Angela Lee’s kids have food allergies, so she made sure the menu at her Randolph Street restaurant has plenty of options for young diners with limitations. Grass-fed hot dogs and a smaller version of Grange Hall’s signature burger — beef, turkey or veggie — come on gluten-free or regular buns, along with fries and fresh fruit. Nobody has to sit out dessert, thanks to gluten-free pies and a seasonally rotating selection of house-made dairy-free sorbets. 844 W. Randolph St., 312-491-0844.
This cheery bakery beckons kids for whom wheat, dairy or sugar are verboten. The packed display cases are a wonderland of gluten-free treats, with several dozen choices from cupcakes and croissants to eclairs and dozens of cookies — all without wheat. There are plenty of dairy-free and sugar-free options too, plus sustainable, GMO-free goodies. 2901 Central St., Evanston, 847-859-2723.
Da Luciano Pizza, Pasta and Catering
Gluten-free Italian food? It sounds like a tall order, but the Libreri family offers a separate-but-extensive wheat-free menu. Choose from classic Italian dishes such as lasagna, ravioli and pizza, plus traditional desserts like tiramisu. The restaurant also sells bags of its gluten-free pasta to prepare at home. 8343 Grand Ave., River Grove, 708-453-1000.
This iconic vegetarian diner has a kids’ menu perfect for young dairy dodgers, with dishes including “mac & teese” and “grilled cheeze,” both made with vegan Daiya. There’s also an extensive menu of wheat-free dishes. Save room for dessert: The kids’ vegan ice cream sundae comes swimming in chocolate sauce and topped with nuts — or not. 3411 N. Halsted St., 773-935-6696, and 2333 N. Milwaukee Ave., 773-252-3211.
