Gluten-Free Restaurants in Nanaimo, BC

“Pretty much the best take out in Nanaimo. If you like perogies you will LOVE this place.“

“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!!“

“Asteras provides a wonderful dining experience with beautiful surroundings, excellent range of favourites and specials, and attentive servers. I absolutely love the calamari too!“

“Best vegan food in Nanaimo! Highly recommend checking it out“

“We had an amazing treat at Ironworks Cafe & Creperie. So many tempting choices, both sweet and savoury. Three of us wanted to share two crepes, and asked if our choices could be cut into thirds. Renee plated the thirds individually with full garnishes. 🌟🌟🌟 We had the ‘Four Berries and Cream” (sweet) and the ‘Spinach, Artichoke & Brie” (savoury). Hmmmmm. Latte was excellent. 🌟 Locally owned, caringly staffed, local ingredients. So impressed. Thank you.“

“excellent food. I've been a couple of times and will definitely be back.“

“Amazing food, amazing service. Rarely been happier than with a Van Isle Poutinerie poutine in my hand. If you see the truck don't hesitate to turn around and visit Danielle and Ashley.“

“Highly recommended. We have bought many cakes and cookies from Oh Happy Bake, everything is great.“

“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.“

“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!“

“Exceptional service! Friendly and down to earth. And yes they make top Nanaimo bars—you gotta get em before they sell out! And you gotta while in Nanaimo! Eclectic sitting area with lots of chairs in a nice downtown district. I’ll be back!“

“Feeling blue? Bar Luna has the answer to all your woes, with tacos and handhelds of the food in a blanket variety, I had the al pastor pork tacos with their spiciest offerings of in house hot sauce (hot enough to melt the tastebuds right off your tongue!) washed down with the Blue Island Iced Tea (with edible candied orange slice!) The perfect spot, nestled away in the quiet corners of Nanaimo BC 10/10 would recommend to anyone in the area, looking for a classy, comfortable, warm and inviting environment with all the tasty tacos and fixings for a spice aficionado like myself!“

“The cupcakes make me life my mood. No words would do justice to the cupcakes they serve. Must try Red velvet if you like less sweet flavor. My friends like coconut coffee cupcake. But all the cupcakes are fantastic and fresh. The owner is also kind and honest with her work. Must try!“

“Stumbled upon this great little spot in Nanaimo while visiting the Island. Quick and short drive from Departure Bay. Very friendly and accommodating staff. Great ambiance. The food and coffee were great and arrived quickly. Definitely a spot worth a visit.“

“The new patio rocks. I must say the host , the gentleman that brought us to our table was incredibly polite and super helpful.
Highly recommend this place as the staff are a joy to be around as they all seem to love their job and that makes us enjoy our night.“

“Their fish is battered with a potato-rice flour combination that was the crispiest fish & chips I've ever had. The food and service were fantastic. The entire kitchen is gluten-free, a great addition to our community. I can't wait to eat there again.“

“I recently ordered the Butter Chicken Rice at Noodle Box, and it was absolutely amazing! The dish was flavorful and packed with a generous amount of tender chicken. The portion size was perfect, and each bite was a delight. A big shoutout to Shakil, who provided excellent service and made the experience even better. The ambiance is warm and inviting, which makes it the ideal spot for enjoying good food in a comfortable setting. Highly recommend Noodle Box – tasty food and a great vibe!“

“Lovely coffee and muffin on a rainy day. Guest were enjoying themselves, staff were polite, and there’s lots of art on the walls“

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

“Great place to have a business lunch with a great view. Staff are always knowledgeable and professional, and seat us very quickly.“

“Last day I went there and had butter chicken poutine. It was so good. And it’s my favourite one. I’ve never had a poutine like that before. Moreover the customer service was good. Very friendly employees. Definitely gonna go there every time.“

“On the Nanaimo Bar trail! The peanut butter one was so good that it could have ate the whole thing myself, but I shared. They serve Umbria coffee, which is yummy. They have some lunch items and were out of both strawberry and blackberry lavender Nanaimo bars. Sufficient tables for 2-4 people. Quiet music in background so it's great for conversation. Cute party of old city area with a cluster of shops to wander around.“

“This place is amazing. The food here is mouthwatering, authentic, and always served with a smile. The restaurant is a beautiful little place with many gorgeous plants and artwork. Highly recommend checking it out. The curry trio is absolutely amazing.“

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

“The aesthetic is comforting. like you're walking into someone's house. The food is amazing! and a pitcher of margaritas? YES PLEASE!“

“Table we were originally sat at was high and the chairs felt like I was sitting in a bucket which made the table top at high chest level. So noisy I asked to be moved outside to the heated deck area, which was a lot quieter although chairs were still not very comfortable.“

“Great food and awesome service.“

“Loved the food and service😁 very friendly staff❤️“