The Best Gluten Free Afternoon Tea & High Tea in Toronto
Are you gluten-free, and in Toronto?
While there is much needed growth in the GTA for celiac approved eateries, the following spots are safe for gluten intolerant and gluten sensitive individuals.
Want even more Top 10 Best Toronto Gluten Free lists? Check out my Gluten Free restaurant post and my Gluten Free Cakes post (celiac options, too!):
Fairmont royal york - Clockwork afternoon tea
Note: Only available on weekends.
My go-to Gluten Free High Tea in Toronto is offered at the Fairmont Royal York.
This British high tea is set in an opulent room, bedecked with modern-elegant decor. There are fantastical design elements thoughts (think touches inspired by woodlands, fabergé eggs, and clocks).
The big benefit is the adaptations you can make for any dietary restriction - gluten free, pescatarian, vegetarian, dairy-free, and vegan options are all available if you call or book online ahead of time.
Gluten Free scones, sandwiches, and desserts are always spot-on.
A tea fit for a Queen, and fit for your dietary needs!
Fun fact: Former Queen Elizabeth II has had High Tea at this hotel!
Favourite Tea: Ontario Icewine
Location:
100 Front St W, Toronto, ON
Old mill afternoon tea
A scenic and more budget-friendly option for High Tea is available at Old Mill.
The picturesque historic site is perfect for enjoying a relaxing beverages and snacks.
This High Tea has a dedicated allergen friendly menu, and can accommodate those who are Vegan, Gluten Free, and Vegan/ Gluten Free. You simply need to provide 48-hour notice to reserve what you require.
Favourite Tea: Peaches & Cream
Location:
21 Old Mill Rd, Etobicoke, ON8
After Queen Tea Shop
A kitschy and charming afternoon tea room can be found just a few minutes north of Toronto in Thornhill. Nestled in an unassuming mall, After Queen is a colourful oasis that plays on a British-meets-Canadian aesthetic theme (note the Toronto stained glass mural).
After Queen is a straight-forward afternoon tea, that gives you all of the standard fare - loose-leaf tea, scones, treats, and sandwiches. One thing I did appreciate was the above and beyond service. My server was phenomenal, and I felt very welcome. Also, it was my birthday, and they welcomed me with a sign outside! How fun!
If you want a less stuffy and more casual option with fun decor, give this a shout.
N.B. There is a steep price difference - $13,00 - between thew ‘regular’ and ‘gluten-free’ (or vegan/ vegetarian/ dairy-free) classic afternoon tea options. While I understand the higher price, it does feel a bit inaccessible!
Favourite Tea: Cream of Earl Grey
Location:
7355 Bayview Ave, Thornhill, ON
windsor arms hotel Afternoon high tea
Another traditional High Tea can be found at the Windsor Arms Hotel.
The Parisian-inspired eggplant-hued (or, aubergine-hued if we’re being proper) tearoom is a classy and chic option fir any admirer of historic spaces.
The Gluten Free High Tea features all the usual trappings - scones with clotted cream and jam, sandwiches, and desserts. While the scones were perhaps a bit more dry than the other options on this list, the rest of the meal was delicious, as were the tea options!
Fun fact: In 1967, actor Richard Burton proposed to Elizabeth Taylor (the second time) by the very fireplace in this room? Inspiration or Fascination? You decide.
Favourite Tea: Russian Caravan
Location:
18 St Thomas St, Toronto, ON M5S 3E7
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