Top 27 Gluten-Free Bars to Experience in Waikato

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

Plateau Bar + Eatery

64 Tūwharetoa Street, Taupō 3330, New Zealand
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Expect a delightful culinary experience with creative flavor pairings, a diverse menu, and a great vibe perfect for a nice night out.

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Kathryn Gilbert
Kathryn Gilbert
Almost everything is gluten free. great food and cocktails.

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Victoria's Cafe Kitchen Bar

127 Tongariro Street, Taupō 3330, New Zealand
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A bustling spot known for quick service and delicious options, perfect for families, with plenty of dietary accommodations.

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Morgane Guillez
Morgane Guillez
Very good family address for a quick lunch. We choose from the window what we want, there are raw, gluten-free, and healthy alternatives even for children. Warm and kids friendly atmosphere (games available).

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The Thirsty Weta Bar & Eatery

57 Maniapoto Street, Otorohanga 3900, New Zealand
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Enjoy a vibrant atmosphere with a diverse menu and great deals on desserts, especially during Sweet Tooth Tuesday!

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Aisling Donnelly
Aisling Donnelly
Nice selection of food, lovely staff and inviting local atmosphere. Good veggie and gluten-free options, too!

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Cafe Melbourne

715 Pollen Street, Thames 3500, New Zealand
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Celebrate special moments in a vibrant, spacious spot known for its delicious and varied offerings, perfect for a casual outing with friends.

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David Reynolds
David Reynolds
We had a great meal at Cafe Melbourne. Food, service, coffee and atmosphere were all 5 star. Many gluten free and plant based options . I definitely recommend this place.

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Onyx Cambridge

70 Alpha Street, Cambridge 3434, New Zealand
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Enjoy a cozy vibe with diverse options and a focus on inclusivity for various dietary needs, perfect for gatherings and casual visits.

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Nickie Dove
Nickie Dove
Has been my favourite restaurant for several years. However the menu has changed and there is little I can eat now or would enjoy eating. Kumura rostis have gone. No kumura pizza now. Rarely any gluten free vegetarian soups or other dishes.

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The Cook

7 Cook Street, Hamilton East, Hamilton 3216, New Zealand
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Ideal for families, this spot offers cozy booths, fun coloring sheets for kids, and a lively atmosphere that makes dining enjoyable for all!

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Nicola Price-Johnson
Nicola Price-Johnson
We took our young family out for our first restaurant meal together ever. Our table had been booked where requested (out of the way, in a booth so not to worry others) and we were greeted by staff. The wait staff were able to inform me of meals that could be adapted for dietary requirements, and they also gave the kids colouring sheets and crayons to keep them occupied. Despite my youngest getting up and spying on the kitchen staff, they still played along with her and gave her the attention she wanted 😅 The food was incredible, can highly recommend a gluten free pizza there. The base was really tasty which is hard to find. The kids meals were great too, had everything they wanted. Highly recommend going there for a family meal. Great prices too. Thanks for a really cool experience.

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Woodlands Garden Grove Cafe & Bar

42 Whitikahu Road, Taupiri 3791, New Zealand
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Relax in a sunny spot with amazing coffee, plenty of options for everyone, and a vibe perfect for families and pets.

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Hannah Lang
Hannah Lang
Super friendly knowledgeable staff, seperate fryer. Had my first gf crepes since going gluten free. Bare in mind some of the dishes are rather small especially if you take things out such as bacon. Will be back

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Stables on Alpha

72 Alpha Street, Cambridge 3434, New Zealand
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Enjoy a vibrant atmosphere with a dedicated kids' playroom and fantastic service, making it perfect for family outings.

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Karen Read
Karen Read
Excellent service, great food options, gluten free 5 stars nice wine

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Paeroa Cafe, Bar & Brasserie

2 Seymour Street, Paeroa 3600, New Zealand
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Enjoy a vibrant atmosphere with unique seating options and clean facilities, perfect for relaxing with friends or grabbing a coffee.

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Russell Gibson
Russell Gibson
Lovely place to have a meal or just a snack. Atmosphere is great with very clean surroundings. Pleasant staff and understanding of your needs as I am Coeliac. All in all a lovely place to entertain your friends or just to stop off for a coffee.

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The Public Office

10 Orchard West Road, Ngatea 3503, New Zealand
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Stumbling upon this gem means enjoying a vibrant atmosphere, generous portions, and standout decor that elevates the whole experience.

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Jake Preston-Marshall
Jake Preston-Marshall
Lovely meal, and they catered well to our coeliac daughter. Good to have some cheaper options. Friendly service too.

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Five Stags Leamington Tavern

9 Campbell Street, Leamington, Cambridge 3432, New Zealand
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Experience a vibrant dining spot with a unique volcanic rock plate and a fantastic selection, perfect for a delightful meal.

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Leanne M
Leanne M
We had the loveliest waitress here. Super helpful and knowledgeable about dietary needs (coeliac). Great range of GF adaptable options. The volcanic rock plate was a novelty and the steak was cooked to perfection (if I say so myself 😉). We are travelling, but if I was a local, I'd eat here often.

