Dairy-Free Alberta: The Best Restaurants, Bakeries, Shops & More

by Handy Chef June 21, 2024, 4:09 pm 1.5k Views

Last Update in May 2024! We’ve created this ever-growing guide to restaurants, bakeries, cafes, ice cream shops, and stores in Alberta that are friendly to dairy-free diners. It’s a collection based on research and reader recommendations (send yours!) that’s divided into restaurants & shops by city (first) and major chains found throughout the state (second). And we’ve started a section for specialty dairy-free foods produced in this state.

We Update Continuously! You can ignore the original date on this post going forward. We update the information below whenever we’re alerted to a new recommendation, change, or closure.

Photo from Sky Bistro in Banff, Alberta

Dairy-Free Alberta: Recommended Restaurants & Shops

We’ve listed these recommendations alphabetically by city and then by the restaurant or shop name. For large chains with locations throughout the state, see the Major Restaurant & Grocery Chains section below. We have dedicated posts with dairy-free details for many of the big guys.

⭐️ = Restaurant is either dairy-free, has a dairy-free menu, has dairy-free labels on their menu(s), or lists top allergens with menu items. (At the time of our last review.)

Airdrie

Brewsters – They brew their own beer and make all their food in-house, so this pub is able to easily cater to dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan customers, and they do claim to be friendly to food allergic needs.
Noodlebox – This fast casual Asian chain serves bowls with various sauces and add-ins. Most of their bowl options can be ordered dairy-free, and many can be vegan.
Nutters Everyday Naturals – This is a Canadian natural food store chain that carries a good selection of dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan, and other special diet foods.
Quesada – They offer a great allergen and special diet filter online to help plan your order. This is a build-your-own burrito, burrito bowl, or taco spot. At last check, their meats and meat alternatives were dairy free (the fish items contain dairy), as were both types of beans, rice, and all toppings, except cheese and sour cream. All of their salsas, guacamole, and most of their sauces are also dairy-free, and they even have a special vegan sauce.
Tahini’s – This Canadian chain offers a detailed allergen chart and many dairy-free options. Their menu includes a range of appetizers, wraps, and bowls made without milk. They also have vegan and gluten-free options.
The Chopped Leaf – They offer a big menu of hand-crafted salads, grain bowls, wraps, sandwiches, soups, and more. They clearly indicate allergens, and even indicate dairy-free options. They have a good selection for dairy-free, gluten-free, and even vegan guests, plus build your own choices.
The Mash – Craft beer and craft pizza go hand in hand at this local brewpub. Their pizza dough is made with upcycled spent grain from the beer production. They offer dairy-free cheese as an option, so most of their pizzas can be ordered without dairy.
Treats by Carla – She doesn’t have a storefront, but you can order and pick up from her gluten-free kitchen. Her specialty is chocolate confections, and she makes all types of dairy-free goodies, from cookies n’ cream white chocolate bars to seasonal “Cadbury creme eggs.”

Albert

St. Louis Bar & Grill – Enjoy custom order salads and bar bites, including their famous wings with a large selection of sauces. Their allergen menu is well detailed and helpful for custom ordering.

Banff

Banff Ave Brewing Co ⭐️ – They label which items on their menu can be made dairy-free, gluten-free, and/or vegan. And the dairy-free options are plentiful! In fact, the majority of their pub-style menu can be ordered without dairy, including burgers, fish & chips, fried chicken, bowls and salads, and several snacks (like onion rings and wings!).
Banff Sweet Shoppe – You’ll find candy galore at this nostalgic store. They of course have many dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan sugary products to choose from.
Beavertails – These artisanal Canadian pastries are made with whole wheat flour, hand-stretched, and fried. They are dairy-free as is, and can be ordered without butter on request. They do offer full allergen information, and at last check, the cinnamon sugar blend and apple cinnamon flavor were made without dairy. They also offered vanilla spread, peanut butter, and some other toppings made without dairy.
Farm & Fire ⭐️ – Their menus are labeled with dairy-free, gluten-free, nut-free, and vegan options. Brunch offers a couple dairy-free possibilities, like French toast or a classic egg breakfast. Dinner has a good handful of locally-inspired dairy-free dishes.
JK Bakery Cafe – They offer dairy-free breads and sandwiches, and offer two made-from-scratch soups daily, typically with at least one dairy-free option.
Juniper Bistro ⭐️ – Located in the Juniper Hotel, you’ll find this helpful restaurant serving breakfast, midday grazing food, and dinner. Their menu is littered with dairy-free and vegan possibilities throughout the day. In the morning, they have a range of egg-centric dishes that can be ordered dairy-free. During the grazing hours, they actually have a plant platter with vegan meats and cheeses, and at night, dairy-free dishes like roast chicken and burgers are available. They also have a couple dairy-free desserts.
Larkspur Lounge – This bistro and cocktail lounge is located at The Rimrock Resort. They offer some dairy-free light bites and mains, like charcuterie, a salad, fish and chips, Thai curry, and a vegan burger.
Nourish Bistro ⭐️ – Pretty much everything on the menu at this fine vegetarian restaurant and eco-bar dairy-free and vegan or can be made vegan by swapping in the local dairy-free cheese alternatives they use (cashew-based). They also have icons on each menu item to help cover all types of allergen concerns. They serve an array of tapas, mains, and desserts, along with weekend brunch.
Park Distillery Restaurant and Bar – They offer a separate plant-based menu that details vegan options, including appetizers and casual entrees. Additional menu items can be ordered without dairy, including burgers.
Sky Bistro – Enjoy the gondola transport to this mountainous spot, and prepare to be rewarded with allergy-friendly service. They clearly label their menu with dairy-free, gluten-free, nut-free, and vegan options, and they have a little something for everyone. Dairy-free options includes salads, starters and mains pasta, chicken, duck, and seafood choices. Dinner does offer a broader range of options than lunch.
The Block Restaurant – Their lunch and dinner menus have Asian influences, and many dairy-free choices. They also have vegan or gluten-free options.
Una Pizza + Wine – Thanks to Deidra for letting us know they offer vegan cheese alternative for their pizzas. They also have a couple dairy-free small plates, and a couple salad and pasta dishes can be ordered without dairy.
Whitebark Cafe – Their daily vegan pastries include coffee cake, a couple savory house-made pastries, and a muffin or two. They also have a full coffee bar with milk beverage options.
Wild Flour Bakery – They have vegan breads and treats daily, along with dairy-free soups and sandwiches for lunch. They also have a full coffee bar, complete with milk beverages and vegan hot chocolate.

Bonnyville

The Chopped Leaf – They offer a big menu of hand-crafted salads, grain bowls, wraps, sandwiches, soups, and more. They clearly indicate allergens, and even indicate dairy-free options. They have a good selection for dairy-free, gluten-free, and even vegan guests, plus build your own choices.

