Papa Johns Gluten Free Menu Items and Options in 2024

Papa Johns is a very popular and sometimes controversial pizza chain based in the United States. The first Papa Johns pizza started in a broom closet in Jeffersonville, IN. Now there are more than 5,000 locations in 45 countries and territories around the world.

“In 1984, Papa Johns opened its doors with one goal in mind: Better Ingredients. Better Pizza. We knew that with quality ingredients we would create superior quality pizzas. That goal and the promise of Better Ingredients. Better Pizza. remain true to this day.” (source)

What is gluten free at Papa Johns Pizza?

In this article and guide, we’ll highlight all the gluten free menu items, sides, and other gf options available at Papa Johns. Want to learn more nutrition facts about Papa Johns’ foods? Check out their Nutrition Portal here.

Papa Johns shares the following message: Please note that all of our products may come into contact with wheat or dairy in our restaurants.

Papa Johns Gluten Free Menu

These are all the gluten free options we could find at Papa Johns. Note all items listed below do not contain wheat or gluten, based on information we found from the Papa Johns Allergen Guide.

Notice anything missing or incorrect? Leave a comment below. This article was last updated: February 13, 2023

Gluten Free Pizza

These are all of the gluten free pizza options at Papa Johns that are free from wheat/gluten ingredients.

Crust

Gluten-Free Crust

Sauces

Pizza Sauce
BBQ Sauce
Ranch Sauce
Alfredo Sauce

Toppings

Pepperoni
Italian Sausage
Sausage
Beef
Canadian Bacon
Bacon
Grilled Chicken
Salami
Philly Steak
Fresh Mushrooms
Pineapple
Onions
Green Peppers
Black Olives
Green Olives
Sliced Jalapenos
Banana Peppers
Anchovies
Tomatoes
Fresh Spinach**

**May be stored in a facility that also stores other allergens.

Sides

These are all of the side options at Papa Johns that are free from wheat/gluten ingredients.

Roasted Wings
Honey Chipotle Wings
Buffalo Wings
BBQ Wings

Extras

These are all of the extra options at Papa Johns that are free from wheat/gluten ingredients.

Garlic Dipping Sauce
Pizza Dipping Sauce
Cheese Dipping Sauce
Ranch Dipping Sauce
Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce
Blue Cheese Dipping Sauce
BBQ Dipping Sauce
Buffalo Dipping Sauce
Crushed Red Pepper Packet
Parmesan Cheese Packet

Desserts

Papa Johns does not have any gluten free dessert options.

Beverages

These are all of the beverage options at Papa Johns that are free from wheat/gluten ingredients.

Pepsi
Diet Pepsi
Mountain Dew
Diet Mountain Dew
Aquafina
Pepsi Zero Sugar
Sierra Mist

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Items to Avoid at Papa Johns

All pizzas contain gluten except for the gluten free crust, which still has major cross-contamination risk.
The meatballs contain wheat/gluten.
All sides except for certain types of wings contain wheat/gluten. The Garlic Parmesan Wings contain wheat/gluten.
The Special Seasoning Packet and Italian Seasoning Packet contain wheat/gluten.
All desserts contain wheat/gluten.

Summary of Gluten Free Menu Options at Papa Johns

Pro tips and a quick summary of everything gluten free at Papa Johns

When you order at the restaurant or on the app for delivery/pickup, tell them you have an allergy or Celiac Disease so they take precautions with your food.
Papa Johns offers a gluten free crust with a number of sauces, toppings, and some chicken wings options for sides. It is a decent sized gf menu, but the cross-contamination risks here are high.
Papa Johns has an average of 2.5 stars on Find Me Gluten Free with 17 ratings. The reviews were mixed with some people having really bad experiences, some locations did not have gluten free crusts, and yet some other people had amazing experiences here.
Personal experiences here are unknown. I have not tried Papa Johns since finding out that I am allergic to gluten. If I give this place another shot I will update this article to share my experience!