Top 20 Gluten-Free Breakfast Spots to Delight in Surry Hills

oliviaandmuffin

This place is amazing , completely gluten free no nasties yet still delicious . The owner is really genuine and the products are second to none . 100 % recommend !

Carver Folkes

If you’re vegan, gluten-free, health-conscious, and/or a bit of a taste snob — this is the spot in Sydney. Just post up here each day of your stay and rotate through the wide-ranging, exceptionally balanced menu of thoughtfully crafted meals and dream-worthy desserts. My personal favorites: the rose and pistachio cupcake, the vegan Thai beef salad, and the “Gimme That” protein shake — but truly, I tried nearly everything on the menu and was impressed across the board. The staff is warm, the vibe is relaxed, and there’s both indoor and outdoor seating with WiFi. Bonus: they’ve got a great little deli section with frozen vegan staples and pantry finds to stock up on.

Jaime Croeser

Tostadas were delish. Good gluten free options.

Emma

I’m a coeliac, and I absolutely love this spot! Staff are so friendly and knowledgeable of coeliac disease and gluten free, I feel very comfortable eating here. Eating out can often be so isolating when you have a dietary requirement, and you’re often confined to just getting a drink, or something really plain, but not at Four Ate Five! The menu isn’t clearly labelled with allergens, however upon speaking with staff, many of the options are gluten free or can be made gluten free. I ordered the Shakshuka and advised I was coeliac, and staff confirmed they could make it gluten free by swapping out the gluten bread side for gluten free bread, and would take extra measures to reduce cross contamination with the toaster. Obviously there is still an element of risk as a coeliac, as it’s not an entirely gluten free kitchen, but I feel fine each time, and confident in the staff and kitchen. The juices are also delicious and freshly squeezed. I absolutely love this spot, and will continue to take visiting family, friends and loved ones here, to enjoy an amazing meal together.

Henry Ridgers

Great spot, super friendly staff and gluten free options. BAE roll is the best breakfast bite I’ve had in the city

James Hullait

My experience at Shaffa was nothing short of exceptional. The food is absolutely outstanding—rich in flavour, beautifully presented, and clearly crafted with creativity and care. The ambiance strikes the perfect balance: sleek and stylish, yet relaxed and unpretentious. The unique layout adds a rustic, authentic charm that makes you feel like you’ve been transported somewhere far from the usual Sydney dining scene. The menu is a standout—varied, inventive, and full of soul. Each dish reflects thoughtful preparation and bold, memorable flavours. What truly elevates Shaffa, though, is the service. Veronica and her team strike a rare balance of being warm and personable while remaining impressively professional and attentive. Nothing feels like too much trouble. We were looked after by the wonderful Francis, who brought the whole experience together with his deep knowledge of the menu and wine pairings. He took the time to ask insightful questions about our preferences and made thoughtful recommendations that hit the mark. His attentiveness—especially toward my partner’s gluten intolerance—was both considerate and seamless. I can’t recommend Shaffa highly enough for your next meal out. You’ll be in for a memorable, delicious experience from start to finish.

Jay Jones

Gluten free and vegetarian options avaliable. We had a toasted sandwich each and a side of chips. Good portions and delicious. Happy hour between 4-6pm. Aperol Spritz for $10, nice and strong! Lovely outdoor seating and attentative staff.

Yury Kim

The owner is so kind and sells vegan and gluten-free products, so it's so good and delicious.

Nikiah O'Grady

Great gluten free options, great service, welcoming but not intrusive. Food was great. Would come again.

Liv Peven

Sarah was amazing , so patient and accommodating to our large group of people with different dietary requirements tonight . I had custom made vegan gluten-free pasta and I loved it !

Amy Garden

An enjoyable breakfast with a great innovative menu. Plenty of vegetarian and gluten free options. Coffee was great.

Catherine Shovlin

We loved this place. Good vibe and a sense of the food being made with love and quality ingredients. Service was fresh and friendly. Mr S thought his eggs Benedict was top notch and I really enjoyed my dish - with very nice gluten free bread.

Isha Parker

Sweet and cosy cafe with high quality food, beverages and amazing customer service. The staff provided us with a blanket when it was chilly outside, and answered all of our questions about the food, including whether items were gluten free, as one of us is coeliac. They even pulled up an extra chair for our little pup at our outdoor table, which was very kind. When it started pouring down with rain, they invited us inside and set up a table for us to keep dry. We are in love with this place after stumbling across it today, and will definitely be back!

SP H

Website boasts gluten free options. Only cakes available and sourdough bread ! Update your website people. Not for coeliacs.

Wendy Ron

Beautiful meal and ambience. We sat in the more formal side of the establishment at the bar. Appreciated being able to eat food of this standard at 4pm on a Saturday. They cater for gluten free and have a decent selection of mocktails.

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Sarah M

One of my favourite lunch spots in the area. Great sandwiches and salads. They have vegetarian and gluten free options.

Louise

Absolute treasure of a little cafe/sandwich, salad/rice bowl place catering to vegans, vegetarians and gluten free folk. STAFF: Down to earth, super efficient and happy to make pretty much any combo of rice/salad bowl or sandwich you can imagine! MENU: Great selection of salads, varied cheeses, meats and sauces all available at a beyond reasonable price on delish bread or rice/salad. LOCATION: 5 minutes walk up from Central Station and with some street parking (most of it is metered and there's not a lot). ACCESSIBILITY: I don't believe they have a toilet on site (it really is a hole-in-the-wall kinda place, however it is wheelchair accessible with a serving window down lower for those on walkers/in wheelchairs etc. OVERALL: Highly recommend!