Top 38 Gluten-Free Bars to Experience in Australian Capital Territory

Trisha Benson

What a great place for lunch. Customer service is fast and very friendly, the portions were a good size and presented beautifully and tasty. Caters for Coeliacs as well. A very family-friendly place to eat.

Jacques Schroder

Went here for a casual lunch with the work mates. The pizza was excellent and there is a wide variety of different meal options. If you need it there are even gluten free options for those so inclined. The beer is really good and they have some local craft beer options. Ordering is easy and the service is quick and efficient. Food was all brought out to our table outside without too much of a wait. I would go back there for sure.

Matt Malone

Rosti is next level. Best breakfast in Canberra. Gluten free too!!

Prachi Arya

The poached chicken pasta with pesto was delicious. Thank you for making it gluten free for me too :)

Andrew Huston

Ordered take away last night for three people. They were the smallest portions I have ever come across. The plastic container was around 20% filled. The butter chicken was average. On a good note the Naan bread was very good for a gluten free bread. $91 for very small portions is only good for the waist line.

Tom

Great selection of low-gluten beers ('gluten-free' in some countries). Cool vibe and outside seating too.

Kym Russell

Great beer options, food and service. The gluten free pizza base was decent too!

Karl

Great selection of craft beers and food - with gluten free options. Staff were friendly and helpful. Always such a good vibe.

Bec S

Fantastic food in a gorgeous little garden with lovely staff. Great gluten free options.

Alex Jennings

Boy am I glad that we decided to give Bar Beirut a go. The owner is absolutely lovely and it’s clear that this restaurant is the product of love and a deep-seated passion for food. Everything is pure class - the food, the staff, the vibes. Not to mention they were awesome catering for coeliac. For meals of this quality I would honestly expect to be paying a lot more anywhere else. Dish pick of the night would have to be the lamb shank - the owner informed me that it’s his Mum’s recipe too :) Also excellent were the Kofta and the Charred Chicken. Highly recommend, we will be back!

Carolyn

Wow wow wow. What a great experience all round. The food is spectacular and they catered for my gluten allergy seamlessly. The staff were enthusiastic, helpful and very accommodating, very knowledgeable about the food and wines/cocktails. Everything was delicious and the bar has a great relaxed and hip vibe. My new favourite!

Tane Flavell

Beautiful clean friendly rooms were warm beds comfortable absolute delight topping it off the breakfast was frigging amazing my wife is gluten & dairy free and they were great in accommodating her needs.

Trish Anderson

Menus need updating . GF rating is absolutely incorrect now. Got one very sick little coeliac girl here now after eating the chips which are rated GF on the menu. Also please inform your staff. We always went there because they had some GF food on menu. However if you can’t guarantee it take the rating of your menu.

Ricki B

I booked 88MPH for a private function and it was a fantastic experience from start to finish. The options for the different food and drinks packages were clearly explained and easily customisable so I got exactlywhat I wanted without having to compromise. the menue had a wide variety with heaps of vegetarian and gluten free options and on the night all the food was delicious. The staff that worked my event were absolute professional but still fun. They kept all my guest happy and were incredibly accommodating. They deserve all the credit for my party being a night I will never forget. Thank you Max, Issy, Piper, Rory and Maia you are superstars!!

Angela Wilkinson

Fantastic spot, staff were amazing. The chefs were great and even organised gluten free waffles for us!

Ed Yan

Amazing addition to the vegan scene in Canberra but you don't have to be vegan to enjoy this place and if you are a sceptic of plant based dining then come here to be shown how good it can be. Every drink and dish is beautifully presented and oh so delicious, from the inventive cocktails to the cheese mochi dumplings, mushroom karage and of course the ramen of which there are a few choices. Great to see lots of attention to gluten free. Lovely service, too.

Cassandra Gee

Too loud. Too dark. Got our order wrong and very slow service. Good tacos but lost points due to stale shell. Tiny drinks that are 95% ice. Gluten free options available but arnt stated on the menu. I had gluten free which might be why they were stale. I probably wont go back

Jessica Pokai

Great place right by the lake, with good coffee. Looking forward to upstairs opening too. Wasn't a fan of the range of gluten free options, until the lovely chef made me some GF French toast...and now I have that every time I'm there!