Calgary

Amandine Bakery – “Calgary’s cake specialist” is happy to accommodate special diet needs. They bake dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan cakes on custom order.
Amato Gelato Cafe – They’re constantly experimenting with new vegan options. They always have dairy-free sorbetto on hand, but you might also find creamy Tofulati gelato (soy-based), cocktail floats, cakes, croissants, and other treats.
Andaro’s Pizza – They share ingredients of all crusts, sauces, and toppings on their website. They offer dairy-free cheese alternative, dairy-free crusts (including gluten-free), a few sauce options, and many toppings.
Avatara Pizza – Everything is gluten-free at this artisan pizzeria and food truck. They offer dairy-free cheese alternative, so all of their pizzas can be ordered without dairy (all of their meats are dairy-free too!). They also have some salad and “snack” options.
Basil Box ⭐️ – This is a build-your-own Asian-style bowl chain that clearly labels each component for dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan guests. At last check, their entire menu appeared to be gluten-free, and almost everything was dairy-free.
Beavertails – These artisanal Canadian pastries are made with whole wheat flour, hand-stretched, and fried. They are dairy-free as is, and can be ordered without butter on request. They do offer full allergen information, and at last check, the cinnamon sugar blend and apple cinnamon flavor were made without dairy. They also offered vanilla spread, peanut butter, and some other toppings made without dairy.
Bliss & Co – You can order vegan cupcakes in chocolate and/or vanilla from this cupcakery.
Blush Lane Organic Market – This is a full-service, natural grocery store chain that’s local to Calgary and Edmonton. They carry a good range of dairy alternatives and other specialty foods.
Boogie’s Burgers – They are friendly toward allergic guests. Their buns are dairy-free, so many of their burger options can be made without dairy. They also offer vegan burgers.
Brewsters – They brew their own beer and make all their food in-house, so this pub is able to easily cater to dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan customers, and they do claim to be friendly to food allergic needs.
Canela Vegan Bakery & Cafe ⭐️ – Thank you to Evelina for letting us know about this restaurant. They offer a big and very pretty selection of cupcakes, cakes, poptarts, cinnamon rolls, cookies, pies, croissants, and more. They also make breakfast sandwiches, quiche, and other savory eats.
ChoccoLush – This is a vegan, small batch, home-based chocolatier that delivers within the Calgary limits and ships throughout Canada. They use maple sugar for sweetening and offer an enticing selection of dairy-free dark, “milk,” and white chocolate bars. The selection includes flavors like Tiramisu, Toffee Sea Salt, and Snickerdoodle & Spice.
Chronic Tacos – See our Chronic Tacos Dairy-Free Menu Guide for full details.
Cookie Mama – This dessert shop is about much more than cookies, they also bake cupcakes, full-size cakes, and have dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan treat options. They also have dairy-free and gluten-free “vice cream” in several flavors.
Copper Branch ⭐️ – This is a vegan restaurant chain that serves power bowls, burgers, sandwiches, soups, all-day breakfast (gluten-free bagel sandwiches are a feature), smoothies, coffee drinks, and desserts.
Euphoria Cafe – This local little cafe is special diet friendly. They offer some dairy-free pastries daily, including paleo and gluten-free options, blend dairy-free and gluten-free smoothie bowls, make vegan paninis, have gluten-free wraps, and make their own power balls.
Famoso – This Canadian pizza chain offers Daiya dairy-free cheese alternative at no extra charge, and has plant-based pizzas (like pepperoni) on the menu. They’re made with a neapolitan crust, rossa sauce, and vegan cheese.
FitKitchen ⭐️ – This meal order and delivery service focuses on healthy food, is transparent about ingredients, and offers many dairy-free options.
For Goodness Bake ⭐️ – Josh reached out to tell us about their vegan shop! They offer “a wide range of vegan items from 24+ local small businesses based within Calgary or surrounding area. From bread and cupcakes to cheesecake and savoury sauces.” Some of the vendors are even exclusive to their shop. “A couple items I like to point out to our dairy free friends specifically are the Alfredo sauce, butter chicken sauce, cheesecake and Queso Cheeze sauce.”
Hearts Choices Cafe Market ⭐️ – Thanks to Allie for letting us know about this vegan restaurant and shop. They offer specialty vegan products and have a full menu of comfort foods.
Heaven Restaurant & Market – Everything is gluten-free, but they also cater to other special diets. They make dairy-free, nut-free, egg-free empanadas in a variety of sweet and savoury flavours. Their menu includes other Venezuelan and Mexican entrees with dairy-free and vegan options.
Howie’s Pizza – This local pizza shop offers Daiya dairy-free mozzarella as a cheese option for your pizza.
Inglewood Drive In – They offer dairy-free Dole Whip soft serve, and their chocolate dip is reportedly dairy-free, too. As for their savory menu, they are happy to share ingredients to help you with a custom order.
JINYA Ramen Bar – Believe it or not, many ramen bases contain milk. But JINYA offers a couple vegan ramen options and most of their ramen dishes, soups, and expansive small plates are dairy-free. They have a great comprehensive allergen chart.
Jugo Juice – This Canadian chain blends smoothie with almond milk or coconut water. Just be sure to skip the protein – they use whey. They also serve some wraps and salads that can be ordered dairy free.
Kashew Bakery ⭐️ – This vegan bakery is located inside Lina’s Italian Market. Andrew recommended it and said “the recipes are created by a German Master Baker and their cakes and pastries are some of the best in the city!” They offer cakes, pies, and pastries on pre-order and also have gluten-friendly options.
La Diperie – You’ll have to resist many of their desserts, but you’ll be rewarded with their edible vegan cookie dough. It’s available in four flavours. They often have at least one vegan soft serve flavour and a couple other cool dairy-free treats, too.
Lakeview Bakery – They focus on special diets specifically, and have dairy-free breads, cakes, and other pastries. They also bake various gluten-free and vegan options, and carry specialty items, like dairy-free butter and local cheese alternative.
Leopold’s Tavern – They have a plant-based section on their menu, which includes onion rings, poutine, burgers, nachos, and quesadillas. Some additional items on their menu can be ordered without dairy.
MELTwich – This grilled cheese chain has a full plant-based menu. It includes a few vegan melts, the Impossible burger, and a couple poutines. Additional menu items can be custom ordered dairy-free, including burgers, bowls, and additional toppings on vegan grilled cheeses and poutines.
Nando’s – Check their nutrition information pdf for allergens and a dairy-free column! They seem to include eggs with dairy, but it is still very helpful. At last check, dairy-free items at Nando’s included most of their chicken (including their famous peri-peri), tons of sauces, a selection of sides, and more. They also have some vegan-friendly items.
Noodlebox – This fast casual Asian chain serves bowls with various sauces and add-ins. Most of their bowl options can be ordered dairy-free, and many can be vegan.
Ollia Macarons & Tea – Most of their macarons are naturally gluten-free, and they typically have some clearly labeled dairy-free macarons in store. Sometimes dairy-free meringues are also available. And they have macaron cakes that can be ordered dairy-free.
Pizza Bob’s Classic Pie – They offer Daiya dairy-free cheese alternative, plus dairy-free crusts and sauces.
Quesada – They offer a great allergen and special diet filter online to help plan your order. This is a build-your-own burrito, burrito bowl, or taco spot. At last check, their meats and meat alternatives were dairy free (the fish items contain dairy), as were both types of beans, rice, and all toppings, except cheese and sour cream. All of their salsas, guacamole, and most of their sauces are also dairy-free, and they even have a special vegan sauce.
Red Swan Pizza – They offer vegan cheese, which you can order on their traditional, thin, or regular gluten-free crust. Their classic pizza sauce, a few other sauces, and their veggie toppings are dairy-free. They offer a plethora of protein options, so be sure to reference their allergen guide carefully. They also have dry ribs, chicken bites, wings, and potato wedges available without dairy.
REGRUB ⭐️ – This is a self-proclaimed “boutique burger and shake bar” that serves a huge menu of meat burgers (most of which can be ordered dairy-free), meatless burgers, and has a decadent menu of dairy-free (freak) shakes. They have cheeseshakes, brownie mania, and more. They also offer some fun vegan sides, like cashew cheese truffle fries and cauli bites.
Righteous Gelato Factory and Coffee Bar – Enjoy scoops of their popular dairy-free gelato and sorbetto direct from the source. It’s also their testing ground, so you might find small batch pints and scoops that aren’t available in stores yet. They make dairy-based gelato, but also have full dairy-free lines of gelato and sorbetto.
saVeg Cafe ⭐️ – This all-vegan restaurant serves breakfast and a big menu of bowls, burgers, wraps, and other entrees for lunch and dinner. They also have a full smoothie and coffee bar.
Sweet Rice – These gluten-free mochi donut bakers offer dairy-free flavors on Saturdays. They don’t have a storefront, so you must order in advance for pick up.
Sweet Tooth Ice Cream – You can order almost any flavor without dairy at this rolled ice cream shop. They offer a dairy-free coconut milk ice cream base, and a plethora of mix-in and topping options.
Tahini’s – This Canadian chain offers a detailed allergen chart and many dairy-free options. Their menu includes a range of appetizers, wraps, and bowls made without milk. They also have vegan and gluten-free options.
Thai Onzon – This is a vegetarian Thai restaurant with a heavily vegan menu, and even some vegan cake slices for dessert. They also have gluten-free choices.
The Attic Bar & Stage ⭐️ – This is a dinner and show venue that serves a fully vegan menu focused on pizzas and Italian appetizers. They also offer desserts.
The Chopped Leaf – They offer a big menu of hand-crafted salads, grain bowls, wraps, sandwiches, soups, and more. They clearly indicate allergens, and even indicate dairy-free options. They have a good selection for dairy-free, gluten-free, and even vegan guests, plus build your own choices.
The Coup ⭐️ – This vegetarian restaurant focuses on house-made Southeast Asian cuisine with local and organic ingredients. Their menu is labeled for dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan guests, and most is dairy-free. They even have dairy-free milkshakes, lattes, and serve Terry not Dairy Vegan Ice Cream in the warm months.
The Mash – Craft beer and craft pizza go hand in hand at this local brewpub. Their pizza dough is made with upcycled spent grain from the beer production. They offer dairy-free cheese as an option, so most of their pizzas can be ordered without dairy.
The Village Flatbread Co. – Everything about this pizza place says natural and organic, but it’s also a gluten-free and Halal establishment. They shun wheat, seafood, and pork, and have options for nearly every dietary need. In terms of dairy-free, “The entire menu can be made dairy free. Only menu items listed with cheese as an ingredient have dairy. Simply substitute the regular cheese for original vegan mozzarella, new vegan cheeze, or no cheese at all on any menu item. You can also create your own pizza from over 30 dairy free ingredients” They also state their “vegan Cheese(s) are NOT Daiya, melt, and taste delicious.” An interesting claim!
Una Pizza + Wine – Thanks to Deidra for letting us know they offer vegan cheese alternative for their pizzas. They also have a couple dairy-free small plates, and a couple salad and pasta dishes can be ordered without dairy.
V Burger ⭐️ – Calgary’s plant-based, vegan burger spot offers breakfast sandwiches, a big range of burgers, onion rings, fries, tots, chick’n, and more. For dessert, they have dairy-free ice cream, shakes, cookies, and ice cream sandwiches.
Vegan Street Kitchen & Lounge ⭐️ – Thanks to Jyoti for sharing this recommendation. She has a loved one with multiple food allergies who was able to eat safely at this restaurant. She says, “All their menu items are free from dairy, egg & nuts!” They also clearly label soy and gluten on their menus. Their big menu is geared toward comfort food, and they do offer a happy hour and specials, like Taco Tuesday.
Vegan Street Taco Bar ⭐️ – This Vegan Street offshoot focuses on, you guessed it, tacos. But they also offer quesadillas and other bites, and have a full bar. Plus, they are equally allergy-friendly.
Velvet Cafe – They have dairy-free and gluten-free meal options available to go, and usually some desserts, too.
Village Ice Cream – Their menu includes a couple creamy vegan flavors daily, like strawberry milk tea and toasted coconut. The options often change seasonally.
Yann Haute Patisserie – This French pastry shop offers at least one type of dairy-free macaron daily (all flavours are naturally gluten-free), and you can order dairy-free, gluten-free macaron cakes.

