The best gluten-free restaurants in Melbourne

From dumplings to donuts, missing out on delicious food is a thing of the past.

Hella Good

From the owners of Stalactites, Hella Good is serving up Coeliac Australia–accredited souvlaki. Their fresh take includes gluten-free pita bread and homemade sauces. Add chips and finish with rice pudding for the ultimate experience.

The Worker's Foodroom

Make a lunchtime pitstop at the newly renovated Worker's Foodroom for a nourishing feed. There are different specials every day of the week, but you'll always find a cabinet overflowing with big, bountiful Mediterranean salads. And they're almost all gluten free. Try spiced eggplant with za’atar roasted chickpeas, green superfood salad or heirloom carrots and parsnips.

Kudo

Tucked away on the ground level of The Windsor Hotel’s heritage wing is Kudo. Passionate about taste and texture, you'd never guess that their fluffy sourdough and sweet pastries are all gluten-free. It’s standing room only. With just enough space to perch and enjoy a sandwich with Ona coffee. Pop in for fresh oven baked cookies, canelés, choux puffs and airy chiffon cakes. 

Bowls Baby

There's nothing but whole foods hiding in the nourishing dishes at Bowls Baby. Everything on the menu is gluten free, refined sugar free and brimming with fresh, tasty ingredients. Grab a blended smoothie bowl or a loaded whole bowl. Think BBQ jackfruit, halloumi or a burrito bowl with a bevy of healthy add-ons.

Daniel’s Donuts

The six-pack from Daniel’s Donuts has something for every taste, from raspberry and white chocolate to the classic cinnamon. There's even a vegan and gluten-free jam donut, if that's your jam. Get your sweet treat at 238 Flinders Street.

Collins Coffee House

Iconic high tea, minus the belly ache? Yes please. The delightful spread at Collins Coffee House includes all the high tea staples like sandwiches, cakes, frittatas and fluffy scones. The bottomless, traditional and deluxe high teas can all be requested gluten free.

La Tortilleria

Taco lovers rejoice – everything at Kensington institution La Tortilleria is gluten free. Have a Mexican street food feast with tacos, chilaquiles or vegan ceviche. Don’t forget the margaritas!

Regretless

Calling all dessert-lovers with a food intolerance. Regretless is here to save the day with a menu of gluten-free, sugar-free and flourless options. Tucked away in an unassuming arcade, you'll have the choice of delicious sweets like a multi-layered purple yam crepe cake, loaded gluten-free waffles, house-made tiramisu and loads more tasty treats.

Spring Street Grocer

Spring Street Grocer is your new favourite deli. Create your own cheese board with provisions like smoked salmon, prosciutto and brie, or select their pre-made platter with gluten-free crackers. Order ahead to collect in-store.

Abla’s

Taste the flavours of Lebanon at Carlton icon Abla’s. The gluten-free falafel and crispy potatoes are a sure hit, and there's also plenty of vegan options on the menu alongside kafta and skewers. Order an abundant banquet to try it all.