Gluten Free Brunch in Bendigo. Made Properly.

Breakfast, lunch and quality coffee served in Bendigo’s only dedicated gluten free café overlooking Rosalind Park.

Open Tuesday to Saturday for dine-in brunch, coffee and long lunches.
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Crooked Kitchen | Cafe, Takeaway & Catering | Delivery | Bendigo’s Only Gluten Free Cafe & Catering | Seriously delicious, accessible + allergy conscious food.
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  • If you have questions about dietary needs, our team is always happy to help.

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What are you hungry for?

Settle in for brunch, catch up over lunch or drop by for coffee and something sweet.

Our menu brings together Crooked favourites and seasonal dishes. Everything is gluten-free, with other dietary options across the range.

Have an allergy or another dietary requirement? Let our team know before ordering so we can help you choose.

Crooked Kitchen | Cafe, Takeaway & Catering | Delivery | Bendigo’s Only Gluten Free Cafe & Catering | Seriously delicious, accessible + allergy conscious food.
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All-Day Gluten Free Brunch

Getting a group together?

Comforting café classics, vibrant seasonal plates and Crooked favourites — thoughtfully made and seriously satisfying.

From brunch staples to comforting savoury dishes, the menu balances familiar favourites with fresh seasonal ideas.

Wine, beer and simple drinks are available for long lunches and slower afternoons.

Planning a catch-up, celebration or group lunch?

Get in touch with your preferred date, time, guest numbers and any dietary requirements so we can discuss what’s possible. We take bookings for groups of 6 or more. Call us on 5447 0412

For food at your own workplace or venue, explore our catering menu.

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Coffee, Pantry & Take Home Food

Great food deserves great coffee. Alongside brunch, we pour quality coffee and stock a small, thoughtful range of local pantry favourites and gluten free treats.

Stay for another coffee, take home something delicious, or discover a few Crooked favourites for your pantry.

Keep an eye out in-store and on the socials

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Long Lunches, Small Functions & Gatherings

Meeting friends, celebrating or planning a group lunch? Crooked Kitchen is suited to relaxed functions, shared tables and special occasions.

Ask us about hosting small groups or pairing your gathering with our catering menus.

To enquire about availability, please get in touch via
enquiries@crookedkitchenbendigo.com

Visiting with Access Needs?

We have two flat, ground-level entrances at our Howard Place cafe.

Our team is happy to help with entering and leaving. If ordering at the counter is difficult, we can take your order at the table.

If you have questions about access or would like to discuss your visit beforehand, call us on 03 5447 0412.

We’re working on better accessability signage to make it clearer & easier.

Find Our Crooked Kitchen

→Crooked Kitchen Café
4–10 Howard Place
Bendigo VIC 3550

Tuesday to Friday: 8 am–3 pm
Saturday: 9 am–2 pm
Closed Sunday and Monday.

Our kitchen closes 30 minutes before the café:
Tuesday to Friday: 2:30 pm
Saturday: 1:30 pm

Walk-in for your café visit.

For group enquiries, please contact us beforehand.

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