Camrose

Nutters Everyday Naturals – This is a Canadian natural food store chain that carries a good selection of dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan, and other special diet foods.
The Chopped Leaf – They offer a big menu of hand-crafted salads, grain bowls, wraps, sandwiches, soups, and more. They clearly indicate allergens, and even indicate dairy-free options. They have a good selection for dairy-free, gluten-free, and even vegan guests, plus build your own choices.

Canmore

4296 – This is an elevated dining experience, serving craft cocktails and “pop culture cuisine.” They offer several innovative vegan small, medium, and large plates, as well as a dessert.
An Edible Life ⭐️ – They make all types of prepared meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Their menus are labeled with dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan, and paleo options, and dairy-free customers will find a lot to choose from. They also have a full list of desserts, many of which are dairy-free, including raw cheezecakes.
änkôr – Their seasonal, elevated menu is labeled with dairy-free and gluten-free options, and items that can be made dairy-free and/or gluten-free. When we looked, this included a few first course items, and one main course option.
Beavertails – These artisanal Canadian pastries are made with whole wheat flour, hand-stretched, and fried. They are dairy-free as is, and can be ordered without butter on request. They do offer full allergen information, and at last check, the cinnamon sugar blend and apple cinnamon flavor were made without dairy. They also offered vanilla spread, peanut butter, and some other toppings made without dairy.
Blake ⭐️ – This restaurant, brewery, and distillery labels all food items on their menu that can be made dairy-free, gluten-free, or vegan. And most items on their menu can be made dairy-free! This includes little plates, dumplings, salads, big plates, fried chicken, burgers, and more. They also offer a few rich flavours of house-made, coconut-based, dairy-free ice cream for dessert.
Communitea Cafe ⭐️ – Their entire food menu is labeled for dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan items. At last check, all of their fresh and sauteed bowls were dairy-free, and they had some sandwich, wrap, and snack options. They also have a full coffee bar with almond and oat milk available. And, you can often find some sweet treats, too.
Elita Restaurant – They can make most items on their menu dairy-free on request, and also make many gluten-free options. They serve a boisterous array of salads, sandwiches, and entrees, and also have a section with some vegan items.
Harvest Cafe – Their all-day menu is filled with dairy-free options. They have a vegan wrap, panini, and chili, and offer dairy-free cheese, so most of their wraps and paninis can be made without dairy. They also offer salads, usually have a daily dairy-free soup option, and have some vegan treats.
Lovely Ice Cream – Their small batch, artisan ice cream always includes a dairy-free flavour or two, like spicy margarita, pina colada, or orange one.
Market Bistro – Their menu is a mix of casual elegance and it’s labeled with dairy-free and gluten-free options. The dairy-free items include a couple small plates (like tuna crudo), meal salads, an entree (duck confit at last check) and a gluten-free dairy-free chocolate cake.
Nutters Everyday Naturals – This is a Canadian natural food store chain that carries a good selection of dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan, and other special diet foods.
PeakEats – They specialize in super light, compact, dehydrated, healthy meals to order. So they can easily accommodate food allergy and special diet requests. They also label their meals and snacks for various top allergens – but use caution as we did see a couple mis-labels.
The Iron Goat Pub & Grill – They offer a dairy-free bun for their burgers and sandwiches and have a few other menu items you can order without dairy.
The Summit Cafe – This isn’t the spot for multiple dietary needs, but they are happy to make accommodations for dairy-free and gluten-free guests, specifically.
The Wood – Their casual menu contains several vegan options, including yam fries, garlic fries, a healthy bowl, the beyond vegan burger, and even chocolate cake. Some additional burgers and sides can also be ordered dairy-free.
Valbella Gourmet Foods – This deli and marketplace supports local producers, and also offers a good amount of dairy-free options. They offer charcuterie (please note their pates contain whey), prepared meats, some dairy-free pot pies, and more. They do make items with dairy, but have some great surprises.

