Top 39 Gluten-Free Lunch Spots to Discover in Downtown Winnipeg

Rebecca Bittner

Ordered takeout. Process was easy and quick. Food arrived fresh and warm. I love that everything is gluten-free but the flavor wasn't for me. All five of my tacos were overtaken by a sweetness that made it hard to discern the flavor difference between them. I prefer savory tacos.

Shel Marie W

Ordered probably half the menu by now. My favourite thing surprisingly is the tofu and I order it every time. I’m celiac and love how comprehensive the menu is. Most gf menus eliminate more than half the options. Actually forgot to order one dish (via skip) gluten free and they called to double check. I spent a lot but so good I always order a lot! 10 out of 10!

Jacky Will

We dropped in here for some drinks and appetizers. We tried the fully-loaded crispy potatoes, beet-humus dip, and fries +dips. The fully-loaded potatoes were so incredibly good I ended up ordering two. The dish was cooked three ways, crisp, balanced flavor, and some added kick from the Jalapeno. The beet hummus was okay but could have used more seasoning. I tried the watermelon sling that tasted light, I would've maybe preferred it have more tangy/sour flavor, but it was still good. My friend loved her margaritas. Our waitress was quite pushy to make us leave when the restaurant was practically empty 🙃. However, another waitress made up for it when she brought us shots for a life event we were celebrating🎉. I'd definitely come here again and try more dishes. I'd highly recommend the fully-loaded potatoes. The menu surprisingly had many gluten-free and vegetarian options.

Jolene Mulaire

Had their heartbeet bowl for a gluten-free option. It was delicious and gorgeous to look at before digging in. It looked so good I was interrupted 3 times early in my meal to be asked what I had ordered, it looked so appetizing. Staff was cool and accommodating to my questions about gluten-free options.

Rick Borchert

Always good food and good service. Pretty good options for gluten-free, but I sure wish they'd make the spicy meat sauce gluten-free.

Samuel Davis

Adam Porte

Best burger I’ve ever had. Even with a gluten free bun. Absolutely phenomenal.

Jt Burke

The food was clean and absolutely delicious. The service was exceptional, they let me make a take out order 30 minutes before close and served me lemon water while I waited. The atmosphere was great they had wifi and a trickling stream by the register. All gluten free options were indicated on the menu and the entire menu was totally vegan. 10/10 loved the whole experience.

Kathleen Ellis

Christine Nygren

Went for a work trip dinner, and it was very tasty! My coworkers with no food allegiance allergies really liked the mushrooms and ribs appies. Had multiple gluten-free and some gluten and dairy free options. Fryer is nominally gluten-free, but they fry a lot of shellfish in it. They even had GF vegan carrot cake as a dessert option, which was a pleasant surprise.

Kira Jackson

The food was delicious but the portions could be bigger. I also appreciate the gluten friendly food!

K 6000

We went for the first time on Saturday night and it was spectacular! Not just the food, but also the staff and service. I am celiac and everything was explained and there were many gluten free options. We had a wonderful experience and will be back!

Lior Seidel

Donald Durr

Kathline Fricke

Andrea Myers

I was visiting with some friends and this restaurant was highly recommended to us and it did not disappoint! Great service and delicious food. They don’t list gluten free bread as an option on their menu but they do have it! I had the Turkish eggs and it was phenomenal. They don’t take reservations but we got there right at 9am and was able to get seated right away. Otherwise be prepared for a long wait.

Mildred Kunkel

Ashlee Griffin

I had my wedding at Saddlery on Market. Roula and company are amazing. Roula was patient, easy to deal with, and made sure that my day went as best as it possibly could. She is very easy going, and has tons of experience throwing parties for larger crowds. The venue was clean, organized, and decor was set up the way I had asked. She catered the menu to my guests dietary needs, which included vegetarian, gluten free, dairy free and peanut allergies. The food was fabulous. We started the night with appetizers. They were served by staff to tables throughout our cocktail hour. We had a buffet style dinner. The food was hot, delicious, and served by staff. Finally, our late night snack was poutine and it was so good. Liquor prices and drinks were priced accordingly and reasonably. The bartenders were hilarious and loved engaging with all the guests. The venue itself had alot of space for people to mingle and we also used the separate party room for our ceremony and dance floor. Brides - you do not need a lot of decor here. The space is already phenomenal. There are some ambiance lighting throughout the main area which really made the vibe romantic. I hired the DJ that Roula recommended - sensational sound ( Carlos) and I was not disappointed. He was awesome. Knew the venue, knew how the mechanics of the place worked, set up properly, so we had no technical issues. He kept the party going all night with great tunes. I would for sure recommend him as well. It rained a bit on our day so we had some pictures outside - and the alleyway behind the restaurant is stunning. We then did pictures in the corner of the venue, and with the brick and moody lighting, they turned out amazing. If you are looking for a space that is accommodating, safe, welcoming, and just a relaxed and pleasant wedding planning experience - I would recommend Saddlery 100%. Thanks again to Roula and everyone at Saddlery who really made our day special!

