Searching for gluten-free restaurants in Tampa, FL? At Petra Mediterranean Restaurant in Temple Terrace, Tampa, nearly our entire menu is naturally gluten-free — from our hand-rolled falafel and creamy hummus to our slow-roasted kabobs and fresh Mediterranean salads. The only exception is our traditional pita bread, and we’ll always tell you upfront.
Whether you’re managing celiac disease, gluten sensitivity, or simply choosing a cleaner diet, Petra is Tampa’s safest and most satisfying Mediterranean dining experience for gluten-free diners.
Why Tampa Is Searching for Gluten-Free Restaurants
Gluten-free dining searches across Tampa, Temple Terrace, and Hillsborough County have surged in recent years. More Tampa Bay residents are discovering they have celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity — and they’re actively looking for local restaurants that can serve them safely. Petra Mediterranean has always been that place. We just want to make sure the Tampa gluten-free community knows it.
Petra’s Gluten-Free Menu: What You Can Order With Confidence
Here’s a breakdown of naturally gluten-free items on our Tampa Mediterranean menu:
- 🧆 Falafel — Handcrafted from ground chickpeas, fresh herbs, and spices. Naturally gluten-free and crispy-fried to perfection. One of our most popular items in Tampa.
- 🥙 Hummus & Baba Ghanoush — Our signature dips made from chickpeas, roasted eggplant, tahini, lemon, and extra-virgin olive oil. 100% gluten-free.
- 🥗 Fattoush Salad — Fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, radishes, and herbs with our house lemon-olive oil dressing. Ask us to hold the pita croutons for a fully gluten-free version.
- 🍢 Kabobs & Shawarma — All kabobs and shawarma are marinated in olive oil, lemon, and Mediterranean spices with no hidden wheat or gluten ingredients.
- 🍚 Rice Pilaf — Our seasoned Mediterranean rice pilaf is a gluten-free safe side dish served with most entrees.
- 🫒 Mezze Spreads — Labneh, stuffed grape leaves, olives, tabbouleh, and more. Ask your server which mezze are gluten-free — most are.
The One Item to Know About: Pita Bread
We believe in full transparency. Our traditional pita bread contains gluten and is served alongside many dishes at our Tampa restaurant. If you have celiac disease or are gluten-sensitive, simply tell your server when you’re seated — we’ll skip the pita and ensure your entire meal is prepared with your needs in mind. No fuss, no hidden ingredients, just authentic Mediterranean food done right.
A Safe, Welcoming Dining Experience in Tampa for Gluten-Sensitive Guests
We understand that dining out gluten-free in Tampa can feel stressful. You shouldn’t have to quiz the kitchen about every sauce or marinade. At Petra, our recipes are built on simple, real Mediterranean ingredients — olive oil, fresh herbs, lean meats, legumes, and seasonal vegetables. There’s no wheat flour hiding in our sauces, no gluten lurking in our marinades.
When you visit our Temple Terrace location, just mention your dietary needs to your server. Our friendly team is trained to walk you through every dish and make sure your dining experience is safe, comfortable, and — most importantly — delicious.
Serving Tampa’s Gluten-Free Community Since Day One
Petra Mediterranean Restaurant has served the Tampa Bay area — including Temple Terrace, New Tampa, Carrollwood, Wesley Chapel, and surrounding Hillsborough County communities — with authentic, fresh Mediterranean cuisine. Our naturally gluten-free menu isn’t a recent trend for us — it’s simply the way Mediterranean food has always been made.
We’re proud to be a restaurant where Tampa gluten-free diners can relax, order freely, and enjoy a genuinely safe and satisfying meal.
Visit Petra Mediterranean Restaurant in Tampa, FL
📍 Location: Petra Mediterranean Restaurant — Temple Terrace, Tampa, FL
📞 Reservations & Questions: Call us to ask about today’s gluten-free specials or let our team know about any dietary needs before you arrive.
🌐 Online Menu: petratampa.com/menu
🛒 Order Online: Available for dine-in, takeout, and catering across the Tampa Bay area.
Nearly all menu items at Petra Mediterranean Restaurant in Tampa are naturally gluten-free. The only exception is our pita bread. We’re proud to be the Tampa Bay area’s go-to Mediterranean restaurant for gluten-sensitive and celiac-friendly dining.
