Top 50 Gluten-Free Cocktail Bars to Experience in Vancouver

sk8good1

I have to eat gluten free ( not celiac) and the Dalorit dish (roasted butternut squash) was absolutely delicious in my opinion and of course, gluten free! I would highly recommend!

Cassie D

Was nice but not great. Gf options for burgers, including having lettuce cups instead of bread, which was so tasty! My chips were cold and they forgot my partner’s chips so not the greatest but not terrible (burger was yum)

Nikul Sharma

We where served so well by the staff esp Ashwanth. The food was awesome and gluten free allergy was well taken care off. Highly recommend for ambience and Tasty Indian food.

Maryam Hatam

Absolutely amazing gluten-free ramen. If you are celiac, I highly recommend this place! My friend and I got the same dish, mine was gluten free. The staff was also wonderful.

RIZZO 250

Really nice place to relax with a few drinks. Didn't have any food as we had just come from a café but we did get a flight and oh my god. I need to go back to get more if that blueberry basil. Until I do it will stay in my dreams, Highly recommend checking it out. They had indoor outdoor seating. Their menu had things marked as Gluten Free although since we didn't order im not sure if they have a designated fryer or not. Thankyou for the wonderful service staff, you were all so nice 😊

Malcolm Fletcher

Best little gem in Vancouver. Seasonal menu with fantastic tastes of Vietnam with attentive staff and exceptional gluten free options!

M L

I absolutely love The Acorn. From the moment you walk in, the ambiance is warm and inviting, perfect for a cozy dinner or a special night out. The menu is creative and beautifully presented, offering a wide range of seasonal, locally-sourced vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Every dish feels like a work of art, bursting with flavor and texture. The service is top-notch, with knowledgeable staff who are genuinely passionate about the food and happy to accommodate dietary preferences. Whether you're vegan, vegetarian, or just curious about plant-based cuisine, The Acorn will exceed your expectations with its innovative approach to wholesome, delicious food. The cocktails are also outstanding, with unique, well-crafted drinks that pair perfectly with the dishes. Overall, The Acorn offers an unforgettable dining experience that will leave you eager to return.

catherine heith

Great place for those with celiac disease or a gluten allergy. I received GF bread and many of the dishes are or can be made GF. They have GF appetizers, pasta, risotto and GF dessert. The service was great.

Coralie A-M

Seemed to have a lot of gluten friendly options and some gluten free. Waitress was really nice and was telling me which options were safe for coeliac. Food was delicious ! Long wait time to get a table (4) even on a Tuesday night

Zenda L

Unforgettable Dining Experience at Zarak – A Must-Visit! I had the pleasure of dining at Zarak for the first time in July with a group of five people, each of us with different dietary restrictions – gluten-free, dairy-free, coconut-free, and vegetarian. While I initially felt overwhelmed by the menu, our server, Sanmeet, turned what could have been a stressful situation into a seamless and enjoyable experience. She took the time to carefully listen to our restrictions and, in less than a minute, curated the perfect menu for us, ensuring we could enjoy our time together without worrying about what to order. Her recommendations were spot on, and the variety of cocktails was equally impressive! From the moment we stepped into the restaurant, the entire team made us feel welcome and cared for. The level of attentiveness was beyond compare. One detail that stood out to me was how the staff intuitively timed their service – they approached us only during natural pauses in our conversations, which I deeply appreciated. At one point, I needed a napkin, and just as I was about to ask, one of the staff members approached me, and it felt like they had read my mind. It’s those small details that really made the experience special. Now, the food was incredible, but what made the evening truly unforgettable was the exceptional level of customer service. Towards the end of the night, everyone except me ordered dessert because I couldn’t find anything on the menu that was both dairy-free and coconut-free, which I was fine with. Sanmeet noticed and immediately went above and beyond to accommodate me. Within minutes, she brought out a delicious pistachio gelato, which had no gluten, coconut, or dairy – and it was on the house! That thoughtful gesture spoke volumes about her dedication to making sure everyone had a wonderful time. What’s even more impressive is that when my partner and I returned to Zarak a month and a half later for drinks and dinner, Sanmeet remembered us. The genuine smile on her face when I greeted her by name made it clear that this restaurant isn’t just about serving great food – it’s about creating lasting relationships with their guests. Sanmeet’s warmth, attention to detail, and genuine care for her guests left an incredible impression on me, and I’ve been raving about Zarak to everyone I know. If you ever visit, I highly recommend asking for her – she truly made our dining experience unforgettable. I look forward to returning again and again!

