The beer was good. The service was good. Unfortunately the food was not good. We came for the gluten free fish and chips. They were heavily deep fried and over cooked with a tiny thin layer of fish. Worst fish ever. The calamari was good and fried well so why was the fish over done? They did remove the charge but dinner was a disappointment.
Thank you for making pizza that I can actually eat that tastes amazing. Finding a gluten-free/dairy-free pizza that doesn’t taste like chemicals and sadness is a true feat. ❤️
As a celiac, this place was easy to share plates (something we don't often get to do with our friends and family). Loved all the GF options on the menu and the variety. Food was so delicious.
My wife ordered gluten free, she was served gluten. She is a celiac. Unacceptable. No apology from the server or manager. The item was also left on the bill. I honestly can’t believe this is how this restaurant operates.
We had been recommended this restaurant by a friend, and it did not disappoint. We had gluten-free fish and chips which came with a nice serving of fries and coleslaw. The drinks were tasty and the atmosphere was lively. The location is right next to the Victoria Harbour Airport and you can see a view of sea planes as well as the sunset. Nice fun place to enjoy a meal.
Excellent service and accommodating to gluten-free allergies. Excellent food for my gluten free Large Hemingway Short Story with 6 prawns. I Highly recommend the duck wings!
This place is popular! Very crowded and loud inside. Enjoyed it even though it was packed. Live music.
There was the option of quieter outdoor seating with plenty of room while we were there.
Wonderful Italian restaurant. If your in Victoria, make a reservation. Delightful decor, kind of hidden off an alley. We were there for our anniversary and our waiter was wonderful and professional, excellent service, (I think his name was Carson). They don't have gluten-free pasta, but will substitute with risotto.
While it was great they had gluten free waffle options, you only get 1 Belgium waffle and if you’re hungry, it won’t be enough. An order of thick cut bacon on the side helped fill the void. Oat milk for our coffees was nice, and the coffee cup sizes are kind of small given the $5 charge. Overall, it was decent - it was a breakfast start to a busy morning - but we’d likely go elsewhere for more value and larger portions.
We needed gluten free and we were very happy to know that they have a dedicated gluten free menu and they use a dedicated gluten free fryer for their food. It can be really hard to find a lot of places like this, but this is by far my favourite place to eat in Victoria! I really want to thank everyone there who made it very easy to find safe food for us.
I ordered pick-up and told them over the phone that I have Celiac Disease and needed them to avoid cross-contamination. When I got home I realized two of the dishes were deep fried. I called them and discovered that the two dishes were deep-fried in the same oil with gluten.
Going forward I hope they remove the 'gf' label next to foods that are fried in a contaminated frier, and train their staff to tell customers with allergies about the frier.
No hard feelings, I just hope this review helps!
Cactus club is great for celiacs. They have a dedicated fryer. Staff are generally nice about allergies, I’ve only had one server who wasn’t kind. Otherwise I’ve been lots- it’s my go to restaurant living with celiac disease. Thanks for making eating out possible!
Today I went to Earls Victoria with group of friends for dinner, I explicitly informed the staff on three separate occasions that I am celiac and that requires a strict gluten-free diet.
Despite these clear communications, I was served food containing gluten, resulting in a severe physical reaction and ongoing symptoms requiring recovery. This goes beyond a simple mistake — it represents a failure in duty of care and negligence in handling a known medical condition.
In Canada, restaurants have a legal obligation to provide accurate allergen information and take reasonable steps to prevent cross-contamination when informed of a medical necessity. In this case, those steps were clearly not taken.
This incident has caused pain, distress, and potential long-term health implications. I strongly urge Earls to review and revise their allergen handling protocols, provide staff training, and implement stringent verification processes for medically necessary dietary accommodations.
If this issue is not formally addressed, I will have no choice but to explore further action through appropriate regulatory and legal channels. This is about protecting others from experiencing what I went through.
I explicitly asked for gluten free noodles due to an allergy, the cashier misunderstood and made gluten noodles. Spoke to owner and they weren’t willing to remake or refund :(
FOOD POISONING ALERT:
I went to Finn’s seafood chops cocktails last night in hopes to eat some fresh local seafood while visiting Victoria BC.
In short I ended up with a whole night of vomiting due to food poisoning.
I ordered the crispy skin BC sablefish for my main and I shared a dozen of their oysters.
