On the plus side, it has a separate menu for both gluten-free and vegetarian options, which is a real plus.
The reason I'm not giving it more stars is because the waitresses aren't very friendly and the place is smoky, leaving the (unpleasant) smell on your clothes. On the other hand, the gluten-free noodle dish didn't contain any noodles, and the menu didn't mention it.
This is my all time favorite for gluten free breakfast in Belfast. Their vegan gluten free fry is delicious and super filling. I have gluten and dairy allergies and this place caters for both, 10/10.
Right next door to the Ulister Hall, this chic and hip cafe is eye-catching and attention getting right from the outside glass windows to all the art walls. The service was great. The staff was friendly and the gluten-free scone, which we couldn't find anywhere else in all of Ireland, was delicious. It's baked fresh daily on-site and comes with jam and clotted cream.
Not a great experience.
2 of our party of 4 are Coeliacs and we were all looking forward to our meal.
Our first disappointment came when I was informed that there were no gluten free starters...the server spent some time checking the allergy sheet then consulted someone in the kitchen.
My daughter had gluten free pasta which was ok...but not great.
I had a GF pizza which was nice although slightly undercooked.
We wanted to order aa second bottle of Pellegrino but they'd run out...it was on our bill but they agreed to remove it.
All in all it was disappointing amd we'd travelled 40 miles to eat there.
atmosphere is very nice and relaxing with low lighting, the food was phenomenal!! we ordered lots of food and shared between us and everything tasted great. they even have a variety gluten free and vegan options. service was amicable and attentive.
Amazing food & service every time here! Delicious menu with great options and a willingness to make adjustments for various dietary requirements, including veggie, gluten-free, and with a dedicated vegan menu. And also picture-perfect presentation! Upbeat, friendly atmosphere, tunes on the go, and if you're lucky, you might have a wee doggie seated nearby! The effort that goes into this place is evident and I'm pretty certain that anyone who gives it a try soon becomes a regular.
Had our wedding anniversary celebration here. Loved it.
Food.... steak amazing and reflective of the price...probably the best I've had so far.
Wife was happy with the curry dish.
Good menu with very good gluten free options
Desserts very good too
Drinks...great choice of beers, wines and cocktails.
Staff...waiting staff are great. Funny but sincere and very interactive
Surroundings...we sat wondering what the building was before...like years ago as it is modern but has kept the old coving and plaster faces at the ceiling.
Kitchen staff punctured to look after everyone as you can clearly see them working away but overall a brilliant atmosphere.
Five star in my book.
I will be back very soon.
Thanks for making our anniversary a memorable one.
This place is an absolute gem! From the second we walked in we were greeted an seated an the menu read to us with portion sizes and what goes with what! My partner has allergens to gluten an diary when the waitor/stand in manager heard this he went straight to the kitchen an told my partner what she could have on the menu! He treated her with so much respect that she felt "normal" as most places make her feel alienated due to her allergies... the waitor/stand in manager was fantastic the food & cocktails was absolutely incredible I had the pork sharing plater which was cooked to perfection and portion sizes were perfect! My partner doubled up with a grilled chicken burger an the amazing beef cooked fries! Not an *influencer* or anything special! I would definitely go back an have told all my friends the same! Thank you for making our first time there my birthday & our anniversary perfect! Until next time meat wagon! Keep doing your thing! 15/10 amazing!
I'm coeliac and I went to order something I was told was gluten free only to have them return a few times to tell me things in it weren't actually gluten free. Then I was told I could only substitute things if I was going to pay for then as add ons. This greatly increased the price. Also was extremely salty
Cyprus Avenue is hands down my favourite place for a Sunday lunch in East Belfast. The menu, presentation, service, ingredients are creative, fresh and flawless. Seafood and vegan options are spot on. My celiac friend has never had any issues with GF and DF options. Coffee is great with dairy free alternatives. I love their outdoor seating on a sunny day. Honestly, it's a joy to be there from 'hello' to 'see you soon'. Roadside parking is the only little thing I could do without; it's hard to find a spot nearby on a busy day. Five stars overall. (Sorry, no pics atm. I'm always so excited to eat there that I dig in straight away. I'll have to remember to take some photos next time :)
The food here was absolutely wonderful, and we really enjoyed getting a taste of the local cuisine. Since my partner is a very sensitive Coeliac, we made sure to inform the restaurant when booking—and I’m happy to say we were incredibly well taken care of.
