Top 50 Gluten-Free Breakfast Spots to Delight in Hamilton

Jason Fowler

Great place for brunch! Gluten free is a huge plus if you or your partner (in my case) are celiac.

jagpreet singh

Gluten free food !

kimee De

Burgers are so good , Gluten free bun . French fries are very good

LlamaLlamaDadPajama

We parked down the street in a parking lot that only accepted coins. $2/hr. (No cards accepted only coins) When you first step foot in the door it's like being punched in the nose by an old moldy cloth. 🤢 Needless to say, we stuck around because we heard that that pop punk band 'Accident Prone' from the early 2000s has been seen there. 🤘 The staff are the cool kids you jammed with in school. Friendly enough and didn't seem to mind catering to our dietary restrictions of dairy-free and gluten-free. They were very accommodating. If you are looking for Root Beer here, you won't find it. It's only Pepsi products (and even though Pepsi makes root beer, they didn't have it lol!) The BEST thing about this visit.... APORKALYPSE NOW BURGER AND SWEET POTATO FRIES!!!!! I still dream of this pork on pork product. There is nothing as good as this. The burger patty is delicious, it's topped with regular bacon that was the perfect crisp and if that wasn't enough it was topped with chunky double smoked bacon (which I hope to be buried with one day). I swapped my provolone for vegan cheese (for those with broken bellies like me) And, if that wasn't enough.... they slather this little piggy in horseradish mayo!! Like what the funk?!? Who thinks of such a glorious burger lube?!? Bottle that and sell it, you'd make a killing!! I swapped the standard fries for sweet potato fries that came with a tasty dip and it was a match made on the farm! I am STOKED that we stayed, that burger was like nothing I have ever eaten before. Thank you to whoever created it! It was simply gorgeous. I hope to be back someday to enjoy that morsel once more!

Sierra

We used to come here all the time - and it was great. Then last year we went and I noticed the gluten free pizza did not taste the same as it had. Took a break from Caro, then decided to give it another go, and it is disgusting. The gluten free dough *was* the best in the city (I’ve been gluten free for 10 years and tried many places), and it appears they changed the dough. Not sure why they would change it because the last 2 times it has been horrible. Couldn’t even finish a slice. Very disappointing! Will not be returning, and I no longer will be recommending Caro as a gluten free option

Karen Riddiford

We have eaten weekend breakfast here on many occasions. The gluten free waffles are the best I've ever tasted. The coffee is great. The service is friendly. The seating is tight but worth the wait on a busy day.

Ben Switzer

Amazing gluten free crust. It’s not pretty, but the flavour is great. Rare to be able to enjoy an authentic pizza with GF crust that doesn’t make you wanna cry. Great spot - would recommend to anyone. Oh and also, loved the music. Nice indie playlist at a reasonable volume that had me feeling super chill, and even bobbing my head. Thank goodness no overloud top 40 🙌

Leanne Gilbert

I have to eat gluten free as I'm celiac & family members kindly picked me up some GF morning glory muffins from Paisley Cafe to try. Wow...best GF muffin I've ever had!!! I will be making the 45 minute drive to see them soon (& I suspect often!) to hopefully get more muffins & try whatever other GF delights they have! I wish I still worked at McMaster University so I could visit them every day!! :-) **Update - visited in person - do be careful if celiac as server used same tongs on regular gluteny treats on the GF treats. I didn't notice the tongs weren't fresh until midway through server packing up my goodies & I ended up having to give away $30 worth of treats as I couldn't eat them. My bad, I should have asked server to use fresh tongs when I ordered.