Cochrane

Mehtab East Indian Cuisine – The owner contacted us to say their restaurant has “a lot of dairy-free options.” They also proudly share, “We serve most allergies Gluten Free, Nuts Free, Dairy free, Keto, Vegan.”
Nutters Everyday Naturals – This is a Canadian natural food store chain that carries a good selection of dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan, and other special diet foods.
Red Swan Pizza – They offer vegan cheese, which you can order on their traditional, thin, or regular gluten-free crust. Their classic pizza sauce, a few other sauces, and their veggie toppings are dairy-free. They offer a plethora of protein options, so be sure to reference their allergen guide carefully. They also have dry ribs, chicken bites, wings, and potato wedges available without dairy.
The Chopped Leaf – They offer a big menu of hand-crafted salads, grain bowls, wraps, sandwiches, soups, and more. They clearly indicate allergens, and even indicate dairy-free options. They have a good selection for dairy-free, gluten-free, and even vegan guests, plus build your own choices.

Cold Lake

The Chopped Leaf – They offer a big menu of hand-crafted salads, grain bowls, wraps, sandwiches, soups, and more. They clearly indicate allergens, and even indicate dairy-free options. They have a good selection for dairy-free, gluten-free, and even vegan guests, plus build your own choices

Drumheller

The Chopped Leaf – They offer a big menu of hand-crafted salads, grain bowls, wraps, sandwiches, soups, and more. They clearly indicate allergens, and even indicate dairy-free options. They have a good selection for dairy-free, gluten-free, and even vegan guests, plus build your own choices.

