While neither of us has food sensitivities or follows a gluten-free diet ourselves, we know this can be a really important consideration when you’re traveling—especially for anyone living with Celiac disease or a serious gluten sensitivity. So, we did a little digging!

We researched local restaurants, markets and cafes, and also gathered recommendations and firsthand experiences from Door County visitors and locals. We wanted to put everything together in one easy-to-reference guide for our guests. Our hope is that this guide makes planning your Door County getaway just a little easier—whether you need to be completely gluten-free, are looking for a few GF-friendly choices, or simply want to know where to grab a good gluten-free pizza!

If you have a favorite gluten-free Door County restaurant that we missed, we’d love to hear about it! We’re always happy to update this guide and make it as helpful as possible for future Timberline Cottages guests.

A quick disclaimer: Restaurant menus, ingredients and food-preparation practices can change. We are not medical professionals and cannot guarantee that any restaurant is completely free from gluten or cross-contamination. If you have Celiac disease or a severe allergy, we strongly recommend calling the restaurant ahead of time and talking with your server about your specific needs.

With that said, there are a surprising number of gluten-free and gluten-friendly options throughout Door County!

Some of the Best Bets for Celiac-Friendly Dining

If cross-contamination is a major concern, these are some of the restaurants that came up most often in our research and guest recommendations.

Blue Bear – Ellison Bay

Blue Bear was another standout recommendation. They offer gluten-free choices and have been specifically praised by diners with Celiac disease. They also have a dedicated gluten-free fryer, which is a big plus for anyone who needs to avoid cross-contamination.

Kick Ash Coffee – Ellison Bay

If you’re looking for a gluten-free treat, don’t skip Kick Ash! Guests specifically mentioned their gluten-free baked goods and granola.

Zero Sum – Sister Bay

Zero Sum was one of the most frequently recommended restaurants for people with Celiac disease. Several diners specifically mentioned having positive experiences here.

Pizza Bros at One Barrel – Egg Harbor

Pizza lovers, rejoice! Pizza Bros is frequently recommended for its gluten-free pizza and has a dedicated gluten-free oven, making it one of the better options for GF pizza in Door County.

Get Real Cafe – Sturgeon Bay

A good option for breakfast or lunch, Get Real Cafe was recommended for its gluten-free choices and attentiveness to dietary needs.

Bite The Farm – Luxemburg

This is a particularly great option for anyone with Celiac disease because the food is 100% gluten-free, eliminating many of the cross-contamination concerns you encounter at traditional restaurants.

Gluten-Free Pizza & Casual Favorites

Because vacation without pizza just doesn’t feel right!

Loft – Fish Creek

The Loft offers gluten-free options, and one Celiac diner specifically raved about the walleye. They do not have a dedicated fryer, so be sure to ask about fried foods and cross-contamination.

Inland Pizza – Baileys Harbor

A popular recommendation for its gluten-free crust and gluten-free salad options.

Sonny’s Pizzeria – Sturgeon Bay

Several diners have recommended Sonny’s GF pizza, with one person specifically noting that the crust has great flavor and doesn’t have the typical “cardboard” texture some gluten-free crusts can have.

Samuelson’s White Birch Inn – Sturgeon Bay

Another local recommendation for gluten-free pizza. They also offer special GF-friendly dinner options on certain nights.

Wild Tomato – Sister Bay & Fish Creek

Wild Tomato offers gluten-free pizza and has been recommended by some GF diners. However, experiences regarding cross-contamination appear to vary, so we recommend speaking with the restaurant directly if you have Celiac disease.

More Door County Restaurants with Gluten-Free Options

These restaurants were also recommended by Door County visitors and locals as having gluten-free choices or being willing to accommodate gluten-free diners:

• The Shoreline – Gills Rock
• Thyme – Sister Bay
• Ember – Egg Harbor
• Harbor Fish Market & Grille – Baileys Harbor
• Julie’s Cafe – Fish Creek
• Alexander’s – Fish Creek
• West Side Commons – Sturgeon Bay
• SAVOR Barbeque • Grill • Taphouse – Sister Bay
• Klaud’s Kitchen – Sister Bay
• Stonehenge – Egg Harbor
• Drömhus – Sturgeon Bay
• Bluefront Cafe – Sturgeon Bay
• The Big Easy – Egg Harbor
• Fat Belly – Sister Bay

A note about shared fryers!

One thing we noticed repeatedly in our research is that shared fryers are fairly common. A restaurant may offer gluten-free food but still use the same fryer for items containing gluten.

For someone with Celiac disease, it’s worth specifically asking: “Is your fryer dedicated gluten-free?” rather than simply asking if the restaurant has gluten-free options.

Gluten-Free + Vegan-Friendly Options

If you’re dealing with both gluten and dairy restrictions, there are some great options around the peninsula as well.

Greens N Grains – Egg Harbor

This is a particularly useful stop because it combines a market and cafe, with a variety of gluten-free, vegan and dairy-free products. It’s also a great place to stock up if you’re planning to cook at your cottage.

Fat Belly – Sister Bay

Offers vegan choices, including tofu.

Northern Pub & Grill – Sister Bay

Offers several vegan options, including vegan pizza with vegan cheese, vegan pepperoni and vegan pasta.

Sip – Sister Bay

Recommended by visitors for vegan dining. Their Margherita pizza can be ordered without cheese.

Prince of Pierogi – Ephraim & Sturgeon Bay

Offers vegan cabbage rolls.

Anatolia – Ephraim

Falafel can be ordered without cheese or yogurt for a vegan-friendly option.

Final Advice for Gluten-Free Dining in Door County

If you have Celiac disease or a significant gluten sensitivity, our biggest recommendation is simple:

Call ahead.

Even if a restaurant has a gluten-free menu, that doesn’t necessarily mean the kitchen is completely gluten-free or that cross-contamination isn’t possible. Menus and kitchen practices can also change.

When dining out, consider asking:

• Do you have a dedicated gluten-free fryer?
• How do you prevent cross-contamination?
• Is your gluten-free bread toasted separately?
• Are gluten-free items prepared on separate surfaces?
• Can the kitchen accommodate someone with Celiac disease?

And always let your server know that you’re not simply choosing gluten-free as a preference—you have a medical need to avoid gluten.