Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH2 4JS
- gluten-free menu
- coeliac catering
- staff allergen awareness
- vegan options
Reviewers focus heavily on the gluten-free offering, repeatedly describing a full, extensive gluten-free menu with plenty of options rather than limited substitutions, spanning breakfast, afternoon tea and dinner. Several people identifying as coeliac say their needs were acknowledged on arrival and clearly understood, and many single out staff as allergy-aware, attentive and happy to talk dietary requirements through. A handful also mention enjoying vegan and vegetarian dishes such as a vegan risotto and a vegan breakfast. A couple of notes were less positive about specific gluten-free dishes, including a chicken burger described as bland.
Allergen details for Browns Restaurant & Bar →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH2 2PF
- gluten-free menu
- gluten-free options
- staff allergen checks
- gluten intolerance
- vegan options
Reviewers focus heavily on gluten-free dining here, repeatedly mentioning a dedicated gluten-free menu and a good range of gluten-free options. Several diners with gluten intolerance or general allergies note that staff were friendly and willing to check requirements with the chef or manager before ordering. Vegan experiences are more mixed, with one diner welcoming clearly highlighted vegan options while another found the vegan choice limited.
Allergen details for Hard Rock Cafe →Pub/bar/nightclub · EH4 6DY
- gluten-free menu
- coeliac accommodation
- egg allergy
- staff allergen checks
- gluten-free beer
- environmental/pollen allergy
Reviewers focus heavily on the free-from experience, with several mentioning a dedicated gluten-free menu that they found made ordering straightforward. Multiple diners with coeliac disease and specific allergies (including an egg allergy) describe staff double-checking menu items, letting them read through ingredients themselves, and on one occasion sourcing a gluten-free beer. Comments repeatedly highlight named waiting staff being thorough and accommodating when talking allergens through. One reviewer also noted seasonal rape seed pollen and a frequently-open door as a comfort issue for environmental allergies.
Allergen details for Miller & Carter Cramond Brig →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH10 4RE
- gluten-free pizza & dough balls
- vegan menu options
- staff accommodating allergies
- gluten-free vegan option
- allergen requests taken seriously
Reviewers focus heavily on the gluten-free range, with repeated mentions of gluten-free pizza, dough balls and a base available on almost everything, and several note staff took the gluten-free request seriously. There's also frequent discussion of a vegan menu, including vegan pizzas and a gluten-free vegan option. A number of diners describe staff as accommodating with allergies and happy to cater for specific allergy requirements.
Allergen details for PizzaExpress →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH2 4QS
- gluten-free pizza bases
- vegan and vegetarian options
- coeliac accommodation
- staff allergen knowledge
- allergy checks by servers
Reviewers frequently discuss gluten-free options, with several mentioning gluten-free pizza bases and a wider gluten-free choice, though one felt the gluten-free pizza was small and lacked flavour. Vegan and vegetarian offerings come up often and are described warmly, including the vegan mezze and giardiniera pizzas. Coeliac diners say staff showed good allergen understanding and were accommodating, and others note that servers happily checked and helped with food restrictions and allergies.
Allergen details for PizzaExpress →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH6 6JJ
- gluten-free menu
- coeliac awareness
- staff allergen knowledge
- vegan options
Reviewers frequently discuss the free-from offering, with several noting a gluten-free pizza range and saying staff knew about coeliac requirements. A number praise the allergen awareness and willingness to accommodate gluten-free needs, and many highlight a strong choice of vegan options. One reviewer mentions gluten-free choices being available for vegetarians and vegans too.
Allergen details for PizzaExpress →Takeaway/sandwich shop · EH15 3RD
- gluten-free options
- gluten-free pizza
- dairy intolerance
- vegan options
- staff allergen handling
- allergy accommodation (sauce on the side)
Reviewers frequently mention a good range of gluten-free choices, including gluten-free pizzas, with several saying it was important for their group. Diners who are both gluten and dairy intolerant note they felt comfortable finding something to eat, and one describes a child's allergies being handled by serving the sauce on the side. Vegan options also come up repeatedly and are described warmly, and reviewers more than once mention friendly, attentive staff around their dietary needs.
