B.effect Brewing Co. - Wanaka

If you're looking for a refreshing drink in the sun, this bar offers a fantastic atmosphere on a sunny day. However, if you're in the mood for a meal, I'd sugge... read more If you're looking for a refreshing drink in the sun, this bar offers a fantastic atmosphere on a sunny day. However, if you're in the mood for a meal, I'd suggest dining somewhere else. They offer a selection of beverages like cider, alcoholic ginger beer, and various mixed drinks, all of which are quite enjoyable—especially the cider. If you’re uncertain about the taps, they’re happy to pour from a can into a glass for you. That being said, I wouldn’t recommend it for dining, as others have pointed out that the staff seems to have limited knowledge of coeliac dietary requirements, which is unfortunate.

The staff seemed to go through the motions when discussing gluten-free options, but they didn’t come across as genuine or particularly serious about it. Althoug... read more The staff seemed to go through the motions when discussing gluten-free options, but they didn’t come across as genuine or particularly serious about it. Although they have a separate fryer, I still experienced gluten symptoms after eating their chips.

I reached out to them before my dinner to inquire about gluten-free options and received a quick reply. They do offer gluten-free batter for their fish, but it'... read more I reached out to them before my dinner to inquire about gluten-free options and received a quick reply. They do offer gluten-free batter for their fish, but it's important to note that it's cooked in the same fryer as other menu items. However, they do have a dedicated gluten-free fryer for the chips.

The menu indicated which items were gluten-free, and the staff confirmed that everything was safe for someone with celiac disease. I ordered the loaded chips an... read more The menu indicated which items were gluten-free, and the staff confirmed that everything was safe for someone with celiac disease. I ordered the loaded chips and had no issues at all.