Kaley Merritt

Went there to celebrate with a group of 5 people. The wait staff were very friendly, I was greeted by each server I passed as I came in. The servers were always nearby to assist when needed and the owner was walking throughout the restaurant helping to attend to each table. The service was a 10/10 and noticeably better than most restaurants. The food was incredible and so flavourful. We ordered most of not all the appetizers to share and they were amazing. We had a vegetarian in our group and there were plenty of vegetarian options to choose from. They also had a variety of gluten free and dairy free options too. I will definitely be returning to try their entrees. The lamb popsicles are what I have my eye on for next time. They also had an extensive drink list which included a good variety of non alcoholic options too. Are the prices high? a bit but food costs have increased and most restaurants have had to adjust their prices for this reason. For the experience and the value of the dishes, it’s reasonable. The ambience of the restaurant was nice and dimly lit. We all enjoyed our time there and I will definitely be going back again soon!

Christopher Fairhurst

Our turbulent first night in Vancouver with hotel issues was saved by the Cactus Club Cafe. We missed our booking due to the issues, but we were helped by great staff who told us we could sit at the bar to eat. The bartenders were amazing, the drinks excellent and the food was amazing with great options for vegan and gluten free. Highly recommended.

Michelle Beaubien

They have a dedicated fryer which is great for gluten free/Celiac diners! Would love to see more vegan options again.

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.

Martin Howley

We had a great meal in Coast. Great fish dishes and excellent help from our server Micheal who advised on adapting dishes to be gluten friendly. Excellent service.

Yotam Cohen

Sarah is an amazing waitress. So kind and sweet. She was really knowledgeable and helpful with my girlfriend’s gluten allergy. I’d give her 10 stars if I could.

Barbara Ernst

Amazing food and cocktails! Definitely will return and good gluten free options!

Zarko Jokic

5 stars Havana on Commercial Drive is an absolute gem in Vancouver! 🌟🇨🇺 From the moment we walked in, the energy was buzzing ⚡ — warm, vibrant, and so welcoming. The décor is colorful 🎨, the music is lively 🎶, and the whole vibe just feels like a mini vacation! ☀️🌴 Perfect for date night ❤️, casual hangouts 🍻, or even solo chill time. Food: We went all in — and wow. 🤤 We had the Cubano sandwich 🥪, pulled pork tacos 🌮, and plantain chips with guac 🍌🥑 to start. Every bite = flavor explosion. 💥 The Cubano was perfectly pressed and cheesy 🧀, the tacos were juicy and fresh, and those plantains… dreamy. Don’t skip dessert either — the churros were warm, crispy, and dipped in chocolate heaven 🍫🔥. Drinks: Cocktails were on point — we tried the Mojito 🍃🍸 and the Havana Old Fashioned 🥃. So refreshing and bold. Bartenders here know their craft. 👨‍🍳👏 Service: Service was amazing! 🙌 Everyone we met was friendly 😄, super helpful, and genuinely passionate about the place. Shoutout to our server for solid recos and great vibes the whole time ✨💬 Atmosphere: Cozy inside 🛋️, but the patio is a total vibe 🌇🔥. It’s heated, covered, and perfect for people-watching on The Drive. Great music, cool art on the walls 🖼️, and the whole place has that laid-back but buzzing feel. Pro tips: • 📅 Book ahead on weekends — it gets packed! • 🍳 Check out brunch — it’s a hidden gem. • 🥗 Plenty of veggie + gluten-free options! • 🎭 Bonus: there’s a theatre in the back for local performances. So cool! Final thoughts: This spot gets it. ✅ Food slaps, drinks hit, staff rules, and the vibe is immaculate. 💯 Havana is easily one of my fav spots on The Drive. Food: 10/10 Drinks: 10/10 Service: 10/10 Vibe: 11/10 Run, don’t walk. 🌮✨🍹🍽️🔥🌴🎉💃🕺💯 Can’t wait to go back!

Gillian OneGiantPedal

Went tonight for dinner. There were a number of marked GF options on the menu and others that I thought would be also. We asked about the Tasting Menu and my wheat-specific allergy (I’m not entirely gluten free). The server was knowledgeable and checked with the kitchen to ensure all items would be suitable. They made a few substitutions - specifically the soy based sauces were replaced with a mushroom based sauces. It was an amazing meal. 100% recommend.

