Top 19 Gluten-Free Pet-Friendly Spots to Explore in Nelson

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

East St.

8 Church Street, Nelson 7010, New Zealand
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A cozy spot with a welcoming vibe, perfect for those seeking a comfortable dining experience and a variety of accommodating options.

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Wendy Ellis
Wendy Ellis
The food was absolutely delicious, and catered so well for my husband who is coeliac. The staff were very friendly and the restaurant had a great atmosphere.

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DeVille

22 New Street, Nelson 7010, New Zealand
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With a cozy courtyard vibe and standout coffee, this spot is a must-visit for tasty dishes that keep you coming back for more!

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Sven Olson
Sven Olson
Delicious food and chai; ended up going twice while I was in town because the gluten free cornbread with the eggs benedict was stuck in my mind. Skip the pork belly and go with the bacon though, a much better pairing.

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Burger Culture

279 Trafalgar Street, Nelson 7010, New Zealand
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Funky vibe with an awesome burger selection and a chill beer spot next door makes for a perfect hangout.

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Tanya W
Tanya W
Delicious amazing flavoured burgers. Big selection. Very accommodating with vegan & gluten free menu. Only negative was my partner said his gf bun was dry, suggest this be toasted. Funky vibe atmosphere with link to beer spot next door which goes hand in hand.

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Rust Kitchen and Spagalimis Pizza

228 Rutherford Street, Nelson 7010, New Zealand
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Quaint spot serving fabulous galettes and creative crepes, perfect for a casual meal and great coffee in a cozy atmosphere.

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Jenna Finlayson
Jenna Finlayson
Came here for lunch on a whim and was not disappointed! Delicious crepe options with option to swap any flavors for a gluten free galette base. We all had the crepes and all were fantastic. Great coffee too. Staff was extremely friendly. Highly recommend!

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Speight's Ale House Nelson

99 Quarantine Road, Annesbrook, Nelson 7011, New Zealand
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Sandra Lummis
Sandra Lummis
Had a fabulous lunch here. The staff were very helpful. My niece is coeliac and cannot have even a trace of gluten. The staff went above and beyond to make sure her meal was safe.

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Lone Star Nelson

90 Hardy Street, Nelson 7010, New Zealand
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Offering a cozy atmosphere with various seating options, this spot is all about delightful dishes and a warm vibe, perfect for a lively night out.

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Tamara Peneamene
Tamara Peneamene
I cannot speak more highly of the service here . So friendly and accommodating. My daughter who has allergies to dairy eggs nuts soy and gluten . It's very daunting going out so I had rung to ask before we came . I understand the pressure being the mum an also because I'm a restaurant manager. The staff out front are absolutely amazing 👏. I thank you all so much ❤ . You have made our night so enjoyable. Thank you Thank you . Good staff are so hard to find . You are all doing fantastic 👏

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Sweet As Cafe

270 Trafalgar Street, Nelson 7010, New Zealand
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Enjoy a bustling vibe with a lovely outdoor seating area, generous portions, and a mix of unique sweets and vegan delights.

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Ami Kennedy
Ami Kennedy
Love this cafe, friendly helpful staff and outdoor seating under the trees!!! Iced chocolate and gluten free toast with spreads. Mmmmm appreciations for the work you do...at sweet as

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The Deck Cafe Tahuna

70 Beach Road, Tāhunanui, Nelson 7011, New Zealand
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Get ready for a tasty experience with unique options, a separate cabinet for goodies, and reasonable prices that'll keep you coming back!

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carol parkinson
carol parkinson
Requested gluten free cheesy fries with bacon. It was delicious! The counter staff explained the separate frier & that it would be 20 mins; but it was well worth the wait. Also had 6 different slices & biscuits in a separate cabinet. Very friendly & knowledgeable service.

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Sprig + Fern Tavern, Tahuna

13 Beach Road, Tāhunanui, Nelson 7011, New Zealand
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Mark Jansen
Mark Jansen
Dog Friendly, Bike Friendly, Gluten Free friendly, and with Cider... Heaven

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Victus Coffee & Eatery

111 Bridge Street, Nelson 7010, New Zealand
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A cozy spot with a lovely vibe, perfect for casual meetups, offering a tempting variety of dishes that cater to various preferences.

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Ginger Williams
Ginger Williams
Best gluten free options! Great atmosphere and friendly staff!

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The Function Room Cafe

113 Nile Street, Nelson 7010, New Zealand
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Charming café with a stunning design and relaxing vibes, perfect for enjoying a variety of delicious choices near Nelson CBD.

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Monika de Neef MacGill
Monika de Neef MacGill
A beautifully designed café, great ambiance indoors and outdoors, with mellow background music for a pleasant relaxed experience. A true gem close to Nelson CBD to dine in or to take away. Superfriendly staff, and lots of food & drinks choices including gluten-free and diary-free options. I had a delicious home-made chia pudding for breakfast and a great tasting latte. Kudos to Nani and her team, the 5 stars are absolutely well-deserved.

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The Vic Public House

281 Trafalgar Street, Nelson 7010, New Zealand
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Sarah Wallace
Sarah Wallace
Food was not good today. Service was good. Double check the gluten free, the current staff don't know what is what. And check for toilet paper, there wasn't any....

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Krua Bangkok

563 Main Road Stoke, Nelson 7011, New Zealand
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Gareth Lauchlan
Gareth Lauchlan
Very friendly and polite staff, not to mention awesome food. Great option if you are Coeliac and are after gluten free food.

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Tahuna Breakfast Club

37 Tahunanui Drive, Tāhunanui, Nelson 7011, New Zealand
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Ailis Chapman
Ailis Chapman
Amazing coffee, delicious food, wonderful service what more could you want! Great gluten free and dairy free options.

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Anchor Restaurant & Bar

62 Vickerman Street, Port Nelson, Nelson 7010, New Zealand
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A bustling waterfront spot that's popular with an older crowd, perfect for drinks, though be ready for a bit of a wait.

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Anna Johnson
Anna Johnson
Really disappointing gluten-free fish and chips meal. Fish didn't taste fresh and it wasn't battered. I can do better myself at home with gluten-free tempura batter. The salad didn't appear fresh either. I really liked the chips though. My friend said one of her pieces of fish didn't taste right either and neither of us felt 100% on the way home. Anchor used to have a really good name.

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Babagatto Italian Restaurant

7 Morrison Street, Nelson 7010, New Zealand
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An incredible spot with accommodating vibes, quick service, and deliciously cooked offerings that keeps diners coming back for more.

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Hayden Keppel
Hayden Keppel
this is me leaving my first and only google review. this place is incredible. the staff were the kindest people ever and so catering, I reserved a table for 6pm and at 5:50pm called up to change my reservation time to 6:30pm because we were running late and they were so incredibly polite about it and made it such an easy experience. the food we got was cooked to absolute perfection and tasted so good, and as someone with celiac, there were so many gluten-free options to choose from which is sometimes hard to come across. the serving times were relatively quick considering that the restaurant was almost a full house. overall my experience was an 11/10 and I will definitely be bringing my girlfriend back here in the future.

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Taaj Indian Restaurant & Takeaway in Nelson

140 Tahunanui Drive, Tāhunanui, Nelson 7011, New Zealand
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Geeta Tiwari
Geeta Tiwari
It's always amazing dining here. The food is superb and the staff is very friendly. Menu has a lot of gluten free options which is one the things that always attract me. Highly recommended 👌

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Little Dynamite Go Go Food & Coffee

484 Main Road Riwaka, Motueka, Nelson 7198, New Zealand
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Kevin Mountford
Kevin Mountford
The best gluten free wraps in the South Island

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