10 Gluten-Free Restaurants, Cafes, and Juice Bars in Hoboken Worth a Visit

Here are 10 gluten-free restaurants, cafes, and juice bars in Hoboken worth a visit! If you avoid gluten or have celiac disease, it can be hard to find gluten-free restaurants or cafes or delicious gluten-free food options when you crave something in particular.

Whether you live in Hoboken or are just visiting, you might be surprised to see all the Hoboken restaurants and cafes selling gluten-filled bread, pizza, bagels, pasta, doughnuts, cookies, and more.

Read on to see the best cafes, bakeries, and restaurants in Hoboken with yummy gluten-free options.

*JCFamilies may recommend certain restaurants and products from time to time, but you should always do your own due diligence. Please note that restaurant menus and products can change at any time, and JCFamilies is not responsible for such changes. It is the responsibility of the individual to read labels carefully, let restaurants/servers know about your dietary restrictions and to be aware of cross-contamination, especially if you have a severe food restriction.

Purely Juiced

262 1st St A, Hoboken, NJ 07024

It’s all about the juice! Purely Juiced is a cold-pressed juice company that delivers goodness straight to your door. An array of drinks can be purchased, including detoxifying green juices, rejuvenating juices with ginger, and smoothies, to name a few. According to the company their juices can help your skin glow and improve blood flow and brain health.

Margherita’s Cucina Italiana

740 Washington Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030

It’s hard to imagine that pasta, of all things, could be gluten-free. If you’re looking for Hoboken Italian restaurants that offer gluten-free pasta and pizzas, then look no further than Margarita’s Cucina Italiana. A Hoboken favorite since 1993, Margherita’s Cucina Italiana menu features tasty homemade gluten-free pizza and pasta made with fresh ingredients on their menu.

Saku Hoboken

936 Park Avenue, Hoboken, NJ 07030

If you crave sushi, you are in good hands at Saku. Saku is a trendy, innovative sushi restaurant featuring unique cocktails, an extensive sake menu, and plenty of gluten-free sushi for every craving. Some gluten-free sushi options on the menu include but are not limited to the following: Mango & Avocado Roll, Tuna Roll, Salmon Roll, and Shrimp Roll.  The best part? Entree items on the menu that aren’t traditionally gluten-free can be modified and served to meet the dietary needs of the patron. 

Alfalfa

1110 Washington Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030

Created by four Hoboken friends (Dan Londono, Dan Sobsey, Andrew Arrospide, and Ben Sobsey), Alfalfa is a food chain that sells hearty vegetarian, plant-based, and poultry-based salads and wraps that feature many gluten-free options. Even the gourmet doughnuts on the menu are gluten-free. They contain flavors like lavender, lemon thyme, and tres leches. Alfalfa also has locations in Jersey City, NJ, and Larchmont and Santa Monica, California.

Shaka Kitchen 

720 Monroe Street & 110 Washington Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030

Opened in 2016 by founders Kiersten & Krista Gormeley, Shaka Kitchen sells many gluten-free food options that combine health and flavor, all done purposefully. A few options are gluten-free smoothies, tacos, and land & sea and earth bowls. The holistic and natural resources in Hilo, Hawaii, inspired the Gormeleys. And so, Shaka Bowl was opened in their hometown of Hoboken. As the years went on, the two continued to travel, explore new flavors and add more variety to their menu, which prompted them to evolve the brand from Shaka Bowl to Shaka Kitchen. Today it is a fast-casual, island-inspired, all-day eatery focused on taking simple, wholesome ingredients and making them exceptional. Worth noting, they have 2 locations in Hoboken.

Tacoria

208 Washington Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030

This Mexican street kitchen food chain restaurant gives you a taste of Mexico without the gluten! Being unable to eat gluten doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy Mexican street food!  They have delicious gluten-free tacos, burritos, rice, meat entrees and more! Tacoria also has locations in the following areas: Jersey City, Piscataway, Paramus, New Brunswick, Morristown, Montclair, and Princeton.

Barbès

1300 Park Avenue, Hoboken, NJ 07030

Barbès is a Moroccan restaurant with a French Brassiere fare relaxed setting, offering traditional gluten-free dishes, such as couscous, soups, and stews. According to the website, they named the restaurant Barbès to pay homage to the colorful essence of a Parisian neighborhood that is a beautiful medley of French and North African culture, cuisine, décor, and music.

City of Saints Coffee Roasters

1320 Bloomfield Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030

Two words: aromatic coffee.The City of Saints Coffee Roasters is a roasting company and coffee shop that sells premium beans and lattes and cold brews to give you the perfect pick-me-up! You can also try the apple cheddar gluten-free scone as a sweet snack to accompany your coffee.

Bareburger

515 Washington Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030

Bareburger is permanently closed.

Bareburger offers a variety of salads and bowls, that are gluten-free, in addition to wagyu, elk, bison and beef burgers and chicken meals. Food is available for pick-up or delivery. There is no dining-in option.

Northern Soul 

700 1st Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030

Northern Soul refers to itself as a neighborhood joint. The core of their menu is healthy comfort food. They offer numerous gluten-free options such as salads, chicken wings, flat bread of the day, and calamari. There are gluten-free entrees as well. They even offer a gluten-free mac and cheese on the Kid’s menu.

If you are gluten-intolerant, have gluten sensitivity, or are avoiding gluten for whatever reason, these Hoboken restaurants, bakeries, and everything in between are great places to check out. Remember that it’s always best to contact restaurants before you visit. It will ensure they take all the necessary steps and procedures when producing gluten-free meals. If you are eager to satisfy your sweet tooth but have a gluten allergy, check out this article on the best gluten-free bakeries in Jersey City. And if you are vegan and vegetarian, check out this list of restaurants catering to the dietary lifestyle in Jersey City and Hoboken.

Updated Sep 30, 2024