Lynn Nerdal

Great service, delicious generous portions, fresh vegetables, steak perfectly medium rare. Great value for money and fabulous gluten free pizza. Our new regular eating spot! Great work everyone!

Mandy TheMagical

Great place for meeting friends and having a bite. Great friendly service and vegetarian gluten free options.

Scarlett Z

Ordered Parmesan truffle fries which were delicious and a gluten free pizza. When pizza came after eating a whole piece I realised it wasn’t gluten free and felt very ill. My partner asked the waitress if it was gluten free and she said she forgot to specify. I completely understood how that could happen I work in hospitality myself! We then waited another 25 minutes for the gf pizza. However all that was offered in compensation was a glass of sparkling! When the bill came, the pizza was not taken off the bill which I thought would have been automatic. I didn’t say anything because I was feeling so ill and just wanted to get home.

Richard Ware

I have coeliacs, We Stopped in for a drink, and checked out the menu while we were there. Menu seems ok, and they had a number of GF meals listed, however we had another appointment so i cannot comment on the foood otherwise, but we are going back.

Terris Leonis (TerrorBite)

Best gluten-free pizza I've ever had.

F Thongbai

A nice find. Has plenty of gluten free options. Easy parking close by. Good food.

maria smith

Everything about this place is so lovely. The staff are so kind, happy and helpful. The food is delicious, they cater for vegetarian and gluten free, and location is so relaxing. I can't wait to go back.

Glen Pride

The QT is a nice hotel in Canberra CBD with beautiful views of Parliament House, Lake Burley Griffin and the Black Mountain. The room I had was a good size and clean. And now the not so good things. The bed was extremely uncomfortable. The pillows worse. You're provided with two pillows to choose from, firm or soft. Both are way too high to be comfortable. I'm actually in pain and had two sleepless nights.... But the bed linen appeared clean. Service-wise, I'm not impressed. Breakfast is fine but don't expect much in the way of gluten free. I was told the gluten-free options were in the other side of the buffet... About 6 to 8 slices of drying, almost stale gluten-free bread. The end. The only means to toast said bread was covered in gluten containing bread crumbs which renders that not an option. Today (Tuesday) there were no scrambled eggs on the buffet. I gave up waiting for the chef to come out of hiding to order some eggs so no eggs for me today. Yesterday (Monday) was a public holiday so the restaurant was closed, only bar food available I was told. Now the menu for the bar is a simplified version of the restaurant menu. Some of the dishes are marked as gluten free or having a gluten free options to it for the restaurant menu. The bar version of the menu, nothing. I asked the staff about it and was flatly told there was nothing on the menu gluten free. I don't understand what the difference is. If the restaurant can make the same dish gluten-free, why can't the bar? Then there's the parking. When I first arrived I was charged $8 for less than an hour. I was then charged $60 for two days. I have no problem with the $60, I expected that but the $8? And finally there's the program they have where for each day you hang a sign on the door to not have your room cleaned you get $10. I did this and nothing. The bar staff didn't seem to know what 8 was talking about when I asked about it. At the bar I had a whisky sour. I had forgotten how much I enjoyed them... But $30! Overpriced! A cocktail like a whisky sour shouldn't be more than $15. If you're argument is your using top shelf product them you're butchering the product. QT has the potential to be a really great 4 star hotel but these need to be addressed. And the staff member who welcomed me to the hotel, I wish I got her name was lovely and friendly.