Allergen details for PizzaExpress →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH1 2JL
- gluten-free base & dough balls
- vegan/vegetarian options
- staff allergen knowledge
- coeliac options
- wheat & dairy allergies
- low-FODMAP tomato base
Reviewers focus heavily on the free-from offering, with many noting a dedicated gluten-free pizza base and gluten-free dough balls, and one mentioning that roughly a third of the pizzas can be made gluten-free. Vegan diners repeatedly highlight a wide vegan and vegetarian menu, including a vegan sausage. Several reviewers say staff were knowledgeable and happy to talk allergens through — checking individual ingredients, accommodating combined wheat and dairy allergies, and even noting a low-FODMAP-friendly tomato base with no onion or garlic. A couple of comments mention coeliac-specific options being readily available, and one flags the gluten-free base as a touch small.
Allergen details for PizzaExpress →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH8 9DH
- gluten-free options
- vegan options
Reviewers focus on the free-from side, with several mentioning gluten-free options alongside breakfast and cafe fare. Vegan choices come up repeatedly and are described as plentiful and enjoyable, with one diner noting a window sign that flagged vegan availability. Comments centre on the range of gluten-free and vegan options rather than any specifics on cross-contamination or allergen handling.
Allergen details for 1505 Cafe →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH1 1NB
- gluten-free base
- separate oven/cooking area
- staff accommodation
- vegan options
- vegan cheese
Reviewers focus mostly on the gluten-free offering, describing a dedicated gluten-free pizza base that several say was cooked in a completely separate oven or area, with one diner noting staff arranged this so it could be used alongside dips. Others single out the gluten-free base as among the best they'd had, and mention staff being friendly and willing to accommodate. On the plant-based side, several reviewers highlight vegan pizza and vegan cheese options as part of a menu that includes vegetarian and vegan choices.
Allergen details for 3 Blind Mice →Pub/bar/nightclub · EH8 9JP
- gluten-free options
- gluten-free bread
- vegan and vegetarian choices
- limited dietary range
Several reviewers highlight the gluten-free offering, with mentions of gluten-free bread and options and one calling the venue "fantastic for gluten free". Vegetarian and vegan choices come up too, including a vegan falafel burger. One reviewer, however, felt the range of dietary options was fairly limited, so accounts of the free-from selection are mixed.
Allergen details for 56 North →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH1 3NH
- gluten-free options
- coeliac awareness
- staff allergen knowledge
- cross-contamination separation
- gluten-free bread
- vegan options
Several reviewers focus on the gluten-free experience, noting that many kebabs, sides and mezze are naturally gluten-free and that there's a dedicated vegetarian/gluten-free menu section. Diners describe the chef as well informed about gluten-free and coeliac diets, with gluten-free bread offered and, in one case, gluten-free items separated from a mixed kebab and served on the side to avoid mixing. Others mention explaining their allergies and finding staff happy to accommodate, and one reviewer highlights plentiful vegan options.
Allergen details for Ada →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH10 4QL
- gluten-free menu options
- coeliac accommodation
- separate fryer for chips
- dairy-free options
- vegan and vegetarian options
- staff allergen awareness
Reviewers focus heavily on the gluten-free offering, noting that much of the menu is gluten-free or can be made so, and several mention staff accommodating gluten-free and coeliac needs, including an offer to start a separate fryer for chips. Dairy needs come up too, with diners saying staff put cheese on the side for a dairy-intolerant child and offered a dairy-free cheese option, and vegetarian and vegan choices are mentioned. A few reviewers describe staff as happy to work around allergies, and one flags that the fish taco batter is not gluten-free, advising those with a severe gluten intolerance to choose the fajita filling instead.
Allergen details for Alaburrito →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH6 6LA
- vegan options
- vegetarian options
- gluten-free availability unclear
Reviewers most often highlight the vegan and vegetarian options, which come up repeatedly and are described as a genuine part of the regularly-changing menu rather than an afterthought. One diner asking about coeliac disease noted they were unsure whether gluten-free options were available and could not get through by phone to check. There is no discussion of cross-contamination handling or staff allergen knowledge in the excerpts.
