Bistro East

We dropped in and asked about GF options. The new owner was very nice but said that they are just building the business and will be looking at GF options in future.

The restaurant was wonderful. Sadly the building sold and restaurant is now closed. Update: Bistro East has reopened under new ownership. I stopped by to make reservations for dinner and spoke to a member of the waitstaff about gluten free options. (GF pizza is on the menu listed outside.) She said in a clipped and rude tone “ We really don’t have any. That was the old menu. “ I won’t be recommending or visiting this restaurant until the new owners hire some decent staff.

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

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

— Poor

New owners as of April 2023. No gluten free options aside from salads. Menu says plans for GF pizza crust at some point.

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

— Not at all

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

Other Characteristics

• Good vegetarian options

Excellent meal. Nice staff. Very celiac aware. Can do almost everything on the menu gluten free. Would definitely go again. No reservations so go early, put your name in and enjoy walking around town.

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

— Very

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

This place was great! They were very knowledgeable about celiac disease. Most of their menu could be made gluten free. I didnt have the pizza but they do offer it GF. The haddock special with scallops and fries was wonderful and the mousse for dessert didn't get me sick either! Highly recommend.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

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 Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers outdoor seating

Being celiac, Bistro East was a great find and reccomendation from our waitress at Fundys Resraurant in Digby. If you are gluten free and are in the Annapolis Valley go here!! Be sure to get the seafood chowder that comes with amazing GF bread. All sandwiches can be made gluten free as well! great find! bravo Bistro East!