Logan O'Hara

The sweetest staff ever!! I always feel so welcome at Mulberry :) the salty vegan cookie and cinnamon bun latte are a must. I wouldn't recommend for celiacs, but they have an awesome gf banana bread for those with an intolerance!

william wallace

We travelled 2 hours to eat dinner here. Destination choice. Us and our friends (4 top) The dining room was busy, loud and full of laughter. The Kitchen was on a lull when we sat down for our 7 pm table, as we had a front row seat to see what they are up to. What they are "up to" is a LOT. As is the whole restaurant. Great greeting at the door, good well timed and solid service by the whole team, table visit from the Manager to say hello and chat for a minute. Very well made drinks, good wine selection by the glass, big tables, nice big chairs. Details. They have these covered. As the second rush hit, and the Kitchen crew was heading into what I know was the second stretch of service in a 10+ hour day, they did not let up. All of the parts of the dishes we ordered had their full attention. The salad, venison carpaccio and squash fritters were delicious, proportional and looked fantastic. The frites on the burger and flat iron steak (both cooked as ordered, delicious and served hot) were crisp and seasoned. The gnocchi was so good my wife purposefully did not finish so she could take some home to have the next day and my duck leg had crispy skin, soft delicious meat and slightly textured cabbage, with potatoes, proper lardons and a balance of tart mustard. There was dessert too after all of that great food, a smooth and full-of-real-vanilla-bean brulee and a light lemon tart. Espresso martinis after the meal instead of coffee. I am a full blown celiac diner who understands that there will be dishes that I just cannot have and yet I had numerous menu choices as well as un-requested thoughtful additions provided (gluten free crackers for my carpaccio) This is a restaurant business that you can go to knowing that all of the people that are here are working to put out the very best over-all experience they can, and have been doing so for the past several years. In a changing time of eating out and deciding where to go and what to get, my wife put it perfectly - "Go somewhere that can exceed your expectations" The French does just that.

Madison Deppe

Everything here is 11/10. Definitely get the salmon sushi and then watch yourself want a second one. Fries are a must. The PB espresso martini is painfully good. And they are exceptional at managing celiac/gluten intolerance. Great every time - thank you guys!

Eugene Boron

Great place my wife is gluten free and they served us a great breakfast i like the button system for the less fortunate we donated $10 today toward it keep up the good wor

Dawn Stowell

ALL their waffles are GF gluten free by default. Default was never so delicious as this! The Belgium Waffles had a perfect texture with a buttery moist chewy yet delicate airy interior and a crispy golden exterior. You can't make them better than this! Yum!! Thank you for sharing your talent 🙏

Andrea Ziedenberg

I would give this place a million stars if I could. Incredibly kind and friendly staff. Food was excellent AND so gluten free friendly. Being celiac usually means I have to skip home fries and toast but not here! We had egg, bacon, toast, home fries and the breakfast BLT made gluten free. Highly recommend. If I’m ever back in Hamilton I will be going here!

Heather Pease

A funky vibe with a good retro decor. The service was excellent, especially dealing with allergies. For gluten free, everything except the pancakes/french toast is either gf or can be made gf. Great cocktails too. Try the brussel sprouts dishes!

Lucia Norma Di Pietro

Julia was our server she was so friendly and knew facts about gluten free very helpful and attentive

Martha Pickett

Great service from Brooke, who went out of her way to accommodate our needs (gluten free). Fast and friendly!!

Fiorel Tuli

The food here is fantastic, They have fresh authentic mexican dishes with many options including gluten free an extensive dedicated vegan/vegetarian menu which is not common for most mexican restaurants! I tried the tacos and they were fresh, tasty and came with authetic dips, birria juice and authentic mexican spice dip, They also had amazing fresh juices like strawberries berry and mango and much more The service was very friendly and fast, I will highly recommend!

Brenda Beazley

First visit for brunch with friends and it was very disappointing...no coffee because their coffee machine was not working. The menu and reservation form indicates they have gluten free options and yet they had no gluten free bread/buns, so my eggs benny came without an English muffin. Overall, not a great experience.

David Rienties

Breakfast was amazing. Our server Melissa was excellent. Service was fast and friendly, food was delicious. They have gluten-free options for breakfast and the restaurant and washrooms are accessible friendly Definitely recommend to give this place a try.

