Top 50 Gluten-Free Dinner Spots Across Canterbury

Tui

I have celiac disease and ordered a variety of things from the gf menu woth no issues! The spring rolls were not what I expected, but ended up being better than I expected. They were so good I could eat them every night. The fish batter was excellent and the hot dog was good as well. The building itself looks run down but the kitchen was clean, the prices were excellent and the service was wonderful. Seriously was the best experience I've ever had at any gf fish and chip shop anywhere!!!

Nicole Fröhlich

I was happy to find a gluten free place to eat. I enjoyed the food and the service.

Hannah Lang

Loved my experience here the staff were super kind and helpful, I rang beforehand and was made to feel super welcome and when I arrived I was told all the safety measures put in place such as a seperate gf fryer and working area. I had the fried chicken burger it was okay, the bread tasted a bit sconish and the chicken was a little underseasoned but the Kumara fries were insanely good! Would love to try one of the other burgers :)

Sarah Capon

Great place to get a burger for a coeliac, though only if you go on a day the buns are fresh! I went twice, and the first time my gf bun was really nice, but the second time it completely broke apart within the first two bites, making it too hard to eat without a knife and fork. These are things we deal with as gluten free people anyway, so it wasn’t surprising, but a little disappointing after such a good bun the time before. Otherwise the burgers were great, the chicken nuggets were really nicely cooked, and the chips were yum too!

Time Consuming

Amazing service from Jess. She took great care of our table tonight and was very careful about our coeliac needs and allergies. Thank you so much Jess for the great energy and care. Also thank you to the kitchen for the delicious food

Rebecca Greenslade

Epic gluten free and vegetarian pizza with heaps of toppings. So good, thanks guys!

Richard Hall

One of the best meals of our trip. Octopus starter followed by Blue Warehou (fish special)/lamb (all superbly cooked) and orange cake. Coeliac friendly with excellent cocktails and a great selection of wines. What’s not to like? 10/10

Rachel Andersen

Loved it. Delicious gluten free, dairy free and soy free meals.

Ashleigh S

This place is amazing. Friendly staff, delicious food and so many gluten free options.

Jeff&Robyn Cumings

I'm from Christchurch and I've been to many cafes for breakfast. Powerhouse has been the best breakfast I've had for a long time. They cater really well for gluten free patrons. I went twice in the weekend. Their pancakes were gluten free and soooo delicious. You can't often get GF pancakes and these we fluffy and tasty. Their egg dishes all come with the best potatoe cakes. Well done guys!

Sam Goodin

Avocado on toast was so good 👍 - gluten free is a bonus. Thanks guys

Jakub Hejduk

Very friendly staff my partner have coeliac disease and they make sure it’s gluten free really enjoy the burger love tier kumara fries

Paul Brunton

Totally tasty burgers. Gluten free and friendly helpful service. The cauliflower tits were an absolute treat.

Amber

This is my absolute favorite spot for group dinners. Every time I come here, I order the karaage mushrooms and cabbage. My guests are usually skeptical as to why I'm ordering vegetables when dining out as opposed to meat. But without fail, they end up loving the mushrooms the most. The cabbage is also light, refreshing, and surprisingly delicious. This is a great place for sharing, with plenty of dishes to try, and splitting the cost makes it very cheap. The sushi tacos are another highlight—I’ve tried three fish-based ones so far, and they’ve all been fantastic. I usually struggle to enjoy raw fish in New Zealand after experiencing better quality in the islands, but Bar Yoku is one of the few places I trust for consistently good seafood. I’ve never left disappointed. If you visit, definitely request a sunken table. They’re super comfortable and turn it into an experience rather than just a meal. I've come here multiple times with people who have allergies, eg. gluten, nuts, and vegan diet requirements. This has never been an issue, and the food still remains delicious! A special mention to the staff, too—every server I’ve had here knows the menu inside and out, is aware of any changes, and is always professional and friendly. They create a welcoming atmosphere with zero awkwardness or judgment, which, unfortunately, isn’t always the case at some places.

Zusje Knowles

In short, I’ve been here twice and I’d choose to dine elsewhere in chch in places I know do a much better experience for this price. I don’t have pictures from our visit but they wouldn’t justify anything anyway. The truffle fries had no truffle, just pecorino cheese on top to make them look like truffle fries, a common hack/ trick. The gluten free pizza base could do with some work/improvements, we’ve definitely had better. The kids menu items are $20 which is so expensive for what you get. We ordered the kids macaroni, and for that portion (the size of a bread and butter plate in a small cast iron sizzler) it would cost $3 to make and they’re charging $20, already steep for a kids meal so I expected it to be amaaaazing. It also came out on a sizzling plate, from a kids menu!? Why would you serve a piping hot cast iron plate to children? It makes absolutely no sense. The staff could do with some major training on the drinks list, it’s a small wine list and wouldn’t take very long to teach the staff what is what, they knew nothing about wine whatsoever. The flavour of our pizza was ok, the beef cheek was lovely, they also have a sparking red wine which was new for us and delicious (even if the waitress didn’t know if it was actually sparkling red wine). All in all I’d choose other restaurants over this next time for sure. There just aren’t enough redeeming factors.

