

[carriedushey]

Maggiano's does offer a gluten free corn pasta, but almost all of their sauces contain gluten. I believe the alfredo is safe, but I am not a big fan. I just had them toss the corn pasta in butter, olive oil and cheese.

Carino's has a gluten free menu, but does not offer a gluten free pasta.

[westsidegal]

any rice-based ethnic cuisine should work for you--indian, pakistani, sushi, thai, chinese, etc
the rice noodles served at thai and chinese restaurants might scratch the pasta itch.

[Clyde]

Go Veggie off the 90 freeway and Centinela! They have the most amazing 'salad bar' with delicious tofu and salad stuff.

[carter]

I don't suppose you've tried Real Food Daily in Santa Monica!
And vegetarians do not eat fish.
Tender Greens in culver city could also work.

[apple7blue]

Sorry to repeat what you said . . .

[jolene]

Thank you for your replies. I look forward to checking some of these places out...

[Emme]

Newsroom Cafe

A Votre Sante or Sante La Brea

Jack Spratt's Grille

Monte Alban has options as most is made from scratch

Drago

La Cachette (will accommodate if you call ahead)

Gardens on Glendon

Tanino

Mao's Chinese Kitchen

Javan

Guelaguetza

Tamara's Tamales

Habayit

Le Petit Cafe

Chaya Venice (just call ahead to warn them)

Mongolian BBQ depending upon your inclusions, and get them to clean the grill before yours is cooked

M Cafe de Chaya

Sushi but bring your own Bragg's as I do!

Mani's Bakery

Angelini Osteria (braised artichokes, seared ahi, panna cotta)

Casbah Cafe (salads)

Gingergrass (just not the sandwiches, duh)

Sweet Debbie's (for sweets)

Sensitive Baker

Fritto Misto can help you. (they sub veggies for pasta)

Steakhouses like The Palm or Ruth's Chris are great ideas

Not my top choices, but Santa Monica also offers El Cholo and PF Chang's

[Dogbite Williams]

Indian restaurants are fine. Just avoid the breads (naan, paratha, etc.) and the samosas. They don't use flour to thicken their sauces.

[charmo]

after doing a quick google search, i've found the following:

California
American Girl Café - @ the Grove, West Hollywood

Chaya - Venice, on Main St.

El Cholo Mexican - Santa Monica, on Wilshire Blvd.

PF Chang's - Various Locations

Pinkberry - Various Locations

But by the way, I think you should look up the definition of "vegetarian". Doesn't include animals of the sea. Sorry.

[jolene]

thanks for the restaurant advice. I will definitely look into that.
But by the way, I think you should look up the definition of "vegetarian." There are many different levels of vegetarianism. Sorry.
http://www.healthline.com/adamcontent...

[apple7blue]

I think Akasha in Culver City, and Real Food Daily in Santa Monica serves gluten free foods.