Allergen details for Alby's →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH3 9WJ
- coeliac and gluten-free
- staff allergen knowledge
- vegan and vegetarian options
- catering for dietary requirements
Reviewers focus heavily on staff allergen awareness, naming several team members who took the time to talk allergies through and made a diner with coeliac disease feel comfortable. Multiple mentions describe a menu that caters for gluten-free and gluten-intolerant diners, with staff praised as helpful and attentive on this front. Several reviewers also discuss vegan and vegetarian options and found a good variety, though one noted the vegan choices had been reduced. A few comments describe the menu more broadly as catering for a range of dietary requirements and allergies.
Allergen details for All Bar One →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH2 2AF
- gluten-free menu
- gluten-free pasta and pizza bases
- vegan menu and cheese
- dairy/lactose substitutions
- coeliac staff knowledge
- nut allergy accommodation
Reviewers talk extensively about an extensive gluten-free menu, with both pasta and pizza bases available gluten-free, alongside a separate vegan menu and vegan cheese that several lactose-intolerant diners say they were offered as a substitute. Many mention staff being helpful and knowledgeable when talking through allergens, including coeliac and nut allergies, though some note cross-contamination concerns as there is no separate kitchen or oven and pizzas are prepared in the same area as standard ones. A few comment on the gluten-free pasta texture and a surcharge on gluten-free pizza bases, and one diner reported their allergy was not handled well on the day.
Allergen details for Amarone →Pub/bar/nightclub · EH2 3HT
- staff allergen knowledge
- vegan options
- gluten-free alternatives
Reviewers focus on staff handling of allergies, with several noting team members were accommodating and knowledgeable when talking through allergy needs and taking care over cleanliness. Vegan options come up repeatedly, alongside mentions of gluten-free alternatives being available, though one reviewer felt the vegan dishes could be improved and another noted the single vegan option had sold out with no alternative offered.
Allergen details for Amber Rose →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH1 1PW
- staff allergen knowledge
- mustard allergy
- garlic intolerance
- gluten-free desserts
- vegan and vegetarian options
Several reviewers focus on how staff handled specific dietary needs, describing waiting staff who worked around a mustard allergy and flagged that a dish's taste might change, and who were careful to steer a garlic-intolerant diner away from unsuitable plates. Others mention being looked after with a wider range of allergies, and one reviewer singles out the gluten-free desserts. Vegetarian and vegan provision draws mixed comment — one diner calls the options phenomenal while another found the choice very limited.
Allergen details for Angels With Bagpipes →Takeaway/sandwich shop · EH1 3AU
- gluten-free options
- coeliac diners
- dedicated gluten-free/vegan vendor
- vegan and vegetarian choice
- dairy-free dessert
- allergen/dietary labelling
Reviewers frequently highlight a wide choice of gluten-free options across the food hall's many vendors, with several coeliac diners saying they were pleased with the range and glad of the gluten-free signage. One Mexican/taco vendor is repeatedly described as an entirely gluten-free and vegan kitchen, and vegan and vegetarian dishes are noted throughout, with a dairy-free dessert mentioned too. A couple of reviewers felt the gluten-free choice was limited at certain individual stalls, while others mention friendly, helpful staff and dietary and allergen labelling on the menus.
Allergen details for Antojitos →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH6 5JD
- dedicated gluten-free menu
- gluten-free bread
- dairy-free / oat milk options
- separate fryers
- cross-contamination awareness
- bespoke allergy menus
Many reviewers focus on the free-from offering, describing a dedicated gluten-free menu that several say closely replicates the regular dishes rather than just removing items, along with well-regarded gluten-free bread. Dairy-free diners mention alternatives such as oat milk, and one coeliac reviewer notes separate fryers and what they describe as a strong understanding of allergens and cross-contamination. Several others highlight bespoke menus made for specific allergies (sometimes with advance notice) and vegan options including a vegan roast, with staff repeatedly described as accommodating and willing to talk dietary needs through.
