Top 32 Gluten-Free Spots to Explore in Cowes

Your curated guide to gluten-free dining options, with detailed reviews and recommendations for safe celiac-friendly meals.

C.C.’s Fish & Chips

Shop 3/96/100 Thompson Ave, Cowes VIC 3922, Australia
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Busy but worth the wait, this spot impresses with perfectly cooked dishes and a lively atmosphere that keeps locals coming back for more.

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Sam
Sam
Great selection of Gluten free options. A chiko roll from the order was missed, so they made a fresh one and dropped it off. Brilliant.

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Mon Dieu

97 Church St, Cowes VIC 3922, Australia
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Expect unique flavor twists, a cozy atmosphere, and ample seating—perfect for a relaxed dining experience with friends or family.

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Alex Keaton
Alex Keaton
My partner and I searched across Cowes all morning for a restaurant that was friendly for both Gluten Free and Vegan food. Mon Dieu proved to be one of the only places open, but the standard they held themselves to was impressively low. They had three vegan options available. I went to order the Pumpkin Bonjour only to be told that they were out of that dish. I didn’t feel like ordering the Avo Crushed but there weren’t many other options so I went with it and asked for it vegan friendly. I ended up getting a very small serving of avocado which was impressively unseasoned and amongst the plainest I’ve ever had. I could have gone to the Coles and paid $3 to eat a raw avocado on the spot and it would have tasted about the same and not cost me $24. My partner ordered a Gluten Free eggs Benedict with bacon. They managed to mess the order up by putting Smoked Salmon on it instead and put no effort into toasting the bread, leaving a soggy pile of bacon grease to dissolve the bread beneath it. Next time I’ll go to the Subway down the street. I could get a bigger serving of avocado on toast for a fraction of the price there.

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Pino's Trattoria

29-31 Thompson Ave, Cowes VIC 3922, Australia
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Experience a cozy spot with stellar Italian cuisine and standout pizza that keeps people coming back for more.

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Geoff Whiting
Geoff Whiting
Nice atmosphere, service was personal and prompt. The gluten free Aussie pizza was ok, but didn’t blow me away. Would probably come back for seconds though! Three hammer fists out of five.

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The Waterboy Cafe

58 Chapel St, Cowes VIC 3922, Australia
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A cozy hidden gem with a relaxed vibe, offering a variety of tasty dishes and delicious coffee, perfect for a casual hangout.

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Julian Dods
Julian Dods
Came here for a brunch with my partner. Was blown away by how friendly all of the staff were. The food came out incredibly quickly and was delicious. They paid special attention to my gluten free diet and even told me not to order the hash browns when I tried to as they are not gluten free. Could not recommend this place enough

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Phillip Island RSL Sub Branch - Lone Pine Bistro

225-243 Thompson Ave, Cowes VIC 3922, Australia
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Dairy Free OptionsDinnerKid FriendlyOpen Late NightLunchOutdoor SeatingCiderFriesBrunchDeliveryBar
A popular spot on Phillip Island, known for its great atmosphere, special deals for seniors, and interesting selection of military history on display!

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Alyse D'agostini
Alyse D'agostini
Great coeliac-safe GF food. Thoroughly enjoyed especially GF crumbed chicken parma

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Rusty Water Brewery Restaurant & Bar

1821 Phillip Island Rd, Cowes VIC 3922, Australia
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Judy West
Judy West
Food was great- just need more Gluten Free options Service fast And great atmosphere

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Island Whole Foods

Unit 4/75 Chapel St, Cowes VIC 3922, Australia
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Chill spot with a unique vibe, offering a diverse menu that’s perfect for both plant-based lovers and those after healthier choices.

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Kristy Johnson
Kristy Johnson
Best coffee and gluten free banana pancakes! Really friendly, happy staff (the Thai lady is so nice!) Must visit cafe in Phillip Island.

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Hotel Phillip Island

11/13 The Esplanade, Cowes VIC 3922, Australia
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Experience a cozy vibe with unique offerings and a menu that impressively caters to various dietary preferences, perfect for a delightful outing.

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Kathy Hale
Kathy Hale
The Korean fried chicken is to die for. Porterhouse cooked perfectly, best hubby has had in a long time. Gluten free version of prawn linguine yum yum. Service professional and friendly. We ate here 3 nights in one week, couldn't stay away!

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The Corner Burgers Beer Shakes

69 Thompson Ave, Cowes VIC 3922, Australia
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LunchDinnerBurgersDeliveryTake AwayOutdoor SeatingKid FriendlyDedicated GF FryerAmericanCocktailsBeerFries
Famous for its epic burgers and standout cocktails, this place keeps fans coming back for more delicious bites and a fun vibe!

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Nicole Bailey
Nicole Bailey
Had the beef brisket burger. It was fab!

