Top 10 Gluten-Free Vegetarian Havens to Explore in Cape Town

7 Ravenscraig Road, unit 3 Mason’s Press Please use Woodlands Road Entrance For Free 45 Min Covered Parking, Woodstock, Cape Town, 8060, South Africa
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This charming spot offers a warm, cosy atmosphere with a neighbourhood vibe, featuring indoor and outdoor seating enhanced by beautiful murals and a quaint courtyard. It’s a safe haven for gluten-free diners, providing a welcoming setting that feels like a second home for those with gluten intolerance.

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Therese Fensham
Therese Fensham
Absolutely Fabulous! I order all my gluten free bread and treats from Off-the-Gluten Path on a monthly basis, and the service is beyond brilliant. I feel like I know all the customer service staff by first name already. Furthermore, I have never tasted such outstanding gluten-free bread and tasty treats, and believe me I have been around the block. Their pita bread is exactly like the gluten-based ones. I cannot recommend Off-the-Gluten Path highly enough for great service and high quality products.

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Shop 1, Constantia Village Courtyard, Constantia, Cape Town, 7708, South Africa
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Tucked away in Constantia Village, this spot offers a fresh, vibrant atmosphere with an impressive menu and a focus on healthy living.

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Pieter Sollitt
Pieter Sollitt
Amazing place. Gluten free and dairy and refined sugar free dream restaurant. Deli is also incredible. There is a new branch on Main road in Seapoint too.

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34 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
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This cafe offers a cozy interior with natural wood tones and abundant greenery, creating a serene ambiance ideal for gluten-free diners. The wide variety of gluten-free options and helpful, friendly service make it a standout spot for those seeking safe, delicious meals.

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Sam Mar
Sam Mar
Stephen’s was our guide to wonderful food. Beautiful ambience, and a completely welcoming place to warm your tummy. Gluten free yum!

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168 Loop St, CBD, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
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This restaurant offers a completely gluten-free menu with a traditional Ethiopian atmosphere featuring authentic decor, incense, and soft music. The warm, inviting setting and friendly staff create a truly celiac-friendly dining experience that transports guests to Ethiopia.

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Arianna James
Arianna James
This was our favorite restaurant in all of Southern Africa! My husband and I ordered almost every entree on the vegan menu (11 dishes), including their 3 course set menu with 3 sides (we're foodies!). Every single one was delicious and made with fresh, healthy ingredients. My favorite was the Defin Misir Alicha - a brown lentil dish. I am going to try to find a recipe to make it back home in America! My husband raved about every dish that was seasoned with Berbere. He ordered a cocktail (the Spice Ethiopian Tosgne) which he still talks about because it was so good (and he's very picky about his cocktails, since he's an unofficial expert mixologist). The service was exceptional. Our waiter (Linga?) was friendly and cheerful, prompt, personable, and respectful. The brief interactions we had with other waiters (and I think the owner) were all remarkably friendly. Our courses felt perfectly timed - neither rushed nor tardy. Our waiter even noticed that after the sun set, there were some mosquitoes near our outdoor table (we hadn't noticed) and was thoughtful enough to bring out some burning frankincense to repel them. It worked and smelled great! Everything looked and felt clean. The tables, chairs, plates, and decor all crafted an atmosphere that felt authentic, pleasant, and not overdone. They had so many options that we'd be comfortable bringing people there with all kinds of different needs - people who don't like spice or love spice, vegans, vegetarians, gluten-free, dairy-free, whatever. It's very accommodating.

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278 Main Rd, Cape Town, South Africa
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This cozy spot is a local favorite for its delicious, wholesome dishes, welcoming vibe, and a fun little shop for healthier goodies!

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Stephanie Mohrmann
Stephanie Mohrmann
Amazing food! All gluten-free options! Even Twix dessert. Awesome Manager that remembered our names. Stephanie & Rob. Thank you!

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92 Bree St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa
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This spot offers an intimate, warm interior and a lively bar atmosphere, enhanced by superb service and a staff highly knowledgeable about gluten-free needs. Its vibrant, upscale vibe makes every visit feel like a celebration, welcoming all guests with exceptional care.

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Cole Harris
Cole Harris
The food is some of the best I have ever had. we shared 2 lots of tacos & each had the brisket that melted in your mouth. I truly haven't had food quite like it before. The price is extremely valuable for the quality & location. The staff were exceptional, very kind & very knowledgeable. My friend is gluten-free and had plenty of great options available.

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177 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
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This intimate café offers a relaxed atmosphere with friendly, accommodating staff and a wide range of gluten-free options. The cozy space features bar stool seating and eco-friendly touches like glass straws, making it a must-visit for gluten-free diners seeking a healthy, vibrant spot.

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Christopher Walker
Christopher Walker

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78 Main Rd, Kalk Bay, Cape Town, 7990, South Africa
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This spot offers a welcoming atmosphere with outdoor seating that creates a dreamy vibe, perfect for enjoying superb gluten-free pizza options. The staff is attentive and accommodating, ensuring a safe and pleasant experience for gluten-free diners.

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Ricarda Miller
Ricarda Miller
Had a really nice glutenfree pizza there for lunch. Got served super fast. Our waiter Lucy was amazing with my toddler and he got his own pizza dough to make his own pizza bread, which they then baked for him. Can recommend 100%. Thaaaaanks !

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31 Barnet St, Cape Town, South Africa
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Discover a cozy spot with a warm fireplace vibe, perfect for relaxing on chilly days, though it can get a bit noisy.

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Nicolett Holst
Nicolett Holst
We were 4 diners. My daughter has Celiac disease so we specifically went to Maria’s because they advertised gluten free food. The food was amazingly good! But the manager was rude and abrasive, very dismissive when we asked for assurance that the food was prepared separately. When we got our starters, her gluten free starter was placed next to pita bread that was NOT gluten free, thus contaminating her food. When we pointed this out to the manager, he simply shrugged and left. Our waiter was friendly and helpful. And also apologetic about another table that was very loud, causing us to not stay for dessert because the noise level was simply too high! The only down side about the food was the baklava fingers we ordered as take away. They were vile! Tasted only of cinnamon. I’m Greek so I know how they should taste. Very disappointing dessert, don’t order that!

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43 Panorama Dr, Cape Town, South Africa
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This tranquil spot offers a peaceful setting perfect for those seeking gluten-free options. With a coffee shop and restaurant on-site, it provides a relaxing atmosphere to enjoy fresh-baked gluten-free muffins and a variety of carefully researched, high-quality natural products.

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Bert Parish
Bert Parish

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