3929 North Central Park Avenue, Chicago, IL • Ravenswood
Cassava Empanadas is a rare sanctuary for celiacs—truly 100% gluten-free from the ground up, with every empanada, pizza, and cinnamon roll crafted in a dedicated facility.
We last checked this spot on May 29, 2026 · Sansglu Editorial methodology
The Sansglu take
The place
Dedicated empanada shop running fully gluten-free. Lab testing on dough batches, staff trained on gluten protocols, and ingredient sourcing kept transparent. The bones are all there.
The gluten-free setup
Separate gluten-free kitchen, dedicated fryer, and regular lab testing of dough. Staff trained on gluten safety. No wheat flour on the premises.
What to order
The menu shifts with seasons and creativity, so ask what's current. Empanadas here are built on the GF dough from the start, not adapted. The structure holds fillings without falling apart, which is the move.
The move
Call ahead or check what flavors are available that day. Empanadas travel well if you're grabbing for later.
Sansglu Editorial · Updated May 29, 2026
Gluten-free setup
Current facility and preparation details supported by our research.
- ✓Dedicated facility
- ✓Trained staff
Gluten-free options
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