Best gluten-free restaurants in Geelong

Recess Bar + Eats

Geelong · Cafe · Bar · €⁠€

This venue is 100% gluten-free and the only Coeliac Australia accredited restaurant in Geelong. Because the kitchen has zero gluten on premises, there is no cross-contamination risk, so everything from fried chicken to arancini to burgers and desserts is gluten-free. It is an extremely safe choice for coeliac diners, and the venue also handles other allergies well.

Black Sheep Geelong

Geelong · Cafe · Vegan · €⁠€

The entire menu is either gluten free or offers a GF option. Even the house-made churros, calamari, arancini, and desserts have this covered. The kitchen is shared, not 100% dedicated. Yet multiple coeliac diners report knowledgeable staff, a dedicated GF fryer, and no reactions across their visits. GF items are clearly marked on the menu.

Skinny Dippers Cafe

Newtown · Cafe · Brunch · €⁠€

The menu labels many items GF or GFO, meaning gluten-free option. A dedicated fryer is used for items like hash browns, staff are trained on coeliac needs, and the kitchen is shared with gluten-containing dishes, so cross-contamination is possible but managed with dedicated equipment and awareness.

Mavs Greek Restaurant

Geelong · Greek · €⁠€

Mavs labels GF options clearly. Their menu includes GF pita, moussaka, gyros, and desserts. Staff are knowledgeable, and they'll clean the kitchen space and change gloves for coeliac diners. But the kitchen is shared with gluten-containing dishes, so there's a cross-contamination risk you should consider. Two coeliac diners reported no symptoms. They praised the staff's awareness. Call ahead to confirm protocols for your sensitivity level.

EMERGE STEAKHOUSE

Geelong · Steakhouse · €⁠€⁠€

Tier A (Strongly trusted, but unverified): an accreditation by a recognised gluten-free / coeliac-safety body was claimed, but we could not verify the claim against the body's own published list. The body's directory page does not name this venue, and we have no other third-party evidence to corroborate the certification. Other signals on record: dedicated kitchen claimed; dedicated fryer claimed; staff trained; allergen-marked menu. Treat as gluten-free / coeliac-aware rather than gluten-free / coeliac-certified until the venue can produce verifiable accreditation.

Sweet Adeline by the Barwon

South Geelong · Cafe

The owner is coeliac. Because of that, they use separate cooking utensils for coeliac customers, and the Atly listing says the venue is 'accommodating gluten-free' with trained staff, but it also notes some risk of cross-contamination and gluten-free options aren't marked on the menu. No dedicated gluten-free kitchen or accreditation is mentioned.

63 Degrees

Geelong West · Cafe · Brunch · €⁠€

63 Degrees is a cafe in Geelong West with a dedicated gluten-free fryer and a menu that includes GF bread, buns, burgers, and fries. The kitchen is shared, so there is a risk of cross-contamination. Coeliac reviewers report positive experiences with knowledgeable staff who check orders with the chef, and some note that the chef will make fresh batches to accommodate allergies. The Atly community listing flags some risk of cross-contamination and notes trained staff. Needs should be confirmed with staff when ordering.

ALMA Restaurant

Geelong · South American · €⁠€⁠€

Almost all menu items are gluten-free or adaptable. The kitchen has a dedicated gluten-free fryer, and staff are knowledgeable about coeliac needs, cleaning surfaces and changing gloves on request. However, the kitchen is shared, not dedicated, so cross-contamination is possible. This setup is best suited to those comfortable with a shared but careful kitchen arrangement.

