Top 18 Gluten-Free Cafes to Delight in Brunswick

Ana Castro

Love the chicken soup but paying $3.50 for one slice of tiny gluten free bread (not gf by choice) is a little steep. Sometimes I’ve had two slices, sometimes one thick slice… sometimes grilled other times not - not consistent

Louise Camilleri

The place looks lovely enough , however value for money, absolutely NOT $75 each for 4 people , gluten free is an extra $4.00 each and you get 2 high tea tiers with 2 x savoury quiche, 2 very small pork something sliders and then another 2 raw salmon very small square sandwiches Scones x 2 on each tier, this is apparently unlimited and yet when we asked for more we were told they have to make them as we are gluten free ?????? The extremely small dessertish somethings were also only 3 x styles and two of each .. Value for money / zero and then we are politely asked to leave . Don’t bother , there are so many planes that offer this service and your money could be well spent in other places

Sailor “Sailor”

Fantastic cafe, delicious food, relaxing and cool ambience, and charming staff. We came a bit late and the kitchen was closed, but the staff were very kind and accommodated us where they could, ensuring the experience was still great. They made sure to cook our gluten free meals for our coeliacs with care, so we felt very reassured. Awesome coffee too!

Ange Sharpe

Lovely cafe wirh gluten free options. Had a lovely breakfast there.

Kelly Bartholomeusz

Had a not great experience at this cafe yesterday, which is a shame as I otherwise really love the place. Despite discussing my gluten intolerance I was given regular wheat toast (not what I had ordered) and only realised this after a couple of bites. The staff member who made the error was lovely and apologetic. When I went to settle up I paid for the meal as normal, which I didn’t think too much of it at the time, but in hindsight it occurred to me that expecting a customer to pay full price for a meal that has essentially compromised their health does not provide a strong incentive to return (nor does it give the appearance that food intolerances are taken seriously). If you are a gluten intolerant or coeliac person I would be extra-cautious when eating here.

Aaron Brenneman

project 281 in brunswick is a masterclass in how to run a cafe. the staff are ridiculously good - fast, professional, and always up for a chat. the turnover here is low, and it shows. they actually know the menu, they work like a team that has been together for years (because they have), and they are hyper-aware of food allergies. more than once, i have forgotten to ask for gluten-free, and their habit of repeating the dish when they serve it has saved me from myself. the vegan options are also numerous and delish. the food is unreal. the eggs on rice is hands-down the best value breakfast in melbourne. the breakfast benny nails that rich-but-balanced sweet spot. the gluten-free bread is so good i would order it even if i could eat the regular stuff, and you can get nearly anything on rice instead of toast anyway. the chorizo eggs with whipped feta are absolute sybaritic luxury, and then there is the steak sanger - even if you’ve had it before, it still manages to surprise you. the human brain cannot fully hold the memory of that sandwich, so every time feels like the first. the space itself is stunning - open and airy without feeling cavernous, brutalistically beautiful, full of big, fat, stupidly healthy plants. when it is raining, it is magic: all that glass, all that concrete, and the sound of rain pounding the roof while you chew contentedly. there is also a courtyard area, perfect for a sunny brunch or a quiet moment with a coffee. tucked away but still part of the action, it has that rare balance of being open yet intimate. and the coffee? obviously, it is good, this is brunswick, but project 281 roasts their own beans in-house, and you can taste it. smooth, rich, never bitter. so good, i always get a second cup, sometimes decaf, just to prove to myself it is not the caffeine talking. the location is also bonza. right off sydney road, a hop, skip, no need to jump from the number 19 tram. two minutes from brunswick station. and if you are driving, there is cheeky parking at woolies across the street. if you want a cafe that gets everything right - staff, food, coffee, atmosphere - this is it.

bronwen fletcher

Delicious pizzas including gluten free bases; fantastic variety Great range of cocktails and friendly service

Victoria Marsh

One of my fav breakfast spots in Melbourne. I would cross the city in peak hour traffic for their gluten free, vegan avocado toast. Chai latte is always good too. Staff are lovely, ambiance is really cool. Have never tried anything else and I couldn’t be happier. Will be back soon!!

John Raberaba

Gluten free options and a different twist on the standard cafe fare. Maybe just a bit pricey for the more basic offerings but value otherwise.

d Spit

Great food and coffee. Lots of gluten free options.

Abigail Pruijmboom

Amazing coffee, people and atmosphere. The Vegan and Gluten free muffins are must!

Isaac Webb

Best gluten free muffins I have ever had by far

Mathilde Chagneaud

So happy to have found this vegan place. I had a lovely coffee and a take away gluten free savoury tart as well as a mushroom toastie. Delicious food and gorgeous atmosphere. Finally the music was great. Highly recommend.

Jayne Watts

It's always the first place I go when arriving in Melbourne to get my fix. Fresh and delicious, CHEAP, something for everyone even GLUTEN FREE choices which is unheard of at most bakeries as well as many vegan options. Busy busy but don't let that put you off, order is ready in no time. Make sure you try cheese pie and spinach triangle, argh missing them already 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

Jen Jewel Brown

Love this bar, specialising in gins and good service, with heating outside on a cold night to warm good company in a covid-safe manner in a pretty laneway space tucked away from Sydney Road. The vegetarian gluten free platter went so well with a great expresso martini. Vegan chocolate blocks on the menu too! Prices quite reasonable.

Patrick Leahy

Delicious breakfast food for a good price! Nice location and friendly staff. The halloumi toastie was a delicious cacophony of sweet and savoury that delights the taste buds with every bite. Chorizo toastie was everything you could every want with generous servings of cheese. Gluten free options available which is always a plus.

F. Swan

Very fun place to go for Dutchies and non-Dutchies. Great food, good service. They sell some Dutch pantry staples as well (drop, hagelslag, kruidkoek…). There are gluten free options available. I’ve shared the Bitterballen and Kapsalon. Also enjoyed the Frikandel Speciaal and Patatje Oorlog. They have a very good range of Belgian and Dutch beers. Last time I visited they had Delirium on tap. Non-alcoholic options available too.

Paula Phillips

Great coffee, incredible toasted cheese sandwiches. My fave is the mushroom one 😋. They offer delish GF bread and do all that they can to keep coeliac's safe. Love coming here to my local.