Naim is a middle eastern cafe located in a bustling area of Paddington. It has many vegan options. They provide a few menu options that can be gluten free - they came up on GF Brisbane on Instagram. I wasn't sure if they were coeliac safe but I don't think I reacted to the food. I just wish communication was better.
I sat inside and ordered a chai on almond milk (~$5.50) and the falafel wrap GF. I asked what was the halloumi alternative and the waiter went to check for me. While she was away, another staff came to check if I needed to order, which was nice but I explained that I was already being attended to.
I ordered the wrap and asked for it to be GF for a coeliac. The girl didn't read the order back to me. When I received it, it wasn't read out/described back to me so I felt anxious about eating it. I had the food with additional Zhug and it was quite spicy but delicious. The wrap did kind of fall apart all through the paper, I kinda wish it had been packaged a bit differently, there was sauce everywhere and they kinda skimped on the falafel frankly. My first few bites from the centre were just sauce and bread.
Together including the coffee, it was about $30ish. I enjoyed the food but I probably just would appreciate more communication about the order and safety. If something is toasted, is it toasted whilst wrapped? Or nah?
We enjoyed a Galentines Day high tea at Sassfrass recently. There was so much delicious food that we had to take some home with us. My daughter, who is a coeliac, said her gluten free option was very tasty too. The owner took the time to explain what was on the plates, so many excellent choices. We are definitely keen to come back again
Food was hit and miss. Didn't seem very organised/understanding with how to make their options gluten free even though it was on the menu. Super uncomfortable with no air con or fans on.
The burgers are sensational! The eggplant burger is to die for. I have coeliac and the gluten free burger buns are delicious which as any coeliac knows is a hard find. The breakfasts are also amazing. The poached eggs are cooked perfectly, not too runny, not too hard.
My favourite brunch in Brisbane!! Always really hard for me to go past the smoked paprika breakfast, which is to die for. Tried the breakfast burger which was awesome. Plus it came with halloumi chips - how good! Staff are very friendly and also very accommodating to my grandmother with her gluten allergy and specific coffee order. Thanks!
Absolutely delicious food, and an incredible range! The menu is refreshed regularly, and we drive an hour over to enjoy the many gluten free options. Strongly recommend stopping by for a fabulous lunch and the best coffee you've ever tasted.
Celiac friendly
