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Hey Darlin' Diner

14 ratings
$$ • Diner
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Bread/Buns, Burgers, Dessert, Pancakes, Pasta, Sandwiches, Tacos, Waffles
Safety Rating
14 ratings

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125 Brock St
Kingston, ON K7L 5N6, Canada
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Overall Rating

Review


They present as a normal restaurant but are completely gluten free, celiac friendly! Every single item on menu is completely safe for celiacs!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 6 months ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


We were looking for a place for breakfast and found this place by accident. We’ll let me say, we hit the jackpot when we found out it was totally safe to eat here.

I was my birthday the day before and my husband decided to make it a weekend getaway away to kingston. When the server asked us about our weekend, we told her “birthday weekend”, she brought us a pieces of cake to take home to celebrate my birthday.

The food was excellent, amazing cappuccino to go with the fantastic breakfast. We will definitely be coming back to this restaurant!

It was the perfect end to our weekend.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 6 months ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Clean diner with a friendly and attentive staff. Amazing that everything was is GF. I enjoyed my lunch!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

Updated 6 months ago read full review

This establishment is NOT a dedicated gluten-free facility and may not be safe for those with celiac disease. Please contact the establishment directly to inquire about safety precautions.

Gluten-Free Features

  • Reported to have a dedicated fryer
  • Bread/Buns
  • Burgers
  • Dessert
  • Gluten-Free Menu
  • Pancakes
  • Pasta
  • Sandwiches
  • Tacos
  • Waffles

Categories

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Diner
  • Dinner
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Takeout

Photos


Birthday cake!
Brunch is always a good idea. Waffles & bacon!
GF ice cream sandwhich
GF cheesecake
Chicken fingers & fries (dedicated fryer)
All items gluten free (except hellfire chicken sandwich and smash burger - both can be made gluten free)
Gluten-Free at Hey Darlin' Diner
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Overall Rating

Review


This place is amazing. The atmosphere is super welcoming and inclusive. The food is absolutely delicious. And nearly everything is gluten free. Had fried chicken and waffles for the first time and couldn’t believe how good it was. Already planning my next visit.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Quality & Quantity


How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 7 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Review


I never thought I would get to eat poutine. They made it dairy and gluten free for me and it was delicious. I was told the head chef has celiac so everything is gluten free except they have regular buns for those who don't eat gluten free. I already want to go back. I took a piece of pie to go.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 7 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Review


Everything on the menu is GF with exception of some buns, which are handled in a separate area. They don’t advertise / put on the menu that they are a GF kitchen as it may decrease sales to students but they are!

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Quality & Quantity


How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 8 months ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


I ate here twice during my visit with no issues and got the two 2 egg breakfast, I tried both the bacon and sausage. The tater tots were super yummy too!!

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Quality & Quantity


How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 8 months ago read full review

Gluten Sensitive

Overall Rating

Review


This was a place with niice ambiance and good service. The menu contains a nice variety of gluten-free options. We shared the GF poutine, it was excellent! This place also has gender neutral washrooms. Would definitely go back

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 8 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Fantastic food & great service. The menu isn’t marked with gf items but everything on the menu is gluten free except the Hell Fire Chicken and the Smash burger because of the bun (but both can be made gluten free). Fryer is dedicated. You HAVE to try the cheesecake!!!

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Quality & Quantity


How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 9 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Love their food!! Mostly everything is gluten free so you get to enjoy everything except certain buns! The food and staff are always awesome. Just love it!!!!

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 10 months ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


I just had a wonderful meal here (two celiac family members + one non-celiac). Everything on the menu could be made GF. The fried chicken sandwich was delicious and we could share everything because even the "regular" mac and cheese was GF. My kids loved their milkshakes. We will definitely be back.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
Updated 12 months ago read full review

Asymptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Had breakfast here, food was great and staff were super friendly! The menu is not 100% gluten free but there are only 1-2 items that contain gluten

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer
  • Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
  • Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Offers outdoor seating
  • Reservations recommended
Updated 12 months ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Sister restaurant to Whiskey and Rose, much more casual with a diner atmosphere but they share a kitchen. Lots of gluten free options, much like Whiskey and Rose. Server seemed a little unsure of what could be modified to be gf and how safe it is, so I had her ask the kitchen and it’s mostly all GF with a dedicated fryer. I went opening week so they may be a bit more confident now! Disappointed that the selection for vegetarians was basically limited to Poutine or Mac and Cheese (both gf). Went for the Mac and Cheese and it was very yummy but will definitely pick whiskey and rose over its neighbour next time! Check it out, my non vegetarian family enjoyed!

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Quality & Quantity


How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Great little restaurant!

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 1 year ago read full review

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