Edmonton

Anvil Coffee House – Natasha let us know that this coffee spot has some dairy-free options. Their full coffee and tea menu includes soy, almond, oat, and macadamia nut milk alternatives as options. For food, they have dairy-free and vegan breakfast roll, sandwich, panini, bowl, and baked good options.
Basil Box ⭐️ – This is a build-your-own Asian-style bowl chain that clearly labels each component for dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan guests. At last check, their entire menu appeared to be gluten-free, and almost everything was dairy-free.
Bliss Baked Goods ⭐️ – Enjoy the aroma of fresh baked bread and friendly customer service at this family-run, dairy-free, nut-free, and kosher pareve bakery. They bake an array of breads, donuts, danishes, muffins, cupcakes, and so much more. They also make savory deli items and baked goods. And of course, they make custom cakes! There are a lot of vegan options available (“sausage” rolls, breads, and cinnamon buns), and they do bake some gluten-free goodies, too.
Bloom Cookie Co. ⭐️ – Thank you to Christine H. for recommending vegan bakery. They specialize in cookies (obviously!), but she says they also swirl dairy-free soft serve in the summer months.
Blush Lane Organic Market – This is a full-service, natural grocery store chain that’s local to Calgary and Edmonton. They carry a good range of dairy alternatives and other specialty foods.
Brewsters – They brew their own beer and make all their food in-house, so this pub is able to easily cater to dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan customers, and they do claim to be friendly to food allergic needs.
Cafe Mosaics ⭐️ – Their menu is vegetarian, but labeled for vegan and allergy needs. Most menu items are vegan. They serve breakfast all day, have a big menu for lunch and dinner, have a full coffee bar, and even source plant-based beer and house wine.
Celebrate Gluten Free – This local gluten-free bakery and cafe offers many dairy-free options, including breads, buns, cookies, muffins, donuts, cupcakes and cakes. They also have some vegan products.
Cinnaholic ⭐️ – This is an all-vegan cinnamon roll bakery. See our Cinnaholic Post for more details.
Copper Branch ⭐️ – This is a vegan restaurant chain that serves power bowls, burgers, sandwiches, soups, all-day breakfast (gluten-free bagel sandwiches are a feature), smoothies, coffee drinks, and desserts.
Farrow – Thank you to Gavin for sharing this detailed recommendation. “I have ordered a Donut Cake from Farrow on 124th street in Edmonton for my son who has severe dairy and peanut allergies. I emailed with Cam and he indicated they would be able to accommodate and minimize cross-contamination when they make his donut cake. My son loved the donut cake and didn’t have any reactions. He’s quite sensitive so I was impressed as they do have dairy around in the kitchen since their other baked goods contain dairy. Just make sure to note the allergies when you order so that they can be aware.”
Famoso – This Canadian pizza chain offers Daiya dairy-free cheese alternative at no extra charge, and has plant-based pizzas (like pepperoni) on the menu. They’re made with a neapolitan crust, rossa sauce, and vegan cheese.
FitKitchen ⭐️ – This meal order and delivery service focuses on healthy food, is transparent about ingredients, and offers many dairy-free options. They also offer free delivery with a minimum order.
Flirt Cupcakes – Thanks to Lisa for letting us know this shop “does vegan in pretty much all their flavours and back when I still ate dairy I can say the vegan varieties taste identical to their dairy counterparts.” They also offer vegan donuts and custom order vegan cakes. Vegan gluten-free options are also available on order for many cupcake / cake flavors.
Food in the NūD – This “clean eating” whole food bakery with a focus on paleo and plant-based sweets and savories. They offer some lunch options, pastries, breads, and also bake celebration cakes.
For the Love of Cheese ⭐️ – This is a “vegan cheezery.” They have a big range, including cheeze balls, baked feddah, grated parmazahn, and more. You can find them at the local farmer’s markets on the weekends, and also in local stores.
Fuss Cupcakes – Thank you to Sonya for emailing this recommendation in! We contacted the bake shop to confirm their options (since they weren’t on their website or social), and they sent us the following. “We do make both vegan friendly and gluten free friendly cupcakes. They are available in store everyday, with assorted flavours. We do also make vegan friendly and gluten free friendly cakes on preorder! For both the cupcakes and cakes, custom orders can be placed for some custom designs, if needed for a special occasion.”
Good Stock Foods ⭐️ – This is a family run plant-based market that sells house made, chef prepared frozen meals and locally made specialty products. They also make their own line of dairy-free cheese alternative.
Greenhouse Health Food Eatery ⭐️ – Their restaurant menu is filled with meals to go, and almost everything is dairy free. Their menu is primarily gluten-free, nut-free, and vegan, too.
Jugo Juice – This Canadian chain blends smoothie with almond milk or coconut water. Just be sure to skip the protein – they use whey. They also serve some wraps and salads that can be ordered dairy free.
KB&Co ⭐️ – Thank you to Lisa for this recommendation! “They are a vegan cafe so everything is dairy-free. They have the most delicious desserts there and the food is great too.” Their health-centric menu includes all-day breakfast items, bowls, wraps, sandwiches, smoothies, superfood lattes, and more.
Kind Ice Cream – Their “always” ice cream flavours include two creamy cashew- and coconut-based vegan scoops: Lemon and Jammy Raspberry and Mud Pie. They also typically have a seasonal vegan flavor on rotation.
Kinnikinnick Fresh ⭐️ – This famous gluten-free bakery sells products in stores throughout North America, but they also have their own bakeshop and store in Edmonton. You’ll of course find most of their products in the shop, but they also have unique-to-store seasonal baked goodies that are free of gluten, dairy, nuts, and soy, with vegan options.
La Poutine – They offer dairy-free cheese and can make many of their poutines vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free.
Leopold’s Tavern – They have a plant-based section on their menu, which includes onion rings, poutine, burgers, nachos, and quesadillas. Some additional items on their menu can be ordered without dairy.
LovePizza – Despite having just a few locations, this Alberta pizzeria went to the trouble of creating an allergy guide, and labels their build-your-own menu for vegan options. For pizzas, their traditional crust is dairy-free (not the gluten-free one), they have a few sauce options, they offer Daiya cheese alternative, and a plethora of toppings (check their chart as a couple prepared meats do contain dairy). They also have tots with a few dipping sauce options.
MELTwich – This grilled cheese chain has a full plant-based menu. It includes a few vegan melts, the Impossible burger, and a couple poutines. Additional menu items can be custom ordered dairy-free, including burgers, bowls, and additional toppings on vegan grilled cheeses and poutines.
myFRIES – This poutine establishment is completely gluten-free, and they offer vegan gravy and Daiya dairy-free cheese, so you can order several of their menu items without dairy.
Nando’s – Check their nutrition information pdf for allergens and a dairy-free column! They seem to include eggs with dairy, but it is still very helpful. At last check, dairy-free items at Nando’s included most of their chicken (including their famous peri-peri), tons of sauces, a selection of sides, and more. They also have some vegan-friendly items.
Padmanadi ⭐️ – This all-vegan, casual restaurant serves an Asian-style menu that’s heavy on Chinese dishes.
Quesada – They offer a great allergen and special diet filter online to help plan your order. This is a build-your-own burrito, burrito bowl, or taco spot. At last check, their meats and meat alternatives were dairy free (the fish items contain dairy), as were both types of beans, rice, and all toppings, except cheese and sour cream. All of their salsas, guacamole, and most of their sauces are also dairy-free, and they even have a special vegan sauce.
Red Swan Pizza – They offer vegan cheese, which you can order on their traditional, thin, or regular gluten-free crust. Their classic pizza sauce, a few other sauces, and their veggie toppings are dairy-free. They offer a plethora of protein options, so be sure to reference their allergen guide carefully. They also have dry ribs, chicken bites, wings, and potato wedges available without dairy.
Remedy – This chai bar, breakfast spot, and Indian food restaurant offers a few dairy-free options for each meal. They have bagels with vegan cream cheese or PB&J, and serve vegan wraps and some Indian entrees for lunch and dinner. And they can make your chai or coffee drink with soy, almond or oat milk.
Rio Vida gluten free bakery and Ready to eat Food products – This strictly gluten-free bakery caters to a variety of special diet needs. They have prepared and take away sweets and savories, and everything can be made dairy-free, egg-free, or nut-free on request. They can also swap in different sweeteners, and have keto and many vegan options.
Seitansyeg ⭐️ – Thanks to Jade for telling us about this vegan southern-style food establishment. They specialize in vegan fried chickun, poutine, and pizza. It’s located in the 5th St Foodhall.
St. Louis Bar & Grill – Enjoy custom order salads and bar bites, including their famous wings with a large selection of sauces. Their allergen menu is well detailed and helpful for custom ordering.
Sugar Free & More – Their focus is sugar-free and keto, but there are some dairy-free finds at this shop and bakery.
Sweet Pea Café & Playhouse ⭐️ – Fresh baked pastries, smoothies, healthy bowls, wraps, burgers, sandwiches, desserts, and coffee drinks, it’s all dairy-free and vegan at this entertaining plant-based cafe.
The Chopped Leaf – They offer a big menu of hand-crafted salads, grain bowls, wraps, sandwiches, soups, and more. They clearly indicate allergens, and even indicate dairy-free options. They have a good selection for dairy-free, gluten-free, and even vegan guests, plus build your own choices.
The Moth Cafe ⭐️ – This 100% plant-based cafe focuses on health food with a full coffee bar, medicinal teas, elixirs, raw and cooked savory dishes, and healthier desserts. Than you to Natasha for the recommendation!
Tiffin India’s Fresh Kitchen – Their menu is labeled with dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan options. They have a build-your-own plate style of menu along with made-to-order shareable snacks.
Tutti Frutti Frozen Yogurt – This froyo chain typically has a couple rotating dairy-free flavours, which can be sorbets and/or creamy soy-based varieties.
Under the High Wheel – Thank you to Jill for this recommendation. She says they have “great vegan/dairy free options” and are located in the same building as Blush Market. They serve brunch, with a focus on seasonal and sustainable ingredients. They offer savory and sweet vegan menu items, including gluten-free vegan crepes and even a dessert option.
Uproot Food Collective – This is a marketplace for local food producers, and they offer a unique selection of dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan products.
Yelo’d Ice Cream + Bake Shoppe – Their Filipino influenced flavours rotate every two weeks, but they always have a few dairy-free flavours. When we looked, they had five, including Ube, Cocoa Cookies’n’Cream, Buko Pandan, and more. We’ve read they also blend vegan milkshakes, on request.

Edson

The Chopped Leaf – They offer a big menu of hand-crafted salads, grain bowls, wraps, sandwiches, soups, and more. They clearly indicate allergens, and even indicate dairy-free options. They have a good selection for dairy-free, gluten-free, and even vegan guests, plus build your own choices.

Fort McMurray

The Chopped Leaf – They offer a big menu of hand-crafted salads, grain bowls, wraps, sandwiches, soups, and more. They clearly indicate allergens, and even indicate dairy-free options. They have a good selection for dairy-free, gluten-free, and even vegan guests, plus build your own choices.

Fort Saskatchewan

Red Swan Pizza – They offer vegan cheese, which you can order on their traditional, thin, or regular gluten-free crust. Their classic pizza sauce, a few other sauces, and their veggie toppings are dairy-free. They offer a plethora of protein options, so be sure to reference their allergen guide carefully. They also have dry ribs, chicken bites, wings, and potato wedges available without dairy.
The Chopped Leaf – They offer a big menu of hand-crafted salads, grain bowls, wraps, sandwiches, soups, and more. They clearly indicate allergens, and even indicate dairy-free options. They have a good selection for dairy-free, gluten-free, and even vegan guests, plus build your own choices.

