Top 22 Gluten-Free Cocktail Bars to Experience in Alberta

L Wengel

As someone who has to eat dairy and gluten free, it is hard to find a great meal in a restaurant that isn't some sort of compromise of an existing menue item. Not here! Most of the meals are gluten and dairy free without any compromise in flavor! In fact, everything we ate was delicious and well priced. Service was also amazing. It is a place I will come back to frequently in my stay here. Thank you Nourish!

Lior Seidel

Great GF options on a safe kitchen

Megan K

Went to this place for brunch for the first time and had 3 amazing things to note. 1) the coconut chai was to die for and I would return just for that drink alone. 2) the vegan eggs Benedict on falafel was so perfectly savoury and delicious, as someone eating vegan and gluten free, I haven’t had something that covers my dietary restrictions taste so good in a long time. 3) the portion sizes!!! The quesadilla my family had was enormous, the side salads were huge! Amazing to have leftovers for later and even though we ate a lot, we didn’t feel gross after (which we often do with other places) because the ingredients were so clean. The staff were so kind and the restaurant gives cute earthy vibes. Hands down will be going back! (Wish we got photos to share!)

Vanessa Oakley

I went to P.F. Chang's for the first time last month. I was alone because I was on a work trip. Even though this is a family style restaurant, I had the best time dining alone. The food was so good!! Liam, my server was so nice and helpful as it was my first time. I have celiac disease, this was no problem at all, I had quite a few options and all things I ate were delicious! I highly recommend checking it out. I can't wait to go back with some friends.

Robert Green

Delicious burger and gluten free option

Aaron Ladd

The food is good. Service is hit or miss. Good gluten free options.

Hassan Saeed

Great place. Enjoyed the nuggets and the chicken burger. Nuggets are gluten free.

Rachel Parent

Great place! Good vibes, good wings (gluten free and always ask if it’s an allergy which is a huge bonus) usually able to get a table thanks to the multi level set up. Staff are always friendly and Naomi was amazing

Lucas

Great atmosphere to watch a game lots of options for food. Portions are a little small for the inflated prices. $3.99 for a tiny bit of guacamole on a chicken sandwich. 2 piece gluten free fish meal with fries was very small. Service was excellent though

Julie Marion

I was working in an office nearby and was looking for lunch - I haven’t eaten here since prior to my Celiac Disease diagnosis. I noticed on the menu that there is a wide variety of items across all categories that can be made “gluten conscious” with substituted items. If you have to avoid gluten you know sometimes there are no options, or no substitutions available and it can be a challenge eating the same things over and over again. I wanted to give it a shot, so I placed my order on the Moxies website with an ask for GC subs. I ordered the following to share with a gluten sensitive coworker: Truffle parm fries Roasted tomato and whipped feta dip Chipotle mango chicken The restaurant called right away and confirmed substitution selections with me. The fries were baked instead of fried to avoid cross contamination, the dip was served with crackers instead of bread, and the chicken was served with jasmine rice instead of ancient grains. When I went to pick up I was served by the manager who was incredibly friendly. I really appreciated the attention to detail and care that was put into my order- I did not feel like a burden or that the substitutions were too much work. The best part is that everything tasted great - I would happily reorder these items again and they kept absolutely fine in containers and made it back to the office. We both feel great hours after eating and are excited to be able to add some variation to an otherwise relatively flavourless mealtime. Thank you so much for taking the time to make my experience great, even if I didn’t dine in!

Pamela Armstrong

Pip has fantastic food & service. On top of that they are very accommodating with different allergies and take it very serious. My celiac family members always feel comfortable and confident dining here. I would recommend Pip to anyone!

stuart jacobsen

GREAT SERVICE!! stuffed potatoes and steak always DELICIOUS. Great accommodations for my wife's gluten allergy. Always recommend!!

Olivia Shearer

I had a great time at the restaurant, great tunes, great service. I'm gluten-free so I ordered a gluten-free pizza. While it was delicious, I did end up having a reaction. 😮‍💨 So gluten-free peeps, be careful.

reyanne janvier

Amy was an absolute delight! Very attentive and diligent with making sure my food was celiac friendly!!!

