Top 11 Gluten-Free Cocktail Bars to Experience in Waikato

Your curated guide to gluten-free dining options, with detailed reviews and recommendations for safe celiac-friendly meals.

Plateau Bar + Eatery

64 Tūwharetoa Street, Taupō 3330, New Zealand
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CocktailsAllergen FriendlyBrunchDairy Free OptionsDinnerKid FriendlyLunchOutdoor SeatingVegetarian OptionsVegan OptionsDedicated GF Kitchen SpaceDedicated GF FryerBeerBurgersCiderDessertsFriesOpen LateDeliveryBarRestaurant
Expect a delightful culinary experience with creative flavor pairings, a diverse menu, and a great vibe perfect for a nice night out.

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Kathryn Gilbert
Kathryn Gilbert
Almost everything is gluten free. great food and cocktails.

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Waterside

3 Tongariro Street, Taupō 3330, New Zealand
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BrunchDairy Free OptionsDinnerLunchOutdoor SeatingTake AwayVegetarian OptionsVegan OptionsDedicated GF Kitchen SpaceBread ItemsBurgersCiderCocktailsDessertsFriesPastaPizzaBreakfastOpen LateDeliveryKid FriendlyRestaurant
Enjoy stunning lakeside views and a cozy atmosphere while indulging in a variety of delicious meals perfect for all tastes.

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Linda Grant
Linda Grant
Great view and service, good sandwiches at lunchtime. The glutenfree hamburger bun was one of the best we've encountered. Celiac friendly, dedicated fryer.

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Alpino Cambridge

43 Victoria Street, Cambridge 3434, New Zealand
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LunchDinnerOpen LateCafeItalianCocktailsDeliveryTake AwayOutdoor SeatingKid FriendlyRestaurantPet Friendly
Enjoy standout large pizzas and homemade pasta, all served by a caring team that goes the extra mile for your dining experience.

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Giorgio Ciraulo
Giorgio Ciraulo
The pizzas are great size and value for money. The kids pasta with ragout sauce is like nonna style, beautiful made and exceptionally tasty. We order a portion of chips as well, but we didn't specified gluten free as we did with the rest of the order, so the chef attentively came to us and point out that the chips may contains gluten in the preparation, so we avoid it. Thank you Chef!! Excellent team and service!

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George's Beach Club

2 Bow Street, Raglan 3225, New Zealand
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CocktailsPizzaDairy Free OptionsDinnerKid FriendlyLunchOutdoor SeatingTake AwayVegetarian OptionsVegan OptionsFriesOpen LateDeliveryRestaurantDedicated GF Fryer
Unique vibes and super fresh dishes make this spot a must-visit, with standout items that'll keep you coming back for more!

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elliot mccullough
elliot mccullough
knowledgeable staff on coeliac disease. dedicated friar and great gf options. nice staff

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The Redoubt Bar & Eatery

423 Alexandra Street, Te Awamutu 3800, New Zealand
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BreakfastLunchDinnerBrunchOpen LateCocktailsTake AwayOutdoor SeatingKid FriendlyRestaurant
A vibrant spot with a tempting variety of options and a fantastic cocktail menu, perfect for a casual outing or special occasion.

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Natalie Carter
Natalie Carter
Lovely pizza with lots of toppings. Tried the gluten free base and it was delicious! Great staff, great food, great cocktail list!

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Rice Rice Baby

21/20 Clyde Street, Hamilton East, Hamilton 3216, New Zealand
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CocktailsVegan OptionsAsianDinnerLunchVegetarian OptionsBrunchOpen LateDeliveryTake AwayPet FriendlyOutdoor SeatingRestaurant
Enjoy an incredible dining experience with a vibrant atmosphere, fresh flavors, generous portions, and a creative cocktail selection.

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Danielle Peck
Danielle Peck
Fantastic Vietnamese eatery. Everything tasted fresh and was super flavourful. I especially recommend the lemongrass tofu, which was especially rich in flavour. Almost everything on the menu is gluten and dairy friendly, and also plenty of vegetarian dishes on offer.

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Dixie Browns

38 Roberts Street, Taupō 3330, New Zealand
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Allergen FriendlyBreakfastBrunchDairy Free OptionsKid FriendlyLunchOutdoor SeatingAmericanTake AwayVegetarian OptionsVegan OptionsBagelsBread ItemsCocktailsDessertsPastaPizzaDinnerOpen LateDeliveryRestaurantPet Friendly
Start your day with a view of the lake and mountains, where delicious breakfast and quick service make it a top spot in Taupo.

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victoria lahman
victoria lahman
Went here for mums birthday lunch, everyone's food came out luke warm. My pizza was lacking flavour, it was the tofu one. It was very bland. The calamari my sister got the gluten free version and it was small for the price and lacking flavour. Mums seafood chowder was yummy but not hot and someone else got a cherizo breakfast special that was great value and yummy. They have a huge menu with heaps of gluten free options which is great. The waitress was lovely and very tentative to our table. Would probably go back but would ask for the meal to be hot and wouldn't get a gf pizza!

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Iguana Street Bar & Restaurant

203 Victoria Street, Hamilton Central, Hamilton 3204, New Zealand
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LunchDinnerBrunchOpen LateCocktailsDeliveryTake AwayOutdoor SeatingKid FriendlyBarRestaurant

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Liam Meeske
Liam Meeske
Unfortunately, my first experience at Iguana was quite disappointing. Different staff were saying different things regarding food with dietary requirements. After making it very clear that she was gluten free and dairy free, they brought her a dish that contained gluten. After a short while they came rushing back, but some of the food had already been eaten. A couple weeks later (today), I phoned and asked if they were doing takeaways. A staff member assured me that I could order food and takeaway (as they were fully booked). 30 minutes later, I phoned again to order and another person said that they weren’t doing takeaways. The manager wouldn’t speak with me over the phone and eventually the staff member said, “sorry there was a misunderstanding, it’s too busy to do takeaways”. It’s a shame that their ribs are actually really good, but their service is quite poor.

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Shinjuku Japanese Restaurant

7 Alexandra Street, Hamilton Central, Hamilton 3204, New Zealand
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LunchDinnerAsianCocktailsDeliveryTake AwayOutdoor SeatingKid Friendly
Experience authentic Japanese cuisine crafted with care, where every dish bursts with flavor and transports you right back to Japan!

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Mya Greenfieldd
Mya Greenfieldd
First time trying this place with my family and partner yesterday. I 100% recommend this place if you love traditional Japanese meals made with love. They were getting busy which was a good sign. Seems to be a husband and wife duo working! Everything was flavourful and cooked well. Hot, crispy prawn tempura. Fried gyoza delicious. My mum had a gluten free chicken teriyaki donburi which she said was so flavourful. I had a chicken katsu lunch box which was so cute to look at and sooo tasty! I wish I took some pictures but the food was way to good I had to just dig in! We want to go back for dinner service for sure. I have been to Japan a few times now and Shinjuku restaurant food makes me feel like i am back in Japan!!

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HUHU Cafe

4 Waitomo Village Road, Waitomo Caves 3977, New Zealand
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CoffeeDairy Free OptionsLunchOutdoor SeatingVegetarian OptionsVegan OptionsCocktailsDessertsAsianMediterraneanSeafoodBreakfastDinnerBrunchDeliveryTake AwayKid FriendlyRestaurant
Experience mouthwatering plates, admire stunning views, and enjoy an overall great atmosphere at a reasonable price.

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Amanda Guardiani
Amanda Guardiani
The food was amazing! We had the beef ribs and pork belly and both delish. Many gluten free options

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