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M & O Cafe

1/14 The Esplanade, Cowes VIC 3922, Australia
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Bright atmosphere with great views, reasonable prices, and a fantastic vibe make this spot a top choice for a meal with friends.

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Jared Venema
Jared Venema
Great place for breakfast, friendly staff and reasonably priced for what is served. They also do gluten free, which wasn't listed on the menu. Thankyou!

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Cowes Curry Club - Indian Restaurant

119 Thompson Ave, Cowes VIC 3922, Australia
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Amazing Indian cuisine with unique vegan options, flavorful curries, and a cozy atmosphere—perfect for a delicious meal or takeaway!

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Ben Harrison
Ben Harrison
Went and dined in, amazing experience, the food is top tier Indian and the staff are friendly. They catered exceptionally well to my partner and stepson, who are Celiacs, therefore cannot eat gluten. I recommend everyone should come in for a meal, or at least get takeaways!

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Bani's Restaurant & Bar

10 Thompson Ave, Cowes VIC 3922, Australia
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A warm and inviting spot that welcomes all, offering a cozy atmosphere perfect for enjoying delightful meals and great times with friends.

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Patrick Hyland
Patrick Hyland
Great food and wonderful service, so much fun. Warm and inviting environment. Catered perfectly for gluten free, and Devine flavours. Ten out of ten

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La Porchetta Phillip Island Restaurant / Cowes Pizza & Pasta

68-80 Thompson Ave, Cowes VIC 3922, Australia
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Nikki
Nikki
ALLERGIC REACTION! I’m a coeliac and can’t have food with gluten. My boyfriend and I ordered 1 normal pasta and 1 gluten free pasta for myself. We ordered it to go, the man who gave us the bag of food literally stared us down until we walked out of the store. At home I opened up the pasta and thought to myself ‘this doesn’t look gluten free’ stupid me ate it anyway instead of taking it back. I had an allergic reaction and now have to take up to 2 weeks off at work to recover before I go back! Im absolutely disgusted! Not sure if it was the girl who took our order, and she didn’t care whether to put down as gluten free pasta. Or the kitchen but this is definitely not tolerable

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Cafe Lugano

71 Thompson Ave, Cowes VIC 3922, Australia
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A cozy spot with exceptional coffee and quick service, perfect for a delightful break amidst the hustle of Phillip Island.

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cristina perez
cristina perez
I recently visited Cafe Lugano in Cowes on Phillip Island, and it exceeded my expectations. The coffee was exceptional, with a rich, smooth flavor that coffee enthusiasts will appreciate. Also the food was absolutely delightful. The cafe offers a variety of dietary options, including vegan and gluten-free, making it accessible for everyone. The service was friendly and prompt, and the cozy atmosphere, both indoors and outdoors, added to the overall enjoyable experience. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Phillip Island!

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Jessies Pizza

119/135 Thompson Ave, Cowes VIC 3922, Australia
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Expect delicious pizzas and great prices, with rave reviews for their unique crust and value on the island!

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Stefan van Boxtel
Stefan van Boxtel
Best gluten free pizzas on the island. And thanks for not putting a crazy gluten tax on them!

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Isola Gelato

6 Thompson Ave, Cowes VIC 3922, Australia
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Enjoy amazing ice cream made with careful attention to allergies, perfect for a beach stroll or a sweet treat on the go.

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Rachel Coppel
Rachel Coppel
Very considerate of our gluten allergy, and of cross contamination for pistachio allergy. They used a new scoop and a new tub of ice cream.

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Isola Di Capri

2 Thompson Ave, Cowes VIC 3922, Australia
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Charming waterfront spot with delicious options, but be ready for some ups and downs in service and cleanliness.

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Shadow Weaver
Shadow Weaver
Lovely location in front of the water. Waiter was lovely. Lady at the register wasn’t friendly. We sat at our table and I was given unwashed plate for my pizza. I handed it back to her and she admitted it was dirty but offered no apology. Gluten free pizza was delicious at least.

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Cafe Bazarre

158 Thompson Ave, Cowes VIC 3922, Australia
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A top pick for delicious, reasonably priced pizza with unique options that keep everyone happy.

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Lou n Tom Thomas
Lou n Tom Thomas
Most delicious pizza. Excellent gluten free base, thin and crispy.

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Penny Lane Island Cafe

Unit 2/18-22 Thompson Ave, Cowes VIC 3922, Australia
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A top spot for catering that impressively meets diverse dietary needs with delicious options and great service.

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shay b
shay b
had breakfast, food came out quickly was nice. Gluten free options is handy 😊

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Wing Ho Chinese Restaurant

81 Thompson Ave, Cowes VIC 3922, Australia
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LunchDinnerDeliveryTake AwayKid FriendlyRestaurantOpen Late
Experience top-notch service and an unforgettable Chinese cuisine journey that leaves everyone wanting more.

