Top 27 Gluten-Free Pet-Friendly Spots to Explore in Manawatū-Whanganui

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

Brown Sugar Cafe

1 Huia Street, Taihape 4720, New Zealand
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With a warm vibe, a spacious courtyard, and diverse offerings, it's a perfect pit stop for travelers needing a break and some relaxation.

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Prudence Walker
Prudence Walker
I really enjoyed the Greek salad which was made gluten free for me. It was fresh and delicious with big green olives and creamy feta. Thank you Brown Sugar!

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Delish Takeaways

62A Seabury Avenue, Foxton 4815, New Zealand
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Unique spot with a fantastic selection and the option to bring in your own catch for frying—definitely worth a visit!

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Anna Reed
Anna Reed
Travelled down the north island with a coeliac this evening and found this place on the Coeliac New Zealand FB page. I phoned and we were told they have a separate area. Ordered and got two packages- one for the gluten folks and another for the coeliac. both were absolutely delicious and this place was super busy. it's a good hour from where we live but we'll be coming back up here for dinner. LOVE that this place is safe for coeliacs.

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Dedicated gluten-free menu

The Citadel Cafe

14A Rangiora Street, Castlecliff, Whanganui 4501, New Zealand
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A relaxing café vibe with outdoor seating, family-friendly games, and a welcoming atmosphere makes it a must-visit spot for everyone.

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Daniel Evans
Daniel Evans
Staff very accommodating of my cousin who is celiac. They have a separate gluten free fryer which was appreciated

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The Yellow House Cafe

17 Pitt Street, Whanganui 4500, New Zealand
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Bright and cheerful vibes with lively art on the walls make for a consistently enjoyable experience and great coffee.

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Amy Arthurs
Amy Arthurs
Every time I come here the meals and coffee are amazing. I can always count on a good experience here. There is gluten free, dairy free and vegan options. The yellow atmosphere is happy and very welcome. Thanks. Love the art on the walls too!

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Flat Hills Cafe And Tourist Park

Flat Hills Tea Rooms, Manawatū-Whanganui 4774, New Zealand
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Nestled in the countryside, this vibrant spot serves up some seriously impressive meals quickly, leaving patrons raving about the delicious options.

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Mia Murray
Mia Murray
Stopped here (at the cafe) on an intercity bus for lunch. I had a very tasty burger (massive actually), packed with tasty salad and delicious tomato chutney. The beef patty was juicy and very nice. Fries were included, and with a gluten free bun it came to $21 (great price for NZ). All around a really good meal, and very friendly staff.

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The Dukes Roadhouse

2 Koraenui Street, Mangaweka 4797, New Zealand
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A cozy pit stop on your travels, featuring a chill vibe, homemade pies, and fast EV charging for a refreshing break.

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Renwick Boon
Renwick Boon
This delightful, friendly and professional establishment understands hospitality and feels inclusive in their approach to looking after people. The 5 fast EV charging stations make it an ideal stop for those travelling and in need of a charge and rest. Thank you team for the break and slice of happiness. Coeliac and vegan friendly.

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Mud Ducks

31 Taupo Quay, Whanganui 4500, New Zealand
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Discover this cozy spot by the river, admired for its exceptional café/restaurant ambiance, weekend 2-for-1 mimosas and esteemed teas.

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Sean Macintyre
Sean Macintyre
Excellent food and service. My partner and I are vegetarian & gluten free we keep coming back here for the excellent food.

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Cafe Esplanade

1 Palm Drive, West End, Palmerston North 4410, New Zealand
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Chill vibes with quick service in a prime spot by the esplanade, plus great coffee and a nice selection of treats to enjoy.

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Jill Reed
Jill Reed
The staff were very friendly and the service was quick. I visited at the weekend and during the week and this remained the case on both visits. The coffee was great and there was a selection of gluten free cabinet food as well as on the menu. What a great location in The Victoria Esplanade.

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Mint Cafe

92/102 Bridge Street, Bulls 4818, New Zealand
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Matt Buer
Matt Buer
Great cafe very lovely food, nice coffee, and good gluten free choices if you are coeliac…

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Hansens Cafe and Store

2900 Kimbolton Road, Kimbolton 4744, New Zealand
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A hidden gem with a cozy vibe, offering amazing homemade options and a cool selection of locally made products that’s totally worth the visit!

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Caroline D
Caroline D
Fantastic ! Had the BEST home made gluten free pizza . Food is excellent , well worth the stop. They also have a nice selection of locally produced products in their cafe and super interesting.

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The Woolshed Cafe

2861 State Highway 1, Sanson 4479, New Zealand
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With ample parking and a charming indoor-outdoor vibe, this spot offers a cozy atmosphere and a variety of tasty options.

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Jess Sandbrook
Jess Sandbrook
Heaps of parking, a lovely space inside, plus extra room outdoors as well. Good cabinet food, with some Gluten free options. Good service.

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Café Zest

45 Ruahine Street, Roslyn, Palmerston North 4414, New Zealand
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Maxine Jones
Maxine Jones
Nice food, quick service, value for money. Also had a gluten free option.