Allergen details for Ardfern →Takeaway/sandwich shop · EH7 5DN
- gluten-free bakes and cakes
- gluten-free food well tolerated
- vegan and vegetarian options
- friendly staff
Several reviewers focus on the free-from offering, with mentions of gluten-free food including cake and brownies that one diner described as the best-tasting gluten-free cake they'd had. One gluten-free customer noted the food they ordered didn't make them unwell and said they would return. Others highlight a good range of vegan and veggie options, and staff are repeatedly described as friendly.
Allergen details for Art and Vintage →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH1 3RJ
- non-dairy milks
- vegan pastries
- gluten-free vegan cake requested
- lactose intolerance / soy surcharge
Reviewers focus mostly on plant-based options: several mention non-dairy milks being offered and praise vegan pastries such as a hazelnut crème croissant and vegan cinnamon rolls, though one wished for a wider range of vegan baked items. A couple of diners note gaps too — one would like a gluten-free vegan cake to be added, and a lactose-intolerant reviewer mentions paying extra for soy milk. One reviewer refers more generally to enjoying the venue despite having food allergies and special diets.
Allergen details for ARTISAN ROAST →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH6 5HB
- gluten-free options
- gluten-free bakes
- vegan options
- vegan brunch dishes
- friendly staff
Reviewers regularly mention the gluten-free and vegan choices here, with gluten-free brownies with salted caramel singled out and several noting that gluten-free and vegan options are usually available. Vegan diners describe a decent spread, including a hummus plate with homemade hummus and bread, soup, and a rotating vegan dish of the day. Staff are repeatedly described as friendly.
Allergen details for Artisan Roast Circular Coffee →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH2 4RG
- gluten-free menu
- coeliac options
- allergy menu and staff knowledge
- peanut and nut allergy precautions
- dairy-free and vegan options
- gluten-free plate stickers
Reviewers focus heavily on the free-from offering, repeatedly describing a clear gluten-free menu with several pasta and pizza options and noting that staff ask about intolerances on arrival and provide an allergen-adapted menu. Coeliac diners and those with serious peanut and nut allergies mention staff talking dishes through and taking extra precautions, with several referencing an allergy menu and an allergy manager, plus gluten-free stickers placed on plates. Dairy-free and vegan choices also come up often, including vegan pizza, cheese and desserts. Overall the excerpts centre on attentive allergen-aware service and a wide free-from selection.
Allergen details for ASK Italian Restaurant →Pub/bar/nightclub · EH2 2NN
- gluten-free options
- gluten-free bread
- gluten-free beer
- staff allergen awareness
- cross-contamination
- asked about allergies
Reviewers focus heavily on the gluten-free offering, with several noting plenty of gluten-free options, gluten-free bread served at no extra charge, swappable burger buns, a brownie and even a gluten-free beer brought in. Some describe staff actively assessing them for gluten-free choices and one person with a severe allergy says the team made the kitchen aware and worked to avoid cross-contamination. Others mention being asked about allergies before ordering, and a vegan/vegetarian selection including options on the Sunday roast is also discussed.
Allergen details for Auld Hundred →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH3 9LJ
- vegan cheese
- vegan platter
- vegan options for groups
- cashew/truffle cheeses
Reviewers focus heavily on the vegan offering, with several singling out the vegan cheese board and cashew cheeses — the truffled one drew particular praise — alongside a vegan platter served with sourdough, fruit, nuts and pickled bits. Others mention that vegan and vegetarian options were laid on well for group bookings and parties, with one noting a vegan friend was catered for as part of a mixed spread. Comments describe generous portions and staff who accommodated dietary needs.
Allergen details for A Wee Taste →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH3 9JU
- vegan baked goods
- vegan options availability
- vegan bread
- friendly staff
Reviewers focus heavily on the vegan baked goods, repeatedly praising the vegan cinnamon rolls/buns, babka and bagels, with several saying the vegan options are among the best they've had. Many note there are always plant-based bakes available alongside the regular range, and the home-baked vegan bread gets a specific mention. Staff come up often as friendly and welcoming when describing the vegan offering.
