Gluten — for many people, it’s a real pain in the gut (literally)!
Bloating, discomfort, nausea, and upset bowels are all common symptoms for people with a gluten intolerance, but it can also cause fatigue, skin rashes, headaches, and even lead to anemia, depression, and anxiety. Imagine having to navigate this every time you wanted to eat out?
That’s why we’re always thrilled when cafes, restaurants, and bakeries step up with amazing gluten-free options for our sensitive-tummied friends. If that’s you or someone you love, we’ve got your back (and your belly)!
Below is a list of spots personally recommended by our trusty Adelady community — the kind of places where you’ll have more food choices than a bowl of hot chips. You can order with confidence, leave feeling satisfied, and best of all, you will NOT be left walking around like a bloated, gassy orangutan for the next two days. #realtalk
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First up, here are five gluten-free gems that get our picky-tummy tick of approval:

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The Duke of Brunswick Hotel — 207 Gilbert Street, Adelaide
The Duke of Brunswick (affectionately known as the DOB) is an absolute trailblazer when it comes to inclusive dining. A few years back, they made their kitchen 100% gluten free — yep, everything on the menu is safe for coeliacs and gluten-sensitive foodies alike. Think pub classics without the stress of cross-contamination. Bonus points: they’ve got LEGO build kits to keep the kids entertained while you tuck in!

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The Port Admiral Hotel — 55 Commercial Road, Port Adelaide
Meet the DOB’s sister venue, and another fully gluten-free pub making waves in Port Adelaide. The Port Admiral Hotel dishes up the same all-inclusive menu philosophy — meaning you can order anything without that awkward “is this gluten-free?” chat. It’s got a cracking atmosphere, great service, board games to play over a gluten-free beer, and the kind of community vibe that makes you want to stay all afternoon.

Fish Out of Water
Fish Out Of Water – 117 King William Road, Hyde Park
There’s a reason this place is always buzzing! Fish Out Of Water has perfected the art of gluten-free fish and chips (and then some). Their extensive gluten-free menu goes way beyond the basics. My personal favourite is the Chargrilled Chicken Breast Burger… the mayo is delicious (and they never skimp)! Whether you’re gluten-free or not, this Hyde Park institution is an absolute crowd-pleaser.

Rubys Organic Cafe
Ruby’s Organic Cafe – 3/29 Mount Barker Road, Stirling
Nestled in the heart of the Adelaide Hills, Ruby’s Organic Café is a 100% gluten-free haven that’s as wholesome as it is delicious. The coffee’s top-notch, the portions are generous, and the staff are always smiling. It’s the perfect pit stop when you’re exploring Stirling.

Foods For You Especially
Food For You Especially — 93 Walkerville Terrace, Walkerville
This beautiful gluten-free bakery and cafe proves that ‘gluten-free’ doesn’t have to mean missing out. Everything’s made fresh by hand using locally sourced ingredients, and you can definitely taste the love that goes into every tasty bite. This is the kind of food everyone will want a bite of — coeliac or not! Just a heads-up, though… once you’ve tasted their goodies, you’ll be back for more.
CITY
Luma Restaurant & Bar — North Terrace
La Chive Taqueria — Grote Street
Peter Rabbit — Hindley Street
Golden Boy – North Terrace
Shōbōsho – Leigh Street
Part Time Lover – Pilgrim Lane
Just Gluten Free – Adelaide Central Plaza and Ascot Park
House of Chow – Hutt Street
Dough – Adelaide Central Market
OMG! Decadent Donuts – Adelaide Central Market

OMG! Decadent Donuts
House of Health – Adelaide Central Market
Central Organic – Adelaide Central Market
Busan Baby – Morphett Street
Africola – East Terrace
Mexican Society — Gouger Street
Borsa – Grenfell Street
Soi 38 Adelaide – Pirie Street
Daughter in Law – Rundle Street
Luigi Delicatessen – Franklin Street
Osteria Oggi – Pirie Street

Melt – Hyde Park, CBD, Henley
Delicia Acai + Protein Bar – (Various locations)
Grill’d – (Various locations)
Paella Bar Food Truck – all over SA
Zambrero – (Various locations)
Schnithouse – (Various locations)
Let Them Eat – (Various locations)
Betty’s Burgers – Hyde Park, Norwood, Rundle Street, Marion, Glenelg

NORTH
Kenny’s — Kilburn
UR Caffe – North Adelaide
Francesco’s Cicchetti – Plant 4 Bowden
Yolk Cafe – Walkerville
One Sneaky Cheetah – Ridleyton
Gluten Free Creations – Tea Tree Gully
The Pickled Duck – Modbury

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Doughballs Pizza – Mawson Lakes and Glenelg
The Banksia Tree Cafe – Port Adelaide
Fergie Mac’s Lounge – Port Adelaide
Cafe Nova – Gawler
The Table Cafe & Wine Bar – Lyndoch
Hive Barossa Cafe – Angaston
Cafe Sia – Evanston

EAST
Pickle in the Middle – Unley
Nutrition Republic – Goodwood
ShoSho – Hyde Park
Hoosegow Charcoal Restaurant — St Morris
Noi Vietnamese Eatery – Fullarton
Lockwood General – Burnside
Ballaboosta – Burnside

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Hispanic Mechanic – Frewville
Argo – Norwood and Victoria Square, CBD
Alma Tavern – Norwood
Heidelberg Cakes – Stepney
The Red Mill Bakehouse – Hectorville
The Stuffed Chook – Dernancourt
Clay & Co – Newton
Eat Cake Gluten Free Cakes and Pastries – Hope Valley

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SOUTH
The Pantry on Egmont – Hawthorn
The Middle Store – Melrose Park
Agathas – Port Noarlunga
Hello Neighbour / Artusi by Night — Hyde Park
Cativa Cucina — Hallett Cove
Local Crowd — Colonel Light Gardens
Down The Rabbit Hole Wines – McLaren Vale
Manna – McLaren Vale
Pizzateca – McLaren Vale
JF & C – Victor Harbor
One Little Sister – Normanville

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WEST
La Popular Taqueria — Port Adelaide
Luigi Delicatessen – Seaton
Bloom – Thebarton
Mister Sunshine’s – Therbarton
Francescos Osteria – Torrensville
Alby’s Gluten Free Bakery – Flinders Park

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Tavern 540 – Allenby Gardens
Cheeky Greek – Henley & CBD
The Organik – Glenelg
Doughballs Pizza – Glenelg
Alimentary – Brighton
In Thais Cafe & Noodle Bar – Brighton
The Somerton Bar & Bistro – Somerton Park
Estia – Henley Beach

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HILLS
Sidewood Estate – Hahndorf
Gluten Free Cafe Farmhouse — Meadows
Appleseed Cafe – Strathalbyn
Emma & Ivy – Lobethal
Ruby’s Organic Cafe – Stirling
The Bridgewater Inn – Bridgewater
Spaghetti Head – Aldgate
Harvest the Fleurieu – Mount Compass
Little Birdy Bakery – Nairne
Grew – Cudlee Creek
Kersbrook Hill Wines and Cider – Kersbrook

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Carrie x
While all attempts have been made to accurately represent gluten-free eateries, it’s important to confirm with the eatery as to what their methods are to avoid any cross-contamination. We understand that some gluten intolerances/allergies are more sensitive than others, so please always double-check before ordering or eating your meal!







