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Address: 144 Morison Ave
Parksville
Phone: 250-954-3777Chef understands the issues, keen to help. Very good restaurant! -
Address: 444 Lerwick Rd
Courtenay
Phone: 250-334-3616Trusted by local celiacs -
Address: 1045 Terminal Ave N
Nanaimo
Phone: 250-591-0558Regular host to local celiacs, very accommodating -
Address: 450 Ryan Rd #8
Courtenay
Phone: 250-898-8858Regular host to local celiacs, very accommodating -
Address: 230 Menzies St
James Bay
Victoria
Phone: 250-388-0123Breakfast & brunch, can request GF flatbread. Keen to accommodate. -
Address: 5333 Cordova Bay Road
Cordova Bay
Phone: 250-658-4271 -
FEATUREDFeaturedAddress: 6560 Metral Dr
Nanaimo
Phone: 250-390-1955Pomme is proud to offer Nanaimo and the surrounding region the most healthy and ethically sourced gluten-free groceries, supplements and vitamins to be found. -
Address: 780 Fisgard St
Douglas
Victoria
Phone: 902.476.7732The Art of Slow Food Cafe & Bakery! Celiac-Friendly Sourdough Breakfast, Lunch, Pizza & Baked Goods. Vegan & Vegetarian, too. -
Address: 516 Fisgard St
Government
Victoria
Phone: 250-940-7177David Asprey inspired, keto-focused, 100% gluten-free cafe offers coffees, espressos, smoothies, all-day breakfast & light lunches. Organic, non-gmo, local. -
Address: 240 Cook Street, Unit 104 (tucked in behind Poke Fresh on Sutlej)
Cook-Fairfield
Victoria
Phone: 778-433-4490Cozy restaurant, modest GF offerings with Korean influence. Seafood Rolls: Tuna, Salmon, Negi Toro & Real Crab Rolls. Veggie Rolls: Cucumber, Avocado, Mango Avo. Let server know you are celiac, proper steps will be taken. -
Address: 176 Wilson Street
Esquimalt
Phone: 778-265-0500Huge menu. Take your pick. Staff will then consult with chef to see if it can be made gluten-free. Excellent ingredient awareness and cross contact prevention. Local celiac favourite! NOTE: deep-fried items are not GF. -
Address: 1208 Wharf St
Inner Harbour
Victoria
Phone: 778-432-2444Gluten-Free Fries, Poutine, Gravy, Burgers & Buns! Excellent protocol. Find them down the stairs below Finn's Restaurant on Wharf Street. NOTE: Corresponding food truck not celiac safe. -
Address: 3-1277 Island Hwy
Nanaimo
Phone: 250-591-0355All fries cooked in dedicated fryer. Not sure about status of deep-fried fish. Be sure to ask about the batter and if cooked in dedicated fryer. -
Address: 540 Fisgard St
Government
Victoria
Phone: 778-433-1544MAiiZ Nixtamal Tortillas are made from certified organic corn grown in Armstrong, BC, offering flavour, aroma, texture and elasticity. Available for purchase, patio dining, delivery and at fine restaurants & retailers throughout Victoria and Vancouver Island. -
Address: 2470 Beacon Ave
Sidney
Phone: 778-351-3543Menu indicates all curries gluten free. Separate deep-fryer for GF samosas. Knowledgeable staff will direct your choices. Avoid pakoras & breads, of course. -
Address: 777 Royal Oak Dr
Royal Oak-Broadmead
Victoria
Phone: 250-858-1909GF, DF light lunches & snacks. Staff is aware. Shop also from curated collection of quality, local GF brands. -
Address: 3031 Merchant Way
Langford
Phone: 250-483-3737Knowledgeable staff, wok thoroughly scrubbed between dishes, GF sauces -
Address: 1117 BC-17
Blanshard
Victoria
Phone: 250-383-0050Knowledgeable staff, wok thoroughly scrubbed between dishes, GF sauces -
Address: 2000 Cadboro Bay Rd #103
Oak Bay
Victoria
Phone: 250-598-0057Knowledgeable staff, wok thoroughly scrubbed between dishes, GF sauces -
Address: 777 Royal Oak Dr
Royal Oak-Broadmead
Victoria
