People travel from all over the world to visit the Pacific Northwest. A top destination on their list? Portland, Oregon. Not only is Portlandia a haven for outdoors activities and microbreweries, but it also has a vibrant culinary scene. And if you’ve got food sensitivities or allergies like me, then you’ll be delighted to find a plethora of places in Portland to indulge without sacrificing flavor. So of course I want to try all of them!

I recently had an epic gluten free dining adventure in Portland when I was in town for my cooking segment on AMNW and book signing! I was very impressed with how many 100% gluten free restaurants there were in the city. As hard as I tried, I didn’t get to try them all so there are many more on my list for next time I am in town. Read on for all my delicious recommendations for places to eat gluten free in Portland, Oregon!

Verde Cocina - Tasty Gluten Free Mexican Food in Portland

Verde Cocina is one of my favorite gluten free places to eat in Portland. I actually ate there two times last time I was in town, so naturally I was very excited to go back. They have delicious Mexican food with a fresh and healthy spin. The entire menu is gluten free and they even have paleo options as well, which is a rare treat with traditionally grain and bean heavy Latin American food. Anytime I eat Mexican food I love to order guac, and Verde Cocina’s does not disappoint with their unique variation of guac with jicama. Delish! We also ordered carne asada and chicken con papas salad. The verdict: it was sooooo good.

I really wish I had a bigger stomach sometimes to fit all the tastiness in because we barely had enough room to fit in flan for dessert, but since it is one of my favorite desserts I never pass it up. Fortunately, I made room and it was completely worth it. Make sure to try one of their tasty cocktails, too. Verde Cocina was voted one of the best margaritas in Portland and I can confirm that because it sure went down easy.

New Cascadia - Savory Gluten Free Options!

I was so happy to finally make it into New Cascadia, an incredible gluten free bakery in Portland! They are another 100% gluten free establishment and have a delectable menu consisting of pizza, bagels, pies and challah! *Pinch me* because those are some of my favorite foods that I’ve missed dearly since going gluten free 8 years ago. Truth is, most gluten free options are disappointing, but not at New Cascadia! Every tantalizing bite was flavorful and delicious. I was so so happy to finally have a slice of pizza that was gluten free and tasty.

I also got to sample some of their pies which were amazing, too. My favorite was the raspberry pie since it was tart and not too sweet. We were right in time for pie season since it was 4th of July weekend. :) We also took some challah to go and made French toast and devoured the tasty bagels. One unique thing about New Cascadia is that a lot of restaurants around town actually serve their bread and baked goods. This means that if you don’t have a chance to visit their bakery, you can still sample their tasty creations by visiting a restaurant that serves their bakery goods.

Tiny Moreso & Rawdacious Desserts - Plant-Based Decadence

Tiny Moreso is a gem located in NE Portland. Their entire restaurant is 100% gluten-free and plant-based. Because each menu item is made of whole foods, it’s the perfect spot for those who eat paleo or plant-based. Plus, it’s absolutely delicious!

If I could, I’d eat every item on the menu because I wanted to sample it all! Alas, we chose the AB&J Panini, which has almond butter and Dalmatia fig spread on New Cascadia Gluten-Free Bread. I loved this unique and tasty spin on the classic PB&J, served on a grilled panini with a side of tahini. It even came with a side of apples to round out this familiar and nostalgic meal.

Another dish featuring the lemon tahini dressing was the Grain and Green Bowl. Topped to the brim with healthy, vibrant vegetables that filled my stomach and heart. It just feels so good to eat healthy, nourishing and delicious food—which is what Tiny Moreso has perfected.

A little backstory about my dining experience: the day I visited Tiny Moreso, I had the worst headache that wouldn’t quit. I was elated to find the feature of adding CBD to the fresh-squeezed juices and smoothies on the menu. Not only could I enjoy amazing food, but I could sip on a holistic and medicinal juice that literally cured my headache. I was even able to get work done on my flight home! How amazing is that? And just when I thought Tinymoreso can’t get any better… they also make the amazing Rawdacious Vegan Cheesecakes, which are nothing short of a tasty work of art. Of course, we had to order a sampler of the cheesecakes as it’s simply impossible to decide on just one! Straight up—they are all delicious and healthy, so you might as well try them all. :)

If you can’t get in just yet to Tiny Moreso for a slice of their cheesecakes, you can find their cheesecakes at many restaurants around the city and also at New Seasons Market and Market of Choice. As you can see, Tiny Moreso was a hit, and you’ve got to stop in on your next trip to Portland!

PRO TIP:
Both Tiny Moreso and Happy Day Juice are woman-owned and right by the airport, making them each a perfect stop when you are coming to/from Portland. This convenient location makes them perfect for grabbing some healthy and nourishing food for your flight or to kick-off your trip to P-town. I hit one stop on each leg of my trip and now that I know these gems exist, I will be making them both part of my airport rendezvous. No need to eat any airport junk food when you can treat yourself to this amazing food and stay full for your journey. You can hit Tiny Moreso one way and Happy Days Foods the other and trust me, you’ll fall in love with both!

