When it comes to eating out, going without gluten can be a minefield, but these Leeds restaurants make it easy as pie… and pizza… and pasta…
Delicious gluten-free food – it’s not too much to ask, is it? Yet endlessly scanning menus in the hope of finding those wondrous little ‘gluten-free’ symbols can sometimes take the shine right off of a special meal. But you don’t need to give up just yet, because Leeds is home to a whole host of restaurants that understand just how important gluten-free dining is. Search no longer, feast your eyes on these.
Ecco Pizzeria
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Fresh, simple and oh-so tasty, Ecco in Headingley takes the joy of the perfect pizza and swaps in a gluten-free base on request. Yep, any pizza on their menu can be made sans gluten with toppings that are flourless too. These guys go the whole hog, but it’s not just a box-ticking exercise.
Every single pizza is made individually with the utmost care, and toppings like provola and roasted potatoes or slow-cooked Moroccan lamb, using seasonal ingredients that really maximise the flavour. Feeling lazy? You’re in luck because they deliver too. The best gluten-free pizza in Leeds? It’s definitely a contender.
What: Neapolitan pizza with some sensational toppings.
Where: 93 Otley Road, Headingley, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS6 3PS.
Book it: eccopizzeria.co.uk
The Oxford Place
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One of the first ports of call for any coeliac diner in Leeds has to be The Oxford Place. As the city’s original 100% gluten-free restaurant, this family-owned eatery takes all of the hassle out of choosing a spot to dine. Gluten-free food, gluten-free menu, gluten-free kitchen – you never even have to mention the g-word in here.
But it’s not just convenience that places it top of the pack, they don’t compromise on flavour either. Confit duck leg, creamy chicken pie and juicy venison burgers – the food is everything you want, but so often can’t have.
What: Guaranteed gluten-free goodness.
Where: Oxford Place, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 3AX.
Book it: theoxfordplace.co.uk
Frydays
Grab those binoculars and join us on a voyage to find something really special. Shh, look over there! Yes, in Roundhay. It’s the lesser-spotted, gluten-free fish dinner! When only a chippy will do, Frydays caters for all types of diners with a wheat-free batter cooked in a separate fryer with separate utensils, so you can banish any worries of cross-contamination.
Some chippies offer this one day a week, but here you can get it whenever you like, which means it can be fryday, every day. Pass the gluten-free vinegar!
What: Fab fish and chips for coeliacs seven days a week!
Where: 100 Street Lane, Roundhay, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS8 2AL.
Find it: frydaysleeds.co.uk
Wildcraft Bakery
Dough can so often be the thorn in a coeliac’s side. Sandwiches, burgers, cakes – all out the window. But then Wildcraft Bakery in Meanwood came along and made it their mission to bring fresh gluten-free baked goods to the people of Leeds. Not a whiff of wheat can be found in their kitchen, which churns out a rotating array of delights every week.
From a full-on veggie breakfast to homemade pies and frittatas, plus brownies, tarts, donuts and everything in between, it’s an endless stream of guilty pleasures made guilt-free.
What: Inventive gluten-free baking.
Where: 6-10 Green Road, Meanwood, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS6 4JP.
Find it: wildcraftbakery.com
Just Grand! Vintage Tearoom
Loaded with sandwiches, cakes, scones and tarts, it’s often easier for Team No Gluten to banish the thought of afternoon tea altogether. But Just Grand! is a tearoom with a difference. Here, you can get a gluten-free version of their popular afternoon tea.
They don’t just remove the offending items, they bake them to suit, so they can be devoured by anyone with an intolerance or allergy. Filled with flowered cake stands and doilies, it’s bang up to date for a tearoom crammed with such ye olde world charm.
What: A cute tearoom with vintage vibes.
Where: 8-9 Grand Arcade, New Briggate, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 6PG.
Book it: just-grand.co.uk
Tharavadu
Think you know Indian food? Think again. Tharavadu is a Leeds powerhouse that churns out authentic Keralan dishes that are a million miles away from the usual bhajis and naans. The menu is jam packed with exciting, gluten-free grub – all clearly marked and ready to dive into.
Kick it off with their pancake-like dosas, filled with your choice of chicken, veg or traditional spiced potatoes. These tasty blighters are made with rice and lentils, so you’re safe to stuff your face with as many as you can handle. After that, take a deep dip into one of Leeds’ most tempting menus.
What: Next-level, critically acclaimed Keralan cuisine.
Where: 7-8 Mill Hill, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 5DQ.
Book it: tharavadurestaurants.com
Salvo’s
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Nobody wants to sacrifice the flavour with the gluten, which is why Salvo’s is leading the way when it comes to awesome-sauce Italian eating. This isn’t just good gluten-free food, it’s good food – end of. Grab your gluten-free menu (same size as the main menu, bonus) and cast your eyes over all manner of starters, pastas, pizzas and mains.
