Top 50 Gluten-Free Kid-Friendly Spots to Explore in Edinburgh New Town

Kane Sainsbury

A hyped up place on lots of GF/DF Edinburgh blogs. The staff were friendly and accommodating, Coffe was good, but sadly not a great review from me. Party of 4, prebooked. We arrived hoping for some yummy or interesting breakfasts as the menu seemed to promise. Their gluten free options were limited and the bread served was horrendous quality, not even toasted or buttered?! We paid between £11 and £17 a head. The food was mediocre at best. Would've liked to try the french toast as that looked and smelt amazing!...but it is only available with dairy. Poached eggs tasted of vinegar. I would not recommend the items we chose: za'atar spiced scrambled eggs on toast with spicy hollandaise, fresh coriander & jalapeno salsa - very meh and surprisingly flavourless. poached eggs on toast, + mushrooms + gf bread - tiny mushrooms grilled into oblivion, possibly the worst gf bread ever, untoasted and unbuttered. hummus on sourdough toast with cherry tomatoes, pickled shallots, za'atar, salda verde, capers & crispy chickpeas - the most interesting of all that we ordered, but really needed more salt! Anyone else of hummus being the go-to for vegans?

Kat V

Will proactively ask about allergies etc. Felt very well taken care of. Food tasted amazing

Gael Welstead

Very friendly place. Great food! And extremely good for gluten free folk.

Stacy Heller

We were in the neighborhood doing some shopping and one of the shoppes mentioned Côte. It was nearby and we walked in during a busy lunch time. The accommodated us very nicely considering we didn’t have a reservation. I adore French food but never get to go when dining with my daughter who is gluten and dairy free. However, they had so many items to choose from for her. The food was outstanding!!! Cannot wait to go back.

Jannicke Røseng

Very nice food! I apprechiate that the menu is marked with what is gluten free. Had the chicken skewers, very big portion and everything was tasty. I am a sensitive celiac, had no ill effects after the meal.

Allan Napier

Great gluten free options

Orla McGrath

Had a great experience with hen party of 12 at this restaurant this weekend, food and drinks lovely and there was something for everyone, they had no problems advising on gluten free substitution last minute, 3 course group menu value for money and atmosphere was lovely, buzzing and we could chat freely. Easy to book and deposit was taken off bill as advised. Thank you very much

Toria Petrie-Armstrong

Amazing service from the minute we arrived and even a joke with one of the servers as we were leaving 😊 The food options are varied and I did have slight food envy of the table beside me. However my food was amazing, perfect flavour and good quantities. One of friends is a coaliac and there is a separate gluten free menu and they have separate cooking utensils etc in the kitchen to make sure there is no contamination. My other friend is a vegetarian and she liked that there are vegetarian options and vegan options. All in, this is one of my favourite places to eat in Edinburgh

Adrián Hurtado

What a lovely place! Great fopd, very very tasted. The soap tasted very good and the mushroom burger was delicious. They have gluten free options.

Richard Coffey

Very nice dining atmosphere at this venue and there was an acoustic music gig as well on Halloween. There's a gluten free menu too which is great. Overall, the service was very friendly, especially from Mallory the waitress who served me. The shop could be stocked with a wider variety of souvenir items though.

Nicole Wallbank

What a lovely experience, great service, lovely wine and cocktails and the food was amazing. I am celiac and am often limited on what's on offer, but the staff were knowledgeable and there were so many great options. We will definitely return on our next trip to Edinburgh

Elena

Recommended place to eat excellent sweet and savory pancakes. They offer different types of dough, including low fat and gluten free (very careful about contamination). Cute place!

Helen Menmuir

First time here for a birthday lunch, great food and the staff were helpful and very good with my needs as a gluten intolerant

Tricia Clark

Myself and my family dined here for a birthday meal . 2 of our party had food allergies ( 1 coeliac, 1 tomato allergy) staff couldn't do enough for us to accommodate food allergies. Great service, delicious food and great location in centre of town. We will definitely be back

RM Retro

Enjoyed a lovely lunch today with my Wife, it was delicious as always and cooked to perfection. Our Server today was Simon, and we must give special thanks to him for his exceptional service being particularly helpful and careful regarding my wife's Gluten Allergy: thank you M&C and extra thanks to you Simon.

jasmina dave

I went for the unlimited tapas last night and I explicitly said multiple times that I’m allergic to gluten and they fed me 3 gluten tacos. In which I had to go hospital after the dinner. - they still charged me for the meal.

