Gluten Free and Substitute friendly!

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Since I've been told that a lot of very basic foods are bad for me, I've found that eating out has been very difficult (especially for a foodie who like cheese bread etc etc). Here is my list of places that give me good options and no flack for my egg/diary/gluten/wheat/barley/tomato (among others) intolerance.

 1. Fresh

326 Bloor St W
Toronto, ON M5S 1W5
(416) 531-2635

Category: Vegetarian

Neighbourhoods: The Annex, University of Toronto, Downtown Core

5.0 star rating
  Update - 5/14/2011

YUM.

It bugs me these days when people are scared of Vegetarian restaurants, saying it's not Hearty enough, or not enough sustenance, or say that they don't want to pay $10 bucks for just a salad.  a) depends what you order b) there is so much more…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    7/12/2010

    I came in to look for food that goes with my no wheat/soy/diary/gluten diet that I'm trying. They… Read more »

 2. Off The Hook

749 Broadview Avenue
Toronto, ON M4K
(416) 465-4356

Categories: Gluten-Free, Fish & Chips

Neighbourhood: Riverdale

4.0 star rating
  9/7/2011 ROTD 12/6/2011 First to Review

Gluten Free Fish and Chip Batter! That sold me.

For $12 you can get Halibut or Sea Bass ($10 for MahiMahi or Snapper),choose your batter (house, cajun, grilled, gluten free) comes with some tasty coleslaw, fries (Cajun, regular, onion rings, sweet…More »

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 3. Insomnia Cafe

563 Bloor St W
Toronto, ON M5S 1Y6
(416) 588-3907

Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, Mediterranean

Neighbourhood: The Annex

5.0 star rating
  Update - 6/1/2011

Must. Support. Favourite. Local. Restaurant.

After my previous review, I got a very kind message from the owner apologizing for the mixup and in return gave me a some gift certificates! I think this is an incredible gesture by the owner and much…More »

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  • 3.0 star rating
    3/27/2011

    I would have given the place a 4 star but some poor communication, I had to minus 1.

    Brunch today… Read more »

 4. L'espresso Bar Mercurio

321 Bloor St W
Toronto, ON M5S 1S5
(416) 585-2233

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhoods: The Annex, University of Toronto, Downtown Core

4.0 star rating
  Update - 10/6/2011

I've been coming here frequently as of late, to meet photographers and other vendors for wedding.

It's great because it's walking distance from my place, easy to find, it's got Free Wifi, and great selection of teas, pastries and snacks.

Tea's are a…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    1/8/2011

    My new favourite place!!! And close by to where I live.
    I love it because of the casual atmosphere,… Read more »

 5. Fiesta Farms

200 Christie St
Toronto, ON M6G 3B6
(416) 537-1235

Categories: Fruits & Veggies, Grocery

Neighbourhoods: Christie Pits, Seaton Village

4.0 star rating
  Update - 8/29/2011

I've come here many times, and just assumed that I was getting a good deal, but never knowing for sure. I know for sure that produce is fresher and cheaper here, but not by how much. As for the other items, I would get berated by my fiancee that I am…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    8/30/2010

    The only reason the place doesnt get  a5 star rating is because:
    -  parking requires either 2 people… Read more »

 6. Il Fornello

1560 Yonge St
Toronto, ON M4T 2S9
(416) 920-7347

Category: Italian

Neighbourhoods: Yonge and St. Clair, Deer Park

3.0 star rating
  9/24/2010

It's the first time I went to Il Fornello after I have sworn off wheat and looking for gluten free foods.  I'm impressed that a main stream restaurant can provide the options. You can get gluten free pasta (rice pasta - $2), a yeast free spelt crust…More »

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 7. Alice Fazooli's Italian Grill

20 Colossus Dr
Woodbridge, ON L4L 9J5
(905) 850-3565

Category: Italian

4.0 star rating
  10/25/2010

We can here as a large birthday party as Dave and Buster's were unable to honour our reservation.

The ambiance is casual and fun, and the food was good. I call it Jack Astors with an Italian twist.

My friend made a reservation ahead of time, but they…More »

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 8. Pomegranate Restaurant

420 College St
Toronto, ON M5T 1T3
(416) 921-7557

Categories: Middle Eastern, Persian/Iranian

Neighbourhood: Kensington Market

5.0 star rating
  9/16/2010

I have not a bad thing to say about the place! And it all started from the prompt (1 min delay) when they called me back after a left a message for a reservation.

