Want to know more about gluten free Paris? Even with a special gluten free diet and a trip to the gastronomical capital of the world coming up, you can still dine at some excellent restaurants while you visit Paris. Paris has recently added many gluten free boulangeries, patisseries, and even restaurants, so don’t be shy! Read on to learn about eating gluten free in Paris…
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Gluten free Paris tip #1: Crêperies
You can luckily enjoy a delicious traditional French meal, and gluten free meal- Crêpes! The traditional Breton crepes are called galettes de sarrasin which are made from 100% buckwheat flour (blè noir or farine de sarrasin), and completely suitable for your gluten free needs.
Be sure to be cautious! When ordering a galette, always ask for the ones that are sans gluten or without gluten, or simply ask for ones avec sarrasin seulement or with only buckwheat flour.
Check out our article about the best crêperies in Paris
Krügen
Krugen is truly the definition of cool, and you won’t think you are in an old school crêperie anymore. Not only is the interior cool, but the crêpes are too, and filled with ingredients from Breton.
Krügen
Address: 58 rue de la Fontaine au Roi, 75011
Schedule: Open Wednesday- Saturday from midday and the evening from 7 PM, Brunch on Sunday from midday
Check out their website for more information
Gluten free Paris tip #2: Gluten Free Treats
Macarons
The pretty and colorful Parisian delicacies are usually suitable for special dietary gluten free restrictions!
Check out our article to find the best macarons in Paris
Gluten free Paris tip #3: Gluten Free Boulangeries and Patisseries
Worried you can’t eat pastries and baguettes when coming to Paris? There is absolutely no need to go bread-less in Paris on a GF diet if you know the right places to go… keep reading to discover the best gluten free bakeries in Paris.
Helmut Newcake
Helmut Newcake, the first patisserie offering traditional French cakes and pastries that are 100% gluten free, also has an amazing Sunday brunch and a shop where you can buy gluten free ingredients to cook with! This place should be your go-to for all things gluten free. Be sure to make reservations for their Sunday brunch.
Helmut Newcake
Address: 28 rue Vignon, 75009
Schedule: Open Monday- Saturday 11:30 AM- 7 PM
Check their website for more information
Chambelland
A brilliant bakery offering a wide range of gluten free breads and pastries made with natural gluten substitutes. Chambelland is one of our most recommended gluten free Paris bakeries.
Chambelland
Address: 14 rue Ternaux, 75011
Schedule: Open Tuesday- Sunday 9AM- 8 PM
Check their website for more information
Gluten free Paris tip #4: Gluten Free Cafés
For a quick bite to eat and casual GF lunch spot, here are some of INSIDR’s favorite spots that also serve gluten free options…
Thank you, My Deer
Thank You, My Deer is a cozy restaurant with a 100% gluten free menu in the 11th arrondissement. They also have a shop where you can purchase gluten free treats and ingredients to cook with yourself. Don’t miss out on their gluten free brunch as well! TYMD is a wonderful gluten free Paris options.
Thank You, My Deer
Address: 112 Rue Saint Maur, 75011
Schedule: Open Tuesday- Friday 9 AM- 5 PM, Saturday- Sunday Midday- 5 PM
Season
Season, a coffee shop, juice bar and neobistro, has a constantly changing menu always featuring gluten free options. Do try the acai bowls which are both gluten free and delicious! A nice gluten free Paris treat.
Season
Address: 1 rue Dupuis, 75003
Schedule: Open Monday- Saturday 8:30 AM- 1 AM, Sunday 8:30- 7: 30 PM (the kitchen closes at 4:30)
Check out their website for more information
INSIDR Tip: They also have a take away café on 8 rue Dupetit Thouars, 75003. Open everyday 8:30 AM- 5 PM.
Maison Bastille
At Maison Bastille, you can have homemade salads and soups, most of which are gluten free! It should be on your list of gluten fee Paris options.
Maison Bastille
Address: 34 bis rue Amelot, 75011
Schedule: Open Monday- Friday 10 AM- 3 PM, Saturday 11AM- 6 PM
Check their website for more information
Wild and The Moon
Wild and the Moon is one of the coolest veggie and GF places in Paris as its sleek interior design makes dining there a real treat! Wild and the Moon is a great gluten free Paris address.
Wild and The Moon
Address: 55 rue Charlot, 75003
Schedule: Open Monday- Friday 8 AM- 7 PM, Saturday- Sunday 9 AM- 7 PM
Gluten free Paris tip #5: Grocery Stores with Gluten Free Items
Naturalia and Bio c’Bon are organic grocery store chains in Paris, which undoubtedly will have exactly what you’re used to purchasing back home. This way, you can cook gluten free at chez vous in Paris!
Gluten free Paris tip #6: Gluten Free Restaurants
For a proper sit-down gluten free Paris dinner…
Noglu
At Noglu you are completely safe from gluten! Their entire menu is 100% gluten free, and they even have a charming bakery on site. However be warned, the prices for this convenience are quite high… Overall, a great gluten free Paris spot.
Noglu
Address: 16 Passage des Panoramas, 75002
Schedule: Open Monday- Saturday midday- 2:30 PM, Tuesday- Saturday 7:30 PM- 10 PM
Check their website for more information
Le Bichat
Le Bichat allows you to eat out GF and also not spend too much! This restaurant is always cheerful with gluten free options, and its best selling point, its also cheap.
Le Bichat
Address: 11 Rue Bichat, 75010
Schedule: Open everyday 9 AM- 11 PM
Check out their website for more information
Soya
For various vegetarian and gluten free dishes in a transformed faucet factory near the Canal Saint-Martin district, head to Soya! Their brunches €27 will serve you a hot starter, many cold salads and also a dessert. Be sure to make a reservation!
Soya
Address: 20 Rue de la Pierre Levée, 75011
Schedule: Open Tuesday- Saturday 12 – 4 PM, 7- 11 PM (except Sundays)
Check their website for more information
Verjus
Verjus is a very classy restaurant with an even classier menu. It is run by American chef Braden Perkins and his partner Laura Adrian. These chefs change their menu regularly, but it will always feature gluten free options. Verjus is a wonderful gluten free Paris spot.
Verjus
Address: 52 Rue de Richlieu, 75001
Schedule: Open Monday-Friday 7-11pm
Check their website for more information