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Jean
Jean
Absolutely the best Chinese food we’ve ever eaten. Dined in and was delighted with the attentive professional good old fashioned customer service. Being coeliac I’m always apprehensive ordering but my mind was completely put at rest by the waitress who came out to explain that what I’d ordered was not completely gluten free and offered so many suggestions to make absolutely sure I was eating safely. Could not recommend this restaurant more highly to anyone coeliac or not. Will definitely be back. Dad absolutely loved the curry puffs and the wonton soup Thank you so much to all the staff

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Anerie

12 Thompson Ave, Cowes VIC 3922, Australia
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Charming Cowes gem with exceptional French cuisine and a standout Scotch Fillet Steak that keeps guests coming back for more.

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Sam L
Sam L
Great little spot in Cowes with amazing French cuisine. Excellent service and nearly all items on the menu could be made gluten free. Scotch Fillet Steak was the star! Creme Brule was also great.

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Xpress Gourmet Pizza & Pasta Cowes

72 Chapel St, Cowes VIC 3922, Australia
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DinnerOpen LatePizzaDeliveryTake AwayKid Friendly

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Kat Torcasio
Kat Torcasio
When your menu specifies that the Parma is gluten friendly and you place an order specifically noting Parma GF please, it would be nice to have a gluten free Parma. Arrived to collect and told it would be another 15 minutes at least. They were busy when we collected, so I only asked to confirm and was told 'yes, just no chips'. I should have checked it then and there but assumed he meant it was served without chips to be gluten free, which is fine. Except I got back to accommodation to discover it was literally covered in chips. When I called to clarify the gluten free status of my order, I was told that the chips weren't safe, the cheese likely spattered in oil from other things in the oven, and that if it was an issue not to eat it. That's fine, except that I was refused a refund despite the fact that the item provided was not as ordered, so I could either sacrifice my money entirely or have a gluten free pizza. Okay fine, I say. But wait... It will be two hours and I can have only margarita, no other option. And to top it off, the whole time the guy who answered the phone had to field every answer through the manager who was most unpleasant about 'special needs', obviously unclear I could hear him. Then the promised pizza finally arrived and it was decidedly average and lukewarm. The kids had standard pizzas and lasagne, neither of which were even worth finishing, lasagne had one bite and they left the rest. A most disappointing experience.

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G'DAY TIGER

3/34 Thompson Ave, Cowes VIC 3922, Australia
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Ajanta Judd
Ajanta Judd
G'Day Tiger make great gluten free tuna toasties. A little bit pricey but nice for an occasional treat

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Youki's

68 Thompson Ave, Cowes VIC 3922, Australia
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Michael Hutchison
Michael Hutchison
Reasonable Japanese style food, quick and casual dining. Ordering on a busy day is frantic and could be done better. A good menu variety and some gluten free options available. Licensed restaurant, offering Japanese beer and sakè.

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Beach HQ Restaurant & Bar Phillip Island

5/17 The Esplanade, Cowes VIC 3922, Australia
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Kim JOHNSON
Kim JOHNSON
Was a great meal and service was amazing, very friendly staff and able to cater for coeliac easily

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Fish & Chips ! Cowes General Store

181 Church St, Cowes VIC 3922, Australia
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Josh Rowe
Josh Rowe
Super tasty fish and chips. Gluten free grilled fish without flour also available. Lovely service. Can get busy at peak times. So pull up a chair and swap a story with a local or holiday maker.

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Phillip Island Coffee Co

29 Thompson Ave, Cowes VIC 3922, Australia
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Rhianne
Rhianne
Amazing coffee! Comfy seats to chill out on. So many gluten free options which is always exciting. We had the triple choc brownie and it was amazing.

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Phillip Island Brewing Co

1821 Phillip Island Rd, Cowes VIC 3922, Australia
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Bianca
Bianca
Lovely service and great food. The barramundi was Cooked perfectly and the lamb was great. Good selection of gluten free meals and great gluten free beer also available. Good kids menu

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Gullivers Wine Bar & Eatery

62-66 Thompson Ave, Cowes VIC 3922, Australia
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With a fancy menu and trained chefs, this spot is all about amazing vibes and delicious drinks that will wow you!

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Harshil Ramani
Harshil Ramani
Everything about this place is amazing.😍 they have fancy menu which you will definitely going to like ( egg benny , smash avo , bircher museli etc. ) chef’s are well trained and experienced. They care abour food safety and your dietary restrictions ( gluten free and veg/vegan options available) , coffe and smoothies 🧋🥤 are just woowwww!! Highly recommend this place. Also they have very humble staff and their service.

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