Grande Prairie

Jugo Juice – This Canadian chain blends smoothie with almond milk or coconut water. Just be sure to skip the protein – they use whey. They also serve some wraps and salads that can be ordered dairy free.
Off The Wheaten Path ⭐️ – This is a dedicated vegan and gluten-free bakery, cafe, and shop. They serve a broad menu for breakfast and lunch, have meal prep available, and bake an array of sweet treats – including “cheesecakes.” They also make organic cotton candy.
OMG! Cupcakes – They bake vegan cupcakes and gluten-free, dairy-free cupcakes on select days of the week. But they also freeze some, so they are available all week. And they have added vegan cookies to their selection.
St. Louis Bar & Grill – Enjoy custom order salads and bar bites, including their famous wings with a large selection of sauces. Their allergen menu is well detailed and helpful for custom ordering.
The Chopped Leaf – They offer a big menu of hand-crafted salads, grain bowls, wraps, sandwiches, soups, and more. They clearly indicate allergens, and even indicate dairy-free options. They have a good selection for dairy-free, gluten-free, and even vegan guests, plus build your own choices.

Jasper

Beavertails – These artisanal Canadian pastries are made with whole wheat flour, hand-stretched, and fried. They are dairy-free as is, and can be ordered without butter on request. They do offer full allergen information, and at last check, the cinnamon sugar blend and apple cinnamon flavor were made without dairy. They also offered vanilla spread, peanut butter, and some other toppings made without dairy. Please note that Ashleigh let us know she had some difficulty ordering dairy-free at this location. The staff wasn’t familiar with the options.
Famoso – This Canadian pizza chain offers Daiya dairy-free cheese alternative at no extra charge, and has plant-based pizzas (like pepperoni) on the menu. They’re made with a neapolitan crust, rossa sauce, and vegan cheese.
Jasper Brewing Co ⭐️ – Their menu is labeled with dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan options. Dairy-free items that can be ordered include crispy wings, salad, pasta, ramen, salmon, and a few burgers.
Nutters Everyday Naturals – This is a Canadian natural food store chain that carries a good selection of dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan, and other special diet foods.
The Raven Bistro – They offer vegan selections on their menu, including salads, bowls, and even desserts. Several additional menu items can be ordered dairy free.

Lacomb

Milly Oak Cafe & Catering – This is a traditional breakfast and lunch spot, but they are friendly to dairy-free guests and do their best to accommodate custom needs.

Leduc

Nutters Everyday Naturals – This is a Canadian natural food store chain that carries a good selection of dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan, and other special diet foods.
Red Swan Pizza – They offer vegan cheese, which you can order on their traditional, thin, or regular gluten-free crust. Their classic pizza sauce, a few other sauces, and their veggie toppings are dairy-free. They offer a plethora of protein options, so be sure to reference their allergen guide carefully. They also have dry ribs, chicken bites, wings, and potato wedges available without dairy.
The Chopped Leaf – They offer a big menu of hand-crafted salads, grain bowls, wraps, sandwiches, soups, and more. They clearly indicate allergens, and even indicate dairy-free options. They have a good selection for dairy-free, gluten-free, and even vegan guests, plus build your own choices.

Lethbridge

Nutters Everyday Naturals – This is a Canadian natural food store chain that carries a good selection of dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan, and other special diet foods.
Quesada – They offer a great allergen and special diet filter online to help plan your order. This is a build-your-own burrito, burrito bowl, or taco spot. At last check, their meats and meat alternatives were dairy free (the fish items contain dairy), as were both types of beans, rice, and all toppings, except cheese and sour cream. All of their salsas, guacamole, and most of their sauces are also dairy-free, and they even have a special vegan sauce.
Red Swan Pizza – They offer vegan cheese, which you can order on their traditional, thin, or regular gluten-free crust. Their classic pizza sauce, a few other sauces, and their veggie toppings are dairy-free. They offer a plethora of protein options, so be sure to reference their allergen guide carefully. They also have dry ribs, chicken bites, wings, and potato wedges available without dairy.
The Chopped Leaf – They offer a big menu of hand-crafted salads, grain bowls, wraps, sandwiches, soups, and more. They clearly indicate allergens, and even indicate dairy-free options. They have a good selection for dairy-free, gluten-free, and even vegan guests, plus build your own choices.

Lloydminster

Nutters Everyday Naturals – This is a Canadian natural food store chain that carries a good selection of dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan, and other special diet foods.
Quesada – They offer a great allergen and special diet filter online to help plan your order. This is a build-your-own burrito, burrito bowl, or taco spot. At last check, their meats and meat alternatives were dairy free (the fish items contain dairy), as were both types of beans, rice, and all toppings, except cheese and sour cream. All of their salsas, guacamole, and most of their sauces are also dairy-free, and they even have a special vegan sauce.
Red Swan Pizza – They offer vegan cheese, which you can order on their traditional, thin, or regular gluten-free crust. Their classic pizza sauce, a few other sauces, and their veggie toppings are dairy-free. They offer a plethora of protein options, so be sure to reference their allergen guide carefully. They also have dry ribs, chicken bites, wings, and potato wedges available without dairy.
The Chopped Leaf – They offer a big menu of hand-crafted salads, grain bowls, wraps, sandwiches, soups, and more. They clearly indicate allergens, and even indicate dairy-free options. They have a good selection for dairy-free, gluten-free, and even vegan guests, plus build your own choices.

Medicine Hat

Annegret’s – This is a European-style chocolatier and shop that offers a vegan selection, including various dark chocolate bars.
Fresh Healthy Cafe – They note allergens on their menu of smoothies, bowls, wraps, and salads. They do use dairy, but offer a good selection of dairy-free menu items, and some can be made dairy-free by custom order.
La Diperie – You’ll have to resist many of their desserts, but you’ll be rewarded with their edible vegan cookie dough. It’s available in four flavours. They often have at least one vegan soft serve flavour and a couple other cool dairy-free treats, too.
Nutters Everyday Naturals – This is a Canadian natural food store chain that carries a good selection of dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan, and other special diet foods.
Red Swan Pizza – They offer vegan cheese, which you can order on their traditional, thin, or regular gluten-free crust. Their classic pizza sauce, a few other sauces, and their veggie toppings are dairy-free. They offer a plethora of protein options, so be sure to reference their allergen guide carefully. They also have dry ribs, chicken bites, wings, and potato wedges available without dairy.
The Chopped Leaf – They offer a big menu of hand-crafted salads, grain bowls, wraps, sandwiches, soups, and more. They clearly indicate allergens, and even indicate dairy-free options. They have a good selection for dairy-free, gluten-free, and even vegan guests, plus build your own choices.
Tutti Frutti Frozen Yogurt – This froyo chain typically has a couple rotating dairy-free flavours, which can be sorbets and/or creamy soy-based varieties.

