Traveling with dietary preferences or restrictions doesn’t mean you have to miss out on the local food scene. Santa Clarita makes it simple for vegan and gluten-free travelers to enjoy a meal without missing out on flavor. Here are some local favorites to fuel your adventures!
🌿 Vegan Friendly 🌿
Eat Real Café
23414 Lyons Avenue, Newhall, CA 9132; 27530 Newhall Ranch Rd, Valencia, CA 91355; 24450 Main St #110, Santa Clarita, CA 91321
Eat Real Café serves up fresh, organic and fully plant-based meals. From smoothie bowls to hearty wraps, it’s the perfect spot to fuel up before a day of exploring Santa Clarita’s hiking trails. Bonus: many of their items are gluten-free as well!
Blossoms Sweet Kitchen
23460 Cinema Dr, Valencia, CA 91355
If you’re craving something sweet, Blossoms Sweet Kitchen is a bakery and café offering completely plant-based pastries, acai bowls and desserts alongside savory sandwiches, soups and salads. Whether you’re stopping in for breakfast or grabbing a sweet treat to go, it’s a cozy and flavorful experience.
La Charrita
24225 Main St, Newhall, CA 91321
This authentic Mexican eatery is a hidden gem for vegan travelers. Try their chilaquiles or enchiladas de mole for a satisfying bite of traditional flavors with a plant-based twist.
Brick & Flour
25048 Valencia Blvd, Santa Clarita, CA 91355
For casual Mexican street food, Brick and Flour offers vegan burritos, tacos and bowls made fresh to order. It’s a great stop if you’re looking for quick, tasty comfort food after a day of adventuring.
Jasmine Thai Noodle & BBQ
23360 Valencia Blvd, Valencia, CA 91355
A local favorite, Jasmine Thai makes it easy for vegan diners to enjoy flavorful soups, curry, tofu stir-fries and more. Bonus: many of their items can be made gluten-free as well!
Nealie’s Skillet
25858 Tournament Dr., Santa Clarita, CA, 91355
Neighborhood café serving up the finest home cooking with something on the menu to satisfy every appetite. Everything on their menu can be made vegan with soy chorizo, egg substitutes, vegan mayo and vegan cheese.
Wolf Creek Restaurant
27746 McBean Pkwy, Valencia, CA 91354
Over 20 years going strong, Wolf Creeks serves up delicious American fare and award-winning brews, with vegan options such as their quinoa bowl.
📷: @eatrealcafe
📷: @lavegancharrita
📷: @jasminethainoodlevalencia
🌾 Gluten-Free Friendly 🌾
The Daily Harvest Café & Juicery
22722 Lyons Ave #6, Newhall, CA 91321
Perfect for breakfast or brunch, The Daily Harvest offers plenty of gluten-free options, from fresh juices and smoothie bowls to colorful salads and wraps. Their menu clearly labels which items are gluten-free, vegan and even dairy-free!
Apola Greek Grill
28263 Newhall Ranch Rd, Valencia, CA 91355
Apola Greek Grill is a fresh Mediterranean option that’s easy to customize. Build your own bowl or plate with gluten-free proteins, roasted veggies and flavorful sauces. It’s filling, affordable and a solid choice for a delicious lunch or dinner.
Olive Terrace Bar & Grill
28261 Newhall Ranch Rd, Santa Clarita, CA 91355
For a more elevated dining experience, Olive Terrace brings Mediterranean-inspired flavors with plenty of gluten-free entrées. From grilled kabobs to fresh seafood and salads, many items on their menu can be made gluten-free with slight adjustments.
Wood Ranch BBQ & Grill
25580 The Old Road Valencia, CA 91381
Craving hearty comfort food? Wood Ranch offers a dedicated gluten-free menu featuring their signature slow-cooked BBQ meats, fresh salads and tasty sides. It’s a lively spot perfect for groups, with many options to choose from.
The Social
23329 Lyons Ave, Santa Clarita, CA 91355
A fine dining destination in Santa Clarita, The Social offers a separate gluten-free menu with options like chicken piccata and even mac-and-cheese.
Let’s THAI
22911 Soledad Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA 91350
A local Thai favorite that focuses on using fresh ingredients and spices to create flavors that capture the essence of Thailand. They offer a variety of gluten-free options, from pad thai to pad see ew. Bonus: some of their items are vegan as well!
📷: @thedailyharvest
📷: @oliveterracebarandgrill
📷: @apolagreekgrillvalencia
Pro Tip: For more gluten-free dining options in Santa Clarita and beyond, check out Find Me Gluten Free, a site that lists restaurants, menus and reviews from other guests with gluten sensitivities, based on your location.
Note: Guests with dietary restrictions should confirm with each restaurant regarding cross-contamination and menu options.