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Iguana Street Bar & Restaurant

203 Victoria Street, Hamilton Central, Hamilton 3204, New Zealand
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Liam Meeske
Liam Meeske
Unfortunately, my first experience at Iguana was quite disappointing. Different staff were saying different things regarding food with dietary requirements. After making it very clear that she was gluten free and dairy free, they brought her a dish that contained gluten. After a short while they came rushing back, but some of the food had already been eaten. A couple weeks later (today), I phoned and asked if they were doing takeaways. A staff member assured me that I could order food and takeaway (as they were fully booked). 30 minutes later, I phoned again to order and another person said that they weren’t doing takeaways. The manager wouldn’t speak with me over the phone and eventually the staff member said, “sorry there was a misunderstanding, it’s too busy to do takeaways”. It’s a shame that their ribs are actually really good, but their service is quite poor.

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The District Cafe / Bar / Eatery

19 Home Straight, Te Rapa, Hamilton 3200, New Zealand
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Reda_Katz
Awesome cafe. Not too many gluten-free cabinet options. But they have amazing gluten-free savory muffins. They also have gluten-free menu options, which include some lovely crepes

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Gastronomics Restaurant Cafe & Bar

428-430 Pollen Street, Thames 3500, New Zealand
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Jai Wylie
Jai Wylie
Absolutely delicious. Catered beautifully for gluten free, dairy free and even had a dessert option to suit. My husband had the tiger prawns and I had the eye fillet. Both were delicious. Highly recommend.

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Merchant of Matamata

44 Broadway, Matamata 3400, New Zealand
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A cozy spot with a lively pool table, perfect for hanging out and enjoying quality time with loved ones while sipping on refreshing drinks.

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Andrew Bucknell
Andrew Bucknell
Pretty small serving on gluten and dairy free stuff. But other than that was great.

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House on Hood

27 Hood Street, Hamilton Central, Hamilton 3204, New Zealand
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Kate May
Kate May
Was a great atmosphere, the service was good and the pizza was so yummy. Great wait staff kept the bubbles adequately topped up! Gluten-free was accommodated.

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Smith & McKenzie Steak House

13 Lynden Court, Chartwell, Hamilton 3210, New Zealand
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This spot is a dietary haven with unique safe options and a tech-savvy ordering system, making it a must-visit for those with restrictions.

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Geraldine Wong
Geraldine Wong
We’re so grateful for this celiac-safe haven with angels like Millie W. Thanks for going the extra mile to care for those with dietary restrictions.

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Waikino Hotel

8541 State Highway 2, Waikino 3682, New Zealand
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Daniel Barry
Daniel Barry
This place does the best freaking burgers, honestly the food is so delicious! We drive quite a long ways just to stop and have some good food here! So thrilled the do a gluten free option too!

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Mole & Chicken

40 Taharepa Road, Hilltop, Taupō 3330, New Zealand
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Richard Passey
Richard Passey
Fantastic food and exceptional service as gluten free intolerant. Waitress checked to confirm no gluten. Will certainly return

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The Riv Sports Bar

Shop 9, 20 Clyde St, Clyde shopping center, Clyde Street, Hamilton East, Hamilton 3216, New Zealand
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Christopher Neilson
Christopher Neilson
Friendly helpful enjoyable staff and the boss is a down to earth person , great vegetarian and gluten free & real food to boot.

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Alpha Street Kitchen & Bar

47 Alpha Street, Cambridge 3434, New Zealand
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Great spot with impressive variety, deliciously plated dishes, and tempting desserts that exceeded expectations.

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Tracey Tordoff
Tracey Tordoff
Had a fabulous meal last night for an early mother's day, and food was on point, delicious, plated well and served by a waitress who was easy and made our night enjoyable. With a gluten intolerant family member it was so amazing to have choice on the menu not just the one option!!!! Desert was loved too. Thank you

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Tieke Golf Estate

48PW+VR Ōhaupō, Waikato, New Zealand
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Lee Sutton
Lee Sutton
Great food with gluten-free options. Staff were friendly and helpful.

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The Wharf Kitchen and Bar

43 Rose Street, Raglan 3225, New Zealand
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Peter Fredatovich
Peter Fredatovich
The owner is super friendly, and made us feel very welcome. Very accommodating for our celiac guests, even baking fries and making patties from scratch. Food was scrumptious and reasonably priced. Highly recommend 👌

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Tūrangi Tavern

277 Te Rangitautahanga Road, Tūrangi 3334, New Zealand
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Blingadingafling
Blingadingafling
Great food, and great service. Amazingly cheap prices for delicious food, that look amazing and taste even better. Never had a bad meal. They also have a great selection of different foods including vegan friendly and gluten free foods. A personal favourite of mine is the big beef burger with a side of aloli for the chips. The atmosphere is very relaxed. While it is a pub, the pokies are hidden and out of way in a corner, there are pool tables and dart boards. There is a TAB and a nice warm fire place.

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Storyteller Eatery & Bar

221 Mahoe Street, Te Awamutu 3800, New Zealand
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A stylish and relaxed venue with a vibrant atmosphere that's perfect for events and offers a superb experience all around.

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Deb
Deb
Attended a function here on the weekend. The food was amazing and they they catered for my coeliac daughter easily, she was so stoked! A relaxed but efficient bar manager set a great vibe and the staff were fab!

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The Mercury Room

1/15 Hood Street, Hamilton Central, Hamilton 3204, New Zealand
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Reda_Katz
This place is my favorite cocktail bar. The drinks are creative, the owner and staff are incredibly friendly, and there is a selection of food that careers to the gluten free.

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