"Incredible flavours and the freedom to enjoy your social life again"
The number one thing those following a gluten free diet grieve isn't just gluten - it's spontaneity. It's the ability to just say "yes" to a Friday night dinner without spending 20 minutes interrogating a waiter about the menu.
Dining out often becomes an anxiety-inducing exercise instead of a joyful one....
For anyone who’s tired of having to ask question after question before ordering, Rufio offers a welcome change.... a 100% gluten free kitchen and menu. But what makes the experience stand out is the atmosphere too.
Rather than feeling like a compromise, dining here feels relaxed, vibrant and thoughtfully put together.
Rufio’s Latin-fusion menu brings bold flavours and plenty of plant-based options to the table. Add the moody interiors, lush greenery and rooftop setting and you have the makings of a memorable night out.
Settle in, order a cocktail and enjoy the conversation while the team takes care of your meal, so you can focus on good food, good company and a great night out.
The "Safety & Vibe" Snapshot
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Safety Level: 100% gluten free kitchen and menu
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Cuisine Type: Latin fusion
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The Vibe: Moody aesthetic meets social outdoor vibes
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Location: Carlisle Street, St Kilda, VIC
Local Intel:
Insider’s Guide to Rufio’s Weekly Lineup
Who says eating for your gut means missing out? Here is your itinerary for zero-compromise dining...
WEDNESDAY: $25 Wood-Fired Night Chargrilled Chicken (Ají Broth) or Wood-Fired Eggplant (Black Mole). Both served with crisp Radicchio Slaw & Tajín Fries.
THURSDAY: $28 Steak Night 250g Black Angus Striploin, Lime Habanero Salad, fresh Chimichurri and a decadent Oaxaca Cheese Potato Skin.
WEEKENDS: $85 Bottomless Brunch (From 12 PM)
2 hours of bottomless Margaritas, Spritzes and Sangria. Includes shared Guacamole & Tajín Fries for the table, plus your choice of main (Chicken, Pork Belly, Barramundi, or Eggplant).
SUNDAY: $30 Latin Sunday Roast Striploin, Pork Belly, or Veggie Loaf with all the trimmings - including a 100% safe, gluten free Yorkshire pudding and your choice of bone marrow jus or chimichurri.
What the Gluten Free community is saying...
Such a great experience at Rufio in St Kilda! The entire menu is 100% gluten-free and Latin-inspired, with so many different dishes to try.
We had the tiger prawn tostada, chargrilled broccolini, beef brisket cachapas, chorizo & tiger prawn skewers, swordfish croquettas and grilled provolone cheese. Everything was packed with flavour and beautifully presented.
Booking a table on-line was so easy and I loved that they clearly specified all you need to know for your booking - including finishing time.
From the moment we entered Rufio’s the staff were amazing - friendly, helpful, fast and diligent. The food was spectacular - prompting my husband to add an extra dish halfway through our meal!!! Oh, not to mention everything is gluten free!! A must on your dining ‘to do’ list!!!!
Love that the whole menu is GLUTEN FREE? Came to try Rufio for the $30 Sunday roast, left super impressed with the service and a full belly. Even though the steak looks incredible, the pork was a 10/10 melt in your mouth type meal!!
We also had the steak tartare as an entree to share and we totally wish we got two - I think that was one meal that I’ll be thinking about for a LONG time! If you’re considering coming by, don’t think for long!! Book and try it for yourself