Gluten-Free Restaurants near Gabriola, BC

“The best lattes Ive ever had!“

“We were a group of three for lunch yesterday. I had been going to Greek restaurants in Vancouver for 40 years before I moved back to Ucluelet. The wonderful experience surpassed all of the past ones with the best authentic lamb souvlaki and tzatziki, exceptional service and welcoming atmosphere I have ever experienced. Huge kudos to a truly destination restaurant.“

“came to this bistro for the first time on March 22, 2025 for a surprise 70th birthday for a family member. Found the setting comfortable, the staff knowledgeable, friendly and the service top notch. Ordered the platter for two and it was so good, the calamari was the best!! Our table numbered 15 people and all food arrived hot and all family was eating at the same time. This bistro is amazing!! As we travel to Gabriola Island fairly often, we will be stopping here for dinner again!!“

“LOVE the slapdown!!!! Always fast, always friendly, always kind when it comes to service. And always, always delicious when it comes to food!“

“We were just at this place. Great staff. Friendly. Food is amazing. I recommend Ironworks Cafe. Special mention to Renee, really friendly Thank you Rico and Rona“

“We visited twice the week of May 4-9; both times the food was excellent, fresh and flavorful; the drinks delicious; and the ambiance & service from Jordan and Nicki was outstanding - highly recommend, and if we ever visit Nanaimo again, we will be back to Bar Luna!“

“My "go to" restaurant. Last night had the Valentine's day special. Portions were generous and delicious. No room for dessert, so had to take the strawberry cheesecake home for later.“

“Best fish and chips ever!! ❤️❤️❤️“

“I used A Wee Cupcakery for my wedding to provide vegan and gluten-free cupcakes. They made six of each of four flavors, and the chocolate coconut was absolutely to die for! Even guests without dietary restrictions couldn’t resist. Attached is a photo of a happy bride who sampled each flavour. 😄 Delicious treats and fantastic service—I highly recommend them!“

“Definitely one of my favourite coffee shops. I visit regularly- the staff are very friendly and attentive, the atmosphere is always relaxed and welcoming. The coffee is first class!“

“The perfect way to start your day in Nanaimo! That first sip put me in a great mood that lasted all morning. Perfectly crafted coffee, cozy atmosphere, and a spot that clearly takes its craft seriously. Right on Commercial Street in the heart of the Arts District — easy to find, hard to leave. Highly recommend! ☕“

“Very good sushi, friendly staff who accommodate my allergy, and usually very little wait time.“

“Dined here for Lunch on a Saturday around the lunch hour and were able to find a table for six right away. The counter service went quickly, and the staff were friendly and helpful. The food came out relatively quickly, and within the party I recall that the salmon burger was a hit, and I quite enjoyed the poke bowl.

The limeade was much more like green tea than expected, but otherwise we really enjoyed everything during the visit.

Would recommend.“

“They have a little to-go station set up for the Summer night markets on Commercial Street. I got a grilled chicken skewer and spring rolls, both were fantastic! Service was fast and friendly.

I'll definitely try dine-in at some point :)“

“This by far is the best restaurant in Nanaimo. The lobster and crab ravioli was absolutely amazing - and the service is top notch. Special thanks to Vishal who made us feel so welcome!“

“This is our go to coffee shop! Great cinnamon buns and muffins! Lovely atmosphere and staff!“

“I wanted to find the best Nanaimo bar in Nanaimo and this place is a contender for that title. I tried the blackberry lavender bar. It had a nice light crust with a generous layer of filling and chocolate on top. The iced pina colada matcha was also a refreshing twist on the usual iced matcha flavours. Worth checking out!!!“

“Had a really nice BLT and coffee, great service Thanks“

“First time trying Noodlebox. I tried their pad thai with chicken (I've eaten many pad thais in Thailand). The flavor was spot on, but the noodle was undercooked. Beansprouts were crispy but there was no chives. :(
The cashier was friendly and the service was quick. Next time I'd like to try their Cambodian jungle curry. Sounds interesting.“

“Arrived at 2 so had options from the regular and happy hour menu. The street corn dip was fantastic. Combo plates included enchiladas and our favourite dish - Chile Rellenos. Great staff, funky atmosphere and amazing food. Can't wait to come back!“