Feature image credit: Duke of Brunswick Hotel
If you’re on a gluten-free diet, whether by choice or by necessity, you’re probably well aware of how tricky it is to dine out without worrying that your food is 100% gluten free and coeliac friendly.
Fortunately, a number of restaurants, hotels, cafes, and bakeries have made it their mission to serve delicious gluten-free food in dedicated, coeliac-safe spaces.
Here, we’ve compiled a list of some of our favourites.
Please note that while each of these businesses has confirmed they are coeliac-friendly (as of the publishing date), we recommend contacting them directly with any questions or specific allergy concerns.
Restaurants and Hotels
La Chiva Taqueria
La Chiva on Grote Street is a gluten-free Mexican taqueria known for its creative tacos and fusion flavours. Everything is made from scratch, including tortillas using traditional Mesoamerican methods. The menu mixes global influences with Mexican staples, and the lively venue offers a fun, fast-paced dining experience with a Spanish-leaning wine list.
“We don’t have any flour on premises. The only thing with gluten are a few of the beers,” the restaurant said.
La Chiva Taqueria
Where: 42 Grote St, Adelaide
When: Tuesday – Thursday: 11:30am 3pm | Friday – Saturday: 11:30am – late
For more information, click here.
The Duke of Brunswick Hotel
The Duke of Brunswick, affectionately known as the dob, offers a 100% gluten-free kitchen, making it an all inclusive spot for those with coeliac disease or gluten sensitivities. The venue is dedicated to creating an inclusive dining experience where dietary needs are taken seriously. It claims to be “Adelaide’s first pub with a 100% gluten-free kitchen.”
“We’re coeliac friendly,” a hotel representative said. “Our whole kitchen is fully gluten free.”
The Duke of Brunswick Hotel
Where: 207 Gilbert St, Adelaide
When: Seven days from 11:30 till late
For more information, click here.
Jump Ship Brewing
The team at Jump Ship Brewing tell us their staff are trained specifically to avoid cross contamination, However, as the venue is a brewery, it is unable to be certified gluten free. Their menu states “all meals are Gluten Free unless otherwise stated.” The team tell us “lots of GF families are return customers so that’s the biggest tick that we are getting it right.”
Jump Ship Brewing
Where: 11-13 Edinburgh St, Port Lincoln
For more information, click here.
Kenny’s at Churchill
Kenny’s, formerly on Hindley Street, prides itself on a fully gluten free kitchen, saying it’s “always gluten free, and always dairy free.”
Known for their triple-cooked chips made from SA potatoes, the menu also includes wraps, salad packs, cookies, and kid-friendly meals. With a bright, nostalgic fit-out and plenty of seating, it’s a fresh, health-conscious take on classic takeaway.
If you have any other allergies or sensitivities, you can check Kenny’s allergens list here: kennys.au/allergens.
Kenny’s
Where: Shop 7, Churchill Centre, 400 Churchill Road, Kilburn
When: Wednesday to Sunday 11:30am to 8:30pm
For more information, click here.
Port Admiral Hotel
The Port Admiral Hotel is a historic pub located in Port Adelaide’s oldest building, dating back to 1849. Revived in 2023, the venue blends heritage charm with a modern, inclusive approach. The pub offers a 100% gluten-free menu and houses an upstairs art gallery showcasing local talent. Family and pet friendly, the space is designed to be welcoming for all.
Listed proudly by the Port Admiral Hotel, is, “We make sure every dish served is 100% gluten-free – so no matter what your order is, there’s no nasty gluten hiding inside under this roof!”
Port Admiral Hotel
Where: 55 Commercial Rd, Port Adelaide
When: Open seven days from 11:30 till late
For more information: click here
Cafes
Gluten Free Cafe Farmhouse Meadows
Known for its delicious sweet treats and coeliac-friendly options, this charming little cafe is tucked away in a cosy shopfront in Meadows. It’s hosted gluten free high tea, and we’ve heard the tiramisu is a must-try.
“All our processes are fully gluten free. That’s what we do!” the cafe told Glam Adelaide.
Gluten Free Cafe Farmhouse Meadows
Where: 15 Battunga Road, Meadows
When: Open Thursday – Sunday mornings
For more information, click here.