The well-informed staff were kind and attentive, guiding us through the menu and pointing out what was safe to order. While they were upfront about the general risks of cross-contamination (since the food is prepared in the same kitchen), they went above and beyond to reassure us. They double-checked everything with the kitchen, made sure separate cookware and fryers were used, and handled everything with real care. They even adapted certain dishes to be gluten-free for us.
My partner had absolutely no symptoms after the meal, which further confirms the level of care and precautions the restaurant took on our behalf.
Highly, highly recommend this spot if you're looking for delicious food with genuinely thoughtful service (gluten-free or otherwise).
Trust menu, 5 courses with 4 wines to accompany. Small courses but altogether quite filling. You get to guess what is in each course and after you finish the waiter/waitress tells you what it was. They cater for gluten free etc
Just had a lunch with friends for my husband’s birthday. The service was good and good choice on the menu, including gluten free for me. Highly recommend.
Great tapas spot! Probably 90% of the menu was available / adaptable to be gluten free and staff were very knowledgeable and attentive to dietary requirements. Food was really tasty and cocktails were fab! Would highly recommend.
We called in here on Monday evening for a family meal and we were very impressed. We had a coeliac with us and were pleased to find out they had a dedicated gluten free menu and also loads of gluten free options on the main menu. The prices were great and the food was beautiful. I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a good priced beautiful meal in Belfast and to anyone with any food allergies or intolerances. The staff were so accommodating and friendly. The bar itself was lovely and super cosy. Also if you like chicken wings this is the place to go, the wings were super crispy but also super saucy at the same time which I find it so hard to get anywhere.
Ordered gluten free dough balls for 4 servings, I was sent 10 dough balls. Have ordered this before and it was a ton of them. This time not so much. Charged 15 pounds for 10 small balls of bread. Totally ridiculous and the phone number to contact the store is not working. Very disappointed.
Wow. A fantastic Italian. Every time I go here I'm impressed with the service but most of all the food. I had a tomato based dish (sorry can't remember which!) and it was out of this world. The meatballs starter was seriously tasty too. Goats cheese polenta which we've had before is very good too.
My partner had carbonara and was less impressed - she said it was OK but not amazing. However that's her experience and mine was epic so giving this five stars.
They do the best 0% beer - Heineken - on draft. Best 0% beer I've ever tasted.
They even do gluten free pasta. If you're into Italian food, I don't think you'll be disappointed (although I've never been to Italy so take that with a grain of salt maybe!)
Staff members were incredibly kind and helpful.Quick service.Safe if you have gluten intolerance.First time I wasn’t ill after dining out from years .Food was perfectly flavoured, fresh and beautifully served.Desserts are beautiful.Amazing place I will be back
Great restaurant. Buzzy atmosphere but not overly loud. Food was amazing. Lots of Gluten Free options. Beef bourguignon was one of the best meals Ive had. Lovely to have a choice of GF deserts too. £100 for 2 mains, a side, two deserts, a cocktail and a glass of wine and a tip seemed a fair price.
Prakash is probably the nicest, most cheerful man in Belfast. All the staff are so friendly. The food is amazing, something for everyone even with a mixture of preferences (meat, vegetarian, coeliac, young children.) They went above and beyond and gave me a really special birthday meal. Definitely recommend. We will always go back here.
