Discover Gluten Free, Allergy Friendly & Healthy Restaurants

The number of restaurants, quick service chains and bakeries around the world that cater to those managing healthy diets free from gluten, dairy, other allergens and sugar  is continuing to expand.  For a list of gluten, allergy and vegan friendly restaurants and their websites, click a restaurant category below:

• Casual Dining
• Fast Food Chains
• GF Pizza & GF Beer
• Bakeries & Cafes
• Breakfast Suggestions

Key Factors Driving Growth of Healthy Gluten Free and Allergy Friendly Restaurants

Based upon the cutting edge Global Market Research conducted by GlutenFree and AllergyPassport, we believe the dramatic growth in healthy special diet restaurant menus is due to five key factors:

1. 62% of the eating establishments surveyed consider gluten and allergen-free customers to be a new and profitable market.
2. Majority of food service providers are experiencing a growing demand for special dietary meals from guests.
3. 92% of gluten, wheat and allergen-free guests will return frequently to the same eating establishment after a positive eating out experience.
4. There are significant business opportunities for increased revenues from repeat and loyal customers when food service professionals ‘get it’ and customers feel safe.
5. Increased awareness of celiac / coeliac disease, gluten sensitivities, food allergies and intolerances are driving more restaurants to request that guests notify them of any food concerns.

Points to Remember with Any Restaurant

Individuals need to remember that even if the restaurant chain offers a gluten free menu, an allergen chart or an allergy friendly menu, they still need to ask the right questions and review their meal to ensure safe healthy eating experiences.

Having to following a special diet increases the level of complexity involved in ordering meals outside the home.  We need to arm ourselves with the knowledge needed to safely eat in any restaurant.

Knowing what ingredients and food preparation techniques are safe, what questions to ask the staff and what modifications can be made empowers us to have to safe and enjoyable eating experiences.

It’s all about education, preparation and communication.  The more you know, the easier it is to dine out safely and put the control back in your hands as a customer even if the restaurant offers a gluten free menu, an allergen chart or an allergy friendly menu!