Looking for the best gluten free grocery stores? From small specialty stores to large chain supermarkets, I've got a comprehensive list of the best gluten free grocery stores perfect for stocking up on all types of great gluten free products!
Searching for the Best Gluten Free Grocery Stores
Does a day of gluten free grocery shopping sound like this? When I went shopping today, I went to Walmart, Sprouts and placed an Amazon order just to get all the gluten free groceries that I need for the week.
Do you struggle with the same issue week in and week out?
For our family, it's an additional struggle. I am the only family member who eats gluten free, my kids and husband do not. So in addition to shopping multiple stores, I'm also making multiple meals each day too. I want to hear from you and what you struggle with so please leave a comment below or send me a DM!
Store Picks
Sprouts Farmers Market
Sprouts Farmers Market is a great source for gluten free products It always packs fresh produce, high quality meats, tasty grains, and an ever increasing selection of gluten free snacks, baking mixes, and pantry staples. If you’re looking to fill your cart with gluten free items or just need a few odds and ends to round out a meal, Sprouts probably has everything you need. What we love:
- Large selection of natural and organic gluten-free products
- Clearly labeled gluten-free sections
- Helpful online product search tool
- Regular promotions and discounts
Walmart
Walmart carries a selection of gluten-free products. You can find these products in the grocery section of the store, as well as in the health and wellness section. I have been in stores that offer dedicated gluten free sections. Walmart's selection of gluten free products can vary by location, so check with your local store to see what they have available. Some of the gluten free products you might find at Walmart include bread, pasta, crackers, and snack bars. You can also find a wide range of other gluten free products such as flours, cereals, and baking mixes. Things we like about Walmart:
- Dedicated gluten free location in the store
- Can be traveling anywhere and find a store with gluten free products
- Prices are competitive
- Basic selection of gluten free staple foods
Trader Joes
This grocery store chain has a large selection of gluten-free products, including bread, pasta, and snacks. They offer a wide variety of food options, including gluten-free frozen pizza, pasta, bread crumbs, soup mixes, and baking mixes. Plus, their stores are often more affordable than other stores that focus solely on gluten free items. With the large selection available at most Trader Joe's locations, you can find a lot of great options for stocking your kitchen with all types of tasty gluten-free foods. Here's what we love:
- Affordable gluten-free products
- Clearly labeled gluten-free items
- Unique and seasonal gluten-free offerings
- Regularly updated product list
Natural Grocers
This grocery chain has a focus on natural and organic products and carries a wide range of gluten-free options. Natural Grocers feature an array of organic and natural products, including many gluten-free options. From fresh produce to packaged goods, you can find a wide selection of gluten-free products like snacks, breads, cereals, treats and more at Natural Grocers. What we love:
- Utilizes local gluten free companies to bring in local products and offerings
- Unique selection of items
Amazon
Amazon is always listed on our survey as one of the top online retailers you purchase gluten free foods! Amazon carries a wide range of gluten-free products that can be purchased online. Buy gluten-free bread, pasta, crackers, snack bars, and baking mixes, as well as household and personal care items such as shampoo, conditioner, and laundry detergent. To find gluten-free products on Amazon, just search for specific products or browse through the "gluten-free" category.
- Wide range of small and large gluten free companies to order products from
- Ability to order from Whole Foods Market for fresh food delivery
- Competitive pricing
- Ability to order in bulk if desired
Our Least Favorite Gluten Free Grocery Stores
Whole Foods Market
This popular grocery chain has a wide selection of gluten-free products and is known for its commitment to natural and organic products.
BUT... have you noticed that their gluten-free product selection hasn't been as good? I've noticed a huge drop off of in the selection available. It's so disappointing to see more and more of my favorite brands disappear!
Thrive Market
Thrive Market offers an online membership-based store with natural and organic products at discounted prices. The downside of Thrive?
I am the only one that eats gluten free and dairy free in my immediate family. The price for just me doesn't justify the cost! And the shipping prices ALWAYS kill me! My husband and I order stuff for work and other events to offset our yearly Amazon prime price, so it ends up being a lot cheaper to just order from Amazon since Amazon offers us free Prime shipping.
Let me know! Do you AGREE or DISAGREE with My Picks?
While our website isn't a dedicated gluten free website, almost all of our recipes contain substitutions for making the recipe gluten free. Most of the time when I make these recipes, I'm making my gluten free version, and I'm making a different version for the kids and husband. You can search our huge database of gluten free recipes. You can also search anything you might be craving and look under 'substitutions' in the recipe for adaptations you can make to make the recipe gluten free.
Love, Traci
Emma J
Thank you so much for sharing your experience, I have just been diagnosed with PCOS and one of my goals is cut dairy and gluten from my diet, and it was so hard to find one place that has it all with an affordable budget, I was looking into Thrive market as well but I am also the only one in my family with dietary restrictions, so thank you for not recommending it.
burntapple
I'm sorry to hear you were diagnosed with PCOS. I hope you are doing better with the dietary changes. Keep me posted on if you find some stores that you like the best!
Sue Garner
Just came across your site by accident. I was looking for store that shipped out items to my home, but unfortunately I didn't find any. Instead I found a vast amount of information about cooking , new recipes, plus alot more very helpful and useful info . Great site !!