Best gluten-free restaurants in Cape Town

Mulino

Cape Town · Italian · Brunch · €⁠€

Le Altre Farine Del Mulino operates as a 100% dedicated gluten-free bakery and cafe in Messina, Italy, with a second location in Rome. Multiple independent sources, including FindMeGlutenFree and Atly, confirm the entire premises is gluten-free, with no gluten-containing ingredients on site. Over 20 coeliac reviewers have reported zero reactions. The venue is marked as 'dedicated gluten-free' on FindMeGlutenFree and '100% Dedicated Gluten-Free' on Atly.

Off the Gluten Path - Woodstock

Cape Town · Bakery · Cafe · €⁠€

Off the Gluten Path - Woodstock is a 100% dedicated gluten-free bakery and cafe. The entire premises are gluten-free, with no gluten-containing ingredients present, a fact verified by the FindMeGlutenFree dedicated gluten-free badge and multiple coeliac reviewer reports. The official product catalog confirms all items are gluten-free.

Swan Café

Cape Town · Cafe · French · €⁠€

Marks GF items on menu, uses dedicated crepe machines only for gluten-free batter, separate utensils reported by multiple coeliac diners, staff trained (Atly). Not a dedicated gluten-free facility per FindMeGlutenFree, but multiple positive celiac experiences.

The Waterside

Cape Town · · €⁠€

The restaurant is not a dedicated gluten-free facility, as noted in a FindMeGlutenFree disclaimer. However, multiple symptomatic coeliac reviewers have reported a separate GF menu, knowledgeable staff who clean preparation areas and change gloves, and GF bread and dumplings baked in-house. No cross-contamination reactions were reported across several visits spanning 3 years. Staff can accommodate celiac when notified in advance via a reservation. The restaurant holds no formal accreditation.

tashas Waterfront

Cape Town · Italian · Bakery · €⁠€

No accredited gluten-free certification. Multiple community reviews report knowledgeable staff, a dedicated gluten-free pasta pot, and separate utensils, but no dedicated fryer or dedicated kitchen. One recent glutening incident reported (cross-contamination). Several reviews note that gluten-free items are marked on the menu, though others say no dedicated GF menu. Manager personally oversees allergy procedures.

The Wes Bistro & Bar

Cape Town · French · Bistro · €⁠€

Tier A: 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: staff trained. Treat as gluten-free / coeliac-aware rather than gluten-free / coeliac-certified until the venue can produce verifiable accreditation.

Yen's Vietnamese Street Food

Cape Town · Vietnamese · €⁠€

The official menu marks items with 'Allergen Warning: gluten' (e.g. spring rolls, bao buns). Multiple coeliac reviewers on FindMeGlutenFree confirm GF items are clearly marked, staff are knowledgeable about GF preparation, and the kitchen understands cross-contamination. However, the venue is explicitly NOT a dedicated gluten-free facility, and one symptomatic coeliac reviewer noted 'Not 100% dedicated'. The Atly listing rates it as 'Accommodating' with 'Some risk of cross-contamination'.

Clarke's Bar & Dining Room

Cape Town · Brunch · Cafe · €⁠€

Clarke’s Bar & Dining Room is listed as Accommodating Gluten-Free, with a dedicated space for gluten-free preparation, trained staff, and some risk of cross-contamination. Community reviews highlight GF bread, BLT, brownie sundae, and other menu choices. A Telegraph article mentions an in-house flourless nut-and-seed loaf, likely gluten-free. The venue’s website does not display any allergen-marked menu, and no fully dedicated kitchen or accreditation is confirmed. The available evidence supports a marked menu with a dedicated prep area, but cross-contamination risk is acknowledged.

Nourish'd Café & Juicery

Cape Town · Brunch · Vegan · €⁠€

It is not a dedicated gluten-free facility; GF items are marked on the menu with symbols per the blog review and FindMeGlutenFree. The kitchen is shared, with no dedicated fryer or prep area reported. Community reviews from coeliac diners are positive but note shared environment.

Bacini's Pizzeria & Deli

Cape Town · Pizza · Italian · €⁠€

A gluten-free menu is reported, with marked items. All pizzas can be made using a gluten-free base. Staff are trained. The venue is not a dedicated gluten-free facility; cross-contamination is acknowledged. Several community reviews report positive experiences, while one expresses concern about safety.

Clay Cafe in the City | Pottery Café and Tapa's Bar

Cape Town · Cafe · Pizza · €⁠€

The venue offers GF pizza and pasta options, but the GF pizza is cooked in the same oven as regular pizza, creating a high risk of cross-contamination. No dedicated fryer is reported. The official menu does not mark GF items. One coeliac reviewer reports a shared oven; another mentions stone-baked GF pizza without specifying safety protocols.

Ethiopian Madam Taitou

Cape Town · Ethiopian · €⁠€

Reported to have a gluten-free menu with GF injera; staff described as knowledgeable by two coeliac diners who reported no symptoms. However, FindMeGlutenFree explicitly warns this is NOT a dedicated gluten-free facility and may not be safe for coeliac disease. No accreditation or dedicated kitchen/fryer evidence.

