50 of the most gluten-free friendly places in South Africa
Last updated March 2025
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29 ratings7 Ravenscraig Road, Woodstock, Cape Town, 8060, South Africa
Reported to be dedicated gluten-free
GF menu items: Bagels, Cakes, Baguettes, Cinnamon Rolls, Dessert & more
Featured review snippet "A must try for celiacs in Cape Town" -
13 ratings277 Main Rd, Sea Point, Cape Town, 8060, South Africa
Reported to be dedicated gluten-free
GF menu items: Cinnamon Rolls, Burgers, Cakes, Bread/Buns, Muffins & more
Featured review snippet "This is an awsome gem in Cape Town!" -
3 ratings28 Langenhoven St, Still Bay West, Still Bay, 6674, South Africa
Reported to be dedicated gluten-free
GF menu items: Bread/Buns, Cookies, Pies, Cakes, Pancakes & more
Featured review snippet "Bought a delicious GF bread from them too. Lovely place!" -
2 ratingsCedar Rd, Broadacres AH, Chartwell, 2055, South Africa
Reported to be dedicated gluten-free
GF menu items: Cakes, Muffins, Cupcakes, Cookies, Scones & more
Featured review snippet "Had a few things from here before and all 100% safe! The carrot cake is a must" -
10 ratings9 safety ratings15 Bennett St, Green Point, Cape Town, 8005, South AfricaGF Menu
GF menu items: Bread/Buns
Featured review snippet "I emailed them and they said they have someone celiac on staff and have a whole program for food safety." -
9 ratings7 safety ratingsShop 7117, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001, South AfricaNo GF Menu
GF menu items: Pasta
Featured review snippet "I’ve had a great gluten-free pasta at this place!" -
14 ratings9 safety ratings168 Loop St, CBD, Cape Town, 8001, South AfricaGF Menu
GF menu items: Dessert, Pancakes
Featured review snippet "As a celiac / gluten free individual, I felt completely cared for and safe." -
7 ratings7 safety ratings92 Bree St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000, South AfricaGF MenuFeatured review snippet "You can order almost anything from the Menu, please let the water know you are gluten intolerant and he will make sure you get any order gluten free."
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6 ratings6 safety ratingsShop 1, Constantia Village Courtyard, Constantia, Cape Town, 7708, South AfricaGF Menu
GF menu items: Bread/Buns, Dessert, Toast, French Toast
Featured review snippet "The GF bread used for some items on the menu (French toast) are not necessarily safe for Celiacs as it is made in a facility with gluten." -
5 ratings3 safety ratingsShop 120, The Promenade, Victoria Rd, Camps Bay, Cape Town, 8040, South AfricaNo GF Menu
GF menu items: Bread/Buns, Ice Cream, Sandwiches, Fries, Burgers & more
Featured review snippet "The has some burguers with the gluten free bread option." -
5 ratings5 safety ratingsShop 2A, The Promenade, Victoria Rd, Camps Bay, Cape Town, 8040, South AfricaNo GF Menu
GF menu items: Pasta, Bread/Buns, Steak
Featured review snippet "This area struggles with gluten free menus/options but there were quite a few seafood and meat options that the waiter was knowledgeable about." -
6 ratings3 safety ratings77 Dorp St, Stellenbosch, 7600, South Africa 7600No GF Menu
GF menu items: Tortilla Chips, Bread/Buns, Burgers
Featured review snippet "They were really friendly, and they have fresh GF buns everyday!!" -
GF menu items: Pizza
Featured review snippet "Had a good gluten-free pizza here!" -
4 ratings4 safety ratings19 Dixon St, De Waterkant, Cape Town, 8001, South AfricaGF Menu
GF menu items: Noodles, Pho
Featured review snippet "All noodles are rice noodles and they understand cross contamination well." -
GF menu items: Salad, Pasta, Eggplant Parmesan, Steak, Pizza
Featured review snippet "We went here both nights we stayed in Franschhoek as it was safe and delicious" -
4 ratings4 safety ratingsHarbour Bay Mall Shop GF 17, Ground Floor Cnr Main & Dido Valley Roads Glencairn, Simon's Town, Cape Town, 7975, South AfricaGF Menu
GF menu items: Sushi, Tacos, Bread/Buns, Dessert, Cupcakes & more
Featured review snippet "The Blue Kiwi is a gem of a find for a quick stopover between Muizenberg and Boulders Beach in Cape Town." -
