Top 33 Gluten-Free Breakfast Spots to Delight in Nelson

Smugglers Pub & Cafe

8 Muritai Street, Tāhunanui, Nelson 7011, New Zealand
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Rosie Johnston
Rosie Johnston
This place was most amazing at dealing with food for my coeliac son. We had booked dinner and when we turned up they had our booking sorted and took care of all my sons needs without any issue. They had lots on the menu that were gluten free and were safe for coeliacs. Probably the first time my son really got to enjoy a whole meal out, complete with dessert! The staff were amazing and were so friendly and helpful, nothing was a problem. Thanks Smugglers, for a great dinner and experience. Definitely recommend to our friends.

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East St.

8 Church Street, Nelson 7010, New Zealand
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Wendy Ellis
Wendy Ellis
The food was absolutely delicious, and catered so well for my husband who is coeliac. The staff were very friendly and the restaurant had a great atmosphere.

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Lily’s cafe

19 Buxton Square, Nelson 7010, New Zealand
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Michelle Kingsford
Michelle Kingsford
Nice quite place to go out of the bustle of town. Great tasting food, gluten free included.

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Robert Harris Nelson

93 Montgomery Square, Nelson 7010, New Zealand
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Marjo van Dijk
Marjo van Dijk
Great coffee, gluten free options for breakfast, and friendly staff.

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DeVille

22 New Street, Nelson 7010, New Zealand
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Sven Olson
Sven Olson
Delicious food and chai; ended up going twice while I was in town because the gluten free cornbread with the eggs benedict was stuck in my mind. Skip the pork belly and go with the bacon though, a much better pairing.

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River Kitchen Nelson

81 Trafalgar Street, Nelson 7010, New Zealand
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Geordie Griggs
Geordie Griggs
River Kitchen catered for our event over three days, and were absolutely superb. We had vegan and gluten free catering, and they provided delicious varied options. Their customer service is also top quality, we would absolutely use them again.

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Little Engine Eatery

1 Cadillac Way, Annesbrook, Nelson 7011, New Zealand
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Milly Silcock
Milly Silcock
Our favorite cafe for delicious gluten-free options and super yummy food. It is only cabinet food, but this means it's ready quickly, good if you have limited time. Great coffee and nice, friendly service. Don't go late as they close promptly and sometimes run out of the gf options.

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The Styx

272 Wakefield Quay, Stepneyville, Nelson 7010, New Zealand
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Cristina M
Cristina M
As a celiac, I was so impressed! I had one of the best gluten-free breads I’ve ever tasted and it's homemade!! Also, gluten-free pizza was delicious too. Everything was so tasty and 100% worth it!

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The Boat Shed Cafe

350 Wakefield Quay, Stepneyville, Nelson 7010, New Zealand
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Janette Jessop
Janette Jessop
We celebrated a family occasion and knew we would be a happy party so we booked the small private room which was perfect for a small group. Julian the waiter was exceptional.. his service to us was knowledgeable on the food and wine he served. Very professional and laughed along with party. He did very well to manage a happy party. We had Trust the Chef which was not short of amazing, fresh well presented food and Julian did well catering for our gluten free dairy free and peanut allergies

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Sweet As Cafe

270 Trafalgar Street, Nelson 7010, New Zealand
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Ami Kennedy
Ami Kennedy
Love this cafe, friendly helpful staff and outdoor seating under the trees!!! Iced chocolate and gluten free toast with spreads. Mmmmm appreciations for the work you do...at sweet as

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Hattie's Cafe

76 Achilles Avenue, Nelson 7010, New Zealand
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EoghanBr
EoghanBr
Best coffee in Nelson. Great menu, gluten-free options are amazing. Delightful vibes.

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The Deck Cafe Tahuna

70 Beach Road, Tāhunanui, Nelson 7011, New Zealand
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carol parkinson
carol parkinson
Requested gluten free cheesy fries with bacon. It was delicious! The counter staff explained the separate frier & that it would be 20 mins; but it was well worth the wait. Also had 6 different slices & biscuits in a separate cabinet. Very friendly & knowledgeable service.

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Yaza! Cafe Bar & Venue

117 Hardy Street, Nelson 7010, New Zealand
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Aimee Meadows
Aimee Meadows
Nice wee place or if the way. Good for somewhere quiet to go. Nice food with gluten free abs vegetarian options.