You’ll find old friends like risotto and Napoletana pizza alongside a medley of new delights – slow roast lamb shoulder, perhaps? It’s all here, free-from gluten, where all your Italian dining dreams come true.
What: A Leeds legend still doing Italian food with finesse.
Where: 115 Otley Road, Headingley, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS6 3PX.
Book it: salvos.co.uk
Bundobust
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Sharing is caring, so if you’re after a Leeds restaurant that’ll dish up all types of tasty gluten-free food for you and your mates, put Bundobust on your list. Street food in style with the bonus of a roof over your head, this trendy Indian has lots of options.
Everything is dished up in small bowls, so you can alternate between fragrant lentil tarka dhal, paneer and mushroom tikka or the epic Gobi Manchurian. And those addictive okra fries are made with chickpea batter, so no worries there either. We said this is a good spot for sharing, but you might want to keep those all to yourself.
What: Game-changing Indian veggie street food and beer.
Where: 6 Mill Hill, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 5DQ.
Book it: bundobust.com
Bibis Italianissimo
Atmosphere is king at Bibis, which has been catering to the Leeds masses ever since 1974. And we mean masses, as this family-owned Italian is flippin’ huge. Art deco furnishings and glittering chandeliers give your meal a burst of class, while the gluten-free adaptable dishes add wondrous choice into the equation.
Grilled boneless half chicken with roasted potatoes, butterfly king prawns with tangy lime and coconut sauce, Angus beef in red wine sauce – all gluten free. Most of their pasta dishes can be made so on request too. Want extra pizzazz? Book on a Thursday, Friday or Sunday and you’ll get the bonus of live music.
What: A big and bold Leeds Italian classic.
Where: Criterion Place, Sovereign Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 4AG.
Book it: bibisrestaurant.com
La Cafetiere
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Right on the corner of Woodhouse Moor, you’ll find this charming little cafe, packed with students, families and anyone with a taste for high quality Middle Eastern fare. Its popularity is testament to the tasty food, much of which can be made gluten-free.
Ranging from popular breakfast shakshuka to hearty mixed grill mains, the choice can be a little overwhelming. But friendly staff are happy to talk you through what can be adapted. Whatever you choose, get one of those fresh fruit smoothies to wash it all down.
What: A modest Middle Eastern cafe that punches above its weight.
Where: 6 The Crescent, Hyde Park, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS6 2NW.
Book it: la-cafetiere.co.uk
Pieminster
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That darned flaky pastry means the humble pie is usually a prime nemesis for anyone looking to swerve gluten. But not anymore. Pieminster has come to the rescue and now serves up three of their favourite pies in gorgeous, gluten-free fashion, along with some gluten-shy starters and beer.
Beef and ale, chicken and ham and cheese potato and leek – your favourites are all here. And that pastry? Not a speck of gluten in sight – everything is rolled to perfection in a separate kitchen to avoid cross contamination. It’s even won awards. Nemesis no longer.
What: Pies, glorious pies.
Where: 15-17 Duncan Street, Leeds, Yorkshire, LS1 6DQ.
Book it: pieminister.co.uk
Cosy Club
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If the idea of being handed your very own gluten-free menu filled with sharing platters, tapas and all types of mains fills you with joy, Cosy Club is about to give you a serious case of the warm and fuzzies. The variety on offer here is stonkingly good, ranging from butter-roasted Spanish chicken to pan-fried sea bream.
But, wait, what’s that on the breakfast menu? Yes! An epic chorizo hash with twice-cooked potatoes, Aleppo chilli and pink pickled onions, mega. With food served until 10pm, plus comfy sofas and quirky decor, it’s a prime time retreat.
What: All-day dining with lovely staff.
Where: 53 Albion Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 5AA.
Book it: cosyclub.co.uk
Fazenda
Holy meat sweats, make sure you’ve got an elastic waistband for this one. It may not be your first thought when looking for gluten-free food in Leeds, but this Brazilian steakhouse is about to turn all your scruples into scrumptious meat cuts. Beef tenderloin, spicy chorizo, lamb cutlets – all this and more will be served fresh at your table when your card is flipped to green.
Need a break? Turn the card over to red and pay a visit to the dizzying selection of goodies at the salad bar instead. Everything’s clearly labelled with allergens.
What: Copious amounts of beautifully prepared meat.
Where: Waterman’s Place, Granary Wharf, Leeds, West Yorkshire, Leeds, LS1 4GL.
Book it: fazenda.co.uk
Pho
Trinity Kitchen’s Pho might serve up some of the tastiest Vietnamese food in the city, but did you know that nearly the entire menu is free of gluten? That’s right, as credited by Coeliac UK, this eatery is a must-visit if you’re on the hunt for some gluten free goodness in Leeds.
Start your feast off with crispy chicken wings seasoned with tangy sriracha, or pork and lemongrass meatballs served with lettuce and herbs to wrap and dip. It’s only right to choose a curry noodle soup to follow, where classic Vietnamese curries are married with steaming, fragrant bowls of noodle broth.
What: Slurpable Vietnamese pho and curries.