Allergen details for Babka →Takeaway/sandwich shop · EH15 1EU
- vegan options
- dairy-free options
Reviewers repeatedly highlight a wide range of vegan options across the bakery's pastries, buns, cookies, sandwiches and hot drinks, with one describing it as hard to choose between them. One reviewer specifically calls out the choice for vegans and dairy-free folks. Staff are frequently described as friendly, though comments focus on the breadth of plant-based and dairy-free baked goods rather than allergen handling.
Allergen details for Babyfaced Baker →Pub/bar/nightclub · EH2 3HT
- gluten-free menu options
- vegan dishes
- dairy-free accommodation
- staff allergen knowledge
- catering to citrus allergy
Reviewers frequently discuss gluten-free options, with several noting dishes like fish and chips and sticky toffee pudding made gluten-free, and staff described as knowledgeable about which items are gluten-free or can be modified. Multiple diners highlight dairy-free and vegan accommodations, praising a vegan pasta with vegan feta and staff who explained ingredients in detail. Others mention being asked about food allergies and a bartender willing to mix a fresh cocktail around a citrus allergy. Comments also reference gluten-free dairy-free requests being accommodated.
Allergen details for Badger & Co →Takeaway/sandwich shop · EH8 9BZ
- vegan options
- dairy-free / lactose intolerance
- staff accommodating requests
- vegetarian-friendly
Reviewers focus on the strong vegan offering, noting vegan options across the wraps, paninis and baguettes and describing them as fresh and tasty. One diner mentions being lactose intolerant and says staff were happy to prepare a wrap without cheese, and several reviewers describe the staff as friendly and accommodating. The venue is also described as vegetarian-friendly.
Allergen details for BaGet Stuffed →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH2 4AD
- staff allergen awareness
- gluten-free options
- coeliac catering
- vegan options
- multiple dietary needs catered
Reviewers focus on how staff handle allergies, repeatedly noting that the team asked about allergies up front, took them seriously and helped pick suitable dishes. Several mention catering for a range of dietary needs in one visit — coeliac, vegan and vegetarian alongside regular menus — and one reviewer points to gluten-free food being available. Vegan diners single out the vegan burger and overall vegan choices as a highlight.
Allergen details for Bar + Block Steakhouse →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH3 9BE
- gluten-free options
- gluten-free desserts
- vegan options
- dedicated vegan menu
- staff allergen attentiveness
Reviewers focus heavily on the gluten-free offering, describing plentiful gluten-free options including what one calls an extensive gluten-free dessert menu, with staff repeatedly noted as friendly and helpful around gluten-free choices. Several also highlight vegan options, with mentions of a dedicated vegan menu, alongside requests for a vegan dessert. A few reviewers add that staff were attentive when it came to allergies more generally.
Allergen details for Bar Italia →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH2 1EE
- dairy-free
- general allergy care
- gluten-free choice
- vegan and vegetarian options
Reviewers focus on the venue's free-from handling, with several noting staff accommodated dairy-free requests and were attentive to a child's food allergies. There are mentions of good choice on a gluten-free diet, and diners highlight the vegan and vegetarian options. Comments describe staff as careful and willing to work around dietary needs.
Allergen details for Bar Napoli →Pub/bar/nightclub · EH1 3RJ
- gluten-free options
- allergen-friendly accommodation
- plant-based/vegan dishes
- staff helpfulness
Reviewers note that gluten-free options were available, with one mentioning a decent meal even on a very busy night. One diner thanks staff for accommodating allergen-friendly food, and others highlight plant-based choices such as the Macsween's vegan haggis and a plant-based Haggis Wellington, which a vegetarian in the group praised. Staff are repeatedly described as friendly and willing to help.