Susan Bond

Stopped in at the fish n chips but no gluten-free options and lovely young guy directed us to the pub for celiac people, so across to the pub we went, wow, what a friendly welcome and yes we do celiac friendly meals, big range of options. Wasn't disappointed with chicken tenders, chips and coleslaw. Great service, friendly bar maid and highly recommend the pub for grub.

S Biddick

Special note for dietary requirements: the menu was extremely detailed when it came to gluten free and vegetarian options, and the staff were also very attentive to this when we ordered. There was lots to choose from for our gluten free table. The menu also said that their mayonnaise and soy sauce were all gluten free too. We ordered chicken teriyaki, tofu, rice, sushi and vegetables to share - everything was incredible. The meal cost $106- for two people but we did have an alcoholic drink each as well. Great service and atmosphere. Thank you to the staff for a great evening.

Nicole Graf

Have visited 3-4 times just in the past year, always excellent service, yummy cocktails and great food: tasty, high quality meat cooked beautifully that just keeps coming, plus a selection of yummy side dishes. Really appreciate how well they cater for coeliac customers too.

Jessica Jackson

Overall great experience- great gluten free chicken and my partner enjoyed the pasta. Great service- the only thing I would fault is the pay wave system, even though I swiped the card I still got charged as pay wave and it wouldn't let me insert it, I guess it's just the paywave system but was disappointed. But the staff we were really lovely about it and Overall.

Olivia Allan

I have coeliac disease and ordered gf food from here. I told them I was coeliac and I had a reaction after eating from here. My partner contacted the store afterwards and they did not seem to really care at all. I will not return.

Kerryn Searle (Amazing Amazing)

This place is cool! Great gluten free and plant based options

Erin Philipp

Had the best kumera chips of my life here today. Cooked perfectly. Was also happy to see gluten-free options (photo attached). Next time I’m definitely getting the GF corn pattie. Coeliacs: note that the GF food is cooked in the same oil as gluten products so it won’t be safe for you.

Di Crawford-Errington

Beautiful food, beautiful people. Great options for those with allergies and coeliacs. Definitely will be back.

Stellar Nepia

Delicious coffee! However, it is expensive for alternative milks, at $1.50 for almond or soy. Very short on gluten free cabinet food. Lots of sandwiches and bread rolls. Nice atmosphere, can be very busy.

Jamie Freese

They were very accommodating/knowledgeable to gluten friendly choices and were able to clearly communicate which dishes they could make for me. I had the vegetable rice noodles and they were delicious. It is a shared kitchen.

Al V8824

We have been going to Tutto Bene quite regularly in the past five years and have never been disappointed. Food is excellent, the service is great and the atmospher is fine. It might be a little bit noisy when there are lots of loud people around but still better than other places where you have to shout. They do two services in the evening so if you go for the first service you are notified that you have to leave the table at 7:30pm. So don't loose time when ordering your meal. Gluten free options are limited (well, Italian food is all about gluten 😕) but you can still enjoy a nice main or go for GF pizza 🍕 😋

Natalie Youssef

A friend and I stopped here for a quick meal during our drive down south since we were hungry but I honestly wish we stayed on the road instead. We had high hopes and saw the gorgeous view of the lake when we walked in with an empty dining room, so we figured we’d be sat by the window to enjoy the view. Instead, they sat us as far away as possible from the window, with a divider completely blocking the view so that was a bummer. I ordered a chicken caesar salad thinking it’s a hard thing to mess up, but they managed to do that. They used canned chicken, threw in some balsamic vinegar and added canned mango chunks for some odd reason. My friend ordered a salad with shrimp which on the menu was listed as having a gluten free option. The server then came back and said that the shrimp wasn’t gluten free and provided no other option despite the gluten free option listed under the menu. They then ordered the soup of the day which was tomato, thinking that was a safe bet. Newsflash it was not. Once the soup arrived it was a pale orange colour, which tomato soup should not be but whatever maybe it tasted fine. It did not taste fine, they don’t even know how to describe it, but it did not taste good. And on top of all that it was doused in balsamic vinegar for what purpose is don’t know. Needless to say, we have no intention on returning to this restaurant on our drive back up the island

A Lewis

Dinner was okay. Their pizza sauce is way too sweet for me and I didn't care for it. Glad they had a gluten free crust but it wasn't the best I've had.

Connor

Went for brunch got a gluten free chicken burger the (JFK), it was amazing would 1000% recommend for gluten free people. There ice lattè was really nice also.

