Raising a child with food allergies? These Denver-area restaurants provide allergy-friendly options for young guests.
Flower Child
This fast-casual spot has kids menu options for vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free kiddos. Pick a protein and two sides, with options like gluten-free mac and cheese, broccoli with parmesan, and smashed potatoes. Cherry Creek, Denver; Boulder.
Homegrown Tap & Dough
Build your own wood-fired pizza or pasta with gluten-free and dairy-free options. Washington Park, Denver; Olde Town Arvada.
Root Down
Many items on the kids menu at this Highland hot spot are available gluten-free and vegan. Root Down asks that families notify their server of allergies before ordering so they can better accommodate any food restrictions. Highland, Denver.
Steuben’s
Kids meals are accompanied by healthy and colorful sides that kids and parents can feel good about. They’ll also meet gluten-free and food allergy restrictions. Uptown, Denver.
True Food Kitchen
True Food highlights which menu items are vegan, vegetarian, or gluten-free on both the kids menu and regular menu. Additional accommodations can be made by notifying your server while ordering. Cherry Creek, Denver.
Vital Root
Self described as 99 percent vegan and 100 percent gluten-free, Vital Root has something for any diner. Try the country fried tofu or a mac and “cheese” for kids, and banh mi tacos for parents. Berkeley, Denver.
Watercourse Foods
This restaurant is 100 percent vegan and lists the allergens in each dish, making ordering simple for guests with food allergies. Many kids menu items are available gluten-free, try the soy-free mac and cheese. Uptown, Denver.
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