Okotoks

Nutters Everyday Naturals – This is a Canadian natural food store chain that carries a good selection of dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan, and other special diet foods.
Quesada – They offer a great allergen and special diet filter online to help plan your order. This is a build-your-own burrito, burrito bowl, or taco spot. At last check, their meats and meat alternatives were dairy free (the fish items contain dairy), as were both types of beans, rice, and all toppings, except cheese and sour cream. All of their salsas, guacamole, and most of their sauces are also dairy-free, and they even have a special vegan sauce.
The Chopped Leaf – They offer a big menu of hand-crafted salads, grain bowls, wraps, sandwiches, soups, and more. They clearly indicate allergens, and even indicate dairy-free options. They have a good selection for dairy-free, gluten-free, and even vegan guests, plus build your own choices.

Olds

Nutters Everyday Naturals – This is a Canadian natural food store chain that carries a good selection of dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan, and other special diet foods.

Red Deer

Famoso – This Canadian pizza chain offers Daiya dairy-free cheese alternative at no extra charge, and has plant-based pizzas (like pepperoni) on the menu. They’re made with a neapolitan crust, rossa sauce, and vegan cheese.
FitKitchen ⭐️ – This meal order and delivery service focuses on healthy food, is transparent about ingredients, and offers many dairy-free options. They also offer free delivery with a minimum order.
In the Mix Cupcakes ⭐️ – This home-based baker makes dairy-free, gluten-free cupcakes, cakes, and cake pops for order and pick up.
Jugo Juice – This Canadian chain blends smoothie with almond milk or coconut water. Just be sure to skip the protein – they use whey. They also serve some wraps and salads that can be ordered dairy free.
Nutters Everyday Naturals – This is a Canadian natural food store chain that carries a good selection of dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan, and other special diet foods.
Occam’s Razor – They have a dairy-free dessert on their menu and are friendly to dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan guests with custom orders.
Quesada – They offer a great allergen and special diet filter online to help plan your order. This is a build-your-own burrito, burrito bowl, or taco spot. At last check, their meats and meat alternatives were dairy free (the fish items contain dairy), as were both types of beans, rice, and all toppings, except cheese and sour cream. All of their salsas, guacamole, and most of their sauces are also dairy-free, and they even have a special vegan sauce.
Red Swan Pizza – They offer vegan cheese, which you can order on their traditional, thin, or regular gluten-free crust. Their classic pizza sauce, a few other sauces, and their veggie toppings are dairy-free. They offer a plethora of protein options, so be sure to reference their allergen guide carefully. They also have dry ribs, chicken bites, wings, and potato wedges available without dairy.
Sugar Free & More – As the name implies, this shop specializes in sugar-free products, but they do have many dairy-free options in the mix.
Sweet & Sass by Leah – This baker makes cupcakes and custom cakes, and can do many flavors dairy-free and/or gluten-free on order.
Tandoor ‘n Flame – This local Indian restaurant is reportedly quite friendly to dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan needs.
The Chopped Leaf – They offer a big menu of hand-crafted salads, grain bowls, wraps, sandwiches, soups, and more. They clearly indicate allergens, and even indicate dairy-free options. They a good selection for dairy-free, gluten-free, and even vegan guests, plus build your own choices.
The European Sausage & Deli – They offer a range of dairy-free, gluten-free meats “made the old fashioned way.” Their selection also includes a couple varieties of house-made dairy-free pierogies.
The Maple Tree – This is a dedicated gluten-free bakery that also offers dairy-free and egg-free options. This includes sweet treats and savory breads. They also bake custom order cakes.

Rocky Mountain House

Nutters Everyday Naturals – This is a Canadian natural food store chain that carries a good selection of dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan, and other special diet foods.

Sherwood Park

Famoso – This Canadian pizza chain offers Daiya dairy-free cheese alternative at no extra charge, and has plant-based pizzas (like pepperoni) on the menu. They’re made with a neapolitan crust, rossa sauce, and vegan cheese.
Jugo Juice – This Canadian chain blends smoothie with almond milk or coconut water. Just be sure to skip the protein – they use whey. They also serve some wraps and salads that can be ordered dairy free.
KB&Co ⭐️ – Thank you to Lisa for this recommendation! “They are a vegan cafe so everything is dairy-free. They have the most delicious desserts there and the food is great too.” Their health-centric menu includes all-day breakfast items, bowls, wraps, sandwiches, smoothies, superfood lattes, and more.
Noodlebox – This fast casual Asian chain serves bowls with various sauces and add-ins. Most of their bowl options can be ordered dairy-free, and many can be vegan.
Quesada – They offer a great allergen and special diet filter online to help plan your order. This is a build-your-own burrito, burrito bowl, or taco spot. At last check, their meats and meat alternatives were dairy free (the fish items contain dairy), as were both types of beans, rice, and all toppings, except cheese and sour cream. All of their salsas, guacamole, and most of their sauces are also dairy-free, and they even have a special vegan sauce.
Red Swan Pizza – They offer vegan cheese, which you can order on their traditional, thin, or regular gluten-free crust. Their classic pizza sauce, a few other sauces, and their veggie toppings are dairy-free. They offer a plethora of protein options, so be sure to reference their allergen guide carefully. They also have dry ribs, chicken bites, wings, and potato wedges available without dairy.
St. Louis Bar & Grill – Enjoy custom order salads and bar bites, including their famous wings with a large selection of sauces. Their allergen menu is well detailed and helpful for custom ordering.
The Chopped Leaf – They offer a big menu of hand-crafted salads, grain bowls, wraps, sandwiches, soups, and more. They clearly indicate allergens, and even indicate dairy-free options. They have a good selection for dairy-free, gluten-free, and even vegan guests, plus build your own choices.

Spruce Grove

Famoso – This Canadian pizza chain offers Daiya dairy-free cheese alternative at no extra charge, and has plant-based pizzas (like pepperoni) on the menu. They’re made with a neapolitan crust, rossa sauce, and vegan cheese.
The Chopped Leaf – They offer a big menu of hand-crafted salads, grain bowls, wraps, sandwiches, soups, and more. They clearly indicate allergens, and even indicate dairy-free options. They have a good selection for dairy-free, gluten-free, and even vegan guests, plus build your own choices.

St. Albert

Famoso – This Canadian pizza chain offers Daiya dairy-free cheese alternative at no extra charge, and has plant-based pizzas (like pepperoni) on the menu. They’re made with a neapolitan crust, rossa sauce, and vegan cheese.
KB&Co ⭐️ – Thank you to Lisa for this recommendation! “They are a vegan cafe so everything is dairy-free. They have the most delicious desserts there and the food is great too.” Their health-centric menu includes all-day breakfast items, bowls, wraps, sandwiches, smoothies, superfood lattes, and more.
LovePizza – Despite having just a few locations, this Alberta pizzeria went to the trouble of creating an allergy guide, and labels their build-your-own menu for vegan options. For pizzas, their traditional crust is dairy-free (not the gluten-free one), they have a few sauce options, they offer Daiya cheese alternative, and a plethora of toppings (check their chart as a couple prepared meats do contain dairy). They also have tots with a few dipping sauce options.
Nitza’s Pizza – This pizza, pasta, and donair shop offers Daiya dairy-free cheese and a gluten-free, dairy-free pizza crust for special diet guests.
Red Swan Pizza – They offer vegan cheese, which you can order on their traditional, thin, or regular gluten-free crust. Their classic pizza sauce, a few other sauces, and their veggie toppings are dairy-free. They offer a plethora of protein options, so be sure to reference their allergen guide carefully. They also have dry ribs, chicken bites, wings, and potato wedges available without dairy.
The Chopped Leaf – They offer a big menu of hand-crafted salads, grain bowls, wraps, sandwiches, soups, and more. They clearly indicate allergens, and even indicate dairy-free options. They have a good selection for dairy-free, gluten-free, and even vegan guests, plus build your own choices.

