Top 14 Gluten-Free Spots with Outdoor Seating to Enjoy in Victoria

Meaghan Jones

Unfortunately we had a really bad experience at this pub. I was taking my fiance out for a date and he was very excited to have fish and chips again (Gluten Free.). I will say the perogies were very good, it was two big perogies in one order - not the best quantity but the flavour was very good. I ordered the mushroom gnocchi and my fiance ordered the two piece fish and chips. The first thing that was off was the waiter brought food to the table beside us but as he was putting their food down he quickly took the plates back around the corner and brushed something off the plate. Then came back and one of the ladies he was serving asked what that was all about, he dodged the question and left. It set an odd tone right away. After a while, our waiter returned to tell me he "couldn't sell me the mushroom gnocchi" he wasn't being direct and avoided telling me why so I ordered the mac n cheese. He wasn't sure if I could have that either so went to check. It was such a weird vibe around the whole situation and a little unsettling. Anyways, when he brought out our order, his thumb dipped into my mac n cheese. He left and then came running back to tell me he gave me the lobster mac n cheese not then regular. he asked me if I had eaten it yet and was relieved when i said no.. I assume he was going to bring it to someone else? I finally got the mac n cheese and he said to be careful, the skillet is very hot, it wasn't, i literally picked it up to take it off the serving plate because it had a bunch of greasy finger prints on it. The food was sadly not good at all. The fish and chips had next to no fish, it was just super thick batter. The mac n cheese barely had a flavour and had glazed over from sitting out. It was an extremely disappointing experience. To wrap this up, the table behind us had to return their food because there was "A shard of glass" in it. The server comped our meals and we left very unsatisfied. I know people have off days but man was everything going wrong that evening. I am sad to say we will never return or recommend this place.

Neil Pegram

Night service and a great variety of delicious gluten-free things!

Kim Bamburak

First time at the fish store and tried the gluten free halibut. Staff were very knowledgeable and asked if this was Celiacs. Lots of choices on menu and fish and fries turned out very tasty!

No MSG No Garlic Foodie

We decided to visit Victoria after finding several restaurants offering vegan food. Since Be Love is dedicated vegan and also gluten free, it was my first choice. However, there wasn't that many items on the menu to my taste, but since they promise seasonal items, I had hoped that there would be some pleasant surprises. The rest of my party decided to order organic red and white wines by the glass. I chose Earthblood Tonic juice made with carrot, beet, celery, kale and ginger. It was very refreshing and looked stunning. The Mac Bowl appealed to me because it claimed to have braising greens, seasonal vegetable, and broccoli. I was warned that the sauce contains garlic, but I took a chance hoping that it would be black garlic rather than fresh garlic. Fortunately, the garlic was hardly noticeable and I was not affected. It was a very rich dish and I loved the creamy taste of the sauce. The roasted hazel nuts were strange and tasted as though the vegetables still had soil/sand/grit. I was disappointed with the scant amount of greens and vegetables, and if I had known, I might have asked for extra vegetables. And of course, I could not finish it the macaroni. If it wasn't for the 'gritty texture' I would have rated this four stars. My friends ordered the daily special gluten free ravioli with nettle. They all loved it. We also shared a platter with flatbread, cashew cream cheese, apple & beet chutney. I was only able to have one item because the rest were heavy with garlic.

Alice Trombley

Thank you for making pizza that I can actually eat that tastes amazing. Finding a gluten-free/dairy-free pizza that doesn’t taste like chemicals and sadness is a true feat. ❤️

Chelsea T

Awesome spot, delicious food… always great service! As someone with celiac disease too, it’s a treat to find a gluten free location as well.

Ariel

I went on a personal Fish n Chips tour at every place in Victoria. This was BY FAR the best one. The staff really made sure we had a welcome experience too (I was brining an out of towner...). I always 75,000/100 recommend people to go here. Great place to bring my 'Celiac' Sister too!