Gayle Kyle

Jackie Held

Chris Sanchez

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Dean Ruiz

T K

We visited Kevin’s Bistro for the first time today to celebrate my nephew and a friend’s graduation. With a party of about 25 people, the evening couldn’t have gone better. From start to finish, everything was handled beautifully. My wife and I arrived early and were seated right away—great service from the outset. I appreciated their local touch with a beer selection from Good Neighbour Brewing. The “Hazy IPA” was a standout. The staff were outstanding. Matt and Jen were our main servers and did a fantastic job. Even though we didn’t catch all the names, it was clear the entire team worked together seamlessly. Everyone was friendly, professional, and on the ball. As for the food—absolutely delicious! Our group ordered a wide variety of menu items, and not a single person had a complaint. My wife and I shared the “Steak Chimichurri” appetizer. The steak was perfectly tender, and the flavor was spot on. We only wished there was a bit more chimichurri sauce to go around—just a small detail, but otherwise a hit. My wife enjoyed the Pasta Alfredo and liked the subtle touch of nutmeg. I had the Buffalo Chicken Cauliflower Flatbread (gluten-free), and it did not disappoint. It had a kick, but the heat didn’t overpower the great mix of flavors. I also really appreciated the number of gluten-free options on the menu. The Mac and Cheese was another crowd favorite—several people tried different versions and raved about the taste. One surprise hit was the mussels, which are only available when in stock. Those who ordered them early were very pleased, but a few latecomers missed out—so if you see them on the menu, don’t wait! Despite the restaurant being full and one of their ovens being out of commission, our entire party was served quickly and efficiently—just like the other tables around us. That really speaks to the professionalism and coordination of the kitchen staff. Truly impressive. They also offer a dessert selection from Stella’s, though most of us were too full to indulge. The ambiance was great, and we loved that the kitchen was open and visible—very clean and professional. In fact, we literally gave the kitchen staff a round of applause, along with our servers and the bartending crew. They all truly deserved it. A fun little detail: don’t bother asking to meet Kevin—he’s actually a cat, and his portrait can be found on the back wall. 🐈 All in all, we highly recommend Kevin’s Bistro and will definitely be returning. Great food, great service, great atmosphere. You won’t be disappointed.

Eve Hymers

We had an amazing Valentine’s Day dinner at Cordova on Friday! our server Isabelle was 10/10 , very friendly and helpful with explaining the vday menu. Lots of gluten free options and we loved the corn salad

Angela Brunswick

Jennifer Amador

We were really looking forward to dining here, especially given its reputation as one of the top-rated restaurants in Canada. Unfortunately, our experience was deeply disappointing — especially for a place of this caliber. We had noted a gluten-free dietary restriction on our reservation, as the restaurant specifically requests this in advance. Despite that, when we arrived, it was clear no one had read or prepared for it. Our server was unsure which dishes were gluten-free and had to check with the kitchen multiple times — which might have been understandable at a casual place, but for a restaurant with this reputation, it felt disorganized and inattentive. It’s a four-course tasting menu, and I was shocked at the lack of flexibility. The first course had only one option (bison), which I don’t eat, and the final course had no gluten-free options at all. The server showed no interest in trying to accommodate us and didn’t offer any alternatives or substitutions. While he didn’t say it outright, the attitude was essentially: not my problem. The only redeeming part of the experience was the drinks — they were excellent. But unfortunately, that’s all we ended up having before we left hungry and disappointed. We wanted to love this place, and maybe others have had a better experience, but ours fell far below expectations, especially when it comes to hospitality and accommodating dietary needs. I hope they take feedback like this to heart — because right now, the experience doesn’t match the hype.

Everett Marshall

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