4 ratings3 safety ratingsShop G320, Gateway Centre, 1 Palm Blvd, Umhlanga Ridge, Durban, 4319, South Africa 4319GF Menu
GF menu items: Pasta, Cider, Pizza
Featured review snippet "Excellent gluten free options- had a delicious gluten free pizza" -
3 ratings2 safety ratings32 Van Zyl St, Strand, Cape Town, 7140, South AfricaGF Menu
GF menu items: Cakes, Bread/Buns, Avocado Toast, Sandwiches, Cookies & more
Featured review snippet "They have amazing gluten free cakes but it sells out quite quickly." -
3 ratings3 safety ratingsShop 1, Wine Centre Building, 35 Port Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001, South AfricaGF Menu
GF menu items: Sushi, Milkshakes, Soy Sauce
Featured review snippet "For my teenage daughter with celiac, she was thrilled with a chocolate milkshake, edamame, sushi (salmon, tuna and prawn maki and on request GF soy sauce) and oysters." -
3 ratings2 safety ratings1 Silo Square, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8002, South AfricaGF Menu
GF menu items: Wraps, Burgers, Bread/Buns
Featured review snippet "Sides were cleaned and wiped down before food prep and they were very good at making sure everyone working on our order knew it had to be gluten free." -
3 ratings3 safety ratings10 High St, Hermanus, 7200, South AfricaGF Menu
GF menu items: Pizza, Cakes, Pasta, Dessert
Featured review snippet "Really friendly and the gluten free pizza is excellent!!" -
3 ratings3 safety ratingsNoordhoek Farm Village, Village Ln, Goedehoop Estate, Cape Town, 7979, South AfricaNo GF Menu
GF menu items: Dessert
Featured review snippet "They do not have a dedicated gluten free menu but many dishes are gluten free and the chef and waiters are able to advise which dishes are safe or how a dish may be modified to be safe." -
3 ratings2 safety ratingsHelshoogte Rd, Stellenbosch, 7600, South AfricaNo GF Menu
GF menu items: Bread/Buns, Sandwiches, Burgers, Dessert
Featured review snippet "Also the macarons (itself gluten free) were made freshly in the kitchen to avoid cross-contamination." -
3 ratings3 safety ratings126 Da Gama Rd, Wavecrest, Jeffreys Bay, 6330, South AfricaGF Menu
GF menu items: Burgers, Bread/Buns, Avocado Toast, Sandwiches, Wraps & more
Featured review snippet "Delicious gluten free pizza and wraps!" -
3 ratings3 safety ratings14 Huguenot St, Franschhoek, 7690, South AfricaGF Menu
GF menu items: Tacos, Curry
Featured review snippet "The Al Pastor tacos were great and they had some yummy cider options :)" -
3 ratings3 safety ratings6, The Silo, The Old Biscuit Mill, 373-375 Albert Rd, Woodstock, Cape Town, 7915, South AfricaGF MenuFeatured review snippet "I would recommend to any celiacs visiting Cape Town"
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3 ratings3 safety ratingsThe Promenade, Victoria Rd, Camps Bay, Cape Town, 8040, South AfricaNo GF Menu
GF menu items: Fries
Featured review snippet "Staff is taking celiac serious and will help to find all options on the menu." -
3 ratings3 safety ratingsNext door to Ocean Blue, Central Beach area, 14 Hopwood Street, Plettenberg Bay, 6600, South AfricaGF Menu
GF menu items: Cakes, Muffins, Quiche, Pies
Featured review snippet "They have a cute special place for gluten-free things, including quiches and muffins." -
3 ratings3 safety ratingsDarnell St, Storms River, Stormsrivier, 6308, South AfricaNo GF Menu
GF menu items: Bread/Buns, Burgers, Fries
Featured review snippet "I had no symptoms although I am a highly sensitive and symptomatic celiac." -
3 ratings3 safety ratingsBeach, Seaforth Rd, Simon's Town, Cape Town, 7975, South AfricaGF Menu
GF menu items: Steak, Wraps, Fries, Dessert
Featured review snippet "The wait-staff was very familiar with gluten free needs and the food was amazing." -
3 ratings2 safety ratings177 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South AfricaNo GF Menu
GF menu items: Pizza
Featured review snippet "Ordered a pizza from takeout. The GF pizza was delicious." -
3 ratings3 safety ratings2 Deerpark Dr W, Vredehoek, Cape Town, 8001, South AfricaGF Menu