Kyla Ragan

The food was delicious and knowing they have a separate fryer for the gluten-free items was helpful. They're vegan items were well portioned and had variety in them. The service was prompt and they kept checking in to make sure I had everything I needed. Was nice to sit out on the patio.

Jemma Lee

First time here was a great experience. Nice atmosphere and window views, wonderful service from Kurtis, menu has a great selection of food, the burgers are really good, as well as the prawn laksa curry and chipotle mango chicken, some nice gluten free options! I hope one day they can have a gluten conscious option for the Chicken Madeira Rigatoni because it’s the best pasta of all time. They also have happy hour on a Friday night! Can’t wait to come back!

MissMel

Had a lovely dinner for my friend’s birthday. Booking with OpenTable was easy and we chose the Granville Island location as parking is relatively easy, compared to Dntn. The food and flavours were good and the service was wonderful. The hostess double checked our seating request and offered us an alternate seat upstairs, by a window - it was amazing to enjoy the sunshine during our meal. Our Waiter was also friendly, and knowledgeable, with good recommendations. My friend is gluten-free and our Waiter made sure our orders were compliant… The food rolled out at a good pace and our Waiter checked in on us the perfect level. We were very happy with our Waiter. We shared the Shrimp Cocktail, Scallops + Bacon and the Crème Brûlée. We both had the French Onion Ribeye from the Keg 50 menu. My side was the Iceberg Wedge with Blue Cheese dressing - it’s my favourite!!! We both enjoyed our meal and experience. We’ll be back and highly recommend.

Francesca Shiatsu

My favourite restaurant in Vancouver. Excellent beef tenderloin and frites (which are gluten free, yay!), the ambience is warm and cosy and the service is very attentive and knowledgeable.

KERP Photography

Never disappointed. The food is very good and service is same or better. At least under my experience. As a celiac, I feel very safe woth the gluten free selection they offer.

Christopher Lim

Made only gluten free menu order with gluten free bun selected. Food came in a wheat brioche bun. Kitchen paid zero atrention to the order ticket. I expected more from cactus.

Aman Bhayani

Maenam used to be my favourite spots pre-covid. There food was delicious, like no other, and they gave good portions sizes. Even pre-covid this place was not cheap, but the price you paid matched the quality of service and food, so it didn't matter. This time, such a disappointment. Me and a friend came by to celebrate my belated birthday dinner a few weeks ago, and it was such a let down, that I'm writing this review a few weeks later. Cost was $130.00 CAD for 1 Soup, 1 appetizer, 2 entrées and rice. The soup was good, the meatball appetizer definitely NOT WORTH IT. The entrées were TINY, FLAVORLESS, and DRY. Could have basically just been an appetizer. We ordered: Squid, and stir-fried beef. In addition, before they used to make the Pad-Thai gluten-free and now they don't, only offering the vegan version. Why would I pay $26 for Pad Thai that has no meat? Not worth the price for the amount of food and quality we received. Maenam, you've lost a loyal customer.

Olivia O'Rourke

We order from cactus at LEAST once a week - but typically order from a different location. The hot pickles were fatty, cold, and they did not include dip. They were poorly dressed. The zen roll seemed to have had the taro on top swapped out for wontons (which I can’t eat because I’m gluten free). Both went into the garbage. We called, but after 10 minutes on hold no one answered. Surprising for a quiet Sunday night. Absolutely will not return or order again from this location. Poor service. Go to a different location!

Jessica Doig

Carano makes excellent pizza - and offer a gluten free crust that is delicious! I recommend the spinach and artichoke pizza - it has a nice kick!

John Sobey

We just discovered Bao Down and it’s our new favourite place. The staff was polite, the service was speedy, and the gluten free options were legitimately impressive.

Taylor Revert

This place was bomb. The staff were so lovely and attentive - I heard our waiter speak at least three different languages fluently. They have a whole gluten-free menu which is pretty much unheard of for a Chinese restaurant. The food was wonderful, the drinks were wonderful, the vibe was wonderful.

Amanda Pereira

We had a wonderful anniversary date night at Glowbal with Kyle and Pavlo as our servers. It takes an army to get us parents out for dinner in the City, but this experience did not disappoint. I have recently discovered I have Celiac, and am now that “annoying person” with a serious allergy but they made no fuss about accommodating and were so great about it all! The banter was 10/10 (so fun to chat with our servers), servers were attentive without interrupting conversation, presentation was fantastic. We will definitely be returning again and would absolutely recommend Glowbal to anyone looking for a great dining experience downtown. Thanks for a great night, Kyle & Pavlo!