You walk in, and it's like you've entered into another world. It's like the old town in…More »

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 9. Fressen Restaurant

478 Queen St W
Toronto, ON M5V 2B2
(416) 504-5127

Categories: Vegan, Vegetarian

Neighbourhoods: Alexandra Park, Queen Street West

3.0 star rating
  9/16/2010

I'm disappointed. Why? Because the food was really good. More on that later, but here is my praise about the food. (deservedly +1 star)

There is so much selection. The food was delicious. The plates were hearty and fills you up.  There is so much…More »

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 10. Bread and Greens

102 Danforth Ave
Toronto, ON M4K 1N1
(416) 915-1515

Category: Sandwiches

Neighbourhood: Riverdale

3.0 star rating
  8/21/2010

A bit pricey, but okay.
$5.99 I built my own salad. Comes with 4 veggies+ choice of leaves + dressing + and two toppings (includes nuts and chocolate chips and cranberries...hmmm)
I wanted avacado (0.75) and be careful because she tells me i can put…More »

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 11. Pho Mi 99

4557 Hurontario St
Mississauga, ON L4Z 3M2
(905) 501-8988

Category: Vietnamese

4.0 star rating
  Update - 5/27/2011

Almost a year after I started coming here, still very pleased. I've come so often I don't look at the menu and write down 201 - medium - special rare beef with tripe, tendon and flank.

I could litteraly come in, order eat and pay within 20 mins. I've…More »

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  • 3.0 star rating
    11/30/2010

    Don't be confused with the Pho Mi 99 on Huronontario.  If I remember correctly, I think this used to… Read more »

 12. Hibiscus

238 Augusta Ave
Toronto, ON M5T 2L7
(416) 364-6183

Categories: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free

Neighbourhood: Kensington Market

4.0 star rating
  4/10/2011

Brunch on a rainy Sunday afternoon with friends. We were able to get a seat in the small place at 12 but after 1pm it got super busy.

They have a hearty soup and salad combo. Today it was leek and potato soup: thick,  pureed and served with a crunchy…More »

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 13. The Big Carrot Natural Food Market

348 Danforth Ave
Toronto, ON M4K 1N8
(416) 466-2129

Categories: Health Food Store, Grocery

Neighbourhood: Riverdale

3.0 star rating
  Update - 9/28/2011

I like the place a lot - it's got a bulk section for your organic nuts, seeds and dry things, any sort of gluten free/wheat free alternative you might be looking for, and tons of choice.  But there are things that have started to bug me.

For…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    8/5/2010

    Big Carrot is Big and sells more than just carrots.
    I stepped in here because now with my new diet… Read more »

 14. Lola's Kitchen

634 Church Street
Toronto, ON M4Y 2G3
(416) 966-3991

Category: Breakfast & Brunch

Neighbourhoods: Church-Wellesley Village, Downtown Core

4.0 star rating
  Update - 5/15/2011

Wow, My friend made an interesting observation about my last review. I was here exactly one year ago to this day (may 15th) !! how weird and creepy!

I was able to make a reservation for 4 quite easily (highly recommended!) We were welcomed by friendly…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    5/15/2010

    Yum.

    We came here for brunch on a saturday afternoon. I made reservations via email, and it was… Read more »

 15. Sadie's Diner & Juice Bar

504 Adelaide St W
Toronto, ON M5V 1T5
(416) 777-2343
2.0 star rating
  1/3/2011

2.5
Monday morning on a pseudo holiday, it was a great place to get an all day breakfast.  The menu has a lot to offer, with lots of vegan and veggie options, And they have Eggs as well.

I did really like their smoothies. And it was Banana Based and…More »

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 16. C'est What?

67 Front Street East
Toronto, ON M5E 1B5
(416) 867-9499

Categories: Pubs, Breweries, Burgers

Neighbourhoods: St. Lawrence, Downtown Core

5.0 star rating
  7/9/2010

I'm really like the food selection here. I have all these dietary restrictions, and they have so many different choices and variety of foods. Also they don't make a big deal about substitutions.
At the same time I was really craving all the yummy…More »

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 17. Stella's Cafe And Bakery

Winnipeg, MB

4.0 star rating
  3/14/2012 First to Review

It really has a great West Coast casual feel. I am impressed by the friendly people and staff at this ungodly hour (6am)

Breakfast served all day.
But they also have a great lunch, sandwich, burger and entree menu with lots of veggie options including…More »

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 18. Union Social Eatery

6986 Financial Dr
Mississauga, ON L5N 8J4
(905) 814-1234

Category: Canadian (New)

5.0 star rating
  3/29/2012

I actually only found this when I got lost in the area, and made a mental note that this might be a cool place to eat. What drew me to it was attractive is that it's not your typical Keg, Moxies, Milestones, Caseys usually found in these industrial…More »

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 19. Loblaws

17 Leslie Street
Toronto, ON M4M 3H9
(416) 469-2897

Category: Grocery

Neighbourhood: Leslieville

5.0 star rating
  Update - 4/12/2012

Maybe I've never noticed before, but I'm in love with this location of Loblaws for the following reasons:

- open 24 hrs , close to my work

- has a big prepared food section that includes sushi (got a 12 pc rolls for $8.99) , and $7 entree combo with…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    12/6/2010

    My 300th review, I thought it would be something more than Lobaws, but i can't help it because even… Read more »


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