Brianna Salfi

Gluten free brownie is amazing!

Susanne Allan

We had a great experience. We had a gluten allergy at our table and Ember and James were amazing dealing with it tonight. And the food was delicious as usual.

THE FINNIS BROTHERS

Just want to rave about our experience tonight at The Keg on 130 ave SE Just went there for our celiac son’s 18th birthday dinner and they were incredible. The menu is clearly marked for GF diners but beyond that our server, Eden, took extra care to make sure our son was looked after. All his courses were delivered to the table by kitchen managers to ensure everything was safe and no cross contamination occurred. Well done team! That was refreshing 🥰

Lior Seidel

Great dinner! they have a dedicated fryer

Kat Eleanor

Gluten-free nacho options! Heck yeah! Service was impeccable and cocktails were great.

Nisha Luken

Incredible food and atmosphere. We shared the brussel sprouts, scallops and risotto and all was gluten free and so yummy. Cocktails were also great!

Louise Pick

Visiting from out of town. Great patio. Mia is a fantastic attentive server. I’m celiac so I appreciate how helpful she is with the menu.

Samantha

I was extremely impressed with our waitress' care about my mom's gluten allergy. She even adjusted some items that weren't listed as GF to be so. The hostess had "no clue" about the gluten free options or the what was on the menu at all, but our waitress was so amazing. We will be back knowing I can eat here safely and be listened too.

Lucas Alary

We were looking for a late night dinner spot on our last night in Canmore and this place did not disappoint. Wonderfully crafted cocktails and simple but well executed food. I ordered the steak frites and my girlfriend got the gluten free fish and chips. My steak was cooked perfectly and her fish and chips were crispy and delicious. We both ordered the same cocktail, The East Tea, which was made with Japanese whisky and green tea. It was delicious, refreshing and heavy on the whisky, which we appreciated lol. The atmosphere was great, we sat outside and enjoyed the music selection as well. All in all it was a great experience and a place we will definitely come back too when in the area.

Crystal Marcus O’Brien

Cactus Club continues to offer exceptional service and a quality affordable dining experience. I took my friend who has crohn's for her birthday lunch here - she has strict dietary requirements and we were delighted to know that Cactus club offers a gluten-free menu with a vast amount of options, we were even informed by the staff that they have a separate fryer for gluten free meals. This is very comforting to know that they take extra precautions to avoid allergens and offer menu that is suitable and inclusive to all dietary requirements. The staff is always friendly and accommodating - which means they definitely hire the right people for the job. The drinks and food were delicious! The year round patio is such a beautiful dining atmosphere and we left feeling like we got our money's worth. Keep it up Cactus club :)

Jennifer G

Absolutely phenomenal. Came during happy hour for a snack and beverage, left having had several small plates, two large plates, and two cocktails. Cate and the kitchen were beyond accommodating to our very annoying food intolerances. She is a top notch professional, as is the rest of the Block team. 10/10 try the duck croquettes (they're gluten free!!)

George Visan

Normally like dining here but had a negative experience tonight. My partner was gluten poisoned despite being very clear with the server — she was given standard tempura and told they were gluten free. The manager did however offer to comp her bill. That was nice. The nori on my hand rolls was soft and stale, but they're supposed to be crunchy. Didn't have more than one bite and the server said they're always like that... but they're not. To top it off, we waited 20 minutes for our bill and all the "comp'd" items were still on there so we had to request another bill. Then our server ghosted us when it came to take payment and we had to find a server from another section. The tempura was great, but overall the value for food is not great, and this experience kind of ruined the previous positive ones I've had.