Kathleen Oneill

Made me a gluten free pizza in under 10 minutes because we needed to catch the ferry! Delicious and speedy

Monika Gerow

Staff at Cook st. Village location are just so kind and truly make the visit! Gluten free burgers serve. So good. Love this little spot!

Wyatt Miller-Unser

Barts is great, affordable food, good selection of drinks, lots of menu items are Gluten free or can be made gluten free.

Alexander Andersen

Excellent food, even on the gluten-free side, and thank you, Amanda, for the excellent service

Gail Bailey

Absolutely delicious and so many gluten free choices!!

Anthony Carr

Green Cuisine is a Victoria gem. My friends and I regularly order take away and sometimes eat in. The food is always hearty, tasty and great value for money. If we ever have visitors, I tell them to check out Green Cuisine. No one has ever told me they weren't impressed with the food on offer, the prices or the wonderful desserts. As a person with Gluten sensitivities, this place gives me so many options. LOVE IT! Can't recommend this place enough. Long may it continue to provide Victoria with affordable, yummy, no nonsense food.

My Gypsy Tale

Had dinner with My best friend and my mother last night. Shalena’s service was exceptional. My mum has food issues that can be a challenge. Shalena could not have been more accommodating. Mum often avoids going for dinner due to her FOD diet Mum was so happy to be so well taken care. Thank you for the exceptional service. They have a special deep fryers to accommodate people who are celiac and willing to adjust a dish to suit my mums food challenges. Cheers

Page DeWolfe

One of the most accommodating menus/kitchens in town with menu options for vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free, and a careful kitchen staff to manage most allergies and dietary needs.

Mariam Star

We went for lunch. The pasta was delicious, and they have a nice variety and gluten-free options. The mussels and chorizo were excellent, very recommended! Friendly staff and fresh and yummy food. Will repeat for sure.

dan shalloween

Great staff, delicious food and reasonable prices. Lots of gluten free options for my partner.

Dan Morgan

My wife ordered gluten free, she was served gluten. She is a celiac. Unacceptable. No apology from the server or manager. The item was also left on the bill. I honestly can’t believe this is how this restaurant operates.

Lisa Hermann

They don't have many gluten free options. I ordered and was assured that the kitchen will take care. I got sick later that night as I have celiac disease. So care was not taken.

Jeremy Scott

This place is one of the best restaurants we've been to in a while. Everything we had was fantastic: Beef tenderloin carpaccio, smoked chicken penne, pan seared miso halibut, blackened creole chicken. My wife has celiac and they have a lot of options. The gluten free penne was probably the best GF pasta she has tried. We also had a few cocktails and they were all well made. Earl Grey Martini was a stand out for me. Our server was very nice and accommodating as well and service was very fast.

Anna Hanael

This restaurant is a gem. The food is superb. Lots of gluten free options. I had a crepe with seafood, veggies bunded in delicious creamy sauce. Pear salad with goat cheese is Highly recommended.

Emily R

Great celiac safe barbecue place! Everything is GF except waffles and regular buns, but they take precautions to keep celiac customers safe (changing gloves, etc). They have fantastic fried chicken which is GF, fried only with fries (also GF), and the regular bbq things. Great sandwiches, poutine, and fried chicken!

Sarah Nicholson

As a celiac, this place was easy to share plates (something we don't often get to do with our friends and family). Loved all the GF options on the menu and the variety. Food was so delicious.

Eva Matsuo

We had the most incredible experience at Il Covo Trattoria in Victoria for a joint celebration of Mother’s Day and my 22nd birthday, made all the more memorable thanks to our amazing server, Willis. From start to finish, Willis went above and beyond to make our evening feel special and personal. He surprised us with a complimentary drink and a delicious birthday dessert on the house, which was such a thoughtful gesture. His charming personality, genuine compliments, and fantastic menu knowledge made us feel completely at ease and well taken care of. Every recommendation he made was spot-on — from cocktails to mains to dessert. Not only was the service 10/10, but the food and drinks were phenomenal. The team also did an excellent job accommodating gluten-free options, which we deeply appreciated. Willis truly elevated our celebration and gave us a night we won’t forget. Thank you for making it so special. Highly recommend and would return in a heartbeat.