Kaitlyn Moore

Went out for a girls night with some delicious pasta and wine. I was very grateful that they have a gluten free pasta option. Still looking for more options that are not seafood as I don't eat seafood, but it was nice to be able to eat at a mainly gluten filled restaurant knowing there was an option I had to eat. I got the gluten free pasta with the pomodoro sauce and started with the ceci salad.

Herb Lochbihler

Clean, well managed and good value for the money. I like my pork not so well done but I understand that restaurants have to be cautious and not everyone likes pork on the pink side. The portions were good and they have gluten free rice-based pasta that my wife enjoyed. They even had GF bread to make a garlic toast! We each had a drink and found them to be reasonably priced too. So many establishments are gouging on that element now. We weren't expecting much from initial impressions but we ended up pleasantly surprised and would definitely go back if opportunity presented it.

Deborah Vandenberg

Ancaster pur and Simple. Mariana served us and was very knowledgeable about celiac and cross contamination. It was much appreciated. She was so friendly and e never felt rushed. Food was hot when served and delicious!!

Julie Poitras

I had a lovely meal at Cora’s restaurant in Hamilton at the Upper James St location. The server Stephanie was very friendly and gave great service. The meal was delicious, the fruit was sweet and fresh, and the omelette was hot and flavourful. I especially appreciate having gluten free meal options that are satisfying and filling. For those who require gluten free meals, I ordered the Gigi omelette with gluten free toast and fresh fruit. As a treat, I added a side of bacon. Come in and try this meal. You won’t regret it.

JenJen C

Food was meh this time. Wings were tough, rubbery. Fries were not crispy. What's wrong with the blue cheese dip? It's the oddest grey colour. Potato skins were alright. I do like that there's a gluten free fryer and a few decent options for gluten free "pub fare" but this time we were underwhelmed. We probably sont hurry back.

Liz K

My Fiancee and I tried this place for the first time, and I have no idea how I didn't know about this place before. Their food is the epitome of comfort food. I had their specialty, the Original Vegan Pizza Pocket, and if you can't already tell by the picture it was the size of my hand stretched out and as heavy as a loaf of gluten-free bread. Absolutely stuffed with cheese and pepperoni, the crust is flaky and absolutely divine. They have some gluten-free things on their menu, including deserts and some tasty salads, but if GF isn't something you need they have an extensive menu for any vegan to be excited about. I'll be dreaming about having this pizza pocket again, I will absolutely go back to get another!

Dawn Stowell

Exceptional customer service in all aspects. Waitress took my dietary concern very seriously and addressed the kitchen staff with it. My issue concerning their strawberry cheesecake gluten free dessert was very competently resolved and I needn't have been so worried. Much thanks 🙏 to all for making my experience very enjoyable and health conscious too.

Lep Laby

On the way home, I found a shop that sold Montreal-style bagels, so I went there. It looked like a Montreal bagel, so I had high expectations. There were gluten-free bagels, but they were only available frozen. But I'm happy. It won't taste good unless you warm it up, so I'll have to wait until I get home. Warm up a little and toast. It was too different to compare to what I ate in Montreal. There is no sweetness. The gluten-free version uses rice flour, tapioca starch, potato starch, etc., so the dough is chewy. Thank you for making it gluten-free.

Dawn Stowell

Very yummy... I'm thoroughly enjoying their economically priced gluten-free brownies.

Jessica Roberts

My bridesmaids planned my bridal shower at The Apartment at the Aberdeen Tavern this past weekend, and they couldn’t have picked a more perfect space! The venue on the second floor is absolutely gorgeous and bright with beautiful big wood harvest tables. It fit our group of 22 perfectly, and the brunch buffet looked AND tasted amazing! The vegan, vegetarian and gluten free guests were SO impressed with the meals they got, and the presentation was beautiful. Our server/hostess, Sherry, was awesome and made the experience even better. I would absolutely recommend this space for any event, and I will definitely be back soon to try out the restaurant!

