Friedman’s

"High chairs: Yes The seven locations of this comfy, casual NYC mini-chain can feel like shelter in the storm, especially for families with hangry kids in tow. And for families with hangry, gluten-intolerant kids in town, Friedmans is even more of a win, given that “99%” of the menu is either gluten-free already or can be prepared that way, including their beloved GF waffles and pancakes. The kids’ menu includes chicken fingers, pasta with butter, and a peanut butter and banana sandwich with fries, which, frankly, we could go for right about now. " - willa moore, molly fitzpatrick

"The fast-casual import from Michael Solomonov and Steven Cook adds artful twists to hummus, but for breakfast, shakshuka is the thing to get, served with piping-hot, homemade za’atar-spiced pita." - Paul Schrodt

"Friedman’s was opened with celiacs in mind, with the goal of creating an entirely GF menu. At any of their six NYC locations, you can get brunch favorites like pancakes, waffles, french toast, and fried chicken, as well as sandwiches and dinner entrees that could take on their wheaty counterparts any day of the week. Leave some room for a side of mac and cheese. Most things with a ton of cheese sauce mixed in are a go, but that doesn't make us any less impressed by the rice-based version here. " - neha talreja, bryan kim, hannah albertine

"Friedman’s was opened with celiacs in mind, with the goal of creating an entirely GF menu. At any of their 6 NYC locations, you can get brunch favorites like pancakes, waffles, french toast and fried chicken, as well as sandwiches and dinner entrees made completely GF or the traditional way. The GF waffles here could take on their wheaty counterparts any day of the week, and the chicken comes out satisfyingly crispy. Leave some room for a side of mac and cheese as well. Most things with a ton of cheese sauce mixed in are a go, but that doesn't make us any less impressed by the rice-based version here." - Neha Talreja

"The casual restaurant first opened in Chelsea Market in 2009, and an original owner with celiac disease insisted on providing a mostly gluten-free menu — leading to pancakes, waffles, sandwiches, and more that arrive gluten-free upon request. Eater critic Robert Sietsema particularly likes the pastrami sandwich, a stand-out option that’s prone to sell out. It’s a classic American food staple for gluten-free diners and gluten eaters alike, and it now boasts seven locations." - Eater Staff, Elizabeth Myong