A guide by VeganIstanbul.com for those looking for gluten-free bread, pastry, dessert, or a proper coffee break in Istanbul. Some venues produce entirely gluten-free; others offer gluten-free options within a mixed kitchen. We have clearly distinguished between these two categories below.
🌾 Note: This list is gluten-free focused. Most venues are not vegan and do not claim to be — we have specifically noted those with vegan options. Others may contain animal ingredients such as milk, eggs, and butter.
Before you take a seat
Those that produce entirely gluten-free are the safest group for celiac disease: the risk of cross-contamination is minimal as gluten is not used in the kitchen at all.
In mixed venues offering gluten-free options, however, gluten-containing products are also prepared in the same kitchen. If you have celiac disease or advanced gluten sensitivity, it is advisable to reconfirm cross-contamination conditions with the venue.
Vegan? This guide is for gluten-free. We have tagged venues with vegan options; those without a tag may contain animal ingredients, please ask before ordering.
Venues that produce entirely gluten-free
🌾 ### Glutensiz.com Market & Cafe — Etiler (Beşiktaş) and Maltepe
Functions as both a gluten-free market and a café: gluten-free products on the shelves, ready-to-eat foods in the café section. The menu also includes organic and vegan products.
Completely gluten-free · Vegan options https://www.veganistanbul.com/en/venue/glutensiz-com-market-cafe-etiler https://www.veganistanbul.com/en/venue/glutensiz-com-cafe-maltepe
🌾 ### Rolla GlutenFree — Koşuyolu / Kadıköy
A full restaurant-bakery with an entirely gluten-free menu, offering burgers, pizzas, wraps, and dessert options. It is stated to be free of cross-contamination and safe for celiac individuals.
Completely gluten-free https://www.veganistanbul.com/en/venue/rolla-glutenfree
🌾 ### d'Amalfi Senza Glutine — Kadıköy
An entirely gluten-free Italian cuisine: gluten-free pizza and Italian desserts stand out. Vegetarian options are also available.
Completely gluten-free · Vegetarian options https://www.veganistanbul.com/en/venue/d-amalfi-senza-glutine
🌾 ### Cookie Duckk — Suadiye / Kadıköy
A place in Suadiye focusing on gluten-free cookies and desserts.
Completely gluten-free https://www.veganistanbul.com/en/venue/cookie-duckk-suadiye
🌾 ### Fırın Anatolia — Etiler, Nişantaşı, Erenköy, Moda, Acıbadem, Ataşehir, Suadiye
A bakery focused on gluten-free bread and baked goods; it has multiple branches. Not all branches have seating areas — some are primarily for sales/takeaway, it's advisable to check before visiting.
Completely gluten-free https://www.veganistanbul.com/en/venue/firin-anatolia
🌾 ### Kırlangıç Glutensiz Cafe — Beylikdüzü
A completely gluten-free café and market operating within the Atatürk Culture and Art Center, under the affiliation of Beylikdüzü Municipality. The café section offers gluten-free delicacies, and the market section provides access to gluten-free products; designed for those with celiac disease and gluten intolerance.
Completely gluten-free https://www.veganistanbul.com/en/venue/kirlangic-glutensiz-cafe
🌾 ### Nogu Glutensiz & Vegan — Gaziosmanpaşa
As its name suggests, a venue that produces both gluten-free and vegan — a rare combination for those with both restrictions.
Completely gluten-free · Vegan https://www.veganistanbul.com/en/venue/nogu-glutensiz-vegan
Venues offering gluten-free options
🌾🌱 ### Ethique Patisserie & Boulangerie — Kadıköy
A French-style patisserie and bakery in Kadıköy. The entire shelf is plant-based; gluten-free options are also available. It's not a restaurant that sets a breakfast table, but a bakery to visit for bread and pastries.
100% vegan · Gluten-free options https://www.veganistanbul.com/en/venue/ethique-patisserie-boulangerie
🌾🌱 ### Guru Glutensiz — Moda / Kadıköy
A venue in Moda focused on gluten-free production, also offering vegan options.
Gluten-free · Vegan options https://www.veganistanbul.com/en/venue/guru-glutensiz
🌾🌱 ### Sisters & Harvest — Kadıköy
A bakery in Kadıköy; gluten-free products are among its special diet options.
Gluten-free options https://www.veganistanbul.com/en/venue/sisters-harvest
🌾🌱 ### Tatlı Fırın — Bağdat Caddesi / Fenerbahçe and Levent
A bakery offering gluten-free cakes, pastries, and desserts; it has branches on both the Anatolian and European sides.
Gluten-free options https://www.veganistanbul.com/en/venue/tatli-firin-caddebostan https://www.veganistanbul.com/en/venue/tatli-firin-levent
🌾🌱 ### Beam Bakes — Emirgan / Sarıyer
A bakery & cafe in Emirgan; listed for its gluten-free options.
Gluten-free options https://www.veganistanbul.com/en/venue/beam-bakes-bakery-cafe
🌾🌱 ### Blissi Tatlılar ve Kahve — Kağıthane
A venue in Kağıthane focused on desserts and coffee; included in the guide for its gluten-free options.
Gluten-free options https://www.veganistanbul.com/en/venue/blissi-tatlilar-ve-kahve
🌾🌱 ### The Pantry — Göksu /Beykoz
A place in Göksu offering gluten-free snacks, desserts, and granola.
Gluten-free options https://www.veganistanbul.com/en/venue/the-pantry
🌾🌱 ### Gün Bakery — Beşiktaş
Focuses on gluten-free and sugar-free cakes; its service is primarily online/by order.
Gluten-free · Sugar-free options https://www.veganistanbul.com/en/venue/gun-bakery
🌾🌱 ### Nadir Güllü / Karaköy Güllüoğlu — Karaköy
The original Güllüoğlu branch in Karaköy; among its fresh baklava, kadayıf, and Turkish delight varieties, a gluten-free baklava option is also offered.
Gluten-free option (baklava) https://www.veganistanbul.com/en/venue/karakoy-gulluoglu
🌾🌱 ### Backhaus — Teşvikiye / Şişli
A bakery in Teşvikiye; its products include gluten-free options.
Gluten-free options https://www.veganistanbul.com/en/venue/backhaus
🌾🌱 ### Pooça Caddebostan / Kadıkoy
A venue offering gluten-free options.
Gluten-free options https://www.veganistanbul.com/en/venue/pooca
When ordering
🌾 If you have celiac disease: Those in the "Completely gluten-free" group are the safest choice. In mixed venues, be sure to ask about cross-contamination conditions (separate counter, separate oven, separate equipment).
🥛 If you are vegan: This guide is for gluten-free. Venues not carrying the vegan tag may contain ingredients such as milk, butter, eggs; clarifying "dairy-free and egg-free" will make things easier.
📞 General: Branch, seating area, and operating hours may vary (especially for multi-branch bakeries and online-focused venues). Check the current status before visiting.
📌 The dietary tags in this guide reflect information we have confirmed. Instead of silently deleting closed venues, we mark them as closed.