Top 48 Gluten-Free Dining Spots Across Kitchener

R Steinb

Best place to go for gluten free food! Totally recommended! Wish there would be one store in Toronto! Susie is amazing!!!

Joel Desjardins

Mel’s Diner offers a classic diner experience with friendly staff, good food, and a retro vibe. We came at 9:30 on a Sunday and had a 20-minute wait for a table to open for 5 people, which felt like a reasonable wait time. There was counter seating available for smaller groups. We ordered quite a lot of food, and all of it was pretty good— nothing life-changing but a good, solid diner breakfast, with surprisingly good coffee. I typically find diner coffee to be pretty underwhelming. Mel’s menu also caters well for vegan and gluten-free people, which is something a lot of diners and breakfast places are missing. Mel’s has been around for a long time, and it makes sense why good food at reasonable prices with something for everyone on their menu.

Ian McKee-Judd

Great friendly staff. Yummy gluten free hamburger 🍔🍔🍔🤤🤤

Vanessa Monto

I had a wonderful experience at Ottawa St South Street Burger!! I eat gluten free and they were very knowledgeable, safe and answered all my one million questions!! I would recommend to anyone who needs to eat gluten free :) Thank you!!

Deborah Small

GLUTEN FREE options available!!! Service was fast and friendly. The portions were large, came quickly, and were delicious!This is a place where the chef takes pride in the food they serve. Love it.

Laurie Starra

We explicitly asked if the tuna bowl was gluten free and our server told us it was. We took our order to go. After eating it we saw a small note on the box that said sauces are not GF. My daughter has been throwing up since she ate. Very very disappointed.

Chelly Davies

We just had my birthday dinner here with my husband, parents and grandmother and I will recommend it to everyone. Our server Luigi started with the history of the building, and had us laughing in minutes with his charming anecdotes from Italy. It was like we got entertainment with our dinner… it was so memorable. The food was delicious, we all had different meals and did not have one complaint. Smoked pork chops, battered fish and chips, prime rib and blackened chicken taco salad. Being my birthday I was given a free dessert and they even accommodated my gluten allergy with a flourless chocolate brownie in cherry sauce. Absolutely delicious. But Luigi charmed us, left us absolutely breathless with laughter and swept my grandma off her feet by walking her out and serenading her in Italian. She said she’d never had so much fun. We are full of gratitude and I hope someone can share that video with me of the serenade :) Book your visit now and request Luigi!! You won’t regret it.

Bradley Lacey

Edit: I spoke with Brandon the owner and agreed to come back. As previous the pizza and drinks were great. Both Brandon and his brother were apologetic and made sure we had a great time. While they could have just ignored it, they owned the issue which says a lot. We will be back. I recently dined in at The Civil with some friends. I had heard great things about it and was eager to try it. On arrival our waiter, did seem relatively new to the role, to give this context, I have worked in Food and Beverage in 6 countries for large luxury hotels. He was pleasant and made every effort to accommodate. Received our initial drinks and they were well presented and tasty (Flights). We ordered pizzas and my girlfriend made sure to advise the waiter she does have a gluten intolerance and ordered the gluten friendly specific pizza crust. When her pizza was brought out, I clarified with the waiter it was gluten friendly and he said yes. Immediately following ran back to the table to let her know he made a mistake and forgot to make that note for the kitchen and he would get it fired immediately. To this point no issues and it was handled well. I understand mistakes sometimes happen and appreciated his sense of urgency in resolving it. They also waived the charge for her pizza which I thought was a kind gesture. The new pizza took approximately 18 minutes to come out of the kitchen. At this point everyone else is done eating. What really left a negative taste in my mouth was the conversation I overheard between our new server and who I believed to be the manager. His words were "you need to go talk to that table, there time is up and we need the table, They need to settle the bill." I can appreciate that they have policies in place and agree with the application of it, but at this point, my girlfriend has just gotten her pizza, is a slice in and we now have a waiter telling us its time to go. We were not here this long because we wanted to be, but rather as a result of you and your staff's actions, or lack there of. I am disappointed that we were made to feel like we were an inconvenience in a situation that we had little control over. The pizza was great, and overall the service was okay, but in light of the way in which we were treated, I will not be returning and could not wholeheartedly recommend this restaurant to anyone else.

aansh patel

I have a gluten allergy, so I ordered the harvest salad, and it was perfect! The staff took the time to explain the gluten-free options in detail, which made me feel comfortable and well taken care of. I really appreciated their attentiveness!