Nutrition Republic
Nutrition Republic is a wholesome cafe with two locations in Adelaide, one in Bowden and another in Goodwood. Since 2013, it has built a loyal following by serving nourishing, predominantly plant-based food and drinks that are gluten, dairy, and refined sugar free.
“Our menu is simple and nourishing, predominately plant-based, with all food items being gluten, dairy and refined sugar free. This is the way it will always be,” Nutrition Republic stated.
Nutrition Republic
Where: 1/100 King William Road, Goodwood & Plant 4, 5 Third Street Bowden
When: 7am – 2pm Mon to Fri | 8am – 2pm Sat | 9am – 2pm Sun
For more information, click here.
Bakeries
Food For You Especially
Food For You Especially began when the owner couldn’t find gluten-free bread and baked goods she could trust. Since then, the bakery has grown steadily, now offering a menu that coeliacs can truly get excited about.
“I was having difficulty finding fresh baked gluten free food that I could trust as a coeliac. In 2009 my husband joined me and we opened our exclusively gluten free bakery,” said owner Sue Manning.
Food For You Especially
Where: 93 Walkerville Tce, Walkerville
When: Tuesday to Saturday
For more information, click here.
Gluten Free Creations
Gluten Free Creations is a dedicated gluten-free bakery supplying retail and wholesale customers with baked goods made in a 100% gluten-free kitchen. They also offer dairy-free, vegan, raw, and keto options, and are open to expanding their range to meet customer needs.
Gluten Free Creations told us “All products are baked in a dedicated gluten-free kitchen.”
Gluten Free Creations
Where: Shop B/1329 North East Road, Tea Tree Gully
When: 8am – 5:30pm Mon – Thurs | 8am – 6pm Fri | 8am – 3pm Sat
For more information, click here.
Gluten Free 4 U
Gluten Free 4 U Adelaide is known for offering one of the state’s largest ranges of gluten-free baked goods.
Gluten Free 4 U
Where: 269 North East Road, Hampstead Gardens
When: 8:30 – 3:30pm Mon – Sat
For more information, click here.
Yummy Bunny
Yummy Bunny is one of the only fully gluten free bakeries on the road trip from Mount Gambier to Adelaide. Although she herself doesn’t have a gluten intolerance, two of 16-year-old owner Janni’s siblings live with coeliac disease. Since she is the baker of the family, she knew she wanted to create a space where everyone can safely enjoy delicious treats without worry.
Yummy Bunny
When: Weekends from 7am until 12pm or sold out
Where: 3/7 Compton Street, Mount Gambier
For more info, click here.
Dessert and Sweets
Heidelberg Cakes
“It’s so good you won’t believe it’s gluten free,” is what a representative told us the bakery’s motto is. The cake maker wants everyone to enjoy their cakes and is pretty confident that they’re just as good as the ones with gluten.
“We don’t use any glutenous flour in the bakery because flour dust particles can settle on other products and that can be super dangerous for people with severe allergies,” Heidelberg said.
Heidelberg Cakes
Where: 20 Nelson St, Stepney
When: 9am – 4pm Tues – Fri | 9am – 12pm Sat
For more information, click here.
OMG! Decadent Donuts
Craving a delicious donut without all the gluten? OMG Donuts has pop-up shops in the Adelaide Central Markets and Port Adelaide Plaza. On top of that, business are always popping up at various locations around Adelaide, and you’ve likely seen them at popular Adelaide events like the Fringe. Light, fluffy and full of flavour – OMG Donuts is a must-try if you’re gluten-free and in need of a hot cinnamon donut.
OMG Donuts tell us they are “Certified by Coeliac Australia,” alongside being certified by Vegan Australia, the Halal Authority of Australia and Kosher Australia.
OMG! Decadent Donuts
Where: Adelaide Central Market & Port Adelaide Plaza
When: Port Adelaide: 9:30am – 4:30pm | Central Market: 7:30 – 5pm Tues, 10am – 2pm Wed, 9am – 5pm Thurs, 7:30am – 9pm Fri, 7:30am – 3pm Sat
For more information, click here.
