Edinburgh, the capital city of Scotland and host of annual Fringe festival, is known for its rich history, stunning architecture, and vibrant cultural scene. When it comes to gluten-free food, Edinburgh offers a good range of options to cater to celiacs.
💯 Tupiniquim
Green Police Box, Lauriston Place, Edinburgh EH3 9AU, United Kingdom
https://maps.app.goo.gl/nQrdKqWLZdxMtx246
This little stand that offers sweet and savory crepes is a must visit on your trip to Edinburgh. It’s just a few steps from George Square Gardens and it saved our life during the busy Fringe. All the crepes are 100% gluten free. The owner’s child has celiac dissease so the parents decided to make all the crepes safe for them.
Celiac plus points: Everything is 100% GF, the owners have a celiac in the family.
We tried: Several different sweet and savory crepes
Bread Meats Bread
90-92 Lothian Rd, Edinburgh EH3 9BE, United Kingdom
https://maps.app.goo.gl/4x2Yen5kjNCisxfM7
Lots of options for big gluten free burgers and loaded fries. They have separate fryers and gluten-free buns and are knowledgeable about celiac dissease and cross contamination.
Celiac plus points: Separate fryers and knowledgeable about cross contamination.
💯 Sugar Daddy’s Bakery
8 Roseneath St, Marchmont Cres, Edinburgh EH9 1JH, United Kingdom
https://maps.app.goo.gl/5w7VrrHV5RKR4JuJ8
Sweet little 100% GF bakery close to the park, so during a nice day you can enjoy savory and sweet treats on a bench, people-watching.
Celiac plus points: 100% GF
We tried: Several cookies, pies, doughnuts, stuffed savory pastries
Hau Han
88 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5LQ, United Kingdom
https://maps.app.goo.gl/JY4wnbQeX1cYXdX27
Tasty Chinese food with many GF options on their menu. Food is prepared separately and fried in a separate fryer. After a busy day we ordered a takeaway and it was exactly what we needed.
Celiac plus points: The staff is very knowledgeable about cross contamination, uses separate area for GF food and a separate fryer.
L’Etoile Salon de Tea
44 West Port, Edinburgh EH1 2LD, United Kingdom
https://maps.app.goo.gl/p885ad5GfPb6WF4h9
Great busy French cafe under the Edinburgh castle. We were lucky enough to get a table for late lunch without a reservation and then we had to return back for more. They have many GF options and delicious deserts. They’re very knowledgeable acout celiac dissease and cross contamination. Even the chef came to our table to talk to us.
Celiac plus points: Staff is very knowledgeable about GF and cross contamination.
We tried: Toasties, salad, soup, various deserts
SEN Vietnamese Dining
41 W Nicolson St, Newington, Edinburgh EH8 9DB, United Kingdom
https://maps.app.goo.gl/5fQYo4gkrrwE3HHWA
Small authentic Vietnamese restaurant with great gluten free options. The staff is really knowledgeable about celiac dissease and helpful in choosing the right dish.
Celiac plus points: Staff knowledgeable about cross contamination.
We tried: Fresh summer rolls, Confit duck curry, Pho, Desserts
Frites
63 Lothian Rd, Edinburgh EH1 2DJ, United Kingdom
https://maps.app.goo.gl/zWgUpCXmXtvAoUXr5
Simple as the name suggests – it’s french fries / chips with toppings in a paper cone. All the fryers are only for the fries, so they’re all gluten free, and you can choose from several GF toppings.
Celiac plust points: Fries are gluten free fried in dedicated fryers.