Eunice

The oysters are very fresh, the stake is done to your liking, the sides are incredible, but I must mention the Bartender/Mixologist Karolina and her amazing creations, the latest is called "call me crazy" a mixture of tequila,grapefruit and other citrus with an smoked pepper finish, just delicious!! Also the gluten free chocolate cake is to die for...

Khadra Ali

I picked this restaurant for my family and i for breakfast because they meintioned they have gluten free options. When we 3ntered the restaurant i asked the lady if they had gf options just to confir and she confirmed. I ordered benedict eggs with toast, when it was served we asked if it was GF and the waiteress said it was not gf hence she brought me gf bread with eggs. I called her yesterday to confirm again if the sweet potatoes fries were gf and she confirmed it was gf because they use fresh sweet potatoes and they coat with chickpea flour. I now doubting about the bread if they really exchanged for gf. I have celiac disease, I haven't slept for two nights since Wednesday night because of excruciating pain all over my body. I usually feel pain during the day but if it gets worse at night. I have never experienced this much pain before. I will never go to this Cafe again and if you have celiac disease or any food sensitivity stay away from this Cafe.

Catherine Colley

This was my first time in this location and I really enjoyed it. We took my mom for mother's Day. I was a little disappointed that they didn't have specials for mother's Day, but that's not a necessity. The food was quite good. 2 of us has the bison burger and the last had a French dip. I would recommend them both. The gluten free options were pretty good, but I think they could be better. A separate fryer or buying gluten free bacon bits would be easy. The sides were lacking for gluten free and the overlap of vegetarian and gluten free is surprisingly low. The hot chocolates we had were quite bad. Not sure what they're using, but I would honestly just not serve it rather than serving that.

Richard Loeffler

Have to say the food and service are +10….. Great menu selection, and also a good bar menu if interested. They also have gluten free and a kids menu also. They make sure you have a great portion of food, and you can see how the staff and even the managers are working. D making your experience a good one.

Brienna Rose

I dealt with the owner, Andrea and her husband. They are extremely knowledgeable about ingredients and allergies. I have celiac and feel confident after conversing with them and eating there that they care enough to take the time with food prep. They are also generous with proportions and had good ideas about ingredient combos! 6** review! **It's best to be clear about severity of allergy with any other staff members

Patrick Carriere

Roasted beet salad, red pepper soup and turtle cheese cake all gluten-free! Washed with it down with a peach sangria. Everything was great ! Eating out anywhere is expensive now so I cannot critique the cost. To top off this evening our server Christina was absolutely fantastic! Attentive to gluten free requirements, patient and friendly, this earned her the largest tip I have given in ages.

Tammy Joudrey

Great little spot, l even bought a yeti sticker for my kayak.. They even have gluten options...

Tracy Knueven

Our new favorite spot when visiting Kitchener! Our daughter and son-in-law just moved from the states and we were here visiting them. We came here two nights in a row because it was so so good! The first night we had the tapas small plates…olives, chicken nuggets, pork belly, scallops ….all were excellent! Service from Jack was top notch as well. Second night we went back for the burgers and more chicken nuggets, and it was one of the best bacon cheeseburgers I have ever eaten! So full of flavor, it melted in your mouth, ah so good. My wife loved the lavender drink as well. They were very accommodating with gluten-free options… Their attention to detail was fantastic. The ambience and the staff are all very welcoming. Just what you want in a local restaurant. I’m a huge fan.

Chantale

Fantastic customer service. Lots of gluten-free options.

