If you’re Celiac, Gluten Intolerant, or just plain obnoxious and #Paleo, going out to eat can be a huge stressor.
Lucky for you, we rounded up our favorite gluten-free alternatives out East that taste like the real deal.
Ok, maybe slightly lesser than the real deal, but you get the point.
Lobster Roll AKA Lunch
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1980 Montauk Highway, Amagansett/Website
Montauk’s hottest seafood joint now has gluten-free lobster rolls. Yes, you heard us correctly. Buns that won’t ruin your bikini summer bod. Let’s all take a moment of silence for this very important milestone in lobster roll history. In addition to the delicious gluten-free bun, this landmark spot offers gluten-free crinkle fries and chicken fingers!
Babette's
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66 Newton Lane, East Hampton/Website
Most people roll their eyes at Babette’s ridiculously overpriced food, but we can’t help keep coming back for more. This culinary institution in East Hampton serves some of the best gluten-free rolls in town. They’re just as fresh and doughy as normal bread, minus the inevitable stomachache. If you come here for breakfast, we highly recommend getting gluten-free pancakes. I don’t know how healthy they are drenched in butter and syrup, but they will definitely satisfy your carb cravings.
Organic Krush
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207 Main St, Amagansett/Website
Moms who do pilates seven days a week immediately gravitate towards Organic Krush. It’s literally a haven for people who are scared of non-keto foods. But in all seriousness, the gluten-free options at this all-organic spot in Amagansett are top-notch. We’re huge fans of the avocado toast on gluten-free bread, pancakes made out of oatmeal, and gluten-fee granola perfect for any yogurt parfait. If you’re craving something sweet, head over to the completely GF bakery with flour-less donuts and cookies.
Carissa's
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Multiple Locations/Website
If you love the gluten-free desserts at Organic Krush, then you must make a second stop at Carissa's. Unsurprisingly, this James Beard award-winning bakery has some of the best GF (and regular!) desserts and baked goods on the East End. If loving the flourless chocolate cake more than regular cake is wrong, we never want to be right. If we didn’t tell you this melt-in-your-mouth dessert was gluten-free, you would have never guessed it!
Amber Waves Farm Market and Kitchen
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367 Main St, Amagansett/Website
The same type of people who hang out at Organic Krush and Carissas, also spend their Sunday mornings at Amber Waves. The gluten-free Kale and Cheddar Scone is light enough for a pre-Soul Cycle snack, but heavy enough to keep you away from your enemy: The. Snack. Cabinet. If you’re looking for some tacos to go with your tequila, we recommend the vegan veggie tacos made with corn tortillas, instead of flour.
Naturally Good Foods & Cafe
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779 Montauk Highway, Montauk/Website
If you’re craving a bagel—the horror, we know—Naturally Good Foods has your back. Finding a decent gluten-free bagel is a nearly impossible task, but Montauk Highway’s most coveted health food store defies all odds. We recommend the bagel and lox with tomato and smoked salmon, or the bagel deluxe with cream cheese, avocado, and sprouts. If you want a lower-carb alternative, the GF oatmeal and wraps are pretty good too.
CittaNuova
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29 Newtown Lane, East Hampton/Website
If you want a delicious Italian meal, without all the fuss and self-proclaimed socialite sightings, CittaNuova is the place for you. Plus, they have yummy gluten-free penne that compares to the real thing. Once you have a glass of wine (or two), that is. Any pasta dish can be made with penne, but we suggest getting the veal, pork, and beef ragu bolognese, or the mushroom truffle risotto that is naturally GF.
Nick and Toni’s
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136 N Main Street, East Hampton/Website
If you want a delicious Italian meal, with all the fuss and self-proclaimed socialite sightings, then Nick and Toni’s is the place for you. Many people come for the veal chop that is bigger than your face, but we stay for the famous Penne Alla Vecchia Bettola—with GF pasta of course. Made with heavy cream, grated parmesan cheese, and red pepper flakes, this pasta dish rivals Carbone’s spicy rigatoni. *Cue the haters*
Sag Pizza
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103 Main Street, Sag Harbor/Website
This neighborhood pizza place might be your lazy Wednesday night dinner, but the GF pizza is worth your post-Talkhouse drunk eat. Gluten-free pizza is usually mediocre at best, but this Sag Harbor establishment somehow masters this art. All you born-and-bred New Yorkers should try the NYC pepperoni with mozzarella and Sicilian oregano. If you’re feeling a bit more adventurous, indulge in the Mushroom and Tartufo with truffle paste and Fontina cheese, or the Formaggi and Prosciutto with gorgonzola and arugula.
Photography by: Taylor Kiser