Lisa

A Must-Visit in Canberra The Inn at Edgar’s in Ainslie is an absolute must when in Canberra. My only possible complaint is there's almost too much food on the "Feed Me" menu—a classic first-world problem! After attending so often, we have started making our own selections from the a la carte menu to manage the portions that work for us. Every visit leaves me and my friends happy and satisfied, and I wholeheartedly recommend this place. Culinary Delights Everything from the menu has been incredibly tasty and well-presented, and I am a huge fan of the seafood options. Although I must admit, I was disappointed when the lamb shoulder—my absolute favourite dish—was taken off the menu. That said, the Wagyu bavette is right up there for quality and taste. The meat is always so tender! A special shout out to Kierain Venue Manager, and Executive Chef Wayne and his talented team for the unforgettable lamb shoulder served on my dad's birthday—it was truly a highlight. Ambiance and Service The ambiance is superb, with an upbeat yet not-too-noisy atmosphere. Kierain and the entire team, are always friendly and knowledgeable, offering great insights about the menu. The service is exceptional—the wait staff even know my drink order and have it ready upon arrival. Thanks, team!! They truly pay special attention to every detail, making each visit memorable. Highlights **Food Quality:** Indescribably tasty food that caters to dietary requirements with a broad range of gluten-free options. **Service:** Exceptional service from all staff members. **Beverages:** A well-selected variety of reasonably priced wines and excellent cocktails. **Ambiance:** Great atmosphere with good acoustics. Areas for Improvement The menu is consistently good, both in flavour and presentation and has been recently updated. Despite my comment about the lamb, it would be great to see this continue to keep things varied. Additionally, it would be fantastic to see more vegetable or vegetarian dishes to cater to a wider range of dietary preferences. Extra Perks Don't miss the Wakefield Bar upstairs for a pre- or post-dinner cocktail. It is also a great alternative for more casual dining with cocktails, pizzas, or small eats.As an Ainslie resident, I can confidently say that The Inn and Wakefield’s Bar and Wine Room are the best of the best. Whether you are a local or just visiting Canberra, this place is a must-visit!

Zoe C

Kids eat free Monday nights, lots of gluten free options. DJ bingo was good entertainment.

Jess Noack

Good quality meat and charcoal bbq. Reasonable pricing given Canberra standards (which is usually a bit higher). Good for gluten free options (mostly bbq) and those on lower carbohydrate diets.

Stevie Newman

Food was yummy but not many options if you are gluten free or for kids. Staff were not accomodating at all, asked if it was possible to get a pizza with ham and cheese for kids as only ham and pineapple and was told strictly no changes to the menu. Same for allergies.

Emma Corby

While there were multiple Gluten free items listed on the menu they don't have a Gluten free fryer which unfortunately stops Coeliacs from being able to order almost every Gluten free option which was disappointing.

marisa navarro

the staff are so lovely! what a beautiful experience. came for their bottomless and had such a beautiful time. super thoughtful and attentive to our coeliac as well. highly appreciated and grateful, thank you!

Janey Waterman

So to say that our dining experience last night was a disappointment is an understatement. I have celiac disease and let the staff know the moment we sat down. I was super excited as they had so many gluten free options, told me, yes, there dishes are safe for celiacs and advised they have a separate fryer for GF dishes. Entrees came out and were delicious. Mains came out, both dishes noted gluten on the menu. As I was told it was safe I didn’t think much of it, assuming that all was ok and tucked in. After having a few bites and thought better of it and asked the waiter what the meal was sitting on only to be told it was flat bread and it wasn’t gluten free! Their excuses was they were short staffed and it may have not been communicated. They never came back to check on me after the second meal was served. To all staff at Anatolia, you are dealing with people’s lives. Allergies and dietary restrictions are no joke. I have been extremely sick all day and will be for the rest of the week. We had such high hopes as the atmosphere was stunning and the service started out amazing. Please please please take more care and simply follow up.

Luke Fitzgerald

Bit pricey but has gluten-free stuff which was nice

Lorraine Shaughnessy

Love that they had a vegan AND gluten-free option!! I had the pasta with tomato sauce and veggies. Very very tasty. The service was not great. We waited 20 minutes before tracking down a server to ask for water. We had to track down a server several times for more water throughout our 2 hour dinner. The place is very lively, so good if you want a fun, relaxed environment. It is very very loud, so team dinners where you want to have a group conversation are not ideal.

Sandra Thurtell

Great range of gluten free options.

John Willenbrecht

Wide range of meal variety, gluten free if desired courteous staff a relaxing and comfy atmosphere.

William Maish

Went for dinner and a drink with friends and ordered the gluten free vegan burger (on the menu as a gluten free option, vegan burger), but was advised some time later that they can’t actually make it gluten free as the vegan patty contains gluten. Soured the experience, but plenty of other restaurants that actually provide what they advertise on their menu within a five minute drive. Wine was rather ordinary and served in a dirty glass. Will not return and unfortunately do not recommend for anyone with dietary requirements or who enjoys drinking from a clean glass.