Allergen details for Barony Bar →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH6 6RA
- nut-free kitchen
- gluten-free options
- dairy-free options
- coeliac gluten-free dishes
- cross-contamination clean-down
- staff allergen knowledge
Reviewers focus heavily on the free-from experience, noting the kitchen is nut-free (one chef has a nut allergy, so dishes like romesco are made with pumpkin seeds instead) and that most of the menu can be made gluten-free. Dairy-free diners say staff went out of their way to sort their options, and a coeliac reviewer was pleased to find gluten-free fish cakes. Several mention careful handling of allergies more broadly, including one reviewer who described the kitchen cleaning down before preparing their food due to a shellfish allergy, and staff being happy to talk allergens through and offer alternatives.
Allergen details for Barry Fish →Takeaway/sandwich shop · EH2 4QS
- dairy-free options
- vegan gelato (not just sorbet)
- egg-free
- coeliac cross-contamination handling
- milk allergy
- staff allergen awareness
Reviewers focus heavily on the dairy-free and vegan choices, with several noting a proper dairy-free/vegan gelato rather than just fruit sorbets, and flavours such as vegan dark chocolate, hazelnut and coconut coming up repeatedly. One reviewer describing their coeliac child says staff explained the options on disclosure and fetched a fresh scoop to avoid cross-contamination, and another mentions egg-free ice creams. A diner allergic to milk and others wanting vegan options both highlight the range, and staff are widely described as friendly and happy to talk through flavours.
Allergen details for Basement Gelato Co →Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house · EH3 7RY
- gluten-free breakfast
- coeliac catering
- vegan and vegetarian options
- dairy avoidance
- staff handling dietary needs
Reviewers focus on the gluten-free and coeliac breakfast offering, with several saying the hotel catered for a coeliac diner and a gluten intolerance, providing a full gluten-free breakfast each morning and a wide selection of choices. Others mention vegan and vegetarian cooked breakfast options, including vegan haggis, alongside a cooked breakfast made to order. One diner with a dairy preference describes asking for toast with spread rather than butter. Comments note that staff catered for allergies and dietary needs and were described as helpful.
Allergen details for B & B Edinburgh →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH8 9BU
- gluten-free bread and menu
- vegan and dairy-free options
- vegetarian and vegan menu labelling
- staff and chef allergen engagement
- coeliac mentions
Reviewers frequently discuss the free-from offering, with several mentioning gluten-free bread served with the dips and gluten-free diets being well catered for. Dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan options come up repeatedly, alongside clear vegan and vegetarian labelling on the menu and a mention of vegan ice cream. Staff allergen engagement is a recurring theme: diners describe being asked about allergies, the chef coming out to talk things through, a custom menu being made, and questions about how a dairy allergy affects them. One reviewer notes the kitchen took care to keep all their food gluten free.
Allergen details for Beirut →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH1 1QN
- gluten-free menu range
- staff allergen knowledge
- coeliac handling
- dairy-free options
- nut allergy catering
- vegan options
Reviewers focus heavily on the gluten-free offering, describing a large gluten-free selection including pizza, pasta and desserts, with several noting dishes brought out with gluten-free flags and croutons swapped for gluten-free alternatives. Many comment on staff allergen knowledge — servers and managers checking and double-checking allergies, including for coeliac and nut allergies, and talking diners through the menu. There are also repeated mentions of dairy-free options for a baby and a milk allergy, and a recurring theme of good vegan choices across pizzas, desserts and the kids' menu. A few reviewers note inconsistency between staff on busy visits, such as a gluten-free order being only partly fulfilled.
Allergen details for Bella Italia →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH2 2DL
- gluten-free menu range
- gluten-free desserts
- coeliac options
- staff allergen knowledge
- allergy flagging on dishes
- catering for multiple allergies
Reviewers focus heavily on the gluten-free offering, describing a dedicated range of gluten-free pastas, pizzas and desserts — the gluten-free sticky toffee pudding, brownie and Pomodoro are mentioned repeatedly. Many note that staff ask about allergies on arrival and use flags to mark allergen-free dishes, with several servers singled out as knowledgeable and conscientious in talking coeliac and gluten-free options through. Diners with multiple allergies say their requirements, including for larger groups, were handled with care, though one reviewer found the gluten-free pasta a little al dente.