Where: Trinity Kitchen, Trinity Leeds, 27 Albion Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 5AT.
Book it: phocafe.co.uk
Estabulo Rodizio
Another meaty marvel that gives gluten-free dining a good name is this barbecue restaurant in Leeds. At Estabulo the focus is on the flame-grilled skewers of meat that wing their way to your table, but they haven’t forgotten coeliac diners.
In between unlimited cuts of delicious meat, you can gorge on endless hot sides and veggies, a buffet full of fresh salads and wash it all down with gluten-free beer. The real question is – is it acceptable to eat 50 chicken thighs in a single sitting? We say yes.
What: Get ready for a meat experience.
Where: The Light, 22 The Headrow, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 8TL.
Book it: estabulo.co.uk
Mowgli
Mowgli serves up all sorts of authentic Indian street food joy, and there’s no need for gluten-free mouths to miss out. They have a dedicated gf menu, so you don’t have to scour each dish looking for those telltale symbols. Dine on fresh and bright ginger chicken, a deeply rich lamb curry or tea-steeped chickpeas.
Not sure what to get? Grab a gluten-free tiffin box for one and let Lady Luck decide what you get – you’ll be presented with four tiers of meat, veg and carbs as chosen by the chef. If you’re vegan, you still have a choice of four different dishes to wolf down!
What: Nisha Katona’s Indian street food destination.
Where: 32 Boar Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 5DA.
Book it: mowglistreetfood.com
Blue Sakura
All you can eat gluten-free sushi? Sign us up! Sit down and use the tablet on your table – there’s a whole two-page menu sans gluten waiting for you. We’re talking everything from pops of edamame joy to fresh salmon and avocado hand rolls. If raw fish is your bag, you can feast on finely sliced sashimi and noshable nigiri to your heart’s content – just keep ordering!
Prefer your fish and meat cooked to absolute perfection? There are dishes from the teppanyaki, the grill and the wok to savour, including spicy mussels, sweet & sour chicken and lao gan ma beef.
What: The ever-popular all-you-can-eat sushi hotspot.
Where: 2-3 Merrion Way, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 8BT.
Book it: bluesakura.co.uk
Browns
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Browns is something of a Leeds institution. Elegant and atmospheric, it’s housed in a magnificent former bank – think high ceilings, a grand piano and velvet booths. When it comes to the gluten-free menu, they’ve gone all out. They’ve got breakfast, mains, desserts, even afternoon tea covered.
The menu’s so good, it’s been accredited by Coeliac UK, so you know you’re in safe hands. Munch on pan-seared scallops with cauliflower puree and parmesan to start, roast cod with heritage potatoes for main and a chocolate brownie to finish.
What: Classy brasserie fare.
Where: The Light, 70-72 The Headrow, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 8EQ.
Book it: browns-restaurants.co.uk
Franco Manca
Franco Manca whip up some of the best pizza in the city, and you can get any base swapped for a gluten-free one – just ask your server. On the menu you’ll find eight options, no names, just numbers. It spans simplicity itself and creative combos in one fell swoop.
Try the no.2, a classic mozzarella on tomato affair, or no.7, which sees your base topped with lightly smoked spicy salami, British mozzarella, caramelised red onions, house-made chilli oil and fresh basil. Yummy! If you’re dodging dough altogether, they have a couple of superb salads too.
What: Some of the loveliest pizza in Leeds, with gluten-free options.
Where: 1 Trinity Street, Trinity Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 6AP.
Book it: francomanca.co.uk
Casa Leeds
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The days of questioning whether a delicious-looking menu of tapas is gluten-free are no more. Casa Leeds have put a Latin American spin on traditional tapas and made it all 100% gluten-free too. You’ll find all manner of Columbian and Mexican small plates on the menu, like beef empanadas, soft tacos topped with seafood and fried green plantain with crispy pork crackling – no gluten in sight.
Tempted? There’s more. Their larger ‘not-tapas’ plates give you a taste of authentic South American home-cooking from as far as Peru and Venezuela. The Lomo Saltado is a Peruvian staple, while the Solomillo Chimichurri is a meal in gluten-free heaven.
What: Top tapas that’s gluten-free all the way.
Where: 6 Grand Arcade, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 6PG.
Book it: casa-leeds.com
Brasserie Blanc
French dining has been made possible for gluten-free diners in Leeds at Brasserie Blanc. They’ve put together a dedicated menu comprised of all their gluten and dairy-free dishes, giving you plenty of delicious choice. First, the nibbles – gluten-free bread and dips or rustica olives, followed by smoked chalkstream trout.
For the main course, you can dig into the likes of chateaubriand steak, roasted celeriac fondant or gigolette de poulet with celeriac mash Finish off with pistachio soufflé and you’ve got a dining experience that makes eating gluten-free easy.
What: French brasserie vibes.
Where: 4 Victoria Mill, The Embankment, Sovereign Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 4BJ.
Book it: brasserieblanc.com
