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Karine's Fresh restaurant in Toronto
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Karine's Fresh

Any item on the menu can be made gluten-free.

GF·CoeliacA
VeganC
VegC
HalalC
Address109 McCaul St, Toronto, ON M5T 3K5, Canada
CuisineBrunch · Vegan · Vegetarian
Price
Hours
Mon9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Tue9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Wed9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Thu9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Fri9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Sat10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Sun10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Last verified

Per-allergen evidence

Coeliac · Gluten-free

A
confidence 70%
Strongly trusted ·what tier A means

Any item on the menu can be made gluten-free. Atly reports dedicated gluten-free prep areas, a dedicated fryer, and dedicated kitchen space. FindMeGlutenFree lists a gluten-free menu with 17 safety ratings, though the venue's own website does not show per-dish marking (the menu page says "Coming Soon"). Atly also confirms that staff are trained on gluten-free handling. A $5 surcharge applies if gluten-free needs are not disclosed in advance. No formal coeliac accreditation exists. Cross-contamination risk is reduced but not eliminated, with a shared kitchen where gluten is present.

dedicated fryermarked menustaff trainedadvance notice required
Cited references

[1] Aggregator Google Places listing, Google

A Google Places baseline entry notes the address as 109 McCaul Street, Toronto, and the website as karines.ca. The source is scaffolded and contains no additional allergen information.fetched May 13, 2026

[2] Aggregator Toronto's Best Gluten-Free Restaurants and Bakeries, FindMeGlutenFree

The FindMeGlutenFree listing for Karine's carries 47 reviews, 17 safety ratings, and a GF Menu tag. According to the listing, "Anything on the menu can be made gluten-free." Karine's is not marked as dedicated gluten-free, though the listing places it among Toronto's best GF restaurants.fetched May 15, 2026

[3] Verified blog Karine's | Fresh. Food. Family. | Order Fresh Food Today, karines.ca

Official venue website: 'Inclusive meals for all, including vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options.' Menu page shows 'Coming Soon'. No dedicated kitchen claim. Hours: Mon–Fri 9am–3pm, Sat–Sun 10am–3pm.fetched May 15, 2026

[4] Verified blog Karine’s Fresh - Gluten-Free Restaurant in Toronto, atly.com

The Atly listing describes the establishment as a dedicated gluten-free place with dedicated prep areas, kitchen space, appliances, and a fryer. Staff are trained. A $5 surcharge applies if gluten-free status is not disclosed in advance. Multiple positive celiac community reviews exist.fetched May 15, 2026

[5] Verified blog The 16 Best Vegan Brunch Spots in Toronto | MyTorontoBest, mytorontobest.com

MyTorontoBest's vegan brunch list ranks Karine's Fresh third, with a 4.6 out of 5 rating based on 903 reviews. The list mentions healthy options, vegan/vegetarian choices, Halal food, and catering. It does not include any allergen-specific structural details.fetched May 15, 2026

Vegan

C
confidence 40%
Best effort ·what tier C means

Karine's Fresh describes itself as offering inclusive meals that include vegan options. MyTorontoBest lists the venue as a vegan brunch spot with a 4.6 out of 5 rating. No source confirms a dedicated vegan preparation area, a dedicated fryer, or a menu with vegan items marked. Staff receive training for gluten-free service, but no specific vegan training is mentioned. Vegan options appear available on request, though the kitchen uses shared equipment.

Reminder

Always confirm with venue staff before ordering. Tiers and accreditations are guides, not guarantees.

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