Steve Sakamoto

Amazing food, very friendly and accommodating service, and the vibe is incredible - especially when the band is in the house.I don't know what they put into the focaccia bread, but if go there and pay full pop for the bread alone. It's like pastry - a little crisp on the outside, delightfully fluffy inside, and the dusting of salt flakes...magic. When I say the food is amazing, I mean the food is AMAZING (the 'Sophia' is as tantalizingly delicious as its namesake). Extra points for the gluten free pasta option!

brooklyn hendry

We had a wonderful experience thanks to our server, Erin. She was incredibly kind and friendly, making us feel right at home. Erin went out of her way to ensure we had celiac-friendly options, demonstrating genuine care for our dietary needs. Her attentiveness and warm demeanor truly made our visit special. We left feeling valued and well taken care of!

Midori Frisk

Rice bowls are surprisingly good and also gluten free (celiac safe)

Kate Holder

The Tan Tan Ramen has the most delicious Vegan Mushroom broth and can be done with Gluten free noodles!!!

Eric LeBlanc

We needed gluten free and we were very happy to know that they have a dedicated gluten free menu and they use a dedicated gluten free fryer for their food. It can be really hard to find a lot of places like this, but this is by far my favourite place to eat in Victoria! I really want to thank everyone there who made it very easy to find safe food for us.

Dylan Lyons

Great Brunch spot. Lots of Gluten Free Options and good coffee. Highly recommend.

Jodi

Had the best pizza of my life. The Prosciutto and Argula pizza. They Catered to my dietary needs for I'm Celiac and require and Epi Pen. My Entire family enjoyed the food and we will be going back . Thank you

Nicholas Whetstone

Excellent options for those with celiac disease and the salsa is absolutely amazing.

Vanessa Hawk

HOB did a fantastic job catering our wedding! The team was responsive during planning and lovely during service. The food was delicious - our guests keep saying it’s the best wedding food they’d had! We had a number of gluten and dairy free guests and on top of offering a very inclusive menu, HOB made sure they had alternatives for each guest.

Karena Holtz

My favourite place to go when I visit Victoria! I have been eating here for many years. And each brunch or lunch or dessert is a feast for both my senses and belly. Nutritious, beautifully prepared and presented drinks and meals with exceptional flavours. Great service that is always sensitive and accommodating to my dairy and gluten allergies. A huge hug of gratitude for the incredible people who make this place a beautiful experience in every way!

Cheryl U

NOT great for someone who has Celiac as very limited GF options (no GF burger buns) - they are clear that they cannot guarantee cross contamination, etc. HOWEVER, we did take a chance and ordered the Bacun Crafty Mac N Cheese dish with GF pasta - it was delicious! And so was the London Fog! The staff are friendly and helpful. And the atmosphere was relaxing. Nice to have tasty Vegan food in Victoria!

E G

Celiac safe-Gluten free fryer. The gluten free halibut was amazing! The patio is lovely. The service was great, efficient, personable & friendly.

Christie Fraser

Celiac friendly. Gluten free fryer for fries and gluten free gravy. Delicious gf poutine. So glad we stopped by.

Erinn McLeese

I ordered the onion rings for my friend who is celiac and from the time I called to the time she was able to eat her first onion rings in over 10yrs.... she is IN BLISS!!! And I am so excited for her! Thank-you!!!!