Phone: 250-658-0057Knowledgeable staff, wok thoroughly scrubbed between dishes, GF sauces -
Address: 2328 Harbour Rd
Sidney
Phone: 250-656-4015Breakfast for B&B guests only. Separate prep area, dedicated toaster, most menu items can be adapted to gluten free. -
Address: 2526 Bevan Ave Sidney
Sidney
Phone: no phone - in person onlyWelcoming cafe on the sunny side of the street! Famous for their salads with GF dressings. Fabulous pre-wrapped Muffins, Nanaimo Bars & Cookies by Vegan Gluten Free dedicated bakery. -
Address: 9775 First St
Sidney
Phone: 250-220-8008Modest offerings (ie soups & salads). Formerly Haro's Restaurant. -
Address: 2400 Anderton Rd
Comox
Phone: 1-855-941-8810"GF snacks. All wines are labeled gluten free and vegan. Biodynamic winery with no added sulfites!" -
Address: 6750 Island Hwy N Unit 102B
Nanaimo
Phone: 250-751-3377"Very aware of cross contamination. GF items noted on menu. GF soy sauce. Caution: shared deep fryer." -
Address: 579 Johnson St
Inner Harbour
Victoria
Phone: 778-432-0664"GF items on menu. Chefs aware. Grab and go oni nigiri. Great for a quick, safe snack downtown. Have had the salmon and tuna oni nigiri without issue!" -
Address: 39 Commercial St
Nanaimo
Phone: 250-714-0271"GF items noted on menu. Lots of options for brunch & lunch. Allergy / celiac aware. Food brought out marked GF. Fabulous Thai curry bowl!" -
Address: 737 Pandora Ave
Inner Harbour
Victoria
Phone: 778-433-0363"GF items noted on menu. GF soy sauce." -
Address: 490 Pandora Ave
Inner Harbour
Victoria
Phone: 778-440-0490"GF items noted on menu. GF soy sauce. Eaten there many times without issue." -
Address: 101-9842 Resthaven Dr
Sidney
Phone: 250-656-6862"GF items on menu. Chefs very aware of cross contamination concerns. Change cutting board / knives." -
Address: 200-612 Fisgard St
Government
Victoria
Phone: 250-385-3288Owner very knowledgeable, able to deep fry GF items separately -
Address: 7 Victoria Rd
Nanaimo
Phone: 250-716-0323GF items noted on menu, shared deep fryer. -
Address: 102-5281 Rutherford Rd
Nanaimo
Phone: 250-585-5337Dedicated deep fryer, menu almost entirely gluten free & vegan -
Address: 2460 Renfrew Rd
Shawnigan Lake
Phone: 250-929-2555Dedicated deep fryer. GF notations on menu. Care Bakery buns! -
Address: 777 Royal Oak Dr (next to Pharmasave)
Royal Oak-Broadmead
Victoria
Phone: 250-380-06695-Star 'Fast Food,' made with fresh fish, fresh veggies & rice. Gourmet-quick service! -
FEATUREDFeaturedAddress: 631 Island Hwy E
Parksville
Phone: 250-951-6224100% Gluten Free Restaurant! El Faro has it all! Now in Parksville! Fish, chips, tortillas, poutines, tostadas, tacos, desserts & GF beer! -
Address: 240 Cook St
Cook-Fairfield
Victoria
Phone: (250) 380-06695-Star 'Fast Food,' made with fresh fish, fresh veggies & rice. Gourmet-quick service! -
Address: 2323 Millstream Rd
Langford
Phone: (250) 474-1989Cozy pub with comfort food. Menu items marked with a (G) can be adapted to gluten-free. Shared deep fryer so beware any deep-fried items marked as GF. -
Address: 537 Johnson St
Inner Harbour
Victoria
Phone: (778) 432-4565Victoria's newest LGBT2Q+ cocktail lounge. GF notations on menu. -
FEATUREDFeaturedAddress: 75 Front Street
Nanaimo
Phone: 250-753-CHIPPirate Chips in Nanaimo use two dedicated gluten-free deep fryers to serve celiac-friendly fish & chips, poutine, burgers, Deep-Fried S'Mores & more! -
Address: 150 Hirst Ave E
Parksville
Phone: 250-586-6979GF menu. Pho, lemongrass chicken & milky bubble tea. -
Address: 202-1925 Bowen Rd
Nanaimo