Steve Dyck

Our niece planned their wedding at the Ancaster Mill Chapel and reception in the Mill. It was spectacular. For sure the bride and groom were so thoughtful in their selections but the Mill delivered. The location is beautiful with the mill stream and stone work stairs. The staff we kind, busy making our event special- the staff were happy to be there and knew how to support a good party. The food - excellent., complimentary the chef/kitchen team, you should be proud of your skill and care. I enjoyed the hors d’Oeuvres - several gluten free options all scrumptious. At the meal the salad was a feature- seeds and glazed walnuts, pomegranate seeds fresh green with a roasted squash base - wow. I had the prime rib. Again it was a treat. We had a great time. Thank you!

Kathy Fader

Great gluten free options delicious

Li p

The service was ok, server looked like she wasn't very happy, forced smile.. Let's talk about the food, my child's grill cheese was burnt, had to send it back, but got a replacement but that was even worse, not very happy my child was looking at us while we were eating, Chicken porteblo mushroom, the chicken was so dry and crusty, hardly any gravy sauce.. The steak was ok, but no steak knife instead I used the regular knife.. I had a gluten allergy, I had the chicken med with chickpea again the chicken was burnt on the other side and I guess the cook tried to hide it... Very disappointed with the service, food, and no smiles... Will not return.. I wanted to ask for a refund..

Shivana Yoga

Super delicious food. Healthy and clean. Vegan and gluten free friendly. I highly recommend the Green Bar.

Endless Rats

No matter where I go across Ontario, I cannot find Café Oranje's equal. The staff, the atmosphere, the coffee, the food... There is no comparison. I am delighted each and every time I visit. If you are gluten-sensitive, there are always wheat-free options aplenty and their muffins are some of the best I have had in a long time. There is also gluten-free bread available if you want to get into any of their robust selection of sandwiches. And to any fans of oat milk, there is Earth's Own Barrista-style oat milk available. The coffee is excellent - fans of black coffee, rejoice. It needs nothing added to be enjoyed to it's fullest. I simply tend to order lattes as a matter of preference. The store is always clean and welcoming with an atmosphere that delights in clever simplicity. The owner reflects these values with her personable, easy wit, and her staff are always professional and courteous. I'm incredibly socially awkward and still, I find everyone who works here is really easy to talk to. I am also sound sensitive but never feel the need to drown out noise here. Guests trend towards intelligent or pleasant conversation at a reasonable volume, and that over the sound of smooth jazz or lo-fi beats makes for pleasant background noise. If you are someone who likes to work at the café, I have been using the space to draw and work on commission illustrations and have found it very easy to focus and get a lot done here. The front door is a little small and heavy, but the staff are super courteous and if you think you will have any trouble with it, flag them down and they will absolutely help you. It's worth noting for the sake of accessibility as well, the bathroom is a rather small single-person room that requires you to ascend about two or three steps. As a result of the size and age of the building, there is no wheelchair accessibility. The store is very lgbtq2+ friendly! I was asked for my pronouns (for context, I use they/them) and they have been well respected ever since. All in all, I love this café. It is easily my favourite in the province. I am moving away soon, so I will dearly miss it. But I hope that it will continue to thrive so that whenever I visit Hamilton, I can stop by for a while.

Janet Woitowicz

Anjali and Raj very friendly, very thoughtful in regards to my order which I needed gluten free bread for sub as well as they made me some garlic bread and a Mediterranean salad which was so fresh and delicious. Thank you Jan

Kristina Klobucar

We hosted our wedding at The Diplomat and everything was incredible! Our event coordinator, Kyla, was super helpful throughout the whole planning process and answered all of our questions promptly. The restaurant is beautiful and required such minimal decor. The staff working the event made everything run so smoothly, from set up, to cocktail hour, to dinner service. The servers were amazing. The bartenders are so talented and our guests loved the cocktails. All of the food was DELICIOUS! Our favourite canapés were the fried halloumi and the chili chicken. The braised beef was to die for. There were vegan and gluten free options for our guests with dietary restrictions. Our guests raved about the food! I would highly recommend The Diplomat for hosting events!