Ashley Fuccenecco

Very disappointed in my experience here today. The lady at the front till was very kind in explaining their Gluten free menu to me and made me feel comfortable ordering here since I am Celiac. My food was brought out and after I took one bite the same lady ran over and told me to stop eating right away as she failed to note that my order was Gluten Free and for a Celiac! She mentioned she’s glad she caught it quick enough - clearly doesn’t understand Celiac Disease and the importance relating that information to anyone dealing with this order and the fact that it’s to late and I’ve already ingested WAY to much gluten from that 1 bite. Incredibly glad I don’t have a severe food allergy that causes an anaphylactic reaction as her carelessness could have seriously impacted someone’s life. I am in for a very horrific next 24 hours and yes she was apologetic and made me the gluten free order very quick but this is still not acceptable. I will never return here as I do not feel this establishment takes Celiac Disease or even food allergies, for that matter, serious AT ALL. And for those of you thinking it was probably super busy it was completely dead when I came in and ordered (because I’m aware my orders need that extra time and I plan accordingly). Also pretty bad for no management to come out and chat with me after the fact… and no I did not get my 30 dollars back for my 3 tacos… but the lost money is the least of my worries. Celiac people beware!

Ryan

The only slight complaint was from my senior parents. The temperature inside was too cold. It was January and sat next to a fireplace. The waitress who was AMAZING tried her best to turn the heat up. It was just a drafty area. My daughter, who can't handle much gluten, was very nicely provided with cucumbers and tapanade for her bread course. My parents both have allergies and were informed during each course that the items were both shellfish and tree nut free. Our server seemed very sincere, and the table maintenance was impeccable. The food was great as always. If you understand great Italian food and the way to approach the menu, you'll be in for a treat!

Jenna McRobb

Great customer service from Ifaz & Mariah! Very efficient and super nice! Plus they have veggie and gluten free options! Worth it

thomas scherbak

Gluten free biscuits are to die for if you have the itch of a place you should go. Also their specials when ever I have been have always just hit the spot

Emme Abbs

We loved our visit to Finn’s. Great service, food and atmosphere. I had the seafood linguine, my partner had Finn’s burger on a gluten free bun, and we shared the bison Carpaccio to start. Everything was delicious. Sad I didn’t get any pictures.

James Burwash

Authentic Thai food. For lunch we had Red Curry perfect size. My wife had Pad Thai large portion. Great staff. Great service. Our friends from Ottawa recommended this place when they visited Victoria the eat here cause of great food and Gluten-free Will come again on our next trip. The spring roll was flaky and excellent. There appeared to be five servers at lunch time.

Oberzocker 511

Went there last Friday after our arrival in the country and must say this place didn’t disappoint. Great table service with great tasting house wine, Tasty food and a pleasant atmosphere. If you’re in the area worth the try. They also have Gluten- free options available. Very friendly waiter aswell. Cheers Gerrit

Jenna Wenkoff

I ordered pick-up and told them over the phone that I have Celiac Disease and needed them to avoid cross-contamination. When I got home I realized two of the dishes were deep fried. I called them and discovered that the two dishes were deep-fried in the same oil with gluten. Going forward I hope they remove the 'gf' label next to foods that are fried in a contaminated frier, and train their staff to tell customers with allergies about the frier. No hard feelings, I just hope this review helps!

Ian Hopkin

Absolutely delicious food in a really nice space. Lots of gluten free options that were clearly marked on the menu.

Karen Ethier

Delicious sandwiches and gluten free options as well! Highly recommend!

Jessica Blackman

Omg. This place is insanely good. Dedicated GF fryer! They are safe for celiac. The server would state “gluten free celiac” whenever she dropped my food off. GF churros!!!! Loved it.

Crystal C

Our best night out while visiting Victoria! We loved our delicious Greek dinner. And our host, *Big Dimitri* took amazing care of us! He welcomed us like family, was so warm & professional, and shared all about the history of the restaurant. We loved our meals- lamb shank, Greek ribs, chicken souvlaki- and dessert! Great gluten free options- I had the chicken souvlaki meal, rice, potatoes, and veggies. And the dolmades for an appetizer. The menu was clearly labelled with lots of gluten free options. Kids menu as well, and our kids enjoyed it & were treated extra special by staff!