Phone: 250-756-7943GF menu. Pho, lemongrass chicken & milky bubble tea. -
Address: 3945 Quadra Street
Quadra
Victoria
Phone: 250-727-2710All dishes gluten free except for chapatti and deep-fried items. Let server know of your requirements. -
Address: 428 S Island Hwy
Campbell River
Phone: 778-420-5050Great place! -
Address: 48 Crease Ave
Douglas
Victoria
Phone: 778-265-5331Providing freeze-dried gluten-free meals and a complete line of disaster preparedness products. Free shipping on orders over $150. Canadian owned & operated. -
Address: 541 1st Avenue
Ladysmith
Phone: 250-924-8696Wild Poppy Market offers thoughtfully delicious grab & go meals, drinks, local brands and absolutely spectacular gluten-free baking! -
Address: 331 Campbell Street
Tofino
Phone: 250-725-3444Expect a safe meal, but be sure to ask questions. Seafood & steaks. Limited vegetarian & vegan options. -
Address: 726 Johnson St
Douglas
Victoria
Phone: 250-388-5975Lettuce wrapped burgers, gluten-free noted on menu, weekend brunch. NOTE: deep fryer no longer dedicated to gluten free. :( -
Address: 2155 Sooke Road
Colwood
Phone: 250-589-5007Big Wheel Burger has four Victoria locations to serve us Delicious! Real! Food! Fast! -
Address: 18 Whippletree Frontage Rd
Duncan
Phone: 250-597-8226Authentic Mexican food. Almost everything is GF or can be made GF. Hand-made corn tortillas. -
Address: 2680 James St
Duncan
Phone: 250-597-0995Almost all Dishes gluten free. Ask if their deep fryer is dedicated. Excellent sauces! -
Address: 1845 Renfrew Rd
Shawnigan Lake
Phone: 250-743-7400Everything but 1 starter is gluten free. As authentic as any restaurant we tried in Thailand! -
Address: 321 Selby St
Nanaimo
All baking gluten-free + vegan. Doughnuts! Muffins! Cookies! Sourdough bread! -
Address: 4833 Johnston Rd
Port Alberni
Phone: 250-724-5794Breakfast cafe, 'GF Choices' noted on menu -
Address: 530 Pandora Avenue, Victoria
Inner Harbour
Victoria
Phone: 250-590-2992100% plant-based. Celiac-safe crusts, separate gluten-free prep area, dedicated utensils, dedicated oven! Ice cream, too! -
Address: 320 5th St
Courtenay
Phone: 250-897-4700Very gluten-free savvy. Several ramen dishes GF. In-house-prepared GF broth. GF noodles sourced directly from Japan. Great care in ensuring no cross contact. -
Address: 22 Victoria Crescent
Nanaimo
Phone: 250-591-6988Knowledgeable -
Address: 180 5th St
Courtenay
Phone: 250-338-8885Great gluten-free wraps. Also in Nanaimo. -
Address: 238 Wesley Street
Nanaimo
Phone: 250-745-6524Great gluten-free wraps. Also in Courtenay. -
Address: 6581 Aulds Road Nanaimo V9T 6J6
Nanaimo
Phone: 250-390-0700Great gluten-free wraps! Also in Courtenay. -
Address: 431 1st Ave
Ladysmith
Phone: 250-924-1201GF notations, staff well-informed -
FEATUREDFeaturedAddress: 4824 Johnston Rd
Port Alberni
Phone: 250-720-0900Cooking up West Coast Freshness in a 100% Gluten-Free Kitchen. Enjoy fresh halibut, salmon, ling cod, fish & chips, burgers, desserts & more! -
Address: 2064 Comox Ave
Comox
Phone: 250-890-9200GF Menu, dedicated deep-fryer, fish & chips. Double check on current status of deep fryer. -
Address: 2040 Guthrie Rd
Comox
Phone: 250-941-5577Many GF items -
Address: 6686 Sooke Rd
Sooke
Phone: 778-352-1414Cozy pub fare, great sandwiches, daily specials. Can adapt. Shared deep fryer. -
Address: 212 5th St
Courtenay
Phone: 250-532-0241Caution - deep fryer is now shared. Burgers & pub fare safely adapted to gluten free! -
Address: 309 Belleville St
Victoria
Phone: 250-388-3892Knowledgeable staff well educated on gluten-free afternoon tea. Call ahead to advise of needs & to request careful preparation. -
