Diners' Choice: Gluten-free-friendly restaurants in Durham

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Updated November 05, 2026

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Bella Notte Ristorante

4.8

4.8 (1824)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

Whitby

About the restaurant

Experience the essence of Italian cuisine and culture as we prepare and serve you genuine, exquisite dishes in a traditional comfortable setting.

Top review

EdwardGold

Dined on Oct 29, 2026

My wife and I had a date dinner at our favourite local Italian restaurant - Bella Notte. Mario our server was excellent and added a family touch by sharing some pictures of his young daughter as she was preparing for Halloween. We also had a chance to speak with Mike the owner for the past 24 years. It was an excellent evening.

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Apple Pie Bella Notte

4.7

4.7 (1783)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Canadian

Whitby

About the restaurant

Bistro '67 offers guests a memorable field-to-fork dining experience within Durham College's award-winning Centre for Food (CFF), where community, local agriculture and learning come together. Bistro '67 is also a recipient of the Feast On designation in recognition of our support for local food and beverage.

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peter

Dined on Oct 28, 2026

Superb food. Excellent service by Paige. Great evening.

Baxters Landing

4.7

4.7 (888)

CAN$30 and under

Contemporary Canadian

Oshawa

About the restaurant

Located in Oshawa, Ontario in the Oshawa Centre, Baxters Landing is a vibrant restaurant offering a unique culinary experience for those looking to enjoy delicious food and crafted cocktails or beer. Our carefully curated menu features an array of dishes, from our 40-day aged steak program, to a diverse selection of appetizers, mains, pizzas, vegetarian and gluten friendly options, to our weekend brunch, perfect for any occasion at our restaurant. Whether you are planning a night out with friends or a corporate event, our inviting atmosphere makes your restaurant experience one to remember. Indulge in our extensive wine list while dining in our intimate dining room, open concept lounge or on our beautiful patio. At Baxters Landing, we specialize in group dining experiences with tailored event packages that cater to your needs. Join us for happy hour and discover why we are the go-to spot in Oshawa for a memorable experience.

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Rebecca

Dined on Oct 27, 2026

It was a great experience from walking in the door to paying the bill. Our server was attentive and understanding of our catch-up session. The chicken à la plancha was delicious along with the house-made banana pudding. Highly recommend

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STEAK & PRAWNS

Urban Pantry

4.7

4.7 (836)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Canadian

Uxbridge

About the restaurant

Urban Pantry is a contemporary Canadian, farm to table restaurant located in the town of Uxbridge, Ontario.
Serving locally-sourced and sustainable dishes in a mix of casual and fine dining. Dine with us indoors or on our outdoor patio.

A Feast On™ Certified Ontario restaurant; a criteria based program which recognizes businesses committed to showcasing Ontario’s unique taste of place.

Voted Best Fine Dining Restaurant in Durham Region ( 2021 Reader's Choice Diamond Awards ).

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gwen

Dined on Oct 29, 2026

Awesome lunch!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Pickle Barrel - Pickering

4.7

4.7 (138)

CAN$30 and under

Unspecified

Ajax

About the restaurant

Located in Pickering, across from Pickering Town Centre; the Pickle Barrel is a renowned restaurant that caters to families and large groups alike. From hearty brunch options to delectable steaks, pastas, and burgers, our extensive menu offers something for every palate. Join us for a delightful happy hour experience featuring a selection of wines, beers, and appetizers. Our restaurant's welcoming atmosphere is perfect for special occasions like birthdays, showers or corporate events. Make your reservations today to enjoy our mouthwatering salads, bowls packed with flavor, and of course, our famous deli. Discover why we are the go-to spot in Pickering for delicious food in a family-friendly setting with top-notch service that will leave you coming back for more.

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Laura

Dined 3 days ago

We had a very good experience at Pickle Barrel Pickering. Food was very good! Service was great. Our order was served quickly. Would highly recommend.

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Experience

Kids Eat FREE* every Tuesday!

