Hino Oishi

Hino Oishi isn’t a dedicated gluten-free kitchen, but if you’re craving Japanese flavors and don’t mind a little extra conversation with your server, it can work for careful celiacs. The staff have shown real willingness to flag gluten allergies and even prepare meals in the kitchen (off the main teppanyaki grill) if you’re upfront about your needs—which, honestly, is a relief when so many places just shrug. There’s no gluten-free menu, so you’ll need to ask lots of questions and double-check every dish, but they do offer gluten-free soy sauce and are happy to check with the chef for ingredient details. It’s not the most ironclad option—cross-contact risk exists—but if you’re used to navigating shared kitchens and want fresh sushi or a teppan-style dinner with extra diligence, it’s doable with caution.