Unique San Francisco Guide (Allergy friendly and gluten-free)
I recently visited San Francisco with my sister Sam and parents. We found some unique activities and allergy friendly spots in and around the city! Tap the underlined headings to link to Instagram.
Activities
We found Evan through AirBnB. He offers a 2 hour tour of the San Francisco Bay via sailboat and you can request a specific time as well.
We sailed mid-day. Evan was so friendly and told us about his adventures sailing through storms and living in foreign countries. He was also very knowledgeable in the mechanics of the boat for every engineering question my dad had!
Evan’s Booking link here
2. Ride the Trolley
Sam and I hopped on in Giradelli Square and road the Powell-Hyde line (Views of Coit Tower, Alcatraz Island, and San Francisco Bay) to the end and back. You’ll get great views of the city.
*HOT TIP: For the best views, riding on the right side of the car if you’re departing and the left side returning.
(415) 539–7321
2406 Polk Street, San Francisco CA 94109
Incredibly beautiful non- toxic, vegan manicures, pedicures and gel. The staff is so friendly here and they squeezed us in special so we really appreciated that!
Cafe/ Coffee
1222 Noriega St
San Francisco, CA 94122
415–683–5943
Hours: 8–4 pm
Really cool lattes and drinks. The Ube and birthday cake are so pretty! They have lots of dairy-free options!
2. Juice Shop
432 Octavia St., Hayes Valley
415.757.0696
HOURS Mon-Fri: 7am-7pm, Sat-Sun: 8am-7pm
Juice Shop uses 100% organic ingredients and they focus on working with local organic farms.
3. Wholesome
299 Divisadero St. SF, Ca 94117
Hours: 8am to 4pm, Closed: Tuesday
415–343–5414
A 100% dedicated Gluten Free and Vegan facility, as well as, 100% Soy Free, Trans Fat Free & Refined Sugar Free (except for the almond and oat milk used for drinks, 5g cane sugar per serving).
Most of their bakery items do contain oats (which I’m allergic to) but there are options that are free from oat, coconut and nuts for those that need.
Restaurants
1. Firefly
(415) 821–7652
info@fireflysf.com
4288 24th Street
San Francisco, CA 94114
Tuesday — Saturday 5:30 to 8:30pm
https://www.fireflysf.com/
This spot has amazing vibes and a dry gluten-free cider so what more could you ask for? The whole menu is gluten-free except for the buttermilk biscuits which of course my Dad tried and said they were incredible. The staff was super friendly and helpful with accommodating allergies, they went over the whole menu and made some dishes special for us!
We had grilled peaches with a basil olive oil and arugula, the Seed Loaf, and Japanese Sweet Potato Tostones for appetizers. I also recommend the Griddled Daikon Radish Cakes; I’ve never had anything like them before they were great!
This restaurant is a real hidden gem and should be recognized for also having their entire menu and ingredients on their website. It makes it very easy to note allergies for specific dishes!
2401 Polk St, San Francisco, California 94109, United States
(415) 913–7775
Fri- Tues 08:00 am — 07:00 pm
Wed- Thurs 08:00 am — 02:00 pm
Great Breakfast / Brunch AND gluten-free bread!
3. Kitava
2011 Mission Street, San Francisco
Open Mon-Sun, 11am — 9pm
(415) 780–1661
100% free of gluten, dairy, soy, corn, peanuts, refined sugar and seed oils. @whole30approved
Get the meatballs, plantains, and the orange chicken!
Icecream / Dessert
1. GIO Gelati
GIO stands for “Gelato Italiano Originale” — each flavor is made in-house from scratch with all-natural, farm-fresh ingredients.
They have a wide selection of dairy-free and vegan options as well as the classics. I had the fig, chocolate and pistachio flavors, they were beautiful!
What I really loved about this place is that it really reminded me of the time I lived in Rome, Italy. No one rushes you, you’re invited to slow down and enjoy.
https://giogelati.com/
Temescal Alley
482 49th St
Oakland, CA 94609
(510) 250 — 9804
12pm-10pm Daily
Best vegan soft-serve hands down! The base is cashew. They offer other traditional dairy and cashew-based vegan flavors too.
900 North Point Street at the
corner of Beach & Larkin Streets.
GARAGE PARKING
6:00am – — 2:00am Daily
1. Ghirardelli Store
Perfect gift spot!
Hot Tip* free water and cups by exits
2. Jackson & Polk (in Ghirardelli Square)
900 North Point Suite E206
San Francisco, CA 94109
Sunday-Thursday: 11am-7pm
Friday & Saturday: 10am -9pm
415–345–9708
Women owned bis with local and handmade items. The store is so cute! During my last visit to San Francisco I got a shirt that I basically wore to death. This trip, I was able to replace it!
3. Gigi Rose (in Ghirardelli Square, Street Level ~ Beach & Larkin)
900 North Point Street Suite H103
San Francisco, CA 94109
Sunday-Thursday: 11am-7pm
Friday & Saturday: 10am -9pm
415–765–9060
Really cute selection of jewelry, crystals and loungewear. They also sell the softest face masks!