Barwon Edge

Newtown · · €⁠€

Barwon Edge indicates gluten-free items on its menu and uses a dedicated fryer for those items. The kitchen is shared, however, and flour is used in large quantity. The chef has coeliac disease, which provides insider knowledge. One recent review reports being told that nothing on the menu is coeliac-safe due to cross-contamination risk. Most community reviews are positive. The inconsistency means coeliac diners should call ahead and speak directly with the chef before ordering.

frankie. Bar & Eatery

Geelong · Pan-Asian · Fusion · €⁠€

frankie. offers gluten-free options including dumplings, with a separate allergens page on the back of the menu. A coeliac reviewer reported a good experience with the gluten-free dumplings on their second visit, noting the kitchen is shared and there is no dedicated fryer. The official site lists coeliac as a dietary requirement they cater to and invites diners to chat with staff. No accreditation or dedicated gluten-free kitchen is claimed. Cross-contamination risk is present, so coeliac diners should confirm procedures with staff.

King Of The Castle Cafe

Geelong West · Cafe · Brunch · €⁠€

Gluten-free items are clearly marked on the menu. Staff members demonstrate strong knowledge of coeliac requirements, and a dedicated gluten-free fryer is used for chips and all other fried items. The kitchen is shared rather than fully dedicated, so cross-contamination remains possible. Multiple coeliac diners have reported no adverse reactions.

Osteria Fiorenza

Geelong · Italian · €⁠€⁠€

Staff are knowledgeable about coeliac disease. Around 80% of the menu, including handmade pasta dishes, can be made gluten-free. The kitchen is shared, so cross-contamination is a real possibility. The menu does not mark gluten-free items, so discussion of individual needs with staff when ordering is necessary. Multiple coeliac diners report positive experiences with no reactions.

Pizzeria Adamo

Geelong · Pizza · €⁠€⁠€

Pizzeria Adamo offers gluten-free options. A house-made gluten-free pizza base is available for an extra $5, alongside gluten-free penne pasta and dedicated gluten-free antipasti and dessert choices. The menu marks several GF items, including the Garden Salad, Rocket Salad, Burrata Caprese Salad, Panna Cotta, and a gluten-free version of the Pizza Alla Nutella Strawberry, which costs an additional $5. The kitchen is shared. Regular wheat-based pizzas are the core offering here, but urban-legend coeliac reviewers on FindMeGlutenFree and Atly consistently report no reactions and note that staff take reasonable precautions despite an explicitly shared oven. A coeliac reviewer specifically mentioned that the restaurant uses Caputo gluten-free flour and shares oven space but still felt safe. No dedicated fryer is noted. The venue is not Coeliac Australia accredited, and ringing ahead to confirm comfort level with shared ovens is advised.

Winter's Cafe.

Geelong · Cafe · Brunch

The menu marks gluten-free options with "gfo", but the kitchen shares equipment with wheat-containing foods and cannot guarantee the absence of allergens. This setup works best for those with mild gluten sensitivity. Coeliacs should exercise caution.

Café Palat

Breakwater · Vietnamese · Brunch · €⁠€

Café Palat is a Vietnamese restaurant. Located on Pakington Street, it offers a gluten-free menu with trained staff, gluten-free items are marked, and food is flagged for allergies; a symptomatic coeliac reported no symptoms after eating. The kitchen is shared. The FindMeGlutenFree listing explicitly warns that this establishment is NOT a dedicated gluten-free facility, and the Atly community lists it as celiac friendly with low risk of cross-contamination and trained staff. Vietnamese cuisine is inherently gluten-friendly. Despite the inherent gluten-friendliness of Vietnamese cuisine with rice noodles and rice paper, no dedicated fryer or separate prep area is mentioned across any source. Call ahead to confirm coeliac-level safety protocols.

Café Palat

Geelong West · Vietnamese · €⁠€

The menu marks several gluten-free options. One coeliac diner reported no symptoms and praised the staff’s knowledge, though the kitchen is shared and the venue is not dedicated gluten-free. No dedicated fryer or separate preparation area is mentioned. The venue is best for less-sensitive diners, and those with coeliac disease should confirm cross-contamination protocols with staff before ordering.

