Top 10 Gluten-Free Cafes to Enjoy in Vancouver

Cassie D

Wow and yum and 🤤🤤🤤 Best part of our trip to Vancouver!! And the staff are so delightful🥰

A. Johnsen

My favorite place to go every time I visit Vancouver. It’s one of the best gluten free bakeries I know (and I like to visit lots of gluten free bakeries)

S L (Friend)

Gluten-free specialty store. I was very satisfied with the taste, which didn't feel like it was gluten-free. The employees are kind and it's a recommended place. Some people can also speak Korean.

Morgan A.

Solid 5 stars!!! EVERYTHING is gluten free. The cafe is beautiful and so zen. I got a green onion & cheddar scone and was recommended the blueberry apple crumble muffin. Delicious!

danisa

Fave gluten free bakery in Kits. The turkey & cheese croissant is a favorite. Alongside their paninis and sweet baked goods. I enjoy stopping here for takeout to bring to the beach for a morning breakfast or late lunch.

Lambda Faun

This is a completely unprecedented gluten-free haven. The last time I had a gluten free pizza, it was getting close to 40$ for one small one. Here, I paid 20$ and could hardly finish it I was so full (and I'm 150 KG). Loaded with flavour and protein, and as a bonus it was keto. I had a gluten-free keto tiramisu, and it was everything you could possibly ask for from a tiramisu. Perfect. This place is a must-see for anyone following a gluten free, keto, or really any alternative diet. As a celiac of 16 years, this place has my blessing.

Dan Ket

And it’s a great short walk to GM or BC Place

Amanda Redpath

BEST gluten free bread I’ve ever had! It was a soft, fluffy focaccia and as a celiac, I actually had to double check with the server that it was GF. We stopped here for happy hour before meeting friends for dinner and I am so glad we did! The staff accommodated our large group on the patio with ease, drinks were great and the food was amazing! We will definitely be back!

J

Ordered a few gluten free cakes from vegan bakery Edible Flours. - Green velvet ($60.00 for 6" GF) - best of the three. Decent matcha flavour - Raspalicious ($60.00 for 6" GF) - texture lacking, mute flavour. Wanted more raspberry - S'mores ($60.00 for 6" GF) - bland EF's cakes are nowhere close to the quality of the other, better GF bakeries in town.

Becca

This place was great! As someone with celiac disease, it was so nice to know everything was 100% gluten free, and my non celiac fiance loved the bowl he got too. I had the regular size porchetta with honey mustard, rice pilaf and garden salad and it was delicious and the perfect portion. Will 100% go back next time I am in the city! But do note, there is no bathroom so make sure to not wait until you get to the restaurant like I did, assuming there would be one lol.

Kirsten

Absolutely amazing experience 😍 the injera was perfectly soft and fluffy. And the gluten free version was even better! The Yebeg wot and th vegetarian wots were delectable! The lentil with tomatoes sauce was my favorite 🤤 And the servers were so sweet! They're so attentive and friendly. They gave us scooping spoons to help scoop up the leftovers. Would definitely come back and bringing my friends. More people need to try Ethiopian food!

Brooks Nicols

Delicious vegetarian menu including several signature concoctions and several dishes which are also gluten free, or vegan or vegan option. Every food dish is healthy here. At least everything here is served with healthy intent. I only say this because they do serve beer and wine also.

Matthew R

Very serious caffeine. And when you combine it with doughnuts it’s an unbeatable combination. They even have some gluten-free varieties.

Alastair Leigh

Absolutely delicious food. Still have all of the old favorites, with some new delicious additions. Personally still enjoy their old vegetarian dishes more, but their new dishes are great as well. I have it in my rotation to have. They clearly mark the gluten free options, and the food are all flavored delicately, good for people who prefer a healthier, lighter twist of Vietnamese food. Their banhmi was delicious, definitely one of the best ive had. Not sure about authenticity but the meat was seasoned and cooked perfectly, and the bread was great. I probably won't order it too often though because I found it to be a bit too expensive for the price - but I'll order it as a treat every once in awhile.

Maryann Burke

Jemma Lee

Had the BLT bagel it was stacked with bacon and great value, DELICIOUS! Loved the mayo/sauces and guac it had on it! Espresso drinks have minimal sweetness which is nice. Quite impressed with the food and drink I enjoyed here today. Also loved the gluten free options. The service was wonderful. Looking forward to summer mornings on the patio with my dogs. Will definitely be back again and again!

chloe kf

Amazing service, ambiance & food! Accommodated gluten free so well! Very cozy! Great drinks also!

