Vela

12 ratings
$$ • Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Bread/Buns, Dessert, Fries
Safety Rating
12 ratings

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90 Portland St
Toronto, ON M5V 2N2, Canada
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Most Recent Reviews


Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


The staff was great to accommodate my celiac. Anything that did have gluten, they separated it for me and my husband without compromising the flavour. We had the 7 course tasting menu which was really good.

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

Overall Rating

Review


Amazing experience at Vela! I’ve been twice now, first time 2 years ago when they first opened and ordered individual items. This time I did the 7 course tasting menu. Both were fantastic, very confident in their GF knowledge and everything was safe. They use a dedicated fryer and swapped out one of the dishes from pasta to GF gnocchi. Would definitely go back a 3rd time!

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
  • 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 dairy-free
  • Good for dinner
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 8 months ago read full review

Asymptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


So many gluten free menu options clearly marked! Very celiac friendly and delicious.

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • 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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Reservations recommended
Updated 1 year 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
  • Dessert
  • Fries
  • Gluten-Free Menu

Categories

  • Allergy Friendly
  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Delivery
  • Dinner
  • Healthy
  • Keto Friendly
  • Late Night
  • Lunch
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restaurant
  • Takeout
  • Vegan Friendly

Photos


Baked alaska and cake
Beef with peas, onion and truffle
Gnocchi
Deep fried mushroom with vegan sauce (AMAZING)
Tuna ceviche
Deep fried risotto with truffle
Gluten Free Truffle Pasta
Burrata pasta
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More Reviews


Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


The server was very knowledgeable about celiac and taking precautions. She said they have a dedicated GF fryer but unfortunately the oil is reused from both fryers and gets mixed, so anything fried was off the table. But she swapped my side for green beans, and all the other food was amazing.

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 1 year ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


They were familiar with celiac and were accommodating. We did the 7 course meal and were happy to do a gluten free option for me.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

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 dairy-free
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for keto
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers outdoor seating
  • Reservations recommended
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Had a great experience at Vela, everything on the menu is either gluten free or has the option to be. Waiter made me feel safe and asked if anyone had any food allergies. 10/10 would 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 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


The food is wonderful at this upscale restaurant and is coupled with attentive service. Both of our servers were extremely knowledgeable about celiac issues and answered questions about cross contamination that demonstrated that Vela takes this seriously. Most dishes are either GF or have a GF option; gf pasta is cooked in separate water from regular pasta; there is a dedicated fryer; and all of the breading used in dishes such as chicken schnitzel is GF; GF bread is available etc etc

The food is beautifully cooked with lots of sharing possibilities. Highly recommended.

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
  • 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 dinner
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Beautiful, fairly fancy resturant. About 95% of the menu either is or can be made gluten free. Was asked about allergies before ordering and server knew exactly what celiac disease was and assured me that the kitchen takes allergies extremely seriously. Had the deep friend mushrooms which were incredible, a raw salmon appetizer, and the truffle pasta with gluten free pasta! The best part? They have tons of gluten free desserts!

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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for dinner
  • Good vegan options
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Do not go here if you have celiac. They have no idea what cross contamination is. I sat at the bar (they call it the “chefs counter”) where you can watch all of the food be cooked. I saw one of the chefs put steak/eggplant/other food on the exact same spots on the grill that he also kept putting bread on. He would also cut the steaks with his bare hands after touching gluten-filled bread. When I asked the waiter if my steak was cooked on this same grill he became rude and said he had to ask the chefs (this is after he confirmed for me that my food would be safe in the first place). He came back and told me that my food was fine because the chef “remembers where he puts the bread so he doesn’t put other food where the bread was” and that “the bread isn’t on the grill long anyways so it’s not a big deal”. I was excited due to the good reviews on this app and I also called the restaurant in advance and they told me they were celiac safe. I’ve spent the last 2 days extremely sick. The staff assure you repeatedly that your food is safe but in reality they do not understand celiac or cross contamination.

Safety


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

— Not at all

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?

— Some

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

— Poor

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Amazing restaurant! Almost all items on the menu are GF or GFO. Servers are very knowledgeable and the food is fantastic. So grateful to have a fine dining GF restaurant. Their patio is also great!

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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Amazing Dining experience, super celiac safe and friendly. Their entire menu accommodates to a gluten free option! 10/10 experience

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
  • Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

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 dairy-free
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers delivery
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


We had a fabulous meal at Vela. Almost the whole menu is gluten free! Including breaded and fried items. They have gluten free bread for things that come with bread or toast.

We had hamachi crudo, beef tartare, crispy maitake mushrooms, halibut, chicken schnitzel, and a pavlova. And fries.

Did I mention it was all fabulous??

If you’re looking for a fancy date night-type restaurant, I highly recommend Vela!

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
  • 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 dairy-free
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 2 years ago read full review

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