Shelley Irvine

Zena was well informed on Celiac so I was comfortable eating here.

amy mckerron

Delicious food and so unique. I only wish they had more gluten free options and allergy practices, before my celiac diagnosis I loved going here. I still dream about their onion rings

J

OMG...this has to be the BEST Indian food we have ever had! Update: ever since our first visit, we have returned at least half a dozen times and have NEVER been disappointed. Parking in the small plaza is plentiful and free. The Grand Mehfil has free Wi-Fi. The inside of the restaurant was extremely clean. I visited the men's room, which is a good indicator of how clean a restaurant really is, and was amazed on how absolutely clean the washroom was. The Grand Mehfil has an authentic look and feel and plays authentic Indian music, which is something we actually enjoy and appreciate, rather than playing other music that doesn't fit the restaurant. The food: this is one of the best, if not the best tasting Indian food we have ever had! Even though the Vegatable Pakoda and Honey Chilli Potato are deep fried, there was practically no grease left over on our plates. The two appetizers actually filled us up and were very tasty. I loved the heat/spicey on the Honey Chilli Potato! The Paneer Tikka Butter Masala and the Kadhai Paneer are the two entrees we had and would definitely recommend them!! I love spicy food and would definitely recommend the Kadhai Paneer; it's not overwhelming and very flavourful. The Paneer Tikka Butter Masala was absolutely fantastic! Flavour upon Flavour!! The chef(s) needs to be complemented. The staff is extremely friendly and very helpful. They offered suggestions and recommendations and accommodate minor changes in their food and drinks. The menu is vast and will take some time to go through. It contains different options such as vegan, vegetarian, gluten free and obviously meat. My thanks to all the staff, the greeter, the waiter, the server, the kitchen staff and the cleaning staff, all of you do an excellent job! My only suggestion is that on the "Tip Guide" located at the bottom of the receipt, in the amounts of 5%, 10% and 15%, these amounts should be based on pre tax total and not post tax total; we don't need to tip our government.

Matthew Stewart

Called and ordered food for pickup. Friendly staff to deal with and answered our questions about the food we intended to order (partner is celiac so it is important to make sure items are gluten free). Food was great! Fried plantains were perfectly done, and the jerk chicken was the best I have ever tasted. Goat curry is very flavourful. I highly recommend checking them out :)

Lauren Hoeft (Elv02)

5/5 sandwich! They’re really nice and very accommodating, offering a variety of buns including 2 gluten free options! Echoing many others this is absolutely a great place for lunch after an especially long wait at the post office

Herman Anker

Super tasty gluten free wraps!

Scott Roberts

This is the best food, service, mixed drinks and wine pairing, and experience I’ve had. Ever. Thank you Wes and team. Everything is locally sourced, the menu is updated often is a great way, my food allergy was accounted for and they will accommodate all allergies including celiac. My previous favourite restaurant was in Europe. We’re luck to have world class dining in the Kitchener Waterloo area.

Jennifer Anne Werezak

KETO and GLUTEN-FREE FEAST! 😍 Lunch here always makes my day!! Mackenzie greeted me with a huge smile and graciously took care of my coupon. I dined-in ~ 11:30am and that is a great time to enjoy a quiet lunch here, with my feet basking in the sun 🌞 🌞 and my laptop plugged in (it was a working lunch). Can't beat free wifi! (Electrical outlet near the storefront window) The alfalfa sprouts were OH SO crispy and everything was fresh as can be. Thanks Pita Pit team for nourishing my body and for having great staff like Mackenzie! 🥰 They also have a cute bingo program to encourage kids to eat healthier. 💪 Love that! Options for keto, omnivoire, OMAD, gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, corn-free, hypoallergenic, grain-free, raw-foodist and paleo! All food groups are available and everhthing is so fresh n clean. A seriously well run business (Ive been here once a week, every week for a while now). 100% wheelchair accessible entrance, bathroom and dining area. Lots of parking!

Jeremy Hutchings

I love this place for breakfast. I've tried most of the options on the menu and they're all pretty good. They have good protocols with celiac disease and have some excellent gluten free options. Great prices too. I recommend it

L Z

They are making the best gluten free pizza in the city o/a, and their fish is absolutely delicious. I will always return here. Thank you!

Devin Walsh

Great buffet! Accommodates gluten allergy also!

Sarah Salmond

I came here for the first time today for the buffet and was blown away! Fantastic flavours, and wonderful vegetarian/gluten free options! I will definitely be back 😃

Darrin Noble

One of the best meals I have had in KW if not the best. Don’t let the short menu fool you, every dish is a bombshell and if you talk nice to the chef, he does some amazing vegetarian and gluten free.