Address: 526 A Cumberland Rd
Courtenay
Phone: 250-898-8639Comprehensive Thai menu. Chefs can adapt. Ask questions to assure your safety. -
Address: 316-560 Johnson St
Victoria
Phone: 250-385-1809Vegetarian buffet with GF items & ingredients marked. Cross contact may still occur. Ask questions to assure your safety. Inside Market Square. -
Address: 1515 Cook St
Cook-Fairfield
Victoria
Phone: 250-381-8966Standard Chinese dishes, including some vegetarian options, from a modest eatery with delivery. Ask questions to assure your safety. -
Address: 45 Bastion Square
Victoria
Phone: 250-590-8989Fine dining -
Address: 193-2401 Millstream Rd
Langford
Phone: 778-430-0355Comprehensive Korean menu. Ask questions to assure your safety. -
Address: 2854 Peatt Rd
Langford
Phone: 778-432-2233Exquisite, nuanced fine dining. Renowned, award-winning chefs. -
Address: 2305 Beacon Ave
Sidney
Phone: 778-351-1555All-day breakfast/brunch. 8am to 3pm. Almost all items can be offered GF. Staff well-versed in which items cannot. Toast made in oven, grill scrubbed clean prior to cooking gluten free. -
Address: 926 Island Hwy
Campbell River
Phone: (250) 914-2231Casual, west coast pub food. Serve Abuelo's Corn Tortillas Chips. GF pizza crust but ask about sauces & toppings, cross contact. -
Address: 140 Port Augusta St
Comox
Phone: 250-890-7575Fine dining, made from scratch -
Address: 601 Bruce Ave
Nanaimo
Phone: (250) 591-8922Delicious! Real! Food! Fast! Dedicated deep fryer, prep station. -
Address: 6750 Island Hwy
Dover Community Association
Nanaimo
Dedicated deep fryer. Extra-special precautions taken if you tell server you are a Celiac. -
Address: 2263 N Island Hwy
Campbell River
Phone: 250-287-90551950's diner with modern day menu, gluten-free, vegan options noted on menu. GF hash browns & toast. NOTE: shared toaster. Knowledgeable staff. Owner operated. You'll love the ambiance! -
Address: 2231 S Island Hwy
Campbell River
Phone: (250) 923-7611Good selection of GF items -
Address: 146 Port Augusta St
Comox
Phone: (250) 890-9537Excellent protocol by nutritionist owner, GF hash browns, Eggs Benny, sauces & more -
Address: 199 Dallas Rd
James Bay
Victoria
Phone: (250) 386-8080dedicated deep fryer, gluten-free fish & chips -
Address: 2800 Jacklin Road, Langford, V9B 5A4
Langford
Phone: 250-590-5039Excellent. GF items noted on menu. -
Address: 1311 Gladstone Ave
Fernwood
Victoria
Phone: 250.590.1301Celiac owned & operated. 100% gluten free. -
Address: Unit #5, 4131 Mostar Rd, Nanaimo, British Columbia
Wellington
Nanaimo
Phone: (250) 585-2258Smokin' George takes barbecuing seriously -
Address: 8 Pirates Ln
Nanaimo
Phone: (250) 753-2373Unique Floating Pub. Dedicated GF fryer. Fish, Chips, Yam Fries, Burgers, Wings ... Best view in town!! -
Address: 510 Esplanade Ave
Ladysmith
Phone: (250) 924-8222Gluten-free & vegan options clearly noted on menus -
Address: 368 Main St
Tofino
Phone: (250) 725-3667Fabulous food! Comprehensive gluten-free menu, dedicated deep fryer, vegetarian & vegan -
Address: 809 Craigflower Rd
Esquimalt
Phone: 778-433-7172Delicious! Allergens clearly listed on menu. -
Address: 2745 Veterans Memorial Pkwy
Langford
Phone: (250) 391-8544Great reviews! Ask about their GF options. -
Address: 415 Dunedin St
Douglas
Victoria
Phone: (250) 590-8361Gluten-free soups & salads prepared away from regular sandwich prep area. GF bread available but ask for fresh toppings. -
Address: 795 Ryan Rd
Courtenay
Phone: (250) 871-0087Flame cooked! Fresh! Fast and Fun! -
