The majority of the restaurant suggestions on this site are primarily focused in the West Coast. The main reason for this is simply due to my location. However, anytime I have an opportunity to highlight restaurants across Canada that offer gluten-free options, I’m excited to do so.
I’ve been to Halifax numerous times, but I have never come across The Wooden Monkey. One of our visitors brought this unique establishment to my attention and I’m glad they did.
The Wooden Monkey pays particular attention to not only the type of foods they serve, but the quality. They provide only local, organic and free trade ingredients for all their dishes.
Their menu clearly indicates all items which are gluten-free and/or vegetarian. From what I have been told, the gluten-free pizza is terrific!
It’s been a little over a year since I’ve had a chance to visit Halifax, but I can’t wait to go back and try the Wooden Monkey.

Location:
1707 Grafton Street
Halifax, NS
Tel: 902-444-3844
www.thewoodenmonkey.ca

Charm Modern Thai is a fantastic thai restaurant with a fun modern twist. Located in Yaletown, Charm gladly welcomes anyone with Celiac Disease and gluten sensitivities. Although traditional Thai cuisine is naturally gluten-free, not all menu items here are so. However, many items are, or can easily be modified to meet the gluten-free requirements.
Charm suggests calling in advance so they can offer more options when you arrive. But even if you just happened to be walking by, they still have options they can serve.
Chef Tiffany recommends asking for her so she can talk to you about eating a safe gluten-free meal.
Charm was featured and recommended by Vancouver’s Living Gluten-Free Community at their September 2009 meeting(www.lgfc.ca).

Location:
1269 Hamilton St
Vancouver, BC
Tel: 604-688-9339
www.charmmodernthai.com

Irashai Grill in Coal Harbour (Vancouver) provides delicious Japanese cuisine in a funky, modern atmosphere. A common source of gluten in Japanese food and sushi is the artificial crab. Irashai proudly promotes the fact that all seafood in the restaurant is real, fresh and wild!
Not all menu items are gluten free (obviously avoid any tempura), so be sure to let your server know about your gluten-free needs. Staff here is very accommodating and can easily meet the gluten-free dietary needs.
Irashai suggests asking to speak to Eugene (Manager) as he is most familiar with gluten-free.
Irashai was featured and recommended by Vancouver’s Living Gluten-Free Community at their September 2009 meeting(www.lgfc.ca).

Location:
1368 West Pender St.
Vancouver, BC
Tel: 604-688-8697
www.irashaigrill.com

Park Tower in Winnipeg has great food at great prices. This casual Greek dining experience can be safely enjoyed by those with Celiac Disease or gluten sensitivities. Just mention gluten-free and they will take care of you. The staff is very knowledgeable and ready to serve you a delicious gluten-free Greek meal.
(review by anonymous user)

Location:
1-2015 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB
R3J 0K3
Tel: 204-889-4271
Currently No Website

I have always considered the idea of opening a restaurant in Vancouver that is naturally 100% gluten-free. Until now, I believed I would be the first. But this was before I came across Gorilla Food. This restaurant is not only gluten-free and safe for those with Celiac Disease, but it is entire Vegan-friendly and raw.
They have great menu options including some delicious desserts. This is a great place for anyone who can’t have gluten and dairy but really want to satisfy their sweet tooth!

Location:
101 – 436 Richards St.
Vancouver, BC
Tel: 604-684-3663
www.gorillafood.com

Considering most Chinese food contains or uses soya sauce, it’s fantastic to see Asian restaurants that can accommodate celiac disease and gluten intolerance.
Wild Rice is a unique, modern Chinese restaurant in Vancouver. The great thing about this place is their incredible awareness and ability to accommodate to many allergies and food sensitivities. Not only do they have a separate Gluten-Free menu (upon request), but they also have garlic-free and onion-free options for those who are allergic. The staff is very knowledgeable and willing to make any adaptations necessary. Wild Rice also plans to release a new main menu in the near future which will be roughly 80% gluten-free!
Wild Rice was featured and recommended by Vancouver’s Living Gluten-Free Community at their September 2009 meeting (www.lgfc.ca).

Location:
117 W Pender St.
Vancouver, BC
Tel: 604-642-2882
www.wildricevancouver.com