Maria's Greek Café

Cape Town · Cafe · €⁠€

Gluten-free items are marked on the menu. Staff confirm a separate fryer for chips, but the kitchen is not dedicated. Multiple independent coeliac and gluten-intolerant diners report getting sick after eating here. The waiter explicitly warned of high cross-contamination risk. The site warns that it is not a dedicated gluten-free facility and may not be safe for those with celiac disease.

The Conscious Kitchen - Waterkant

Cape Town · Vegan · €⁠€

Gluten-free items are marked on the Uber Eats menu. These include GF granola, a GF bread option for +R10, and GF oats in desserts. A HappyCow review of the Kloof St branch confirms 'All gluten is marked on the menu.' Find Me Gluten Free warns this is 'NOT a dedicated gluten-free facility.' One coeliac reviewer for Kloof St was told the kitchen could not accommodate them. There is no GF accreditation. The kitchen is shared, and there is a cross-contamination risk.

The Woodlands Eatery

Cape Town · Italian · €⁠€

Not a dedicated gluten-free facility; FindMeGlutenFree explicitly warns it may not be safe for coeliacs. Gluten-free items are marked on the menu (pasta, pizza, risotto using chickpea flour bases and GF tagliatelle). A symptomatic coeliac diner was told staff could not confirm no cross-contamination with pizzas, so chose pasta instead and reported no symptoms. Another coeliac reviewer praised it as 'one of the best GF Italian restaurants in Cape Town.' Shared kitchen with cross-contamination risk acknowledged.

Vagabond Kitchens | Kloof Street

Cape Town · · €⁠€

Vagabond Kitchens Kloof Street offers gluten-free wraps, burgers, and buns with a marked menu. Staff are trained and take precautions (cleaning surfaces, changing gloves, dedicated pans for chips), but the kitchen is shared and cross-contamination risk is acknowledged. One serious incident reported: a coeliac diner received a regular wrap marked as GF. Not a dedicated GF facility.

Wild Eatery

Cape Town · Vegan · Vegetarian · €⁠€

FindMeGlutenFree lists a gluten-free menu with marked items (wraps, bowls, tempura) and two celiac reviews report positive experiences, but the listing explicitly warns that the establishment is not a dedicated gluten-free facility and may not be safe for celiacs. A blog (thesongburd.com) also notes labeled gluten-free menu options. No evidence of a dedicated fryer, prep area, or accreditation exists.

Wildsprout - Kenilworth

Cape Town · Brunch · Vegan · €⁠€

Not a dedicated gluten-free facility. Community reports indicate gluten-free items are marked on the menu and staff are informed, but cross-contamination risk is acknowledged. Multiple coeliac diners report safe experiences, though one source notes occasional mix-ups.

Wildsprout - Sea Point

Sea Point · Brunch · Cafe

The café menu is almost entirely gluten-free, and items are marked GF on the menu. This is not a dedicated gluten-free kitchen, as it also handles breads, wraps, and baked goods that may contain gluten in the same facility. Several GF items, such as bread for French toast, are noted as made in a facility with gluten, so cross-contamination is possible. Coeliac diners report mixed experiences: one symptomatic coeliac had no reaction, while a wheat-allergy diner reacted after a GF meal. Staff are aware of gluten-free protocols, but the shared kitchen means risk is present. The kitchen should be asked about current prep procedures before ordering.

CAFE 51

Woodstock · Cafe

Gluten-free items are marked on the menu. Staff are described as knowledgeable and accommodating by a symptomatic coeliac diner. However, the kitchen is shared with gluten-containing ingredients. One reviewer noted that GF slices are stored at the bottom of the cabinet and explicitly made in a kitchen that uses gluten. The facility is not a dedicated gluten-free space.

Den Anker

Cape Town · Belgian · €⁠€

The Cape Town Den Anker is reported NOT to have a gluten-free menu, but gluten-free options are available. A coeliac diner reports very knowledgeable waiting staff who can adapt dishes, but notes there is no dedicated fryer. The venue's own website and menu do not mention gluten-free options or allergen marking. The restaurant is not a dedicated gluten-free facility.

Lievita Greenpoint

Cape Town · Italian · €⁠€

Lievita offers a gluten-free pizza base made from rice and corn germ, and a separate gluten-free menu is reported. Staff are described as knowledgeable and will clean the kitchen space or change gloves. However, the venue is explicitly NOT a dedicated gluten-free facility, and the gluten-free dough requires 48 hours advance notice. Cross-contamination risk is acknowledged as the kitchen is shared. Only one community review supports the safety features.

Lily's by Kove Collection

Cape Town · Brunch · €⁠€⁠€

Gluten-free options are available, and the menu marks them with an asterisk to indicate substitutions. Staff are trained on allergies. However, the kitchen is shared, and community sources acknowledge a risk of cross-contamination. A dedicated fryer or dedicated kitchen has not been reported.

Vegan Streetfood, Cape Town

Cape Town · Vegan · Vegetarian · €⁠€

Menu marks several GF items (e.g. Sweet Potato Buns [GF], Coconut Flour Croissants [GF]) and a gluten-free Kiff Bru range is offered. However, no dedicated fryer or prep area is mentioned; the kitchen also handles gluten-containing ingredients (e.g. flour tortillas, Vital Wheat Gluten retail). Cross-contamination risk is acknowledged.