Rose Williams

Food was amazing, staff were nice, and catered for myself and my best friend who both have Celiacs

Josh Gray

Great tasting Thai, can do a lot of the dishes gluten free just ask

西垣三智子（あとりえタオ）

Also available gluten free It's good that GF and VG menus are always displayed in NZ. I had honey ginger tea and VG salad. A cafe with a great atmosphere by the sea I was able to talk to my friend fairly slowly.

Janet Howison

Booked today for lunch thinking would beat the usual Mother’s Day rush - so did everyone else as restaurant was packed but staff were amazing rushing around taking orders - checking on drinks etc and the food was up to usual standard. My friend is gluten intolerant and waitress spent tine talking through the menu with her. Excellent lunch - thank you Old Vicarage

Chad Tahana

I got a $18 burger and I feel like I ate a $36 burger filling and tasty and gluten free. My partner bought a fish burger and finished the whole thing (that's a 1st) and those chips where mean as! 💯

Kurt Haldane

Best place to get gluten free food that tastes NORMAL. Very accommodating- just talk to them about your needs

Sarah Wilkes

Absolutely delicious burger and fries! Would definitely recommend for anyone looking for good gluten free options

Clare Mackenzie

The service was great, friendly and attentive yet not too OTT. I had he creamy mushrooms which were delicious and flavoursome. The others in the group all enjoyed their burgers and they are fussy. One member is coeliac and she was well catered for with GF options. Well done Joe's, Rolleston

Jack Panckhurst

Amazing deliciousand juciy fried chicken, so good and it's gluten free too. Amazing creme brule for desert. Highly recommend

Christine Welch

Didn't even get food. We rang ahead of time to order 3 gluten free meals. We were told they had run out of buns. What the heck.

Elaine Mehlhopt

So excited to find a different option for Gluten Free at this lovely cafe today. The savoury loaf was delicious! Thanks so very much. So sick of friands and orange cakes offered by every cafe!!

Darlene Geeson

Under New Management since August 2024. Lots of New Options Rice Bowls and Burgers. They Cater to.... Celiac Gluten Free Vegan Vegetarian All Dietary Requirements Fresh and Tasty 😋

Kwazy Canuck

We really enjoyed our dinner here. Great staff served up a delicious barbecue feast for two with lots of gluten free options for my wife. Love the decor and vibe of the place as well. Check it out!!

Cassie

Highly recommend this quirky cafe! Lots of gluten free options, great coffee and such an interesting atmosphere lots of little quirks. They also have a car for kids to play in which kept our 3 year old busy while waiting for food. Highly recommend with kids and for allergies.

Bec T

We were really surprised at how good the pizza was considering Hell Pizza is a chain restaurant. It was really good - and that was even with gluten free bases! They even did gluten free garlic bread, and the best bit - they sell vegan EatKinda ice-cream - made from cauliflower!! Super creamy and tasty - and saves cauliflowers deemed not perfect enough for sale at supermarkets, from going to landfill. Just brilliant! Must try :-)

Jacqui Giles

Comfortably catered to my Coeliac Disease without a fuss, I am beyond thrilled to find a new place to get healthy, tasty food

Zak McKracken

When it comes to takeaway pizza, nothing beats Hell. You pay a premium price for it, but a premium quality pizza is what you get. I love their gluten-free sprouted seed base, even though I'm not one of those gluten intolerant people. The onion rings are pretty darn good, too.

Kristi Atkinson

Delicious meal enjoyed by all 3 of us dining. We started with the marinated artichokes, warmed olives, and zucchini fries ... then had a pizza each which were the Diavola, Salmone and Capriccosa. All pizzas were fantastic including one which was gluten and dairy free. Service was friendly and the ambience was great too :)

Michelle Amos

We came in on Good Friday and had the set menu with the 5 cocktails. It was amazing! The server we had (didn't catch his name but had very short hair and an accent) was just awesome. So friendly and helpful. Last time I came to Original Sin, I had terrible heartburn and straight away he mixed up a concoction for me behind the bar that cured it. What doesn't this guy do well?! Your team were also fabulous at being flexible with one of us having coeliac disease. No issues - they made a custom gluten free pizza and also gave a separate platter for the entree - all gluten free. Thanks again team, we will definitely be back. Michelle - POSbiz

Abbie Reid

Awesome dinner here on a busy weekend. Staff were so helpful with my young coeliac son, sorting out gluten free options for him, and even have a separate fryer! True heaven as he wolfed down a delish gluten free burger and fries. The steak and mash was awesome, and service was lovely. Very much appreciate the extra mile when dining with kids. Lovely courtyard.

Sarah Capon

As a coeliac it was so amazing to find a restaurant to cater for me here! This place was amazing from start to finish, with the manager being so helpful and caring, and the staff being so attentive. Ate here two nights in a row and had great experiences both times. Definitely on the pricier side but so tasty, I’d say it’s worth it, especially if you’re coeliac or gluten free