This blog post was originally posted on May 27, 2015, and was updated on July 31, 2018.<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

We might be in the land of ‘tostada,’ but eating gluten free in Seville doesn’t have to be difficult!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When people think of Spanish food, they’re often reminded of bread and flour\u2014especially in Seville, a city known for its wonderful sandwiches<\/a>. However, Spain is actually the most gluten free-friendly country in Europe. And with a range of local traditional dishes that are naturally gluten free, <\/em>Seville is possibly the best city in Spain for celiacs and others who choose to avoid gluten. You just have to know where to look!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are our top picks when it comes to eating gluten free in Seville. From traditional bars with a range of gluten free tapas to cozy bakeries with gluten free breakfast, we’ve got you covered!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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An important note<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Though awareness of gluten-free dining is on the rise in Spain, do proceed with caution! Cross-contamination is a concern in many of the small, traditional kitchens across the country, so we always recommend that those with an allergy or celiac disease consult directly with the restaurants before ordering. Here are some useful phrases in Spanish from the Federaci\u00f3n de Asociaciones de Celiacos de Espa\u00f1a<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

• Enfermedad celiaca<\/em> = celiac disease<\/li>
• Yo soy celiaco\/a<\/em> = I\u2019m celiac.<\/li>
• No puedo comer productos que tengan como ingrediente: trigo, centeno, cebada o avena<\/em> = I cannot eat things that contain wheat, rye, barley or oats.<\/li>
• Libre de gluten<\/em> = gluten-free<\/li>
• Almid\u00f3n de trigo<\/em> = wheat starch<\/li>
• Soy celiaco\/a y debo seguir una dieta sin gluten <\/em>= I\u2019m celiac and must follow a gluten-free diet.<\/li>
• \u00bfEsta comida contiene trigo, centeno, cebada o avena?<\/em> = Does this dish contain wheat, rye, barley, or oats?<\/li>
• Puedo comer alimentos que contengan arroz, patatas, verduras y frutas, huevos, queso, leche y pescado<\/em> = I can eat dishes with rice, potatoes, vegetables, fruit, eggs, cheese, milk, and fish.<\/li>
• Sin salsa por favor<\/em> = No sauce, please!<\/li>
• Gracias por tu ayuda! <\/em>= Thank you for your help!<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

  Typical gluten-free dishes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

  Even if you don’t go to a restaurant or bar that brands itself as gluten free, you could still find plenty of great celiac-friendly options on the menu. You just need to know what to look for! Here are a few of our favorite typical Spanish and sevillano <\/em>dishes that are naturally gluten free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  • Carne\/pescado\/pollo a la<\/strong> plancha<\/strong>:\u00a0<\/em>A simple yet delicious option, this simple refers to grilled meat, fish or chicken. Your protein of choice is typically seasoned with fresh herbs and grilled to perfection\u2014no gluten necessary!<\/li>
  • Jam\u00f3n<\/strong>: <\/em>Celiacs, rejoice! Spain’s iconic cured ham happens to be gluten free!<\/li>
  • Ensaladilla rusa<\/a><\/strong>: <\/em>As its name implies, this classic salad has its roots in Russia, but no Spanish tapas menu would be complete without it. This tasty mayo-based tuna and potato salad is a great choice for gluten-free diners. Just be sure to order it without picos<\/em>, the crunchy little breadsticks that sometimes get stuck in the top of a serving for decoration.<\/li>
  • Patatas bravas<\/strong><\/em>:Check to make sure no flour was used, but in general these spicy fried potatoes tend to be perfectly safe for celiacs.<\/li>
  • Tortilla de patatas<\/strong>:\u00a0<\/em>The quintessential Spanish dish<\/a>! The classic potato and egg (and occasionally onion, too) omelet is as simple as it gets, and a great gluten free option.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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