Address: 560 North Road
Gabriola Island
Phone: (250) 247-2010Wonderful food, GF items noted on menu, GF desserts. Cheesecake as good as it gets! -
Address: 17310 Parkinson Rd
Port Renfrew
Phone: 250.647.5541Menu with gluten-free notations, knowledgeable staff, gluten-free beer -
Address: 9805 Seaport Pl
Sidney
Phone: (250) 655-9445"Great options for gluten-free drinks and food. Treats from a dedicated bakery!" -
Address: 101 - 3500 Uptown Blvd
Douglas
Victoria
Phone: (778) 433-3111Salads and bowls safe for celiacs, make your needs known, very attentive to allergies -
Address: 1951 Oak Bay Ave
Oak Bay
Victoria
Phone: (250) 590-6650Knowledgeable! Very careful with allergies. Ask for gluten-free soy sauce and that they NOT use Japanese brand vinegar as it may contain gluten. -
Address: 421 Main St
Tofino
Phone: 250-725-1280PERMANENTLY CLOSED :( "Fabulous celiac-friendly options. Chef is amazing!" -
Address: 1765 Cowichan Bay Rd
Cowichan Bay
Phone: (250) 597-7373Fine dining, buckwheat crepes, GF desserts -
Address: 740 Handy Rd
Mill Bay
Phone: (250) 743-4303Westcoast dining -
Address: 47 Sturdies Bay Rd
Galiano Island
Phone: (250) 539-5472Extensive menu with GF options -
Address: 890 Wembley Rd
Parksville
Phone: 250-954-2373"Totally understand cross contamination, use separate knives, cutting boards and are very clear about what is gluten-free (real California rolls) vs not gluten-free (fake crab meat)." -
Address: 220 Island Hwy W
Parksville
Phone: (250) 586-5500Highly recommend by local celiacs! -
Address: 1051 Resort Dr
Parksville
Phone: (250) 586-1001Our go to restaurant for the past 5 years! Consistent, small group of staff. Very knowledgeable! -
Address: 265 Trans-Canada Hwy
Mill Bay
Phone: (778) 432-4606Owner is celiac. Many amazing options that are gluten free and delicious! -
Address: 6145 Genoa Bay Rd
Duncan
Phone: 250-746-1026Keen to accommodate, GF dessert! -
Address: 9812 Fifth St
Sidney
Phone: (250) 656-4022Gluten-free batter, dedicated deep fryer, fish, chips, chicken strips, onion rings, popcorn shrimp and more! GF, vegan ice-cream, gluten-free cones. Fabulous! -
Address: 1296 Gladstone Ave
Fernwood
Victoria
Phone: (778) 265-4725Menu mostly gluten free, check with staff about celiac-safe options -
Address: 2571 Cadboro Bay Rd
Oak Bay
Victoria
Phone: 250-595-9991Separate prep area, separate ingredients, sauce, two sizes -
Address: 1725 Cook St
Cook-Fairfield
Victoria
Phone: 778-265-4227100% gluten free except for tacos. Double check on those. Dedicated deep fryer. -
Address: 749 View St
Blanshard
Victoria
Phone: 250-381-2233Dedicated deep fryer plantains, cassava. GF hot dogs! -
Address: 708 View St
Blanshard
Victoria
Phone: (250) 381-8868Servers & chefs very knowledgeable, make GF soy sauce substitutions, avoid using any vinegars and are intimately familiar with which items are safe & not safe for celiacs. -
Address: 1205 Quadra St
Quadra
Victoria
Authentic, completely gluten-free (minus the möle) -
Address: 2401 Mt Newton Cross Rd
Brentwood Bay
Phone: (250) 652-1724Excellent protocol, Allergy Preparation Kits, shared deep fryer -
Address: 172 Wilson St
Esquimalt
Phone: (778-265-4805Big Wheel Burger has four Victoria locations to serve us Delicious! Real! Food! Fast! -
Address: 6700 Sooke Rd
Sooke
Phone: 250-999-2836Grass-Roots Communities Collide - Celiacs and Sookians Unite! -
Address: 341 Cook Street
Cook-Fairfield
Victoria
Phone: 250-381-0050Big Wheel Burger has for Victoria locations to serve us Delicious! Real! Food! Fast!
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