Happy Day Juice - Happy and Bright Plant-Based Deliciousness

Happy Day Juice is a lovely cafe in NE Portland that is also 100% gluten-free and plant-based. I absolutely love seeing eateries like this popping up where the food is clean, healthy and delicious.

Happy Day Juice was the perfect first stop on my latest trip to Portland, when I popped in to reboot after my flight. The fresh juice and unique gluten-free menu items were just what I needed to start my trip off right.

We had the gluten-free matcha shortcake waffle that’s made with teff and is so fluffy and light. It was absolutely delicious and topped with fresh strawberries and cultured coconut cream. YUM! I am still craving this now that I am home.

We also had the Avocado Toasty which was on a New Cascadia bagel and topped with fresh tomato, avocado, sesame, and sprouts. Clean, filling and healthy lunches are my favorite!

In addition to their tasty food, Happy Day Juice also has an epic selection of smoothies and fresh juices that totally hit the spot after the flight. We tried the Darling and Ritual and both were amazing! I highly recommend adding Happy Day Juice to your Portland gluten-free food trek, especially if you are flying in and out of PDX. There’s nothing quite as satisfying as a freshly-pressed juice and gluten-free treat to rejuvenate you after a flight.

Little Bean - Satisfy your Sweet Tooth with this Gluten Free Ice Cream!

Little Bean specializes in making ice cream and some baked goods from chickpeas! That’s right, chickpeas! It was really awesome to tour the entire process of how they get their chickpeas and turn them into milk and then ice cream, but also reuse the pulp to make some of the baked goods! All of the flavors were absolutely delicious and they are 100% gluten free—including the cones, available in vanilla or chocolate. Right now they only have one location in NW Portland but they are planning to expand into grocery stores so keep an eye out for pints near you, hopefully soon because it was DELICIOUS.

Groundbreaker Brewing - All The Gluten Free Beer Your Heart Desires!

Who says dreams don’t come true? I have been in love with Groundbreakers Gluten free beer for a while, but it’s straight up hard to come by. Well, I’ve wanted to eat at the brewery but somehow didn’t make it on my last two trips to Portland. Finally, I made it into Groundbreaker Brewing on this most recent trip and it was worth the wait because it was absolutely delicious! One thing I love about this place is that the beer is 100% gluten free and is made (any guesses?) chestnuts! I love how creative restaurants are getting these days! It seems they are constantly coming up with new gluten free recipes. Best thing about Groundbreaker is that we got to taste ALL of their beers because they’re all gluten free. We didn’t have to worry if there would be cross contamination or traces of gluten that could end up in our beer and be a bad situation. It was truly a treat to try so many different beers. We also got the special opportunity to meet the owner when we took a brewery tour to see where all the magic happens.

As if the beer already didn’t make for a perfect experience—their food is amazing, too. They have a gluten free fried chicken or chicken bowl, depending on what time of day you come in, and it was so good! I think I have only had fried chicken one other time that was safe so this was a real treat and it was so good. I was with my family and we all tried something different so we could sample a lot of the menu, which is filled with a variety of delectable options. Again I found myself wishing my stomach could eat all the delicious food on offer, from sandwiches to cornbread, there was no shortage of tasty gluten-free options. This was an experience to remember!

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Schilling Cider House - 100% Gluten Free Cider and Appetizers

Schilling Cider House was another amazing stop and this is where I actually hosted my book signing since it was 100% gluten free! They have over 50 ciders on tap and even brew their own. In addition to tasty ciders they have a menu of various tasty appetizers and snacks including rissoto balls, hand dipped corn dogs, tacos and more to keep you full during your cider explorations. Bonus that they have a really nice pet-friendly patio to take advantage of the sunshine on a nice day. Of course I brought along my furry friends, Frenchie Beach Babies!

Corbett & Hawthorne Fish House - Comforting Gluten Free Seafood Dishes

How often do you come across fish and chips in a 100% gluten free restaurant? Basically never. This was a real treat to be able to stop in to Corbett Fish House and eat this delicious dish without worrying if I’d get glutened. The menu has a variety of fish options that you can chose from, and you can even select from light battered vs gluten free beer battered and pair it with fries and a gluten free beer, including Groundbreaker! Yum!

Petunias Pies & Bakery - Gluten Free and Vegan Bakery in Portland

Petunias Pie & Bakery is a bright and colorful gluten free bakery in SW Portland. All of the delicious bakery items are also 100% gluten free. Oh, and did I mention they are also completely vegan? Talk about a dietary restriction smorgasbord. You won’t find menu limits here! On weekends they have waffles and donuts, but unfortunately we missed that as we were only able to make it on a weekday, but I would have loved to try those! We did try the biscuits and gravy and pie and it was quite tasty. If you love baked goods but are gluten free and vegan, this is a must stop on your gluten free food trail through Portland!

On My List For Next Time…

I wish I had more time because there are so many more gluten-free places to eat in Portland that I want to try! Next time I’m in Portland, some gluten-free places on my radar are Harlow, Gluten Free Gem, Back To Eden, , Butterfly Belly Asian, Bang Bang and Cultured Caveman. Let me know if you have been to any of these and which other gluten-free restaurants are your favorites!

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