Morgan Wiese

My husband booked Ankor for our anniversary dinner, and I cannot say enough good things about this restaurant and our experience. From the moment that we walked in the service was outstanding and the atmosphere left nothing to be desired. It was cozy, unique, welcoming, with beautiful decor including a plant wall. The staff was amazing, from the manager (Paisley) to our waitress (Barbara) to the bartender (he made the best Caesar I may have ever had) to the chef (Danny). All of them were incredibly good at their job. My husband is celiac and this was one of the best experiences we’ve ever had at a restaurant regarding gluten free. They were so knowledgeable, and it did not negatively affect his experience at all. He was still able to eat most everything, and the accommodations they made to some of the food did not at all affect the taste or quality, which takes talent. The food was incredible. And honestly, for the amount of food and drinks, and the quality of it all, I thought the prices were actually very reasonable. We will be back many times!!

Sori Luk

⭐️⭐️✨ (2.5 Stars – If I Could) The food here is actually quite good—flavourful, well-prepared, and the portions are decent. They also offer a fair selection of gluten-free options, which is important to me as someone with celiac. That said, the prices are a bit on the higher side for what you get. This was my second visit. The first time, I had a great experience, which is why I decided to bring my friend here for her birthday. Unfortunately, I regret that decision. It was such a letdown because I was genuinely excited to celebrate her special day here. But the lack of service and cleanliness made the experience disappointing. I booked a table well in advance and even selected the birthday option during the reservation. However, it seemed like they didn’t care or even acknowledge it. To make matters worse, we were seated in the worst spot—right next to the staff entrance. You’d think being so close to where the staff frequently pass through would mean better service, but no. We were completely neglected. Other establishments usually go above and beyond to make special occasions memorable, but here, there was zero consideration. Honestly, why even put the option for occasions during booking if nothing changes? Throughout the meal, no one checked on us—not even once. We wanted to order drinks, but after taking our food order, the server never returned to our table. No refills, no follow-up, nothing. She disappeared after dropping off our food and only reappeared when I had to flag her down for the bill. The experience was further let down by the state of the bathrooms—unclean and poorly maintained, which is unacceptable for any dining establishment. While the food is worth coming back for, the service and cleanliness need serious improvement. I hope the management takes these issues seriously.

Gabrielle G

Always love visiting this location while in the airport. The atmosphere is casual and relaxing. The servers do a great job of welcoming you and providing great suggestions. Our server, Kiandra, made us feel like she had lots of time for us even though it was busy. She did a great job of ensuring my meal was safe with my gluten allergy, too. Much appreciated, will be back again!

Pam Bogda-Robertson

Mattea was an excellent server - attentive but not overbearing; she was friendly and provided options for my gluten-free brunch. The food was delicious!

Stacey Lynne Simonson

I rarely go out anywhere else, I love sitting at the bar because Riley remembers our names and drinks, and the gluten free menu never hurts my stomach. This location has the best Strongbow on tap in the city, for real.

Stuart McKeown

As always, great food, great steaks great service. Will adapt the menu and servings to your needs and there are glutenfree options availble - although gluten free bun with the burger would be nice!

Jaclyn Dawn

We visited this location for my parents 50th wedding anniversary. Everyone made them feel so special! Our server knew a lot about the menu and wine list. Plus the manager ensured my sister-in-law didn't have any gluten in anything she ate, as she is celiac. Great time for sure!

Jason Palfrey

Went to this location for lunch and was thoroughly pleased with the food and service. The waitress was attentive and was very aware of the dietary restrictions of one of our group who is celiac. Unfortunately, the dedicated fryer was down, but alternatives were suggested and were enjoyable. Food tasted great and was consistent with other Canadian Brew Houses' in other provinces. Loved coming here and will definitely be back!

K Black

Wonderful experience from start to finish! We came with friends for dinner. We had a reservation, had to wait about 15 minutes since it was a busy Saturday evening. BUT we sat down and the manager immediately came by to offer us two complimentary appetizers to apologize for the wait! Food was great, service fantastic! And we had celiac and food allergies that were taken extremely seriously! Cannot say enough about how good it was!

Tanya Ross

Busy place so always book a reservation if you don't want to wait. Service was awesome. I ordered Gluten-free and they were very attentive to my meal. The cook and manager both came out to talk to me about my allergy and rest assured that I would be taken care of. Excellent meal.