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The Pizza Factory

GYM JUNKIE 38 Cambridge Street South, Levin 5510, New Zealand
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A bustling local gem known for its deliciously soft pizza bases; just be ready for a bit of a wait and come with a big appetite!

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Fiona Parrant
Fiona Parrant
What an amazing asset for levin!! Best gluten free base ever!!

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Amayjen (pronounced Imagine)

17 Victoria Avenue, Palmerston North Central, Palmerston North 4410, New Zealand
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A family-friendly spot with a diverse menu, perfect for a relaxing lunch outing where you can savor each bite at a leisurely pace.

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Kath Grant
Kath Grant
Had a lovely time at Amayjen on Saturday with my family. Great range of food. Very gluten free friendly. Really nice place to have lunch.

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Cafe de Molen.

96 Main Street, Foxton 4814, New Zealand
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A bustling cafe with quick service and a lively atmosphere, known for its standout smashed avocado and variety of dietary options.

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Jennifer Tunnell
Jennifer Tunnell
Delicious food every time we have visited this lovely little cafe, I highly recommend the smashed avo, it was the best I’ve ever eaten. Plenty of gluten free options too, and quick service. Highly recommend stopping in!

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Kapadokya Mediteranean & Turkish Cuisine

64 George Street, Palmerston North Central, Palmerston North 4410, New Zealand
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Michelle Amos
Michelle Amos
Awesome food, great prices, nice gluten free options

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Boho Cafe

2 Pitama Road, Awapuni, Palmerston North 4412, New Zealand
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With a creative vibe, this spot offers a welcoming atmosphere for families and furry friends alike, plus a charming gift shop to explore.

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Jen
Jen
Love this place! Will definitely be going back soon. Went for a working lunch and the people working were very friendly and helpful. The food was so delicious, with a wide variety of options depending on diet, diary free, gluten free etc. Highly recommend

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The Villa

71 Liverpool Street, Whanganui 4500, New Zealand
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Annie Carlsson
Annie Carlsson
Lovely coffee sitting in the sunshine with an Eccles cake..and they have gluten free 😊

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The Village Coffee & Co

62 Cambridge Avenue, Ashhurst 4810, New Zealand
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Amanda Austin
Amanda Austin
Delicious gluten and dairy free options with very nice coffee. Great play area for the kids too!

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The Little White Rabbit

106 Seabury Avenue, Foxton Beach 4815, New Zealand
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Glenda Phillips
Glenda Phillips
Gluten free salmon bagel!! Was very tasty with a generous serving of salmon. What a find! There's a small gift shop in the cafe too that sells a variety of wee treasures.

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Parnells Cafe

349 Victoria Avenue, Whanganui 4500, New Zealand
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Scott Mackay
Scott Mackay
Lots of good food. Spacious. Had no indication of Gluten Free options on menu, and wait staff had to go into kitchen 5 times to ask what was GF.

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Big Mountain Burgers

17 Goldfinch Street, Ohakune 4625, New Zealand
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Gizzy Loop
Gizzy Loop
I had a gluten free burger and absolutely loved it! One of the best burgers I have had in a while, highly recommended if you’re looking for a burger place in the area!

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Four Doors Down Cafe

267 Broadway, Marton 4710, New Zealand
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A chill spot with a cozy vibe, perfect for unwinding, though service can be slow and orders may not always match expectations.

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Jared Wood
Jared Wood
Nice place to eat in Marton. Service was friendly and helpful. Lots of df/gf options. Food took a while to come out, especially as it seemed quiet. Biggest issue was my partner ordered dairy free/gluten free sandwich but it came out with cheese (not vegan cheese). We didn't bother mentioning it to the staff as they were getting ready to close up for the day and we just took what we could out of the food. My Spinach and mushrooms were very garlicky, much more than I prefered. Hash stack was nice, as we're the chips. The tea was delicious.

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AWHI,Community Cafe. At Square Edge

47 The Square, Palmerston North Central, Palmerston North 4410, New Zealand
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A cozy spot with regularly changing art displays and a tranquil vibe, plus a solid choice of cabinet food options to enjoy.

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Gareth Bell
Gareth Bell
Selection of cabinet food, including a few different gluten and dairy free options. Small local business trying to get going in this wonderful spot. Was quiet and peaceful when we visited. Art display changed regularly. I understand they're hoping to open their kitchen for menu meals in time.

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Three High Street Coffee House

3 High Street, Marton 4710, New Zealand
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Ben Sloane
Ben Sloane
Went in for coffee and to share some fries. Fries were cooked wonderfully, and coffee was great. We also got a gluten-free carrot cake, which went down a treat.

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The Song Bird - Art Studio & Coffee House

62 Cambridge Avenue, Ashhurst 4810, New Zealand
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Charlotte Donovan
Charlotte Donovan
So cute, three plant based milks available, coconut soy and almond. Gluten free food available too, couldn't see any vegan options but definitely vegetarian options.

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