Stopped by for a quick bite on my first night in Cairns. I’m coeliac and it was nice to see so many options. The chef also came out to double check if I was coeliac or just intolerant which I really appreciated.
Maple bacon burger & chips was very tasty. Would go back.
Level 1, Corner Aplin St &, Esplanade, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
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LunchDinnerMediterraneanDeliveryTake AwayOutdoor SeatingKid FriendlyOpen Late
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Had a delicious meal, definitely book! We went early at 5:15 and had very prompt service no waiting. By 6pm it was full! They were excellent in catering for my coeliac /gluten free food! Thanks Kosta
Incredible service, efficient, food was delicious. My sister is a celiac and they adapted perfectly to this, with natural options for it. Our waitress, Ines was very nice and seemed to predict all our needs.
10/10
my family and i had a great experience. the food was exceptional, no complaints. it came out really quick despite it being busy. all serving staff were friendly and helpful. also, great gluten free options! overall, great experience and would return again!
We became regulars here by mistake. Seeing a bunch of venues around the CBD offering their various lunch specials inspired our friend group to try them all. But when we got to Tha Fish, we no longer had the desire to continue the food tour.
Let’s start with the absolutely amazing $25 lunch deal which comes with one main and a beverage!! ALWAYS DELICIOUS, filling and awesome.
But then we look further down the menus and we reallllyyyy start to get into the fun stuff. The gyoza, the prawns, the fish main, the wines on offer … WE ARE TALKING ABOUT TOP SHELF STUFF HERE! And the team are always so happy and helpful. Just old school, good quality service. Plenty of Gluten Free and vego options as well if that’s your thing!!
Cannot speak highly enough and will always be returning.
Great place! Food was awesome, all you can eat and such a variety of meats and sides. 95% of the menu was gluten free which made it easy for the Coeliac in our family. Our waiter David provided excellent service. Would recommend to anyone staying in Cairns.
Wonderful find! Staff were so friendly and accomodating. My partner is coeliac and they really put his worries to rest with their knowledge and care.
Breakfast was absolutely delicious and generous servings, and coffee 👌
We will definitely be back. Thank you
The food is on point. The rohti is made fresh. This burrito made from heaven is so tasty.
Don’t get gluten free unless you’re on a diet. Missing out on the rohti was my mistake. After trying a bite of my husbands rhoti roll, I knew my gluten free order was a mistake.
Try the beef rhoti roll. It’s soooo fire.
We ordered gluten free honey chicken, fried calamari salt and pepper with special fried rice
And also a non gluten free sweet and sour pork and the dishes were great
Was the best gluten free Chinese food we have had.
They have a separate gluten-free menu making ordering easy as we order over the phone for takeout.
Food is fantastic, staff are attentive and atmosphere is great. Has live music at certain times. So many vegan, vegetarian and gluten free options (some pictured).
Great food, excellent service and lovely atmosphere. We had scallops for entree, risotto and fish and chips and a bottle of sauvignon blanc. Great for coeliacs.
A separate menu and attention to allergy.
I just went into this location and was told they do not cater to celiac. They have no dedicated fryers and everything is cooked together on the same equipment. I would not recommend eating here if celiac or have a gluten allergy.
Outstanding food and wine, with plenty of gluten- and dairy-free alternatives that don't take away at all from the core flavours of the dish. I avoid carbs usually but I was not about to miss out on these gnocchi (and I was not disappointed). What sets this place apart is the service. Staff seemed pleased to see each other and were always on hand to ensure our special occasion went smoothly. We were allowed to taste wines (all beautiful) to ensure we enjoyed what we would order. The owner, Keiran, was ever present with a beaming smile. Of all the wonderful restaurants in Cairns, Piccolo Cucina will continue to be our restaurant of choice for special occasions.
Edit: Contrary to the manager's statements below, I was NOT offered the option to have the jus served on the side or omitted altogether. I would have 100% taken up this option if it was offered. Further to what was stated below, I was offered two or three gf main options by the waitress when I told her I was gf. I was also served by another waiter and neither of them told me that any of their other dishes were able to be modified. Shame on Tamarind and their staff for trying to change the story to make themselves look better. 1000% will never dine here and will tell everyone else visiting to avoid this place as well.
