Free-from restaurants in Wellington

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Belén Plant Bakery

Wellington Central · Bakery · Vegan

The kitchen is 100% plant-based, with no animal products used. All food is vegan, making it a safe choice for vegans.

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Hillside Kitchen

Thorndon ·

The restaurant is 100% vegetarian by design. No meat is used or stored on the premises. Every dish is vegetarian as a baseline, which makes it a structurally safe choice for vegetarians.

Nolita

Te Aro · Italian · Cafe

Nolita operates as a completely plant-based restaurant. Its menu is entirely vegan, and the official menu confirms the absence of animal products. Multiple sources describe the venue as 100% vegan, and there is no risk of cross-contamination from animal ingredients.

Koji

Mount Victoria ·

Separate coeliac menu and dedicated gluten-free fryer. Staff are reported as knowledgeable about coeliac needs. The kitchen is shared with gluten-containing dishes, so cross-contamination is possible. Confirm with staff before ordering.

Mr Go's

Te Aro · Chinese

Mr Go's offers a separate gluten-free menu and a dedicated fryer for fries, according to multiple community reviews. Staff are reported to be knowledgeable about coeliac needs and will flag orders. However, the kitchen is shared with gluten-containing dishes and the venue's own disclaimer states they cannot guarantee allergen-free food. One review reports a negative reaction. Call ahead to confirm current practices.

The Old Quarter

Te Aro · Vietnamese

The Old Quarter is considered a reliable option for vegans. Its menu clearly marks many vegan choices, including bao buns, green curry, dumplings, and summer rolls, typically 5–10 dishes. Staff members are described as knowledgeable about vegan needs. The kitchen is shared with non-vegan items, so cross-contamination with animal products is possible, though this is generally not a concern for ethical vegans. No dedicated vegan equipment or separate preparation area is noted. Confirmation with staff is recommended for those requiring strict separation.

Loretta

Te Aro · Mediterranean

Loretta provides gluten-free options, including house-made bread and buns. Staff members receive consistent praise for their awareness of coeliac needs and willingness to accommodate dietary requests. The kitchen is shared, with no dedicated fryer, and some items such as cauliflower and potatoes are cooked in the same wood-fired oven used for pizzas. The menu lacks clear gluten-free symbols, so diners must rely on staff guidance. Cross-contamination risk exists, and the venue is not suitable for those who require a completely gluten-free environment.

Kisa

Te Aro ·

Several menu items are marked GF. Staff bring an allergens menu that itemises every dish. The kitchen is shared and there is no dedicated fryer, but staff are trained, aware of cross-contamination risks, and will clean surfaces as needed. The venue states it is not a dedicated gluten-free facility. Some coeliac diners have reported reactions, so those who are highly sensitive should call ahead.

Neo Cafe & Eatery

Te Aro · Cafe · Brunch

Gluten-free menu items are clearly marked (GF/GFO) and the kitchen uses a dedicated gluten-free fryer. Staff are knowledgeable and will discuss cross-contamination precautions. However, the kitchen is shared and pastries are stored in a shared cabinet with separate shelves, so very sensitive coeliacs should confirm with staff. Multiple positive reviews from coeliac diners.

Gemini Cafe & Eatery

Wellington Central · Cafe

The menu marks multiple dishes as vegetarian, and a community listing confirms these options are available. The venue appears to accommodate vegetarian diets reliably, though no details on kitchen separation are provided.

Beach Babylon

Oriental Bay · Cafe

Menu items are clearly marked GF, and staff have guided coeliac diners on safe choices. The kitchen is shared, so cross-contamination is possible, with no dedicated fryer or prep area noted. Staff can confirm details for specific needs.

Apache Restaurant

Te Aro · Vietnamese · French

Apache Restaurant is listed in a local directory under 'Gluten Free Food' and a travel blog notes that most items are gluten‑free. The official menu page has PDF filenames suggesting a gluten‑free menu version, but the menu images don't show allergen markings. There's no information about dedicated equipment or cross‑contamination practices. Those with coeliac disease are advised to call ahead to confirm the kitchen can accommodate them safely.

Lemongrass Kitchen

Te Aro · Vietnamese

FindMeGlutenFree listings show a gluten-free menu that includes rice bowls, noodles, pho, and salad, and one user reports no reaction. However, no details are available about kitchen practices or cross-contamination management, and a phone call ahead is recommended to confirm safety for coeliac needs.

Salty Pidgin

Brooklyn ·

Limited information: we researched Salty Pidgin across 8 sources but found nothing specific about its Coeliac · Gluten-free options or how the kitchen manages cross-contamination. Treat this as a starting point and call ahead to confirm before relying on it.

Margot

Newtown ·

Limited information: we researched Margot across 10 sources but found nothing specific about its Coeliac · Gluten-free options or how the kitchen manages cross-contamination. Treat this as a starting point and call ahead to confirm before relying on it.

Cicio Cacio Osteria

entrance via Wilson Street · Italian

Limited information: we researched Cicio Cacio Osteria across 8 sources but found nothing specific about its Coeliac · Gluten-free options or how the kitchen manages cross-contamination. Treat this as a starting point and call ahead to confirm before relying on it.

The Botanist

Lyall Bay · Vegetarian · Cafe

Information is limited. A 2017 blog says most items are gluten-free as-is, but a community guide warns that some GF items may not be safe for coeliacs and choices are limited. FindMeGlutenFree lists 'No GF Menu' with only one GF salad noted. The venue's own website provides no allergen details. Calling ahead to discuss cross-contamination practices is advised.