For people who have celiac disease or gluten sensitivities, finding restaurants with good gluten-free options can be a challenge.
But Alexandria is actually one of the best places in the country to look, according to a new study.
LawnStarter compared nearly 200 of the biggest U.S. cities to rank the Best Cities for Gluten-Free Food. (May is Celiac Disease Awareness Month.)
Here's how Alexandria ranked:
- Establishments Serving Gluten-Free Food per Square Mile - 3rd
- Total Number of Reviews for Establishments Serving Gluten-Free Food - 51st
- Average Monthly Google Search Volume for Gluten-Free-Related Terms Over Past 12 Months - 78th
- Allergy Specialists per 100,000 Residents - 47th
- Number of Gluten Intolerance Support Groups - 26th
LawnStarter looked for cities with highly rated gluten-free dining options, strong local demand and a supportive community. Bonus points were awarded for easy access to allergy specialists.
Washington, D.C. ranked 5th in the nation. The no. 1 city is New York. (See the complete rankings here.)
(Looking for something different? Lost Boy Cider was started by Tristan Wright after he discovered he was allergic to both soy and gluten. Cider is almost always gluten free.)
