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Smoothie King Center

New Orleans Pelicans · formerly New Orleans Arena · New Orleans, LA

18 gluten-free options at 9 food locations

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Celiac? Labels don’t show how food is made. Ask staff about cross-contact.

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Bringing foodNo dietary exception listedAsk the venue504-558-6260
What to ask at the stand
  1. Is this the gluten-free version? Can I see the label?
  2. Is it fried in the same oil as breaded food?
  3. Can you change gloves and use a clean surface?
  4. Is the gluten-free bun kept and toasted apart from regular buns?

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I can’t eat gluten

For a medical reason I need food with no wheat, barley or rye, not even crumbs.

  • Is this the gluten-free version? Can I see the label?
  • Can you change gloves and use a clean surface?
  • Is it fried in the same oil as breaded food?

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What the makers say:Are stadium nachos gluten-free?Are stadium fries gluten-free?

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18 GF-listed options

Basin Street TacosSection 113Jackfruit Tacos · Shredded Beef Tacos +3 more5
Public concourse
Section 113

  • Jackfruit Tacos

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  • Shredded Beef Tacos

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  • Chicken Tinga Tacos

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  • Chips & Nacho Cheese

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  • Ultimate Nachos

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Big Easy FavoritesSections 307 and 317Ultimate Nachos1
Public concourse
Section 307Section 317

  • Ultimate Nachos

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Crescent City CuisineSection 119Ultimate Nachos1
Public concourse
Section 119

  • Ultimate Nachos

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Krispy Krunchy ChickenSections 109, 311, and 328French Fries1
Public concourse
Section 109Section 311Section 328

Ask whether the fryer is shared.

  • French Fries

    Check before ordering: Arena menu labels this item VG, GF. Fryer separation is not stated.

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Neutral GroundSection 331Chips & Nacho Cheese · Ultimate Nachos2
Public concourse
Section 331

  • Chips & Nacho Cheese

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  • Ultimate Nachos

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NOLA LibreSection 315Shredded Beef Tacos · Chicken Tinga Tacos +2 more4
Public concourse
Section 315

  • Shredded Beef Tacos

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  • Chicken Tinga Tacos

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  • Ultimate Nachos

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Sweet ShackSections 118 and 309Vanilla Soft Serve · Chocolate Soft Serve2
Public concourse
Section 118Section 309

  • Vanilla Soft Serve

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  • Chocolate Soft Serve

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Tip OffSections 102 and 105Chips & Nacho Cheese1
Public concourse
Section 102Section 105

  • Chips & Nacho Cheese

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Tostitos CantinaSections 106 and 301Chips & Nacho Cheese1
Public concourse
Section 106Section 301

  • Chips & Nacho Cheese

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Ranked #4 of 17 ranked NBA arenas (13 more not yet ranked) for gluten-free info.

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Quick answers

Is there gluten-free food at Smoothie King Center?

Yes. This guide lists 18 gluten-free options at 9 food locations, such as Jackfruit Tacos at Basin Street Tacos.

Can I bring gluten-free food into Smoothie King Center?

No dietary exception is listed. Contact the venue if you need an accommodation. The venue’s rule and who to ask

Gluten-free near Smoothie King Center , 4 restaurants

Gluten-free near Smoothie King Center

For a meal before or after. Each restaurant's own menu marks gluten-free food. Ask each restaurant about shared fryers and cross-contact. Distances are straight-line from the venue. Checked October 10, 2026.

  • Willa Jean

    Sit-down · 0.4 mi

    Items marked as can be prepared gluten-free

    The menu marks items that can be prepared gluten-free. Its site lists 7 am to 3 pm daily, so check hours.

    611 O'Keefe Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113

    MenuDirections

  • Copper Vine

    Bar & grill · 0.5 mi

    Menu marks "gluten free"; GF bread swap

    The menus mark dishes gluten free, and the lunch menu lists gluten free bread as a sandwich substitution.

    1001 Poydras St, New Orleans, LA 70112

    MenuDirections

  • Espíritu Mezcalería

    Sit-down · 0.8 mi

    Says all items are gluten free except tortas and two desserts

    The restaurant says all items are gluten free except the tortas, tres leches and choco flan, and that it has a dedicated fryer that only uses corn and rice flour. Its site lists Wednesday and Thursday as closed, so check hours and confirm the details with staff.

    520 Capdeville St, New Orleans, LA 70130

    MenuDirections

  • Mother's Restaurant

    Sit-down · 0.9 mi

    Gluten Free & Vegetarian menu

    Its menus page links a Gluten Free & Vegetarian Menu that marks items GF and says cross contamination is impossible to prevent.

    401 Poydras St, New Orleans, LA 70130

    MenuDirections

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Can you bring food into Smoothie King Center?

Bringing food

No dietary exception listed

The arena's A to Z Guide says outside food and beverages are not allowed. It does not state a dietary or medical exception.

Venue policy

We checked the venue’s rules on September 23, 2026. Rules can change, so check before you go.

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Phone 504-558-6260

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Fill in the date and your name. Read it out when you call, or copy it. Ask a couple of weeks ahead, and bring the answer with you. Going sooner? Call the number above.

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Venue tips

  • Check the current concession guide before a game; item availability and prices may change.

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About this guide

Researched September 23, 2026 from venue, team, and food-provider menus. Menus change by event, so check at the stand.

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GF-listed food is labeled gluten-free or gluten-friendly by the venue, team, or food provider.

Food provider: Legends

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