I believe I have gotten sick from the sablefish I ordered mainly because my friend did not have any issues from the oysters and my symptoms along with the vomiting is a lot that come along with scombroid poisoning ie: tingling and burning sensations around the mouth, facial flushing, sweating, nausea, vomiting, headache, palpitations, dizziness, and rash.
Scrombroid poisoning is a
foodborne illness that typically results from eating spoiled fish.
We chose this restaurant due to the great reviews we found through our google search and the location of it being right off the harbour.
The service was wonderful, I’m not sure of our servers name but she was very kind and attentive to our orders. As I am celiac and she ensured to make sure all of our plates would not have any cross contamination.
The food was delicious, we all enjoyed our plates.
However I do question how well the fish I ate was properly handled
or if there was improper temperature control from the time of catch to consumption.
I would consider Finn’s a fine dining restaurant and I would expect for a $300 meal, the place would have top notch food quality and proper food storage and preparation. I had higher hopes for their standards.
I am on vacation and now recovering from food poisoning, this is not how I wanted to spend my time visiting B.C.
I would not come back to this restaurant nor would I recommend it. I am also turned off of eating fish for a long time now.
Feeling not impressed at the moment.
One of my all-time favorite spots. Obviously, nothing beats the original Tacofino up in Tofino—but during high season, the lines can be wild. So we opted for the city version in Victoria yesterday, and it totally delivered!
They were super accommodating with dietary needs—my friend is both dairy- and gluten-free, and they had no problem whipping up a bowl for her. Our food came out fast and piping hot.
What I love most about Tacofino is the explosion of flavor in every bite. Fresh, bold, and seriously satisfying. If you’re visiting Victoria, this place is an absolute must.
Love, love, love! Came here a few weeks ago while visiting town. My boyfriend and I were in a bit of a rush to get back in the ferry so we wanted something quick and easy. Luckily, Bodega had space for us on the patio and the service was so quick- we were able to enjoy our food without stressing. We ordered four dishes which was the perfect amount for us to share, as well as some olives to snack on. Each dish came out as we finished the last which was great. I was pleasantly surprised that they offer gluten free focaccia which was actually delicious as well as non alcoholic Rosé which was such a special treat. Will be back on our next visit!
Food is always good, sometimes awesome; this is one of few restaurant chains in Victoria that serves Celiacs with care. I love the little notes they write on takeout orders - it’s such a small detail, but it goes such a long way!
Service was great! They were super accommodating of my gluten and dairy allergies. Defiantly a spot of fresh seafood. The oysters were great, steaks cooked perfectly.
1483 Douglas St #105, Victoria, BC V8W 3K4, Canada
Accommodating Gluten-Free
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Jeremy Mills
Hands down the best pizza in Victoria @ the best price PERIOD! Also a bonus is that this place has the best options for gluten free and dairy free that you can find in Victoria! The gluten free crust is amazing & they must use a daiya vegan cheese on they're pizza's 😋. So for gluten and dairy sensitive this is hands down the best pizza place in the city for you, and for me who can have dairy and gluten this is by far the best pizza I've had in Victoria in 20 years
I ordered gluten free and they had great options! Very patient and basically made me a custom one. Really good flavour and size! Im surprised they dont have 5 starts all the way
🍜🌟 Baan Thai Wok & Bar is a great place to enjoy one of the best pad thai I've ever had. The food is authentic and delicious, with perfectly balanced flavors and impeccable presentation. 🍲👌
The restaurant also offers several gluten free options, which is ideal for those with dietary restrictions. 🌾🚫
The ambiance of the restaurant is very pleasant, with charming decor that complements the dining experience. It is a cozy and well-designed place, perfect for enjoying a relaxed and tasty meal. 🌺✨
If you are a fan of Thai food, this restaurant is definitely a must stop. Highly recommended for its excellent pad thai, its variety of gluten free options and its charming atmosphere! 🍴🌟
We came here for lunch, and they had a set menu called teishoku. We each ordered a different item, but both of the lunch specials were delicious with many different sides. My wife asked for gluten-free options and they completely updated her lunch to make sure that there was no gluten and did replacements for other things. Overall, we had a great lunch and the service and atmosphere was very nice.