Paul Brinton

The food is delicious, and the staff is friendly and helpful. They have a great variety of gluten-friendly options.

Stephen Spencer

Amidst the burgers, pizzas and other comfort foods dominating this area, Bison offers some genuinely interesting dishes. Octopus, bison bolognese, halibut and, if you insist, they even have a burger. Plenty of gluten free options, and if you’re with a friend, there’s a massive tomahawk to share. Food and service was excellent, and if you’re lucky enough to sit out on the terrace on a balmy summer’s evening, it’s the perfect spot for dinner in Banff.

Steve

We had an absolutely wonderful experience. With a celiac and a shellfish allergy at the table there were plenty of gluten free options to choose from. Our server, with a very unique name (I'm sorry P, I forget how to say/spell it), was engaging and attentive. After ordering the manager came to verify our orders and dietary needs. He was very on top of things despite it being a fully packed restaurant that evening. While we enjoying our appetizers the head chef came to our table to assure us further of the steps taken to protect our meals from cross contamination. We were all VERY impressed with the care and attention to details the whole team demonstrated at this Keg location. I would add a 5 ⭐ rating for their allergy/gluten awareness and preparation. Very few restaurants/bars claim to have "GF" options, which usually turn out to be wings (certainly not all locations, including this one unfortunately 😉), nachos, and tossing sandwiches/burgers into a gluten free bun. It was refreshing to have several GF options and observe the care taken in providing us our meals in the safest possible way. Thank you. 🙏 👍

Yorch Yetson

There isn't anything on the menu that isn't full of flavor and delicious. Variety of options, including gluten free and vegetarian. Highly recommend checking it out and trying one of their bowls or amazing appetizers

Dean Kennedy

Why no gluten free beer? Makes no sense to have a gluten free fryer and gluten free burger buns but not carry even one gluten free beer option. Missed opportunity for cactus club!

Maryam Hatam

The place to go for tacos! Food, service & atmosphere were great! They give you a free house shot on your birthday and it's delicious! If you're celiac, very knowledgeable staff and lots of great options that are gluten free!

J Montgomery

Gluten free options that are delicious! Staff are very lovely on the phone and in person. Will definitely return.

brett sewell

Fresh fine dining options great atmosphere 👌 so tasty! Great gluten-free options

Captain RedShirt

The Keg did an amazing job! My daughter has celiac, and they went above and beyond to accommodate us. Free GF bread, manager helped us specifically, they double checked with us and the kitchen for every item, and our food was delicious! I will definitely eat there again. We have high expectations of restaurants, and they definitely met those expectations! 6 stars, if that were even possible.

Erin Gross

Our first time, and it was nice. We popped in for a pre-game cocktail & snack. We were greeted warmly and shown to a table by the wall. Our server was lovely and helped us choose the perfect cocktails. She also was very aware of the gluten free options etc.. We did find the music a bit loud (Though we are two ancient over 40 year olds ha), but I could see how the younger crowd would love this place, and we will come back too. I'd recommend the Korean popcorn chicken, delicious!

randy serak

What a great place to stop and have a meal. They have a very nice patio that's heated. We had the cheese fondue with sirloin steak for protein. The fondue came with a basket of bread and a plate of veggies. They also gave us potato chips as one we needed a gluten-free option instead of bread. They are pooch friendly!

Erin Mackenzie

This was the second time we went , and what a nice time. One of the best gluten free meals I have ever eaten. And the staff were fantastic. One customer had, had a few too many and the staff handled things with such professionalism. Thanks for making date night great.

S Ing

I ordered takeout. I’ve done this often, as it was normally an okay spot for me to order food off of the GF menu. This last time was very different. There is no way my food was prepared in a gluten free manner. I haven’t been that sick in a very long time. I haven’t ever had an issue at this location before so this was very unexpected. I reached out to the location via their internal portal and got no reply. So I don’t think I’ll consider them a trusted spot to eat anymore. Very disappointed with the experience.

Rhumandlove

Great place for a date. Very accommodating for my celiac disorder.