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Everything on the menu is gluten-free, except postre de maracuya and Pony Malta, a non-alcoholic beverage from Colombia. That makes El Parche a great place for anyone to eat, regardless of gluten sensitivity. The bandeja paisa is reminiscent of a full English breakfast with fried eggs, tenderly cooked pinto beans, shredded beef carne molida, chorizo, arepas, and tajadas maduras (fried sweet plantains). Super-crispy golden-brown empanadas, made with corn dough, are filled with potatoes and cheese or a choice of meats. For dessert, El Parche’s coffee flan tastes like a dense, rich tiramisu.

Razzi’s is an old-school pizzeria, but that doesn’t mean the gluten-free fare here is dated. There are three different wheat-free crusts: one cauliflower-based, one traditional, and one keto-approved. The Gasping Goat on cauliflower is a chewy, thin white pie, somewhat like Domino’s submissions to the gluten-free game. The large pies, the same made with house-made gluten-free dough, are the most popular, per servers in Greenwood; try the Prosciutto & Spuds. –Paolo Bicchieri

Greenwood Filipino fried chicken shop the Chicken Supply is famous for its crackly, skin-shattering gluten-free chicken offerings sold by the piece (stick, wing, drumstick, or thigh). The chicken is marinated in gluten-free soy, lending to its juicy interior and umami flavor profile; the sides, like its tangy pancit and coconut-y collard greens, are also gluten-free. Pre-order online the day you want to go — the chicken tends to sell out before close.

This small shop with big front windows and a completely gluten-free kitchen is mostly focused on sweets and bakery favorites, from lemon bars to hazelnut brownies to gingersnaps. The shop also makes more traditional breakfast and lunch offerings, like quiche, scones, and toast. It provides detailed ingredient lists so every diner knows which items contain what potential allergens.

Contrary to popular belief, finding a good gluten-free sushi spot is not always easy, but Umi Sake House in Belltown does the trick. This late-night Belltown destination for sushi, sake, and Japanese whisky offers an impressive list of nigiri and sushi rolls — which include traditional Japanese versions as well as creative American-style specialty rolls. Omakase, starting at $50 per person, is also an option. The restaurant also offers more than 60 imported sake options.

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The sweet scent of Frankie & Jo’s maple waffle cones draws a happy crowd to this gluten-free, plant-based ice cream shop chain year-round. (There are locations in Ballard, University Village, and Capitol Hill.) With bases made from cashews, oat milk, and fermented coconut yogurt, seasonal flavors showcase an impressive range of local ingredients and edible flowers. From rhubarb or citrusy Doug Fir in the spring to kabocha squash pumpkin in the fall, new varieties pop up each month alongside classic flavors like chocolate tahini and brown sugar vanilla.

This little takeout-only storefront is one of Seattle’s best new barbecue places and it serves some of the best ribs in town, period. They’re tender, brown sugar–sweet, and pair nicely with the tangy barbecue sauce. A lot of customers may not even realize that the whole menu is gluten-free, but for gluten intolerant meat fans, Richard’s is a must-visit.

This gluten-free brewery’s award-winning IPAs, stouts, and even sours, made with grains like millet and buckwheat instead of barley, pair beautifully with its gluten-free food, like customizable flatbreads, fish and chips, burgers, and cheesecake. As a bonus, the menu denotes vegan items, and the establishment is dog-friendly.

The menu at this Central District Ethiopian restaurant isn’t entirely gluten-free, but the gluten-free injera (available upon request) is airy and has a light, nutty flavor that pairs well with everything. Ordering a variety of dishes is recommended, and there are many vegetarian options such as misir wot with red lentils or the savory gomen (greens). Cafe Ibex’s tibs, a spicy meat stew made with berbere spice, is satisfying and pairs nicely with the gluten-free injera.