Hannah Vandervelde

My partner and I frequently dine here for Sunday brunch. We always enjoy the tasty food, the pleasant service, and the relaxed atmosphere. Deb was our server today and she was lovely. I appreciate that they have a gluten-free toast option for us GF folk.

Shelley O

Delicious! With Gluten Free options as well!

Sydney Shepherd

Amazing food! Amazing service! So good with my gluten allergy. New fav spot

Meghan Lefebvre

Could do with more variety of options for the brunch, it was a lot of eggs Benedict which is not my jam. But I enjoyed what I did get. Would also suggest adding turkey bacon and gluten free options to really elevate. Service was adequate, atmosphere was really cool. 👌

Hamont Reviewer

Dirty South on Concession: Delicious Comfort Food with Options for All The Dirty South on Concession Street offers a diverse menu of Southern comfort food with something for everyone, including vegetarian and vegan options. The staff is friendly and helpful, and the pricing is reasonable, especially for drinks. Highlights: Gluten-free menu: Impressive selection of gluten-free dishes, including sandwiches and poutine. Delicious food: Well-proportioned sandwiches, particularly the fried chicken options, are flavorful and satisfying. Pulled pork sandwich and poutine are also recommended. Separate fryer for fries and nachos for gluten free! Variety: Diverse menu caters to various dietary preferences, including vegetarian and vegan. Things to consider: Size: The restaurant is small and can get crowded. Finding a seat is usually manageable, but be prepared for potential wait times. Parking: Street parking in the area is paid. Overall: The Dirty South on Concession is a great choice for a delicious and satisfying meal. The diverse menu, friendly staff, and reasonable prices make it a worthwhile visit. If you're looking for Southern comfort food in upper Hamilton, be sure to check it out!

adriana hamelin

We were 2 couples and we started with table side Mimosa + Macaron Bar. As my husband and I eat gluten free and dairy free , we ordered the chocolate heaven at the same time as the mimosas. Our friends were really enjoying the 6 macaron they got, 3 different flavors and they loved them. We got our cake and devoured it. It was absolutely delicious. I was in heaven😋 our friends tried it and they thought it was yummy as well. I recommend eating dessert before as we were full after our breakfast. They don't always have GF buns, but they did that day and that made me extra happy. The avocado toastado and the vintage breakfast were equally good. Can't wait to return to Hamilton to go back. It's well worth it. Thank you. Also, we want to go in the evening as it seems very fun and the space looks great.

T D

Great food and great service. A nice variety of healthy food and comfort food with many gluten free options and low calorie deserts.

Andrés Gómez

I love to visit this place with my dog. There's always friendly people and dogs. The food is great. They also have gluten-free options.

Melissa Alexander

One of my favourite brunch spots - happy to be back eating a gluten-free clubhouse again. Great friendly service and tasty food.

Jill Mezenberg

one of my favourite places to eat in Hamilton! very reasonably priced, great options for people with dietary restrictions (dairy free, gluten free, vegetarian, etc.) the best part is that you can play one of their board games while you wait if you ask your server!

Mila Sobin

Ordered delivery. Everything went really well. Thank you. You may want to add gluten-free bread to the options.

JenJen C

Food court location at Centre Mall. Nice sized gluten free wrap! Server got the wrap from the back and made sure that it was completely safe and covered between parchment sheets before grilling. Appreciated the care taken to make sure my food was GF and safe. Tasted good! Didn't fall apart until the very last couple of bites! I'd get that again for sure.

A G

My husband and I use to live near this location, and still will drive two exits down the road to come here (despite now living across the street from a Pita Pit). You can tell the owner here really takes pride in this restaurant. Facility is clean, staff are friendly, and this is one of very few Pita Pit locations that does an excellent job wrapping the gluten free pita (which I know is not easy to work with!). Hands down the best Pita Pit location we've ever been to.