Gluten-free is no longer just a label for folks with food intolerances; it's become a dietary choice and even a whole lifestyle for many people. And, subsequently, having become normalized in the restaurant world, there's now a reassuring range of gluten-free establishments vying for business all over Los Angeles - the dazzling Californian hotspot that seems to be the capital of the planet's gluten-lamenting population.

Long gone are the days when the gluten-intolerant cooked at home for fear of accidentally and unknowingly tucking into this pesky protein at a restaurant, for it's now easier than ever before to find a top-rated eatery in LA that confidently accommodates those who want to keep it out of their diet. From gluten-free pasta and noodles to pies, pizzas, baked goods and tasty tacos all free of this hard-to-dodge culinary component, these superb restaurants in Los Angeles have all manners of gluten-skimping goodies to tempt the tummy.

12 401k Food And Wine

Brought to hungry gluten-free-ers by those responsible for the successful Sinners & Saints bakery in Venice, 401k food and wine on Lincoln is one of the list's most special additions. Why? Well, unlike many restaurants that merely offer a limited gluten-free section on the menu, this joint is fully gluten-free in every sense of the word.

The establishment is a specialist in gluten-free cuisine, and everything on the menu is devoid of this sneaky ingredient to which many folks are intolerant. Gluten-haters and people with Celiac disease truly have it all at this place, which features a diverse choice of gluten-free options such as breadsticks, grilled baguettes, and various biscuits, along with hearty American comfort foods like mini corn dogs, beet-battered fish and chips, buffalo chicken strips, and more - all delightfully gluten-bankrupt of course.

11 Shojin

Shojin situated Downtown knocks on two doors with one hand; specializing in gluten-free and vegan food, this Japanese restaurant is among the area's best for folks with food intolerances and strict dietary preferences. Out of all LA's spots loved by its locals, this one is surely one of the city's most adored thanks to its flavorful menu of authentic, vegan Japanese cuisine that's entirely gluten-free. With a full menu brimming with choice, plenty of à la carte options, and even an exceptional kids menu with allergies and intolerances in mind, it's no surprise Shojin has become one of LA's favorites.

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10 Daikokuya, Little Tokyo

Any gluten-dodger knows just how difficult it is to eat when soy sauce is thrown into the mix. Gluten is a key component in soy sauce, but Little Tokyo’s Daikokuya proves it doesn't have to be. Served with their highly rated gluten-free noodles, the restaurant's completely gluten-barren soy sauce shows that there's really no need for it; it's just as rich and tasty as standard, gluten-laden soy sauce. Also, Daikokuya has other locations in Sawtelle, Monterey Park, and El Monte, all serving the same succulent gluten-free Japanese treats as well.

9 Pizzana West Hollywood

Pizzana’s experienced chef and their pizza-preparing methods have become renowned in the area; it's quite common that gluten-free pizzas are made with double zero flour and left to undergo a lengthy 48-hour fermentation process, resulting in a base and crust that's famously chewy. However, Pizzana’s chefs have found the solution, with their gluten-free pizzas seemingly perfected.

Made with tapioca flour instead, the pizzas pack a different punch than those prepared under the conventional gluten-free recipe. What's more, for a small additional charge, customers can change any of the restaurant's famed pies into their gluten-free variant. With delicious options such as the cramy cacio e pepe and the charred sweet diavola, it'll be hard to resist ordering several off the menu to sample.

8 Stella Barra Pizzeria & Wine Bar

Stella Barra has also perfected the gluten-free pizza crust that could easily be mistaken for its gluten-rich wheat flour counterpart. As always, many gluten-free pizzas suffer from chewy crusts that are way too thin, and quite frankly, are more akin to a weak, flimsy cracker than a pizza. But this is far from the case at this particularly skilled pizzeria; their gluten-free pizza base recipe rewards diners with perfect consistency - one that's lightly charred, crispy, and just the right amount of chew.

And because of their skill and dedication to the gluten-free pizza cause, they've become one of the Westside's beloved pizzerias that satisfies even the most uneasily impressed gluten-lamenting Neapolitan pizza and pie lovers. Amongst its celebrated picks, there's the spicy salumi and burrata pie with its potato and rice flour crust, and there's even a selection of gluten-free pasta dishes on the menu too to add even more diversity.

7 Breadblok

How could a bakery be in the gluten-hatin' club? Who knows, but Breadblok sure is - and it has honed the notoriously tricky art of gluten-void baked produce to serve up some of the very best gluten-free bread in LA. Located on Montana Avenue in Santa Monica, Breadblok is all about supreme quality baked sensations bursting with freshness and flavor.

From French baguettes and olive loaves to buttery flaky croissants and soft brioche, it'll be hard to discern the gluten-free versions of their favorite bakery treats from their usual wheat flour ones. There are also a number of breakfast and lunches to try too, such as a variety of baguette sandwiches, French toast, and even tartines.

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6 Birdie G's

This sophisticated restaurant near Bergamot Station in Santa Monica provides gluten intolerance-friendly food with a creative twist. Guests can dine indoors or outdoors whilst tucking into a range of gluten-free items off the menu, all of which are labeled for transparency. And, get this: some items on the normal gluten-sinning menu can even be modified to their gluten-free version. Think king trumpet mushrooms battered with rice flour, and crispy pickle fried chicken, and that is only two of their gluten-devoid favorites.

5 Nobu Malibu

Fancy and full of flavor, Nobu Malibu's reputation precedes itself as a celebrity hotspot, where the rich and famous frequently descend and dine. But that's not the only reason it's so popular; it's also down to its excellent gluten-free dishes on the menu - and one of its best-loved delicacies is the taste bud-teasing miso-glazed black cod. Plus, they always have gluten-free soy sauce available for diners to dowse their divine dishes in.

4 Ivy At The Shore

In the midst of a vibrant atmosphere with a happy hormone-inducing tropical flair, diners at Ivy at the Shore can savor its serene vibe reminiscent of a Hawaiian seafront beach joint set away in paradise. Of course, folks come for the ambiance and Instagrammable beauty of the place, but undoubtedly, they stay (and return) for the grub, which includes several gluten-free choices as well. In addition, customers who ask nicely will find that the friendly staff will serve their pasta dishes with special gluten-free pasta, or even risotto.

3 My 2 Cents LA

This warm and welcoming eatery is one of LA's first choices amongst its lovers of wholesome Southern cuisine. With such Southern classics including gluten-free fried chicken, and indulgent mac and cheese completely free of gluten too, allergy-riddled guests of this lovely restaurant can still enjoy tucking into their beloved all-American favorites without signing themselves up for suffering side effects in the aftermath.

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2 Afuri Ramen & Dumpling

Afuri offers genuine Tokyo cuisine in all its locations peppered around the world, but it's the one in the City of Angeles that gets the spotlight here. Found in LA's Arts District, Afuri Ramen's gluten-free options are just as great as its location. The place offers delectable gluten-free noodles alongside a couple of full gluten-free dishes, with its gluten-loathing guests reporting that the sumptuous yuzu shio ramen is particularly worthy of the tongue.

1 BOA Steakhouse

Naturally, gluten-haters would probably avoid a steakhouse. After all, most steaks and their sides and sauces are prepared with gluten-cursed ingredients. However, at the sleek and stylish BOA Steakhouse, there's a handy gluten-free menu that's rather impressive, and one that comes complete with a flourless selection of desserts for afters. Plus, it's not just high-class takes on American classics they offer; they have some incredible offerings of sushi at their other restaurants too.