When traveling to Greece, finding restaurants with gluten-free options is not always easy, especially if you have celiac disease or are on a strict gluten-free diet. However, in recent years, more and more restaurants in Halkidiki have been paying attention to the needs of guests who avoid gluten.

In a discussion in a Greek Facebook group, users shared their experiences and recommendations of places where they successfully found gluten-free meals, so this list can be useful to everyone planning a holiday in Greece and being mindful of their diet.

It is important to note that these are guest experiences and user recommendations, not officially certified restaurants with gluten-free offerings. Therefore, always make sure to inform the staff that you have celiac disease or gluten intolerance.

So far, we have collected recommendations mainly for Halkidiki, but we will gradually expand the list to include other places in Greece.

Gluten-free Food in Halkidiki – Experiences and Recommendations for People with Celiac Disease or Gluten Intolerance

Kassandra

Siviri – Diamantis (Διαμαντής)

• According to user experiences in the group, they also prepare and fry fish in gluten-free flour here.

Chaniotis – Pizza di Fragola

• A recommendation for guests looking for gluten-free pizza in Kassandra.

Afytos – Ta Glarakia (Τα Γλαράκια)

• Guests advise to inform the staff that you have celiac disease (“κοιλιοκάκη”).

Pefkohori – Bakalis (Μπακάλης)

• One of the restaurants recommended by users for those avoiding gluten.

Polychrono – Mourmoura (Μουρμούρα)

• Another user recommendation for gluten-free options in Kassandra.

Kassandra / Metohi – Metochi

• A recommendation for lovers of quality meat and steak specialties.

Sithonia

Neos Marmaras – Restaurant BEIS (Εστιατόριο Μπέης)

• The restaurant states on their profile that they also serve gluten-free dishes.

Porto Koufo / Toroni – Galis Hristos (Γκάλης Χρήστος)

• A guest who has been vacationing there for years noted that the staff is attentive when you mention you cannot have gluten.

Near Neos Marmaras – Panos (Πάνος)

• Another user recommendation for gluten-free meals.

Western Coast of Halkidiki

Nea Kalikratia – Georgalas

• According to guest comments, the restaurant has markers for gluten-free dishes on the menu, as well as gluten-free bread.

Nea Kalikratia – Antonis’ Tavern

• Guests particularly appreciated that the staff understands the needs of people with celiac disease.

Nea Potidea – Ta Kastra (Τα Κάστρα) and Marina (Μαρίνα)

• Restaurants that users have highlighted as a good choice for gluten-free meals.

Thessaloniki

Gluten-free bakery and sweets (+ lactose-free, egg-free, vegan) is located near the Church of St. Sophia.

• Address: Kathigitou Antoniou Keramopoulou 5

Helpful Tip for Ordering Food in Greece

You can use the following expressions in restaurants:

• Gluten-free – “Χωρίς γλουτένη“ (horis gluteni)
• I have celiac disease – “Έχω κοιλιοκάκη“ (eho kiljokaki)

Greek hospitality and the willingness to accommodate you are almost never a problem, but kitchen congestion during the season can sometimes be. Therefore, we recommend that you clearly state that you have celiac disease or a strict gluten-free diet with every order.

It will also be useful for you to get a rough idea of the prices of gluten-free food in Greece, especially in Masoutis, which you can see in our article here: Current prices of groceries in Greece

If you know of any other restaurant in Greece with verified gluten-free options, write to us in the comments so we can add to the list and help future travelers.

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