Caruggi

Geelong · Italian · Northern Italian · €⁠€⁠€

Caruggi offers dedicated gluten-free options, including buckwheat pasta for coeliacs. Community members on Atly have praised the restaurant for catering to coeliacs. Several Google reviewers note their allergies were 'beautifully catered-for' and that the gluten-free pasta was excellent. The venue's own website menu pages do not mark dishes with GF or GFO codes. The kitchen is shared, as it is an Italian restaurant serving bread, pasta, and pizza, so a cross-contamination risk exists. Staff are described as knowledgeable and enthusiastic, but no dedicated fryer or separate prep area is mentioned. Best for coeliacs comfortable asking questions and ordering carefully.

Cat-themed Japanese cafe | neko Geelong

Geelong · Cafe · Japanese · €⁠€

Gluten-free items are marked on the menu, and the chef will accommodate coeliac requests. One coeliac diner reported a safe grilled chicken don. However, the kitchen is shared and there is no dedicated fryer, so cross-contamination is possible. The restaurant is best for those who can tolerate some risk. A call ahead can confirm current practices.

Felix Restaurant

Geelong · Cafe

Several community sources and the Atly listing describe Felix as 'accommodating' for gluten-free diets, with a special menu available and trained staff. A verified coeliac diner reports the kitchen catered their set menu without issue. However the kitchen is not dedicated gluten-free and some risk of cross-contamination is noted. Staff are described as knowledgeable but the menu itself does not appear to be marked per dish. Call ahead or discuss needs with staff when booking.

The Arborist

Geelong ·

The Arborist in Geelong offers gluten-free options and runs a dedicated fryer, though the kitchen is shared and not entirely gluten-free. Several coeliac diners report positive experiences, pointing to knowledgeable staff and marked menu items, though one review notes that staff advised against eating there given cross-contamination risk in a small kitchen. The rooftop bar carries a more limited menu and may not accommodate coeliac needs. Confirming directly with the main-floor kitchen before ordering is advisable.

Centra

Geelong · · €⁠€

Several dishes on the menu are marked as GF or GFO (gluten-free option available). A gluten-free fettucine substitution costs an additional $5. All food is prepared in a shared kitchen alongside items containing gluten, and no dedicated fryer or kitchen is noted. Coeliac diners should confirm procedures with staff before ordering.

Grounds of Society.

Geelong · Cafe · Brunch · €⁠€

The menu lists a 'Brownie Gf'. A Google reviewer also notes many gluten-free options, both savoury and sweet. This shared kitchen serves many wheat-based items like sandwiches, toasties, wraps, muffins, and croissants. No information about dedicated prep areas, fryers, or staff training is available. Cross-contamination risk exists. Any coeliac diner who wants to stay safe should carefully confirm the specific protocols with the staff before ordering anything from the menu.

Industry26 Cafe

Geelong West · Cafe · Brunch

Several dishes on the all-day menu are marked GF or GFO (gluten-free option), and a gluten-free toast is available. The kitchen is shared with gluten-containing dishes including beer-battered fish and flatbread, and there is no mention of dedicated equipment, fryers, or coeliac-specific staff training. A gluten-free diner with coeliac disease should confirm procedures with the kitchen before ordering.

Meet Me At Mary's Geelong

Geelong West · · €⁠€⁠€⁠€

The AGFG listing includes 'Gluten Free Options' as a feature, and a Wanderlog reviewer also notes the availability of gluten-free options. The kitchen is shared, with no dedicated fryer or other equipment confirmed, so cross-contamination protocols are worth confirming directly before dining.

Woolstore Geelong

Newtown · Modern Australian

The venue's own website states they offer a wide variety of gluten-free options and that they are listed on Find Me Gluten Free. The Find Me Gluten Free listing marks them as having 'No GF Menu', yet it reports gluten-free dessert options are available, and the source notes this is not a dedicated gluten-free facility. No reviews, accreditation, or kitchen details are provided. There are no structural kitchen details provided about dedicated fryers, separate prep areas, or staff training for coeliac safety, and no information about accreditation or reviews is available. Dine with caution and verify safety protocols directly with the kitchen.