Coeliac friendly restaurants in Maitland

There are some great pubs and restaurants in the Maitland region serving up gluten free meals, although some are more coeliac aware than others. Here’s our list of places recommended by locals. If you can recommend anywhere else, let us know in the comments!

All reviews are valid at the time of the visit, however as restaurant menus and staff change over time it is important to do your own due diligence and ask your own questions to ensure that your health is protected.

Bread and Water 100% Gluten Free Cafe

Open for breakfast and lunch 7 days, Bread and Water is located at the Old Maitland Gaol in East Maitland. They were the first dedicated gluten free eatery in the Hunter region, and serve up a delicious range of gluten free cakes, slices, pies and meals.

Reviews of Bread and Water vary wildly in terms of waiting times and customer service, so be prepared for a possible interesting experience (or a fantastic experience, I think it depends on the day!) Bookings advisable, phone 4933 7213. They also now offer home delivery on their bakery products.

Bread and Water on Facebook

The George Tavern Greenhills

The George Tavern is a great spot for a casual gluten free pub meal. They have two outdoor decks with heating, two bar areas (a sports bar and the Empire Lounge) and a bistro.

A fair chunk of their menu is gluten free, including favourites like the Buffalo Chicken Wings with blue cheese sauce, and the Buttermilk Fried Chicken Tenders with smoked bacon aioli. Their fries are GF.

If you mention being coeliac they will cook your meal in the separate fryer, and can even do a gluten free snitty if you call ahead.

Kids eat free every day from 5-6pm!

The George Tavern
Molly Morgan Drive, Greenhills Shopping Centre, East Maitland
https://www.georgetavern.com.au/

The Rigby

Located in one of Maitland’s gorgeous heritage buildings on High Street, The Rigby does breakfast every day with lunch and dinner Wednesday to Saturday.

At night the space transforms into a stylish bar, with the dinner menu centred around shared plates and sides, most of which are gluten free or gfo. They have a separate fryer.

The Rigby

307 High Street, Maitland
therigby.com.au

The Bank Hotel

The Bank Hotel has a small range of gluten free meals and a separate fryer.

The Bank Hotel
72 Melbourne Street, East Maitland
thebankmaitland.com.au

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Pho Viet

Pho Viet (formerly Chinhs) is a local favourite with a range of delicious gluten free Vietnamese dishes available. They were closed for quite a while but as of Sep 2022 are open again. They are coeliac aware and can adapt dishes.

Pho Viet
8/1A Ken Tubman Dr Maitland
Ph 4934 4963
Pho Viet/Chinhs on Facebook

Bonjani Woodfired Pizza and Takeaway

Bojani at Beresfield is one of a handful of takeaway places in the Newcastle and Maitland areas that serve gluten free fish and chips, burgers and wood-fired pizza. They have separate fryers, GF battered and crumbed foods, hand cut chips and scallops. They also have a range of yummy gluten free slices and desserts.

Bojani Woodfired Pizza and Takeaway
https://www.facebook.com/bonjaniwoodfiredpizzatakeaway

Boydells

For something fancy, try Boydells at Morpeth. Set in a historic timber building, enjoy their award-winning local wines and the very best seasonal produce. They are happy to cater to coeliac requirements.

Boydells
2 Green St, Morpeth
boydells.com.au

Cupz & Crepes Morpeth

Also in Morpeth, Cupz N’ Crepes is a must-try for breakfast or brunch. Their waffles, pancakes and crepes all have gluten free options, which are clearly marked on the menu. The Dutch apple crepes with a gluten free crumb are a speciality.

Cupz N’ Crepes
137 Swan St, Morpeth
cupzncrepes.com.au