Free-from restaurants in Macedon Ranges Shire

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Macedon Ranges Wholefoods

Unit 2/37 Hamilton St · Cafe · €

The venue's own page claims Coeliac Australia accreditation and states the donuts are gluten-free, but the accreditation is for the company, not this specific market-stall location, and no kitchen practice details are provided. The tourism directory also lists 'Gluten Free Options' as a feature. The accreditation for this outlet and information about cross-contact mitigations should be confirmed by contacting the venue.

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OMG Decadent Donuts Macedon Ranges

· Bakery

All donuts are gluten-free, and the company states it is accredited by Coeliac Australia. The menu and location page confirm no gluten ingredients are used.

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Home Grown on Piper Cafe

Kyneton · Cafe · €⁠€

This cafe is not a dedicated gluten-free facility. However, multiple coeliac diners report knowledgeable staff, a separate gluten-free toaster, and clear cross-contamination awareness. Menu items such as coconut pancakes and gluten-free toasties are available, though the menu does not mark gluten-free options directly. The kitchen is shared, so diners should always confirm protocols with staff on the day.

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Mount Monument Winery

Romsey · Modern Australian · Italian · €⁠€

The 4-course shared menu marks GFO (gluten-free option) next to dishes, and the venue advises diners to inform their waiter about dietary requirements. However, the kitchen is not dedicated gluten-free. It's a shared kitchen preparing both regular and gluten-free dishes from a seasonal set menu. Cross-contamination risk is present. The Woodend Bakery Sourdough and several other courses contain gluten. A vegan option is also noted (VGO), but there is no mention of dedicated fryers or separate prep areas. It is best to confirm cross-contamination handling when booking.

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Old Mates Cafe Romsey

Romsey · Cafe · €⁠€⁠€

Several community reviews and a dedicated gluten-free listing site mention gluten-free options, including hot chocolate, poached eggs on English muffins, and dairy-free alternatives. The cafe does not publish an allergen-marked menu. No source confirms a dedicated fryer, separate preparation area, or staff training on coeliac protocols. The venue's own materials do not address cross-contamination risk. Customers should ask staff about current gluten-free processes when visiting.

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Soltan Pepper

Romsey · Vegan · Vegetarian · €⁠€

The venue's website states that the menu includes gluten-free options, but there is no mention of a dedicated kitchen, dedicated fryer, or staff training for coeliac safety. The kitchen is shared, so cross-contamination risk is present. Best to confirm procedures directly with staff.

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Restaurant @ Glen Erin

Lancefield · · €⁠€⁠€⁠€

Listed as offering 'Vegetarian Options' on the AGFG listing. The venue's own site mentions a seasonal a la carte menu and bar menu but does not explicitly mark veggie dishes. The AGFG listing says the restaurant caters for special dietary needs including vegetarian upon request. It's a shared kitchen with no dedicated vegetarian prep area mentioned. Best to confirm options when booking.

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Hanging Rock Cafe

Woodend · Cafe

The cafe has a range of gluten-free options including cakes. Reports mention a dedicated gluten-free fryer. However, the kitchen is shared, and the menu uses 'low gluten' disclaimers rather than full GF markings. A coeliac diner reported feeling satisfied with the caution shown. The venue is not a dedicated gluten-free facility, so cross-contamination is possible. Diners are advised to call ahead to discuss their dietary needs.

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Mount Macedon Hotel

Mount Macedon · · €⁠€

Several dishes are marked vegan (vg, vgo) on the menu. The kitchen is shared, so cross-contamination risk exists.

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The Aspy Café

Lancefield · Cafe · Brunch

The Aspy Café offers gluten-free and vegan-friendly options, with community members reporting accommodating staff and gluten-free cakes. The kitchen is shared, and no dedicated equipment or separate prep area is mentioned. Best to confirm your needs with staff when ordering.

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Harvest & Soul Providore & Catering

Macedon · Cafe · €⁠€

The online ordering page has a dedicated 'Gluten-Free/Vegan/Vegetarian' category, and the Atly gluten-free directory recommends the venue for gluten-free meals. A community reviewer reports an amazing gluten-free meal. The kitchen is shared, so cross-contamination is possible; confirm with staff about dedicated preparation.

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Mr. Cafe Macedon

Macedon · Cafe · Brunch · €⁠€

Several clearly vegetarian dishes appear on the menu, including Mediterranean smashed avo, wild mushrooms, corn fritters, and the Macedon Breakfast. Staff are accustomed to modifications. The kitchen is shared, but there is good awareness of dietary needs.

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Kuzu Izakaya, Japanese Dining, Macedon Ranges

Woodend · Japanese · Izakaya · €⁠€

The menu is not marked for gluten-free items, but the Atly listing reports trained staff and a variety of gluten-free options, with community reviews noting accommodating service. The kitchen is shared, so cross-contamination is possible. Call ahead to confirm protocols.

Fook Shing

Kyneton · South-East Asian · Asian Fusion · €⁠€

Fook Shing is listed as accommodating gluten-free diets on Atly. The restaurant has trained staff, though some risk of cross-contamination is noted. Community reviews mention plenty of gluten-free options and that coeliac diners were able to enjoy most dishes without worry. The kitchen is shared, with no dedicated gluten-free kitchen or fryer mentioned, so cross-contamination is possible. Guests are best advised to confirm their needs directly with the team.

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Glen Erin at Lancefield

Lancefield · · €⁠€⁠€⁠€

The venue states it can cater for coeliac dietary needs upon request, and the AGFG listing marks 'Gluten Free Options' as a feature. However, the kitchen is shared and no dedicated equipment or separate prep area is mentioned. Best to call ahead and confirm your requirements with the chef.

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The Lancefield Lodge

Lancefield · · €⁠€⁠€⁠€

Elsie's Diner & Bar at The Lancefield Lodge offers gluten-free options and a community member reported a meal that catered to their gluten-free diet. The venue is listed as having 'Gluten Free Options' on the AGFG and Visit Macedon Ranges tourism pages, but there is no dedicated gluten-free menu, no marked menu with per-dish codes, and no information about dedicated equipment, fryers, or staff training protocols for coeliac safety. Cross-contamination risk is unaddressed in the available sources. Call ahead to discuss your specific needs before visiting.

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Mount Macedon Trading Post, General Store, Cafe & Post Office

Mount Macedon · Brunch

The café is known among the gluten-free community for offering a wide range of gluten-free options, including a highly praised frittata. Staff are reportedly trained to handle gluten-free requests, though the kitchen is shared and some risk of cross-contamination exists. The venue's own menu does not mark GF items, so the best approach is to ask staff directly about what is safe.

Mount Towrong Vineyard | Winery & Cellar Door

Mount Macedon · Cafe

The Visit Melbourne tourism listing notes 'Gluten free available' and lists the venue under 'Gluten free available' cuisine. This is a single thin signal from a tourism directory, not a menu or kitchen practice description. No marked menu, no staff training information, and no dedicated equipment details are available. Call ahead to confirm how celiac needs are handled.

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Little Vic's

4 Station St · Cafe · Brunch

Because the venue's tourism listing and directory profiles mention 'Gluten Free Options' without providing details on kitchen practice, cross-contamination protocols, or whether a dedicated fryer or separate prep area exists, calling ahead to confirm whether the restaurant can safely accommodate coeliac needs is necessary.

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Gogo's cafe & Bar

40 Victoria St · Cafe

The venue's tourism listing indicates it offers gluten-free options, though no information is available about marked menus, dedicated preparation areas, or staff training. Calling ahead is advised to confirm which gluten-free options exist and whether cross-contamination is managed.