Rebecca Robinson

Ah Dishoom! We had a business brunch meeting, not our first, we love this place in the mornings. Bottomless chai and chocolate chai just keep appearing at your elbow, staff are so good. Other coffees and teas also excellent. I'm gluten free so the granola bowl is perfect - granola, vanilla yogurt and colourful fresh fruit always make me so happy. Everyone else went for wraps or the omelette or the bottomless porridge - something for everyone including the dairy-free folk too. We'll be back. Set over three floors, but very popular so do book

maria del mar olmo

Italian restaurant "15 minutes" from the Royal Mile, offers a perfect combination of delicious food and welcoming service that makes you feel at home from the first moment. The staff is incredibly friendly and attentive. One of the highlights was their attention and dedication to dietary needs, particularly gluten-free and fructose-free food preparation. A ten from Cuenca, Spain-

Charlotte Lunn

The food here is really good. Excellent gluten free selection and a great atmosphere. One thing to watch out for is that the place is cash-free so you have to pay by card, and if you don't specifically ask the waiter you might not get the chance to tip. Would absolutely come here again

Grzegorz Borowiecki

A cute small restaurant serving superb and delicious vegan food with an abundance of gluten free options. Their GF dough is one of the best ones I’ve ever had. Everything is fresh and made from scratch, and they have delicious wines too. Staff is wonderfully hospitable and make you feel like you’re at home.

Hayley Forsythe

Unfriendly service. The food is delicious and very fresh which makes up for the poor experience of service. They also have gluten free pizza and options!

Esme Bailey

Lovely light fluffy gluten free base, obviously not great for celiacs as made in a kitchen with flour & CC but the taste was great. Nice chilled jazz music & a relaxed vibe for a mid week lunch. Homemade lemonade not too tart but nice & fresh.

Alanah Moulsdale

The dishes are quite small. The idea is to get a few different plates to share. All of the food tasted amazing and was full of flavour!

James Wallace

Lovely gluten free pancakes. Good service. Faultless experience

Olivia C

Good GF options and they take good precautions when taking GF orders.

Anna bootland

Came to tortilla for a bite to eat after shopping all day, the food was amazing and the service was even better!! Lucy was fantastic, she provided explanations to allergens for all ingredients (I have a gluten allergy) and had a smile whilst doing so! If in Edinburgh I would definitely recommend!!

Tanya Diaz

Wow! Just wow! From a great smile at the entrance to immediate service. Followed by recommendations, attention to detail and small talk! I’m traveling solo and this was an experience that just made me smile and feel comfortable on Easter Sunday! Highly recommend the Duck and “gluten-free” waffles! Also had a great Bloody Mary! Thank you!

Sonia Celtia Salerani

Excellent fish and chips and available for gluten and lactose intolerant! Well done!

Eric Ramon

Wow, this place was just amazing. We spent 2.5 weeks in Scotland and this was probably our favorite restaurant/meal of the trip. Food and cocktails were amazing. I can’t have gluten and even their meals with no gluten ingredients were fantastic. Wish we had time to go back a second time.

Grainne Rr

Such a good place to eat. Great food and excellent service. Gluten free pasta option is a bonus

Corentin

Great place, warm. Very good gluten free option with no cross contamination.

Jeremiah Perkins

Great food... Great atmosphere.... It amazing service! We went here for our first restaurant in Edinburgh and it didn't disappoint! First of all my wife is gluten free and they had a really good GF pizza crust, GF bread for hummus and many many other options. Second, the atmosphere was electric and seemed for of energy! Third, the service was amazing!!! Alexandra deserves a raise! She was awesome! We asked her a question not related to the restaurant (a good bar to go to) and she spent time to ask others about their recommendations! Just great service!!! But seriously if you own this establishment, make sure people like her stay here!

Kirsty

Got gluten free pizza was good but tad expensive!!