St. Paul

Twisted Fork ⭐️ – Thank you to Rene for letting us know this restaurant has great dairy-free options. She said, “My sister ate there and found them extremely accommodating.” They clearly label their menu dishes that can be ordered dairy-free and/or gluten-free. The dairy-free options include several shareables, burgers, sandwiches, bowls, salads, and steak.

Stony Plain

Quesada – They offer a great allergen and special diet filter online to help plan your order. This is a build-your-own burrito, burrito bowl, or taco spot. At last check, their meats and meat alternatives were dairy free (the fish items contain dairy), as were both types of beans, rice, and all toppings, except cheese and sour cream. All of their salsas, guacamole, and most of their sauces are also dairy-free, and they even have a special vegan sauce.

Strathmore

Quesada – They offer a great allergen and special diet filter online to help plan your order. This is a build-your-own burrito, burrito bowl, or taco spot. At last check, their meats and meat alternatives were dairy free (the fish items contain dairy), as were both types of beans, rice, and all toppings, except cheese and sour cream. All of their salsas, guacamole, and most of their sauces are also dairy-free, and they even have a special vegan sauce.

Sylvan Lake

Nutters Everyday Naturals – This is a Canadian natural food store chain that carries a good selection of dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan, and other special diet foods.

Waterton

Beavertails – These artisanal Canadian pastries are made with whole wheat flour, hand-stretched, and fried. They are dairy-free as is, and can be ordered without butter on request. They do offer full allergen information, and at last check, the cinnamon sugar blend and apple cinnamon flavor were made without dairy. They also offered vanilla spread, peanut butter, and some other toppings made without dairy.

Wetaskiwin

Nutters Everyday Naturals – This is a Canadian natural food store chain that carries a good selection of dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan, and other special diet foods.

Whitecourt

Red Swan Pizza – They offer vegan cheese, which you can order on their traditional, thin, or regular gluten-free crust. Their classic pizza sauce, a few other sauces, and their veggie toppings are dairy-free. They offer a plethora of protein options, so be sure to reference their allergen guide carefully. They also have dry ribs, chicken bites, wings, and potato wedges available without dairy.

Photo from Blake in Canmore, Alberta

Restaurant & Grocery Chains found throughout Alberta

Some recommended restaurant and store chains are getting too big for our city listing britches. They have many locations, or are rapidly growing, and you might stumble across them in a number of towns in this state. Click on them for more dairy-free details.

BarBurrito ⭐️ – This build-your-own chain offers bowls, burritos, and street tacos with many dairy-free options for proteins, toppings, and sauces. They also have a gluten-free, dairy-free wrap and a detailed allergen guide to make the ordering process easier.
Booster Juice – This Canadian chain offers a selection of dairy-free smoothies (made solely with fruit or with coconut water), acai bowls, energy balls and bars (also gluten-free), juices, and other drinks.
Freshii – This chain serves bowls, salads, wraps, and smoothies. They offer a detailed allergen menu, and each menu category has at least one or two dairy-free options, ordered as is. But most items can be ordered without dairy easily, since all of their bases, proteins, broths, and toppings (aside from cheese) are made without milk (at the time of our review). Just verify the sauces, as a few contain milk-based ingredients.
Marble Slab Creamery – This Canadian ice cream chain offers a handful of vegan flavours made with coconut milk, including coconut, pina colada, strawberry banana, and chocolate. They reportedly have options for ordering these flavors in smoothies, milkshakes, or sundaes without dairy. They have many dairy-free mix ins and toppings, but their cones all contain dairy.
Panago Pizza – See our Panago Dairy-Free Menu Guide for full details.
Pita Pit – See our Dairy-Free Pita Pit Menu Guide for full details.
Pizza 73 – They offer dairy-free cheeze and plant-based “meats” for their pizzas, and have a detailed ingredient list for each pizza component and menu item. A couple of their classic and traditional pizza doughs are made without dairy, but do have “may contain” warnings for potential cross-contamination. They also offer three gluten-free and dairy-free crust options. Some additional items like wings, fries and onion rings can be ordered without dairy.
Wok Box – This is a fresh Asian chain in Canada that is special diet friendly. They offer an allergen guide with their nutrition information, and naturally, most of their Asian menu is dairy-free. They also label which items can be made vegan and/or gluten-free.

Photo from V Burger in Calgary, Alberta

Local Dairy-Free Food & Drink Producers in Alberta

These dairy-free friendly companies don’t have their own retail location, but are in Alberta. So you have a good chance of finding their products at grocery stores, restaurants, and/or other shops in this state. Keep an eye out!

Canmore Pasta Co – Their filled pastas do contain dairy, but they offer a fresh range of dairy-free pastas (contain egg) and a few gluten-free, dairy-free gnocchi flavors, too.
Care Bakery – They bake gluten-free, dairy-free buns, breads, and pizza crusts that are sold in stores, but you also might find local restaurants that use them. Some of their products are egg-free and vegan, too.
Glowfood Creamery – This vegan cheese company is based in Banff, and ferments a few varieties of cashew cheeses and sour cream.
Kinnikinnick Foods – They bake gluten-free, dairy-free products, and also make mixes. Their products are sold throughout North America, but you’ll find a very good selection in their home province of Alberta.
Natural Kitchen Delights (NKD) – Their unique range of dark chocolate bars is ethically sourced, single origin, dairy-free, and sweetened purely with maple syrup.
Nora’s – This vegan ice creamery makes dairy-free pints filled with cashew- and coconut milk-based flavors.
Prairie Melt – Yes, there are a lot of vegan cheesemakers in Alberta! This is an allergy-friendly product that you can reportedly spread, crumble, or melt.
Righteous Gelato – This small batch, Canadian gelato company does churn some dairy-filled gelato, but they also have a plant-based gelato line and a sorbetto line, both of which are boldly labeled as dairy-free. Their creamy dairy-free line includes several chocolaty and nutty indulgences.
Truffula – They make beautiful wheels and jars of hand-crafted, fermented, cashew-based, dairy-free cheese alternatives.

Photo from Glowfood Creamery in Banff, Alberta

This Guide is Continuously Updated with Recommendations

We welcome you to recommend other dairy-free friendly restaurants. Leave a comment or contact us and tell us why you like a certain restaurant. Restaurant owners and employees are also invited to reach out and let us know how you welcome dairy-free customers.

Please kindly let us know in the comments if any of these restaurants close. We want to keep this list current for you, but aren’t always notified when a restaurant closes. Let us know and we will quickly update!

This Guide is for Informational Purposes Only

Menus, ingredients, kitchen procedures, management, and restaurants are subject to change at any time. Always read the menu and discuss your dietary needs with the staff before ordering. Make sure that they can accommodate your situation.

There is always a risk for potential cross-contamination of allergens in any commercial kitchen. If cross-contamination is an issue for you, always speak with the manager to ensure that your meal can be safely prepared. Listings here do not guarantee that a restaurant is safe enough for your individual needs. Only you can make that decision.