S. “Linear” R.

Phenomenal Italian food. The seafood risotto is out of this world. Add to the fact this restaurant has many gluten free options this is truly a hidden gem of Vancouver

Madison

I love the work out classes, and LOVE that they have so many vegan and gluten free pastries.

Meaghen

So many vegan (and gluten free) meal, snack and treat options! Everything is so fresh and delicious. Clearly made with love and their drink menu is very expansive. The staff were friendly, kind and fast.

Katya Askar

"The waiter and service was superb! I can’t have gluten and they were so accommodating and knowledgeable, I had the scallops and they were amazing! Plus they called us a cab, just love the added service.

Daniel Vance

Quite simply, the most amazing "home-cooked feel" food one could possibly imagine. Vegan, gluten-free. Whatever magic they are cooking with here, is 🔥. 10/10 would recommend.

chloe kf

Love the gluten free donuts so much! Awesome location, and busy for a reason !

Am Giannioglou

If you’re a coeliac, do not bother. All the “gluten free” food is touching other non-gluten free foods and was really disappointing to hear they don’t keep any separate or individually wrapped to keep them safe. Little bit of attitude from the workers when I asked. Upset because of how delicious it all looked after going out specifically to try this place :(

Tanja S.

This was our first time and came highly recommended from a local, who comes often. The wait was over an hour but well worth it! All our meals were excellent and they accommodated well for gluten free needs. The orange hummus was incredible. Recommended!

Ameliya

From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed by the staff’s kindness. Their matcha is unbelievably smooth, and the pastries are just right not overly sweet but still satisfying. The fact they accommodate gluten-free and dairy-free diets is a huge bonus. It’s a bit small inside, but I’ve always managed to find a seat when I come.

T Page

Found this fabulous social enterprise cafe by chance on our trip to Vancouver from the UK. The food is really tasty, they cater for gluten free we were welcomed with a smile what could be better? I loved their detox smoothly, hopefully I can replicate it when we get home.

Trudy Johnson

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The waffle was really good! I was really happy they had a gluten-free option. However, the service was really disappointing. Especially the cashier with permed hair—she looked angry, and the way she spoke felt like she was yelling at me and my friend. I felt very uncomfortable.

Jennifer Bays

The GF bagel, brownie, and bread was delicious. They have regular and oat milk options for the lattes. I had a dirty chai with oat and loved it. The regular sourdough for the salmon toast was delicious. Highly recommended for anyone with celiac.

Robert Estill

Darren L

A great breakfast or brunch spot with a lot of Americana and Canadiana on every inch of the walls! I really enjoy their Eggs Rancheros or Eggs Mexicana. Try their in-house hot sauce with your food (which you can also buy). For you gluten free people, you can sub in gluten free toast for an extra charge and it's actually better than the regular toast!

Samuel Hall

Delicious! Great vegan and gluten free options. So good. I love it.

Lena Tolbert

Katie Simpson

Excellent gluten friendly muffins! One of them is dairy free too

Sanjana Lealh

We ordered a gluten-free dessert, but it contained gluten, causing my friend to become very ill. If you have a gluten allergy, please avoid eating here.

Sky Vancouver

Located in a historic 1894 heritage house, Espresso Bar & Bistro is a charming spot near Broadway and Cambie. This coffeehouse offers a wide range of options, including: - Pastries - Sandwiches - Breakfast dishes - Vegetarian/Gluten-free options - Cocktails, beer, and wine I've visited Caffe Cittadella multiple times, and it's become one of my favorite spots in the area. I've consistently enjoyed my experiences here. On my latest visit, I tried the Spinach Feta Cheese Pastry, paired with a hot chocolate. I requested a caffeine-free and low-sugar drink, and the staff made it perfectly to my liking. I highly recommend Espresso Bar & Bistro for its cozy atmosphere, delicious food, and accommodating staff.

