10 restaurants for a gluten free night out
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Making dinner plans with a gluten-free friend? Then you need to read this.
We’re about to share some stellar eats that are perfect for a night on the Canberra foodie scene that won’t leave anyone feeling puffy and poorly when the meal is over. Here are 10 restaurants in Canberra that have amazing gluten-free options, making dinner deliciously stress-free.
Akiba
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Perfect for a night out with friends, Akiba’s has a dedicated coeliac-friendly menu that is available every lunch and dinner.
With plenty of options to choose from (hello miso dengaku eggplant and kingfish sashimi) I recommend choosing the “Feed Me Menu”, letting the staff know that gluten is not your friend and enjoy as they bring the best of their unique Asian inspired menu to you.
40 Bunda St, Canberra | Open Monday to Sunday, 11:30 am until late| akiba.com.au | @akibacbr
Bar Beirut
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Any restaurant that has belly dancers, wasabi martini’s and gluten free options on the menu is a must-visit.
Packed full of bold punchy flavours that are inspired by a modern fusion of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine, you can tantalise your taste buds with signature oysters with pomegranate mignonette, salmon tartare with mandarin chilli dressing, roasted eggplant with lentil, mushroom, zhoug and more. Oh, and the dirty rice is to die for.
25 Garema Place, Civic | Open Tuesday to Saturday from 5 pm until late |barbeirut.com.au | @barbeirutcbr
Belluci’s Manuka
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When out on the town, finding good gluten-free pasta can be a challenge. But the magic of Belluci’s in Manuka is you can make their whole pasta menu gluten free—that’s eight pasta options to choose from. Add in parmesan crusted polenta chips with smoked tomato chutney and garlic aiol, as well as salt and pepper squid with rocket, lemon and aioli and you can understand why ‘obsessed’ is an understatement
Cnr of Franklin St &, Furneaux St, Griffith | Open Monday to Sunday 5 pm-9 pm | bellucis.com.au | @bellucismanuka
Brunello
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This premium wine bar and restaurant has a European bistro-style menu which can be described as “high-end but uncomplicated”—and it has gluten free options that you’ll be thinking about for weeks. I recommend the house-made sourdough with pepe saya smoked butter and the beetroot salmon with smoked goat’s cheese, pickles, lemon gel, dill oil, lavash.
Just let the fabulous staff know about your dietary requirements and they will take care of you. *Chefs kiss*.
222 City Walk, Civic | Open Monday to Saturday 5.30 pm-10.30 pm; and Sunday 12 pm – 4 pm | brunello.com.au | @brunello.canberra
Grease Monkey
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Chips, burgers and pizzas that never disappoint AND are gluten free? Run, don’t walk. The best part is they use a dedicated fryer for gluten-free, so you know you won’t regret it in the morning.
19 Lonsdale St, Braddon, Westfield Woden’s Bradley Street Dining Precinct and Shop 63/33 Hibberson St, Gungahlin | Open Monday to Sunday, 11 am until late | greasys.com.au | @greasemonkeycanberra
Fenway Public House
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Perfect for when you’re hungry but not sure what you want, Fenway Public House has a range of gluten free options that will probably make your decision even harder. Choose from crispy buffalo wings, pizza, nachos or steak and add a margarita to make a night of it.
R01/9 Bradley St, Phillip | Open Wednesday to Thursday 12pm – 10pm, Friday to Saturday 12pm – 12am and Sunday 12pm – 9:30pm | fenwaypublichouse.com.au |@fenway_publichouse
Kinn Thai
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If you’re craving comfort food that doesn’t hurt your stomach, Kinn Thai should be at the top of the list. Full of delicious Thai flavours, the menu has gluten-free options on almost every page, including the iconic Pad Thai and a salmon nashi salad with mint, Thai herbs and cashew nut, coconut milk with chilli tamarind dressing that will become your next food obsession.
Shop FG03, 125 Bunda St, Civic | Open Monday to Sunday 5 pm – 10 pm | kinnrestaurant.com.au | @kinnthaicanberra
Mookie Burger
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Another one if you’re craving a burger (which is honestly always), this American-style burger joint with a Japanese twist has great gluten free options. Simply swap to a gluten free or lettuce bun, add some sweet potato fries on the side and dig in.
4A/21 Genge St, Canberra and 13B Anketell Street South. Point Mall Tuggeranong | Open Monday to Sunday from 11:30 am | mookie.com.au | @mookieburger
Molto Italian
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The perfect mix of modern and traditional Italian food, Molto is the perfect all-rounder. All of their pizza and pasta have gluten free options available upon request and even dessert options. Think torta di cioccolata served with dehydrated raspberries, raspberry compote, fairy floss and sorbet. Yum!
Unit 155, 43 Eastlake parade, Kingston | Open Monday to Sunday 6 pm to 10 pm | moltoitalian.com | @molto_italian
Morks Restaurant
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Awarded One Hat in The Good Food Guide 2019 and 2020, Morks Restaurant has plenty available for coeliacs upon request including Thai noodle salad and Vietnamese pancake, shredded duck leg with silken tofu, sugar snap peas and truffle oil and more.
18/19 Eastlake Parade, Kingston | Open Tuesday to Saturday 6 pm – 9 pm | morks.com.au | @morksrestaurant
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