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Hardy St Eatery

136 Hardy Street, Nelson 7010, New Zealand
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Evie
Evie
Superb food, great location! Although the menu looks uninviting in regard to dietary accommodations, they are extremely willing to accommodate for any. Perfect for someone who is severely celiac. The server was friendly, and coffee was yummy. Will be returning when I next visit Nelson 🙂

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The Boathouse Society

326 Wakefield Quay, Stepneyville, Nelson 7010, New Zealand
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Jane Lambert
Jane Lambert
I enjoyed a wonderful evening dinner on the deck with perfect weather and great company the Friday before last. The wait staff were very friendly, polite and some of us had particular requests in relation to the menu. One person was gluten free. I am not a coleslaw fan so the young man said he would check with the chef as to an alternative salad. I said some green leaves and tomato would suffice but was given a Greek salad to go with my steak and chips which exceeded my expectations. Only one gripe. I ordered the steak, and the menu stated it was a Rib Eye Fillet. I have been around for quite some time and the meat I received was probably a sirloin or rump. The shape or taste was nothing life a rib eye fillet and it required a steak knife to eat it. It was cooked to perfection but not what the menu stated. Otherwise a very pleasant evening in the most perfect setting in Nelson.

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Victus Coffee & Eatery

111 Bridge Street, Nelson 7010, New Zealand
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Robin Smith
Robin Smith
Gorgeous little cafe with heaps of gluten-free options! Had the gf/df banoffee waffles and they were so good. Love a filter coffee as well. Lots of GF options in the cabinet as well so had a savory loaf and sweet muffin on my second visit. Would definitely come back here any time we’re in Nelson ☺️

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WATA Coffee & Eatery

93 Montgomery Square, Nelson 7010, New Zealand
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Katrina Menzies
Katrina Menzies
We stumbled upon this cafe and went in for brunch. We were greeted immediately with a smile and good morning - great start. The excellent service continued from there followed up with lovely food. I needed gluten free options and there were many. We will definitely return next time we are in Nelson!!

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Someday Somewhere

189 Bridge Street, Nelson 7010, New Zealand
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Ash Clayton
Ash Clayton
Always great to stop in for a morning coffee and breakfast, everything is always fresh and delicious! with gluten free options.

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Oceano Restaurant

27 Nile Street, Nelson 7010, New Zealand
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ZYMVELYN GONDA
ZYMVELYN GONDA
worth the price. good selection of food most of it are gluten free which makes it more interesting to have breakfast. no need for booking. accomodating staff

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Tahuna Breakfast Club

37 Tahunanui Drive, Tāhunanui, Nelson 7011, New Zealand
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Ailis Chapman
Ailis Chapman
Amazing coffee, delicious food, wonderful service what more could you want! Great gluten free and dairy free options.

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Little Nessie Cafe

316 Annesbrook Drive, Annesbrook, Nelson 7011, New Zealand
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Kenn Butler
Kenn Butler
Excellent gluten free banana loaf & kofi, thankQ

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Anchor Restaurant & Bar

62 Vickerman Street, Port Nelson, Nelson 7010, New Zealand
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Anna Johnson
Anna Johnson
Really disappointing gluten-free fish and chips meal. Fish didn't taste fresh and it wasn't battered. I can do better myself at home with gluten-free tempura batter. The salad didn't appear fresh either. I really liked the chips though. My friend said one of her pieces of fish didn't taste right either and neither of us felt 100% on the way home. Anchor used to have a really good name.

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Le Posh Patisserie (Nelson)

2 Russell Street, Stepneyville, Nelson 7010, New Zealand
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Ben Moginie
Ben Moginie
We had Le Posh do the dessert for our wedding in Feb 2023. It was fantastic! They prepared a delicious croquembouche and gluten-free vanilla flan for dessert. The quiche Lorraine we had for afternoon nibbles was also amazing. They were great to deal with and I would highly recommend.

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Infused Cafe

508A Main Road Stoke, Stoke, Nelson 7011, New Zealand
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Mike Brown
Mike Brown
This is a great little cafe with friendly staff and good range of snack food options including those for gluten free. Probably not ideal for groups(except outdoors on nice day) but great for your catch up with a couple friends or getting a bit of work done(bring your hotspot device) but overall can't recommend highly enough.

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Blackbird Eatery

76 Quarantine Road, Annesbrook, Nelson 7011, New Zealand
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Jason Teunissen
Jason Teunissen
Great coffee and amazing freshly baked goods including glutenfree and vegan options.

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