Gluten-Free Massachusetts
I’ve lived in Massachusetts all my life, except for when I was studying Nutrition & Dietetics at the University of New Hampshire. Growing up close to Boston has been amazing. There is so much to see and do and the food scene is amazing. It hasn’t always been a great place for gluten-free eats, but over the years more and more options have popped up. I’m only including places I have personally been to, but I would love to hear what places I’ve missed in the comments!
Verveine Cafe & Bakery
Verveine Cafe & Bakery (100% GF)
I think about this place EVERY single day and then I think how it’s probably a good thing that I don’t live super close because I would be there on a daily basis. Verveine is a newer bakery in the Boston area. I have been several times now and every single time I’ve been it’s PACKED, especially on the weekends. While this might be somewhat annoying, it makes me happy that so many people are supporting gluten-free businesses, even people who don’t follow a gluten-free diet! They offer breakfast options, lunch options and many baked good items. The ‘ube brownie’ is a MUST! Also, I believe they just started doing pizza nights, which I think you need to sign up before hand on their website. I’m dying to try it!
Location:
298 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139
Twist Bakery & Cafe
Twist Bakery & Cafe (100% GF)
Twist is a 100% gluten-free cafe. They have quite an extensive menu that includes breakfast options, lunch options and all the baked goods you can imagine. This is another place I’ve been with non-GF friends and family and they love it just as much as I do.
Locations:
30 Milliston Rd, Millis, MA 02054
62 Second Ave, Burlington, MA 01803
Burton’s Grill & Bar
Burtons Grill & Bar
Burton’s Grill & Bar is a fabulous chain for gluten-free. With several locations around the greater Boston area it’s a great option. Almost every single thing on their menu can be made gluten-free. They are extremely knowledgable about celiac disease and take proper precautions in preparing gluten-free food separately to prevent cross-contact.
Locations:
1355 Market St, Lynnfield, MA 01940
43 Middlesex Turnpike, Burlington, MA 01803
145 Turnpike St, North Andover, MA 01845
94 Derby St, Hingham, MA 02043
30 Worcester Rd, Framingham, MA 01702
1 Cornerstone Square, Westford, MA 01886
193 Boston Tpke, Shrewsbury, MA 01545
310 Daniel Webster Hwy, Nashua, NH 03060
100 Evergreen Way, South Windsor, CT 06074
Loco Taqueria & Oyster Bar
Loco Taqueria & Oyster Bar
While Loco Taqueria & Oyster Bar isn’t an entirely gluten-free restaurant they are super knowledgeable and offer many gluten-free options. Their fryer is entirely gluten-free and they even have gluten-free churros. The nachos are delicious and the perfect start to a delicious meal.
Locations:
61 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA 02215
412 W Broadway, Boston, MA 02127
Violette Gluten Free Bakery
Violette Gluten Free Bakery (100% GF) (Cambridge)
Located in Cambridge, MA Violette is a great place to stop for a quick snack or pastry. They also make cakes for events which is awesome. Their grilled cheese was so cheesy and delicious. I also really liked the spinach empanadas. You can also purchase a lot of their items frozen to take home.
Location:
1782 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02140
Kane’s Donuts
Kane’s Donuts
Kane’s Donuts is not a 100% donut shop, however, they are extremely knowledgeable and take proper precautions. They launched their GF donuts in 2014 after years of working to perfect it. All of their GF donuts (KGF) are made in a dedicated gluten-free kitchen where zero gluten items are made. Their KGF line of gluten-free donuts is free of three major allergens: gluten, dairy and nuts. They even have seasonal specials. You can check out all their GF donuts here. Kane’s is a staple on the north shore and I highly recommend!
Locations:
90 Oliver St, Boston, MA 02110
1575 Broadway, Saugus, MA 01906
120 Lincoln Ave, Saugus, MA 01906
Crave
Crave
Crave has really grown over the years and they have lots of yummy gluten-free options. Their scones are delicious and over the summer I had their strawberry scone and it was amazing. This fall they also have a pumpkin scone. Be sure to let them know you have celiac when ordering.
Locations:
199A Rantoul Street, Beverly, MA 01915
101 Lafayette St, Salem, MA 01970
110 Grill
110 Grill
110 Grill has a lot of different options on their menu and 100% of their menu can be made gluten-free. They are also recognized by AllergyEats as a Top Ten Allergy-Friendly Restaurant Brand. Some of their protocols include a 100% gluten-free fryer and delivering all allergen dishes by managers only. They also use allergen picks in allergen dishes. 110 Grill also trains every employee in allergy awareness. This is a place you can feel comfortable eating at as a celiac without asking a million and one questions when ordering. You can read more about their allergen commitment here.
Locations: Saugus, Fall River, Wrentham, Plymouth, Braintree, Millbury, Hanover, Holyoke, Worcester, Wayland, Marlborough, Boston, Berlin, Hadley, Maynard, Leominster, Haverhill, Chelmsford, Woburn, Athol, Lenox
Sadly, I have no pics to share for Tavern in the Square… my phone did not eat first last time I was there :)
Tavern in the Square
If you’re looking for a place to grab drinks and some appetizers after work this is the place! Tavern in the Square is amazing for gluten-free options because over 75% of their menu can be made gluten-free AND all of their fryers are gluten, dairy, nuts and shellfish free! They are a completely nut-free restaurant and take all allergens very seriously. Each allergen-specific dish comes clearly marked with an allergen stick. They even have gluten-free mac and cheese, fish and chips, nachos, cornflake fried chicken tenders and a salted caramel cookie skillet for dessert. In addition to their 13 Massachusetts locations, they also have locations in New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Connecticut. You can read more about how they handle allergens on their website here.
Locations: Attleboro, Burlington, Braintree, Dedham, Framingham, Littleton, Lowell, North Station, Shrewsbury, Tyngsborough, Weymouth, Wrentham and Woburn