Lisa Puersten

Love this place! Always accommodating for a gluten free patron. The bar is a great spot to chat it up or watch a game & the bartenders are top notch! Try the parm fries (light on the truffle oil) with a glass of recommended red!

BC McLeod

The menu is bar food & salads and we pleasantly surprised at how good the food was, including the gluten free pizza. Was there for a birthday party with about 30-40 people. Briana was our server and she was super nice, attentive and efficient.

Jessica Olmstead

The vibe in this place is on point. Peaky Blinders would have loved the sultry couches in the front, period lighting and smoky feel to the joint. Think worn leather + bourbon + occasional old west gun fights. Drinks are layered with elevated flavours and the menu has a ton of delicious gluten free options. Portion sizes are generous and hearty.

Steve Sande

I love that gluten free injera is always available.

Steve Atkinson

Excellent food, excellent family oriented service. My wife is celiac and Chef Alan came out and very thoroughly explained all food she could eat and gave his recommendations. We left very satisfied and looking forward until our next dinner.

Coach Marilynn

The cabbage rolls were really, really good! I asked about the ingredients because I need dairy free and gluten free meals; these were perfect! This food is definitely homemade and European style; comfort food for sure!

Lisa Yeo

Definitely a hidden gem. Went in unsure of what to expect, and was presently surprised! Very celiac friendly, best gluten-free tortillas I've ever had. Cocktails were so delicious!

Nicole Bruder

I had a wonderful experience at this restaurant while staying at the hotel for a hockey tournament. When I informed our server than my son has celiac disease, they promptly arranged for a manager to come discuss which of the gluten-friendly options were truly suitable for a person with celiac disease. To top it off, our meals were exceptionally delicious!

Jorge y bicky Mata

Friendly & good service. Or alot of gluten-free or dairy-free options. Food was good, portions are average.

Letemariam Beyene

Gluten free I feel like I lost my money

S R Millard

Awesome found more food that I could eat wi5h the help of the staff. I told them I was gluten intolerant and they advised on what dishes I would be able to eat.👍👍

Bicky Nguyen

Great service, great food! Limited options for gluten-free & dairy-free, but whatever is available is delicious!!!

Vikki Pink

Love that I can customize my meal for my intolerances and allergies. The salads are amazing even without the ability to enjoy within a pita due to gluten intolerance and refusal to eat such a high calorie gluten pita. Staff were attentive and made it how I asked. Priced accordingly. Healthy meal. Tasty as heck.

Silly Goose

Beautiful dining restaurant with a fair price, organized system, friendly & hospitable staff, and clean. Hand down, the BEST sushi place in Kitchener-waterloo-cambridge area. My family has eaten here many times and we plan to continue visiting. The food selection is great with something for everyone (kids, vegan, gluten free options) and everything tastes so good. Portion sizes are small, however, there is an option to pay as buffet when eating inside the establishment. Don't be shy with the lime/lemon slices on the skewers- that's the best combo. Most importantly - bathrooms and always clean and spacious. Thank you! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sidenote: I hope you have lots of business and great tips. Please try to not raise prices 😭🙏 we love it here.

Trudy Paul

It was great that they had gluten-free options My steak was delicious! Friendly staff. Great place to go out with friends and family. This was my first visit.

Jeff Bickle

I attended Moxies for my first time ever this May 2025. I was very pleasantly greeted by Ruby the hostess who handled my food allergy to gluten extremely well. Also, upon meeting my waitress Mac, she did a tremendous job of handling my allergy and speaking to the back chef ensuring no cross-contamination occurred. She was very attentive and knowledgeable. And then was greeted by Jack, who also was very professional courteous and gave me a free appetizer for the next time I come in. When you have an allergy, it is greatly appreciated. The lengths that the staff went this evening. Also, the food was tremendously good with great variety. I will definitely be returning and bringing my family members as well. Thank you to Moxie‘s in Kitchener

Barb Cassivi

Food was amazing, everyone in our group loved the food. They were very accommodating for food issues such as gluten free, and food sensitivities. service was very pleasant but a little slow. Wonderful experience