Milestones Grill + Bar - Whitby

4.6

4.6 (915)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary Canadian

Whitby

About the restaurant

Welcome to Milestones Whitby, where we invite you to 'celebrate anything'. Here, we specialize in making every moment feel special. Whether you’re toasting a major milestone or just looking to meet up with your crew, we make any day feel like one worth celebrating. Crafted under the direction of Chef Jeff Dell, our menu blends iconic favourites with modern flavours, complemented by craft cocktails and warm, lively energy throughout the restaurant. Come for the food, stay for the vibes — and 'celebrate anything' along the way.

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Deanna

Dined 7 days ago

Coconut calarmi was so good,even the dip. Salmon and prime rib delicious. Our waiter was awesome!

Shrimp Cocktail Resto Lounge

4.6

4.6 (43)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Steakhouse

Whitby

About the restaurant

Shrimp Cocktail seafood, pasta & steakhouse has custom, ever-changing lunch & dinner menus with options to suit all your cravings! As the name suggests, Shrimp Cocktail is never short on Seafood! From crisp crabcakes & tuna tacos to fresh fish, mussels, an assortment of fresh oysters, and of course, traditional shrimp cocktail with house made cocktail sauce!
For our carnivores, decadent lamb shanks, AAA grade cuts of steak & chicken. For the herbivores, we haven’t forgotten you - with options like wild mushroom risotto & faux crab cakes. Try a delicious pasta with house made sauces. Open for lunch Monday to Friday, offering the same great appetizers, entrees and some unique sandwich choices - like our “Sloppy Doe".

The restaurant is warm with an ‘old-school’ classy vibe that features an open concept kitchen. We have a private loft that can provide an intimate party atmosphere or private meeting space for businesses & professional groups.

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steven

Dined on Oct 24, 2026

The food was excellent and the service was a real pleasure

Beertown - Whitby

4.6

4.6 (485)

CAN$30 and under

Gastro Pub

Whitby

About the restaurant

If your desired reservation time is unavailable, call us directly at (365) 477-2337. Please understand we are leaving some space available for walk-in Guests. Please stop by if you’re in the area. Our team looks forward to serving you!

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Erin

Dined 2 days ago

Great service and food as always! It was my husbands birthday and they brought him a dessert. Thank you!

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Popular dish

Fish Tacos

Jack Astor's - Whitby

4.5

4.5 (231)

CAN$30 and under

Canadian

Whitby

About the restaurant

Our mission? Great people helping other great people totally have a blast while enjoying amazing food. Wow, that was a mouthful. But can you blame us? We’re a restaurant. One that specializes in delicious food and great times. Our goal is to make you laugh. And depending on your hot sauce tolerance, cry.

In all seriousness, we take real pride in our food. Try our Cluckin’ Fresh Chicken Fingers, made and seasoned with fresh, never frozen chicken tenders. This isn’t run-of-the-mill pub grub. Our Band of Chefs are influenced by a wide variety of tastes and have travelled across the globe to gain inspiration.

But outside of the kitchen, we find it hard to take ourselves seriously. We have an Elvis booth. For no particular reason. Folks, that really does say it all. We’re sports fanatics, music nuts and love a good joke. If you’re into at least one of those things, we should hang out.

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Tarun

Dined on Aug 21, 2026

Excellent service and dining experience Everything was 5 stars

Scaddabush - Whitby

4.5

4.5 (268)

CAN$30 and under

Italian

Whitby

About the restaurant

SCADDABUSH is Italian slang for “a little bit of everything”. And with our social sized dishes (perfect for sharing) you can certainly try a little bit of everything. Our kitchenstyle tables set the stage for classic Italian hospitality and authentic Italian food. Friends and family alike feel at home in our spirited, unpretentious atmosphere.

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AprilGold

Dined 4 days ago

I had a great time, and our server, DJ (or RJ), was really nice. Food was good. The wine was great! Generous portions.

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