Gluten-Free Restaurants near Encino, CA

“Everything!!! No really the Sandwiches are the best, better that Brent's, and blows Canters away.“

“Awesome dinner and dessert 🍨“

“The manager is a good guy. We had a large pepperoni come out odd, a little well done and it hasn’t risen. We come here enough and he was able to make another pie for me. The pizza is solid, predictable and consistent and the manager cares.“

“cappuccino and all the baked goods! 😁“

“Service was friendly !! Food was so amazing“

“Good service and delicious food 🍱“

“Visiting Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt feels less like going out for dessert and more like being given permission to play with your food again—in the best possible way. From the moment you step inside, there’s a noticeable shift in mood. Everything feels lighter, brighter, and a little more carefree than the usual dining experience.

What immediately stands out is the self-serve concept. Instead of simply ordering and waiting, you’re actively involved in creating your own dessert from the ground up. That small change transforms the experience completely. You’re not just choosing a flavor—you’re building something personal, step by step.

The selection of frozen yogurt flavors offers a nice balance between familiar classics and more playful options. What makes it enjoyable is the freedom to mix and match without any pressure to get it “right.” Some combinations turn out simple and comforting, others more adventurous, but all of them feel like part of the fun rather than a strict decision.

Then comes the topping bar, which is where the experience really opens up. It feels almost limitless in a way that encourages creativity. Fresh fruit, candies, cookies, sauces—each addition changes the dessert in a noticeable way, and that makes the process feel interactive rather than routine. It’s the kind of place where you start with one idea and end up with something completely different simply because you got curious along the way.

The atmosphere inside Menchie’s matches that same energy. It’s casual, welcoming, and filled with a sense of movement and variety. People aren’t rushing—they’re experimenting, tasting, adjusting, and enjoying the process. Families, friends, and individuals all seem to approach it in slightly different ways, but the overall feeling is the same: relaxed enjoyment.

The staff contribute quietly but importantly to the experience. Everything is kept clean, well-stocked, and organized, which makes the self-serve format feel easy and stress-free. There’s a sense that the space is maintained with care, allowing customers to focus entirely on enjoying themselves.

What makes Menchie’s stand out is that it doesn’t treat dessert as something final or fixed. Instead, it turns it into something flexible and personal. Each visit can feel completely different depending on what you choose and how you combine it. That variability is part of its charm.

As I sat down to enjoy what I had created, I realized how simple but satisfying the whole experience was. It wasn’t just about the frozen yogurt—it was about the process of making it, customizing it, and enjoying something that felt uniquely yours.

Overall, Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt offers more than just a sweet treat. It offers a small moment of creativity, lightness, and fun in the middle of an ordinary day. It’s the kind of place you visit not because you need dessert, but because you want a brief, enjoyable break from routine—and it delivers exactly that.“

“The manager is very friendly and professional. I am in a wheelchair, and some of the front desk staff ignore me. I came with my nurse. She waited in line twice and told them I needed to order, showing I was where the handicapped sign was. Both times, they ignored her and went to the next customer. When I said you sipped me, they said I have to wait in line. I did three times but they ignored my nurse. The staff also does not assist my nurse. She was sold two tiny cream cheese instead of the ones in the refrigerator. Plus i do not get a bakers dozen ever. They sell 12 but i say its 13 and they corrct me. I never have these issuss in Van Nuys. Nor when the manager assists me.“

“My absolute new favorite restaurant! We were visiting family in LA from Chicago and they took us here, I ended up going three times in my one week visit. Cheese stuffed zaatar and the sojouk kachopuri were my favorite and the garlic chicken wrap was my husbands. Honestly everything we had was delicious and the kids kept asking for the pepperoni pizza and mini pizzas.“

“Food is a 4 star but the atmosphere and service were 5 stars. Group of us ordered most of the menu and everything was good but not great. Everything just lacked that punch of flavor but the standouts were the bruschetta and the ribeye with chimichurri were my favorites.“

“We had a nice, cozy dinner here and really enjoyed the atmosphere. We ordered our pasta without cheese, but it was accidentally served with cheese. The staff handled the mistake very professionally and apologized immediately. They quickly brought us the correct order, and the service throughout the evening was friendly and attentive. Mistakes can happen, but the way they resolved the situation was excellent.“

“I would like to leave a positive review for Modern Bread & Bagel. This is a wonderful place with a cozy atmosphere, delicious fresh food, and excellent drinks. I especially enjoyed the sandwich and the beverage — everything was prepared with care and attention to detail.

I would also like to recognize the staff. Everyone I interacted with was friendly, welcoming, and attentive. The ladies at the counter always greet customers with a smile, are happy to help with recommendations, and create a genuinely pleasant atmosphere. Their positive attitude and excellent customer service make people want to come back.