Would give zero stars if I could. I am actually so surprised this restaurant is rated so highly - maybe their food is good (we left before we even ordered anything!) or maybe it used to be good a few years ago, but their customer service and atmosphere was terrible. The whole experience didn't start well, as we waited a very long time to be seated and were left standing right next to a noisy private function (that actually could be heard throughout the whole restaurant). When a waiter came to take our food and drink order, I mentioned I was gluten free and the waiter pointed out the (very limited!!!) gf options. I had looked at their menu beforehand, but there were no gf choices noted (although they did note vegan and vegetarian options). I didn't think this would be a problem as the descriptions of the meals didn't seem to indicate that they contained gluten. I have been gluten free for years and am pretty good at picking out what I can and can't eat, so this usually isn't an issue. Also most restaurants are really happy to adjust meals for dietaries. Unfortunately, Tamarind was not one of them. As I didn't feel like eating either of the gf options (duck or a root vegetable curry), I asked the waiter if something could be removed from one non gf option and was told the sauce also contained gluten and the waiter shrugged his shoulders and said 'so it's up to you'. At that point, where it was obvious that there was no desire to work with me (a paying customer!!), we got up and left to dine elsewhere. The next restaurant had several gf options and were happy to adjust anything I needed (even offering to boil gf pasta in a separate vat of water!). Basically, if you have any kind of dietary - but especially if you are gluten free or coealic - do not even bother going here. There are so many other nicer dining options in Cairns. Tamarind - the least you can do is at least display which meals are gluten free on your menu beforehand. So glad we didn't spend any of our money here!!
Absolutely blown away by this breakfast! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ From the first bite to the last, everything on this plate was an explosion of flavour. Seriously SO flavourful! And the breaky burger? Don't even get me started – it was equally fantastic.
While the gluten-free options were a little limited, the sheer deliciousness of what they did offer more than made up for it. You can tell they prioritize quality and taste above all else. The waiter as well (forgot his name, sorry!) was super hilarious and friendly…highlight of the visit!! I'm already planning my next visit!
I recently visited this cafe and found it to be a solid choice. The fresh juices are absolutely delicious, with a wide range of varieties and variations to choose from. Fresh food, fresh ingredients - all made with love. However, it's worth noting that the gluten-free options are somewhat limited. Despite this, everyone seems to speak very highly of Muddys Cafe, which speaks to its overall quality. I'd definitely recommend it!
Root is the only vegan restaurant in town, even there are gluten free options, serving locals, tourists and districts. You have our community strong support, it is not easy for a small business and they have to think twice to take time off. Please show your love. I do not want another business close down.
Me and my partner had a lovely dinner here! The food and wine was amazing and the service was great! We shared a prawn entree, mains were the steak and chicken and dessert was the crème brûlée. Fantastic flavors AND all suitable for a coeliac. The waiter really understood what to ask and knew off the top of his head what I could and couldn’t eat and what had risks. Would def recommend and would love to come back if we lived closer
French fine dining in Cairns at its best. The food was presented well, adequate size and delicious. Service was professional, friendly and courteous. Most meals were also gluten free option, which is always a delight.
Great atmosphere, you can have a breakfast with stunning view of the beach. Food option also plenty, they offer various fruit, cereal, coffee and main course. Dietary option also incuded Gluten Free they offer.
One of the staff, Fenny help us to find perfect table to enjoying the view..
Gluten free and vegan available. I'm so happy for having discovered it in Cairns. Always a great experience!!! Food delicious. My favourite Indian restaurant in Cairns - and I've tried all of them.
Amazing and authentic Japanese food. The miso soup is incredible with a unique fish broth flavour. Loved the sashimi, karaage chicken and Wagyu beef. Also thank you for labelling menu items that are GF, as someone gluten intolerant this is rarely done at Japanese restaurants. I live in Melbourne and have visited Japan and this is one of the best Japanese restaurants I’ve been to in Aus. Thanks so much, definitely visit when in Cairns!
Amazing quality of the food and the service was fantastic. They have heaps of gluten free options and we’re happy to accommodate the allergy! Highly recommend
Cairns Square, 60 Abbott St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
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Would leave zero stars if I could. Completely unaware of allergens. Reassured us that they could make a laksa gluten free. Then gave us the dish with crispy wontons. Asked multiple times if these were gluten free, to which they responded that they were. Then started eating the meal and due to our concerns with their awareness, asked what kind of noodles they used. They stated egg noodles (made from gluten). Horrible service throughout.
Great service. There was an error on my order and staff managed it in a friendly and generous way, bringing comfort and trust back instantly. Gluten free pizza was great.
We were vwry happy during our dinner. Gluten-free pasta is available. Penne, but an Italian penne which made such a difference. It tasted homemade, and we had to ask them about it.
Vegetarian options available and vegan options possivel.
Very tasty food, great service and atmosphere!
GLUTEN FREE options which are suitable for COELIACS. We have one sensitive coeliac in our family and no issues. Authentic taste. Kids loved it too. We will be back.
They have a gluten free schnitzel but I called asking if I could order everything gluten free and they said yes that they always change the oil. When I arrived they told me that actually the fries are not gluten free. So I ended up eating only the schnitzel and I paid for a fries that I couldn’t eat.
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