Alden Phinney

Amazing brunch with great gluten free and vegetarian options, best cappuccino I've had all year!

Rachel Bond

They were able to adapt any pizza or pasta to gluten free which is fantastic. My husband loved their mussels and their rigatoni was lovely. I also got a gluten free blueberry tart that was out of this world.

Leif Coffield

Food here is just brilliant. I had the Thai red curry. As a coeliac, their gluten free food options are excellent. I was also served by Adarsh who would extremely accommodating and pleasant mannered. Very welcoming on arrival and knowledgable of the gluten free options. (Was too hungry to take a before pic, so here’s the aftermath)

Rachael Bade

Fantastic experience. First time and did not disappoint. I am gluten free as they were so knowledgeable and accommodating. Could not fault service of food. Will definitely be back.

L J Hearn

Antijitos is an all-vegan and gluten-free taco establishment located in the Omni Centre, near Edinburgh Waverley Station and John Lewis. The accommodating, friendly staff ensures a pleasant dining experience. It is situated amidst the trendy Edinburgh Street Food alongside diverse vendors, making it an ideal choice for groups with varied preferences. I opted for the trio of soft tacos, sampling a variety of enticing flavors. Beyond the delicious flavours, the vibrancy of each dish adds an Instagram-worthy allure. The strategic location, coupled with the colorful presentation and diverse menu, renders this taco haven a compelling post-shopping or post-travel retreat. In addition, it's worth noting that the gluten-free nature of the dishes, though not immediately evident, ensures an inclusive dining experience without compromising on taste or quality. This attribute adds an extra layer of appeal for those seeking gluten-free options without sacrificing flavor.

Jonathan Gray

I got the chocolate cake with ice cream. The cake was, frankly, rubbish. Cake was tasteless, I think it was gluten free or vegan or something, but it was lacking/missing something. The vanilla ice cream was the same, tasteless and gritty, not at all smooth and didn't really melt that easy. I think Asda's own ice cream would be better. The chocolate sauce was pretty good though, but that really shouldn't have been the highlight

Dave Tucker

Good place to visit for burgers, excellent choices and tater tots as a side are great. The rear dining space is impressive but very large & only half full on our visit so there was very little atmosphere. They offer gluten free burgers which are good but half the size of the non-GF equivalent.

Roxanne Dinsdale (Author, Finding Escher)

Brilliant guy sorted out our lactose and gluten free option . Never been to five guys, would come again.

matteo saccardi

We have been there for a social work-related dinner. Food arrived quickly, without making anyone wait too long, and it was delicious. I eat gluten free and they were super prepared.

Timothy Hagerty

Stopped by for dinner last night and was very good. The only downside is on the mixed grill platter the serving size is a little small with only one lambchop and one kabob. The food was delicious and though I couldn't have the Naan bread, it looked very good. My wife had the chicken rogan josh, and was very good as well. If gluten free, highly recommend the place for good food. Our waitress Mahima was very nice and super friendly towards our 3 year old.

Charlotte Clark

Friendly service and atmosphere but not suitable for Celiacs.

Quinton Pagel Wood

Really great experience, and the service was amazing. Really great if your Coeliac too! Definitely recommend!

Ian Birnbaum

Some other reviews were incorrect, there are no gluten free options here. The food was good, though!

Ross McMenemy

Delicious dinner, with a good selection of gluten free options, generous portions and sangria!

Isobel Mohr

not super expensive. very homely nice vibe and loads of pasta and pizza options (all pastas can be gluten free but sadly not pizza) + brilliant range of starters. only weird things was one of us didn’t have a knife and when i asked for parmesan on my pasta they took my pasta away and brought it back. super minor but tiny bit bizarre. will be back.

Aneesha Anand

This wonderful wee retro cafe is definitely my favourite. They offer excellent gluten free options including lots of cakes, the best matcha lattes and fantastic food, and the staff are so warm and lovely - always the obvious choice for weekend brunches with my friends/ anyone visiting me. Highly recommend!

Claire Cronin (All Things Dark & Dirty)

This was a lovely little place for food, with gluten free, vegetarian and vegan options available. Food was fresh, hot and delicious and the staff were very friendly. Our lunch was delicious, well worth a visit.