We had the most incredible meal here. Starters were scallops and squid, which were absolutely divine. Then we shared the chateaubriand and it was absolutely fantastic! They were so accommodating to my husband's gluten intolerance and the service was 10/10.
We ate in the grill room which was slightly quieter and calmer than the main restaurant.
Special thanks to Aditi for looking after us so well, she was fantastic! We cannot wait to return again!
Went for dinner with a group of friends. Everyone's food was really good quality and the menu had something to suit everyone. They could do pretty much the whole menu gluten free with a couple of modifications and it was fantastic. The mocktails were great too. Service was great and didn't feel rushed at all.
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Disappointed. The beef doube was bland and needed a lot of salt to try and get some flavour out of it.
Apparently the chicken was really good.
A shame staff didn't ask how the meal was otherwise we would have given feedback.
We left hungry
Staff were really lovely and there are gluten free options available
REALLY overpriced for what it was.
Waitress explained gluten free options on the menu. Had the loaded fries and, although a little cold for my liking, they were lovely. Great atmosphere too. Toilets lovely 😊
Best hotel to stay in Belfast. Lovely quiet nights sleep in the center of the city. Walking distance to any shops/sights and their is 2 restaurants and a bar within the hotel should you wish to stay close to home of a rainy day - Bike available for residents and hotel lobby if you need to get some work done. The Rooftop restaurant is perfect for an Aperol Spritz & a Gluten free Pizza.
The entire hotel is very accessible. Their is special dog friendly rooms and I would recommend this for all types of travel: Business trip, family getaway, date weekend etc.
We went here Saturday passed. As a whole we were very disappointed. Initially we were greeted by a lovely gentleman who was funny and quick to seat us and get menus. The problem laid with the quality of the food and lack of understanding around celiac disease.. my mum was served twice, her main and dessert with gluten. We confirmed prior to ordering things were gf and when the meals came down. The main was taken away straight away, but obviously had to wait while the rest of us ate for a fresh meal. Secondly the dessert which was ordered. We asked the waitress to check it was definitely gluten free and she came back and said yes.. on arrival of said dessert we asked again if it was gf.. and we were told yes. Soo a few mouthfuls in the gentleman who seated us and rushed over and took the dessert of my mum explaining that it was not gf!! We are grateful that the gentleman came over and removed the dish and apologized for the mistake. Mums meal, everyone's drinks and desserts were not charged, which was a lovely gesture. However in a whole the food and service was not up to where it should be for the prices being charged. Dirty cutlery, foggy glasses etc..
Fantastic Experience at Zizzi!
Had an amazing time at Zizzi — the Calzone Picante and Gluten free Pepperoni Pizza were delicious, thanks to the great chef Jan! The service was equally impressive, with a wonderful waitress who was friendly and attentive. Special shout-out to Seb the barman for his excellent drinks and great energy. Highly recommend!
I was looking for Thai food with some gluten free option on my only day in Belfast and definitely it is the right place , delicious food, I had Tom kha veggie e masa man curry with chicken which was so tasty , since I’m gluten intolerant they offer a gluten free menu which some option , restaurant it’s located on the Belfast east quarter, staff help us as choose and kindly explain the menu , highly recommend
Gluten free pizza not so good this time base seemed under cooked even when asked for it to be cooked again. Usually it is very good the other pizza were excellent.
First time here. Very clean, modern and minimalistic. A bit dark inside but comfortable and inviting. Staff were excellent as was food. Good variety on menu plus quite a few gluten free options. Slight mistake on gluten free menu which caused a but of confusion otherwise this would have has a 5 star rating.
Went there today for the first time. Everyone enjoyed their food, and they were able to accommodate a gluten-free diet. The place was really busy for a Monday evening, showing they are doing something right.
Every single time I order from this boojum items are missing or the order is wrong. Every single time. When I phone about it staff absolutely do not care. We also ordered bowls recently and they sent burritos instead, my friend is celiac and couldn't eat it. Avoid this boojum, it is terrible and never get an order right.
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