Nikita Crane

Went for happy hour - great cocktails and great GF options. Many things are GF or can be amended, server was super knowledgeable. I had the wings, hummous with a GF flatbread and nachos. Really tasty! And great waterfront views.

Kay c

We often pop in to chit chat burger bar since they have gluten free substitutions. I really like their chit chat burger with the fried egg and zucchini. Burgers are moist and my sister likes the GF bun they use. She claims it’s the best GF burger she’s had. Service is very friendly and prompt to seat you but a bit inattentive, they tend to not refill water etc. That being said, it’s a great place to sit and socialize since they have flexible seating options, the atmosphere is nice, and they don’t rush you out (in my experience they’ve never even initiated getting the bill). Garlic fries were okay, not worth $3 more than the regular fries IMO. Mixed info on the frier for GF, one server said it’s a separate fryer for the fries and another server informed us that they have no separate GF fryer, so I wouldn’t order fried items if gluten cross contamination is a concern. #ContestEntry for shopdtvan

Tay Asha

glutenfrei - glutenfree options available. we were there for watching a soccer match and ate a snack

Frances Malloch

Service received from Christina was excellent. A very friendly and helpful person who made sure my gluten free restrictions were not a problem.

Zoe Vedova

A unique dining expereince with wonderful and attentive staff, serving delicious food crafted with conscientiousness and care. They easily accommodated their tasting menu to be gluten free.

Laura Parks

Tara N.

For a fast food restaurant, it is excellent!!! Everything is so fresh and deliciously made! My new go to place on Granville Street. You get to choose your own burrito or salad. They don’t have gluten free tortilla however you can get a bowl.

Kathleen Hess

Wonderful service! Very accommodating to my dairy and gluten allergy ! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! wonderful service too!

Talia Udsen

Had a wonderful evening because of our server Zach! Made me feel very safe as a celiac and everything was delicious. Great food and drink at a reasonable price.

Sarah Stephenson

This was an exceptional experience! The A5 wagyu is a must, and all of the tartars were perfection! I have celiac disease and almost their entire menu was safe for me, the staff are informed, and I didn't react after, which almost always normally happens at restaurants! The Bison Tartare is a MUST! Sean was an 11/10 waiter, informed, and funny! Now I am going to suggest Elisa for future corporate events!

mark houlden

Consistently great brisket, tender ribs. Great smoked chicken. I have enjoyed the burger. It is a BBQ restaurant with Veg or vegan options, as well as accommodating other dietary restrictions (gluten etc.) Extensive selection of local beers, and whiskeys & bourbon. Sip them, or enjoy one of the many specialty cocktails. Currently reservation only so your hardworking host Marc knows how much food to prepare each day. Whiskey Six supports local businesses. I encourage you to support them too.

Michael Israel

Our server and the entire wait staff were very attentive. My wife is gluten free, and each staff member who brought food to our table seemed well aware of that situation, placing the dishes appropriately and reiterating the accommodation. Seems simple, but it's not common, even in nicer restaurants. Very impressive! Our server was great at what she does. Thank you! We'll come back when in Vancouver (we're from Seattle). Oh, and the prime rib was delicious, as were the accompaniments.

Romans

The ribeye hash was amazing. Great food. Accommodated my gluten allergy!

Alison Snedker

Just came here randomly for brunch and the food was SO good - never have I ever had a more perfectly poached egg. They have gluten free options & bread. You can really tell all the staff and the owner(s) really care about the quality of what they're putting out. This place should be WAY busier. The ambiance is on point, staff are lovely, we even liked the playlist. Without question we'll be coming back to try lunch and dinner!

Aislinn Flanagan

It took me far too long to check this place out and I’m regretting not going sooner. What a brilliant and beautiful cocktail bar this is. The food is also so delicious! I love how they have their gluten free options clearly marked on the menu. The service is excellent and even though they were so busy everything came out incredibly fast. 6/5 stars. I can’t wait to go back and try more things!

Lior Seidel

Dedicated GF fryer, cocktails, and Mexican dishes

PIA SANCHEZ ORELLANA

Delicious sea food and gluten free options

Erik Babin

Nancy Vallecillo