It’s clear that this place cares not only about the quality of the food but also about the overall customer experience. I will definitely be returning and would highly recommend it to friends and family.“

“Wonderful place Great drinks and food“

“I was honestly blown away by how good their gluten-free cookies are. As someone who’s gluten-free, it’s rare to find cookies that actually taste like the real thing, soft, flavorful, and not overly dry or crumbly. These were easily the best gluten-free cookies I’ve ever had.“

“It's a really beautiful and bright space and the service was great. They have a pretty healthy and vegetarian menu. I thought the food was simple and prepared well. I think the restaurant itself is so pretty and is the main attraction.“

“Elena and staff were so wonderful and welcoming. The drinks are amazing. Service is timely and faces are friendly. We love going to this local spot because we are always treated very well.“

“Also, Price points amazing.“

“Best vegan ice cream in LA period. Really unlike anything else not only in LA but the rest of the country.. Super rich decadent and dense Indonesian coconut milk based flavors from heaven. Really a masterclass in culinary innovation. Passionfruit and Blue Yuzu are some of my favorites lately. But you really cant go wrong with any flavor they serve.. 3 locations as of now: Weho, Venice and Larchmont but West Hollywood is the best.“

“OK, it’s cookies, not pastries… but oh, my, oh, my!! Delicious, imaginative cookies. We went in for 2, came out with a dozen (+ 1 for a baker’s dozen‼️).“

“Our favorite neighborhood place for delicious organic coffee and tea. Love the owner and her staff. Highly recommend“

“The best! Worth every penny.“

“I arrived just as they were closing, but they still kindly sold me a piece of bread instead of turning me away. The staff were incredibly friendly, and the bread was simply divine—fresh, flavourful, and worth every bite.

Excellent customer service and excellent bread. I’ll definitely be back, hopefully a little earlier next time.“

“I popped into Baked Bar on Washington Blvd in Culver City..Best decision I could have made! Not only was the food amazing but the service was equally amazing!!!
My new favorite bakery.
I went in for a cup of coffee…but ended up getting a cup of dreamy camomile tea, a 1/2 loaf of roasted garlic sour dough, a melt in your mouth bacon breakfast sandwich, and 2 Vegan chocolate chip cookies for my kids! What a haul!!
I love ❤️😘 this place!!“

“Best Cookies in Beverly Hills By far“

“💖 We were just talking about how PERFECT your cupcakes are! The sweetness ratio is absolutely idyllic because the sugar does not overpower the gorgeous flavor. Worth every penny!!! 🧁“

“Excellent, very focused, lovely people working very hard here to please their guests. I want to thank my fellow restaurant folks who work so hard to get our orders correct.“

“Beautiful place to dine and enjoy the morning and afternoon coffee. One of my face place to dine when in the area! Highly recommended place to dine!“

“Picked up sandwiches yesterday.....drove from Encino.....worth the drive..... check it out....“

“Great food and staff! You guys rock !!!“

“Hi how are you a chocolate frosting cake with butter cream on balloons from grandmas Sandy’s birthday for me yes“

“Good fare at a fair price...“

“Restaurant is beautifully designed. I loved the breakfast table setting. Genuine friendly greeting and service from Kevin was outstanding. My Croque Madame was delicious. Thank you chefs. Great job everyone.“

“An excellent juicy fried chicken restaurant that offers a great value and quality. The combo is very satisfying and the signature sauces really make the juicy chicken pop. I highly recommend this place to chicken enthusiasts. The location is small and can allow about one large group with plenty of parking and other very trendy restaurants in the area. The staff is very cool and helpful.“

“Absolutely AMAZING 🤩 🤩🤩 Just WOW 🙌🙌🙌 Must Try 💯💯💯 Will be back 😋😋😋 5 STARS all the way ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Excellent service and enjoyed the St. Patrick’s Day Menu! Thank you for a great experience.“

“The ambiance, food and service is great! Will be back definitely 💯!“

“Everything was Awesome! Great food and Atmosphere!“

“Terrible place duchie not mad“

“The selection is off the charts! 📊 open 24 seven and the #21 is to absolutely die for! 😈 can’t wait to try the rest of their stuff!!!!!! Thanks“

“I recently found this Vegan bakery, and I loved it! They have a good variety of pan dulce. They also have very good vegan tamales. I fully recommend this place.“

“Truly the best tasting non-dairy ice cream I’ve ever had! Can’t choose a favorite flavor…they are all so delicious! Simple, healthy but delicious ingredients without the gums or other fillers that make other non-dairy ice creams take a toll on your body. And so many new flavors all the time. Really amazed how delicious they each are— pure alchemy! (Hope they expand locations to Venice.)“

“The attendant was friendly ! Turkey sandwich and the hot chocolate were amazing ! Definitely recommend !“

“I had such a wonderful meal at this spot in Sherman Oaks. Everything arrived at the table looking beautiful, especially the way the spring rolls and other dishes were presented on top of those crispy rice noodles.

The food was absolutely delicious and packed with flavor. The portion sizes were perfect for sharing, and I really enjoyed the combination of textures in every bite. I will definitely be back soon.“

“Love Vitellos, feels like an awesome local secret, while being a classic la restaurant at the same time. Great food, amazing staff and fun night out. They always seem to find a way to connect to the neighborhood in new and interesting ways as well.“

“Very easy menu. Very clean and a good experience overall. Lots of Pikachu there too. I got their 2 donuts that are Vegan. The lemonade is really good. There something sweet and citrus at the bottom.“

“excellent bakery.......customer service. delicious treats. #miz_pound_cake“

“great food and huge servings.“

“I ordered these for my son's culture fair at school. He was presenting facts on Brazil and asked me to make 100 brigadeiros, which I had never done before. Instead I found this shop across the country and boy did I make the right choice. The classic chocolate brigadeiros were absolutely delicious and were a hit at my son's culture fair. The shipping was fast and Maya was the sweetest. Will definitely order again!“

“Double edge coin. Hippies then conservatives in the same area. But you get a certain vibe from the area.“

“Awesome !!!!“