Melanie E

A great place for sweet treats and coffee/tea. There's a good selection of baked goodies - cookies, bars, cakes, breads and scones for all occasions. It was worth the drive after reading the reviews. Food: 5/5 - we tried the brownie (gluten free) and blackberry lemon bar. Our favourite was the brownie. Both were tasty and fresh. If you need a cake for a special occasion, they have whole cakes and loaves available. The prices were reasonable considering it was good quality. They had a couple of samplings near the cash register. Atmosphere: 5/5 - seating is available with a nice vibe to the place Service: 5/5 - servers were friendly. I'll be back to try their other tasty treats.

Sedanur Albayrak

Nice cafe although I think some of the previously posted pictures are wrong (don’t belong to the cafe). They seem to have the nondairy options for vegetarian or vegan people; however, that doesn’t help me as I don’t want to be forced to drink these so-called “milk”s just because I am lactose intolerant. That is to say, they don’t have lactose free cow’s milk. I can’t have each of the nondairy “milk” options for various medical reasons but in any case it could be the case that I just don’t like them. So I would prefer if they had an actual lactose-free milk option. Because of the reasons described above, I always have to get black coffee or tea. Their coffee is good and they have nice herbal tea options, so it’s not that bad. However I couldn’t try many of their lattes. I tried a matcha latte once with oat milk and it made me sick (as I mentioned I can’t actually have oat milk or any of the other nondairy “milk”s, but I tried it as they didn’t have an option that would work for me—big mistake of mine). And I didn’t try any other latte or any cafe latte. The gluten-free mini loaf was way too sugary. I’d recommend adjusting the ingredients in their recipe. I like the vibes in this cafe. Plenty of tables. The big table by the entrance is good but it is uneven and kind of bothers me. The chair pads are somewhat dirty though and I don’t feel comfortable sitting on the padded chairs. I find the morning staff more friendly than the afternoon staff, although both parties are friendly enough.

Gary Chiang

This is THE PLACE for all baked good that is on dairy in the lower mainland and has been a huge source of happiness for my wife who cannot have dairy. Do be aware that even though they have a lot of gluten free baked goods those with intolerances or allergies to oats may be out of luck as they do use oat milk in my of their baked goods.

Shachar Tsafon

Yay to the gluten free bread option! So nice to have a good sized sandwich

C Pearson

Wow! I brought my 13 yr old out to breakfast, and found this cute little coffee, café, bistro? Kranky's has a little of everything, and it is mostly made there, fresh! The owner and waitstaff were super friendly, kind(helped us find a tasty choice for me(I have Celiac), and had a joyful small-talk conversation with our daughter about her choices on a future pet :) Thank you, Cat, Hope? and ummm, dagnabit! The owner!! I know, I know her name, it is just out of my reach right now.

Sandy Y. (CameraGourmet)

If you want a savoury or sweet breakfast or brunch, Jam Cafe is the place for you.  It has an extensive menu with creative and flavorful options and generous portions of comfort food.  Everything we tried was absolutely delicious. The only challenge is the wait time, especially for large groups or with kids.  The average wait is 45 minutes.  We recommend planning accordingly. They have many signature dishes, such as pancakes, eggs benedict, chicken waffles, french toast, and delicious bowls.  Go hungry with an empty stomach; otherwise, you can check with the server for the half-order options. 📝📝 Food:  🥞🥞🥞🥞🥞 Must Try! Service: 👩‍🍳👩‍🍳👩‍🍳👩‍🍳👩‍🍳 Kids: 👶👶👶👶 Yay! (Everything was good, just a bit challenging with the wait time) Price: 💲💲💲 $50-$100 for two (brunch) Presentation: 📷📷📷 Parking: There is paid parking on the street, and many paid parking garages nearby. Tips: 📝 Offers bottomless brewed coffee. 📝 Has a lot of hot and colder drink options. 📝 Must visit for breakfast and brunch food fans. 📝 Has vegan and gluten-free options. Return: Yes 👱‍♀️

Caleigh P

NOT safe for celiacs. No gluten free waffle iron. Major cross contamination risk

Jordyn Kimel

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Lucy Li

Tried so many of their pastries from here and they all didn’t disappoint! There’s so much variety all the time for both sweet and savoury foods, for good price as well. Breka also has a lot of variety for gluten free and vegan options as well. I love how they’re open 24 hours because not many dessert places in vancouver open past 12 so Breka has been a go to for my friends and I. I highly recommend the mango coconut cake!!

Barbara Catalano

Billy Muir