GF menu items: Pizza
Featured review snippet "At least 3 items on the breakfast menu and also brownies and sandwiches which are GF." -
3 ratings3 safety ratings177 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South AfricaGF Menu
GF menu items: Cakes, Bread/Buns, Cookies, Acai Bowls, Brownies
Featured review snippet "Great vegan options - all vegan- with manu GF options." -
6 ratings6 safety ratings31 Barnet St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South AfricaGF Menu
GF menu items: Dessert
Featured review snippet "An original Greek Restaurant with a gluten free Menu." -
7 ratings7 safety ratingsThe Old Power Station, Dock Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 7806, South AfricaNo GF Menu
GF menu items: Pizza, Sushi, Bread/Buns, Sandwiches, Steak & more
Featured review snippet "The Yard even had gluten free pizza!" -
GF menu items: Bread/Buns, Pasta, Dessert
Featured review snippet "They know what GF is and have GF options such as GF bread and pasta." -
GF menu items: Cakes, Bread/Buns, Cheesecake, Pasta, Pancakes & more
Featured review snippet "Fun winery in front of elephant park (with view), great selection of GF pizzas, all cakes GF (including delish cheesecake and ganache)… wine also excellent." -
2 ratings2 safety ratingsCnr Upper Maynard, and, 221 Vredehoek Ave, Vredehoek, Cape Town, 8001, South AfricaGF Menu
GF menu items: Bread/Buns, Sandwiches, Fries, Dessert
Featured review snippet "Great selection of gluten free things." -
2 ratingsGate 2 Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Rhodes Drive Newlands, Wynberg NU (2), Cape Town, 7700, South AfricaGF Menu
GF menu items: Cakes, Bread/Buns, Sandwiches, Dessert
Featured review snippet "A lot of options for gluten free!" -
2 ratings2 safety ratings19 Lanzerac Rd, Karindal, Stellenbosch, 7600, South AfricaGF MenuFeatured review snippet "Service was excellent, all servers listened very carefully - my first restaurant meal in months and it was excellent."
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2 ratings2 safety ratings19 Dock Rd, V & A Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001, South AfricaGF Menu
GF menu items: Rice Bowls
Featured review snippet "Everything is gluten free except for two sauces that can easily be avoided." -
2 ratings2 safety ratings78 Regent Rd, Sea Point, Cape Town, 8001, South AfricaGF Menu
GF menu items: Muffins, Bread/Buns, Banana Bread, Avocado Toast, Smoothie Bowls & more
Featured review snippet "Lovely place with clearly marked menu with gluten free options." -
2 ratings2 safety ratingsPiazza St-John, 395 Main Rd, Sea Point, Cape Town, 8001, South AfricaGF Menu
GF menu items: Cakes, Bread/Buns, Sandwiches, Pancakes, Dessert
Featured review snippet "Specific gluten free options on the menu and very good food." -
2 ratings2 safety ratings296 Main St, Keurboomstrand, 6600, South AfricaGF Menu
GF menu items: Pasta, Pizza
Featured review snippet "There was also gluten free pasta with tons of fish and meat options" -
2 ratings173-177 Bancor Ave, Waterkloof Glen, Pretoria, 0010, South AfricaGF Menu
GF menu items: Pasta, French Toast
Featured review snippet "The staff is very helpful with gluten free." -
GF menu items: Pasta, Pizza
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GF menu items: Acai Bowls, Pizza
Featured review snippet "Definitely best choice in Wilderness" -
2 ratings2 safety ratingsVictoria Road, Camps Bay, 18 - 21 Brighton Court, Camps Bay, Cape Town, 8002, South AfricaGF Menu
GF menu items: Pasta, Pizza, Dessert
Featured review snippet "Pizza options too although not sure on cross contamination." -
2 ratings2 safety ratingsShop 2, 77 Regent Rd, Sea Point, Cape Town, 8060, South AfricaNo GF Menu
GF menu items: Nachos, Tacos
Featured review snippet "Most items on their menu are GF. Incredible tacos, nachos & Margaritas" -
2 ratings2 safety ratingsCorner Dean and, Main St, Newlands, Cape Town, 7700, South AfricaGF Menu
GF menu items: Sushi, Soy Sauce, Noodles
Featured review snippet "One of my favourite gluten free restaurants in Cape Town."