My partner and I stopped here on the first night of our anniversary weekend at the suggestion of a friend. The atmosphere of the room was incredible, and all of the staff were very welcoming. We sat at the bar, and the bartender, Riley, was more than friendly, helpful, and accommodating. My partner is celiac, and he let us know what our best choices on the menu were. We ordered the Omakase Shokado, which is a chef-crafted selection of small, separated plates (great for celiac separation). When our food was delivered, the manager gave us a full rundown of everything on the plate, ensuring what was celiac-safe and what was just for me (non-celiac) to eat. The spicy tuna roll, spicy salmon roll, and salmon oshi were also incredible.It was a fully enjoyable experience; everything from the food, drinks, atmosphere, friendly nature, and celiac accommodation was above and beyond. We’ll definitely be back.
We had the perfect date night at Wind Cries Mary last night. Our server was very attentive and gave great recommendations. The food was all delicious and the drinks were some of the best cocktails I’ve had. They paired unique flavour combos like the goat cheese cocktail (which was so good!). 10/10 reccomend. They also had lots of gluten free options!
Thanks Burke D! Your service was fantastic and we had a great time! I really appreciate all the gluten free options for our family. Everything was delicious and the patio has the best views. Cheers!
I wanted to order a bunch of different Cheesecake slices for a celebration and they pulled through! Great customer service and they really did everything I asked! They sent me a list of all their regular cheesecake flavours and in addition as I was placing my order in advance, they gave me the option to have creative freedom with any other flavours I wanted. Ordered a bunch from their menu and requested a Biscoff Cheesecake slice too! I also requested a Gluten Free cupcake as well. Hands down my favourite Cheesecake is the Cinnamon Bun Cheesecake, it’s just SO good! But really they are all super delicious!!!
I had a beautiful dinner as the sun was setting. Went for my 25th birthday with my parents and really enjoyed the servers and food.
We got a delicious side order of mussels, and I got the Vista 18 veggie burger (with gluten free bun) and added feta which was super yummy.
Was a little shocked with some of the culinary choices, like the three whole yellow potatoes in my burger, or the pop rocks in the crème brûlée, but they were still delicious :•) !
Best suited for special occasions as it is quite pricey depending on what you order
It was a good quick stop for some cheap dinner. The loaded fries were way too spicy and the menu could offer a few more gluten friendly options. Other than that, it's just as I expected after visiting both locations in Vancouver.
One of the best joints in Victoria hands down. Gluten-free options for my celiac folks, delicious french cuisine, wonderful atmosphere, abundant wine list, cocktails, and immaculate service.
There is a reason why Brasserie is able to operate without reservations. Go a bit before you're wanting to eat and get ready for a top-notch experience.
Unfortunately Milestones has significantly reduced their gluten free/friendly menu options. Their main menu items are pricey but the portions are generous. The serving staff don't seem well informed about their wine or menu options but willing to check. However, the food is always consistent and the Milestones on the Victoria BC inner harbour has lovely views and a great, full sun patio in the nice weather. Of course, no one beats a Milestones bellini.
Love this place. Gluten free, video games, great food and friendly people.
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Perro Negro
536 Yates St, Victoria, BC V8W 2Z6, Canada
Gluten-free options
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Liz Sansoucy-Jones
Enjoyed the tapas style foods and some delicious menu items like bacon wrapped dates, ensalada verde, estofado de carne (short ribs), and grilled squid. They handled GF for a Celiac person very well. Friendly, welcoming service and atmosphere.
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Second Slice Pizza
1322 Trans-Canada Hwy, Victoria, BC V8W 2E9, Canada
Gluten free tasty✅️, LATE night ✅️& pick up discount✅️‼️ Weekend cooks r BETTER😉 Substantially SUPERIOR to the 2 local 'hipster' places in the hood‼️OUTSTANDING WORK 👌🏾 Thank u for ur diligence & dedication to providing a quality product. 🙏🏾
We’re in town for our anniversary, could have picked any place to eat but chose this location. What a disaster. Apparently, a reservation means nothing to these folks. Food - calamari had two massive lumps of solid squid multiplied by 10 pieces stuck together. Mashed potatoes were whipped so much, they were just a lump of gluten. I asked for my prime rib to be medium - I received raw on one side and slightly brown on the other. My plate was less than desirable to say the least. Not sure why I would get a mini cup of ketchup with prime rib - had to ask for horseradish!! Thank you for an awful 13th wedding anniversary dinner!
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