Allergen details for Bella Italia also t/a Bird Box/ Super Nonna →Takeaway/sandwich shop · EH11 1HW
- gluten-free options
- vegan menu
- allergen menu marking
- staff allergen knowledge
Reviewers frequently highlight the gluten-free choices, with several describing a good or fantastic selection of gluten-free dishes alongside vegetarian options. Vegan diners also feature strongly, mentioning a dedicated vegan menu and specifics like vegan naan. A couple of reviewers note the menu is clearly marked with allergens and say staff were helpful and knowledgeable when guiding them around the options.
Allergen details for Bell Bottom Eatery Indian Restaurant →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH3 8BJ
- gluten-free bagels
- coeliac cross-contamination
- shared toaster / separate oven
- staff allergen awareness
- vegan and vegetarian options
Reviewers focus heavily on the gluten-free bagels, which several say are a rare find and good enough that you wouldn't know they weren't regular. One reviewer with coeliac disease describes raising cross-contamination, and recounts staff explaining that gluten-free bagels are normally toasted in the same toaster as regular ones, then offering to clean the prep area and cook theirs in a separate oven. Others highlight a wide range of vegan and vegetarian options, and reviewers repeatedly mention a warm welcome and staff being willing to talk through dietary needs.
Allergen details for Ben's Bagel →Takeaway/sandwich shop · EH1 1LL
- vegan options
- gluten-free items
- allergen labelling
- coeliac-friendly
- allergy ordering
Reviewers focus heavily on the vegan range, with several describing a wide choice of vegan and vegetarian options both hot and cold, from poke bowls to sushi. A few note gluten-free items are available, though one mentions there are no gluten-free curries. Multiple reviewers highlight that allergens are clearly labelled at the food corners, and one says you can order with an allergy specification, with mentions of the venue being vegan and coeliac friendly.
Allergen details for Bento Express →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH3 9AL
- vegan menu
- vegetarian options
- staff allergen knowledge
- ingredient swaps
- gluten allergy modifications
- peanut allergy clarification
Reviewers focus heavily on the vegan offering, with several noting a separate vegan menu and a good variety of clearly labelled vegetarian and vegan dishes. A number describe staff as knowledgeable about allergens and willing to talk diners through options, including swapping ingredients for an avocado allergy and modifying dishes for a gluten allergy. Others mention staff carefully clarifying what a child with a peanut allergy could eat, and one recounts staff promptly remaking a vegan dish after a mix-up.
Allergen details for Bentoya →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH1 2HE
- gluten-free menu
- separate preparation area
- coeliac accommodation
- vegan options
- shared fryer cross-contamination
- staff allergen knowledge
Most reviewers focus on the gluten-free offering, describing a dedicated GF menu that covers much of the range — including battered fish, onion rings, GF ciders and craft beer — with several noting a separate preparation area in the kitchen. Diners with coeliac disease mention staff being accommodating and knowledgeable about gluten-free needs, and a few highlight that the gluten-free and halal fish is cooked separately. Vegan fish and chips comes up repeatedly, though one reviewer notes staff flagged that vegan options share the same fryer, so cross-contamination is a consideration. Other reviewers mention staff taking care over a shrimp allergy and a garlic intolerance, and one says the dinner menu is nut-free.
Allergen details for Bertie's Restaurant & Bar →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH3 5JP
- gluten-free bakes
- gluten-free lunch options
- vegan options
- accommodating kitchen
- friendly staff
Reviewers focus heavily on the gluten-free offering, with repeated mentions of gluten-free baked goods including carrot cake, scones and cake, plus salads and lunch dishes that accommodated gluten-free needs. Several note vegan options too, including a vegan version of the cooked breakfast, and describe the kitchen as accommodating. Staff come up often as pleasant and friendly when handling these dietary requests.
Allergen details for Betty and George →Takeaway/sandwich shop · EH3 8AG
- gluten-free options
- dairy-free options
- vegan choices
- staff allergen handling
Several reviewers single out the gluten-free and dairy-free options, with one lactose-intolerant regular noting the cakes are often made gluten and/or dairy free. Vegan diners mention a falafel salad and a spinach-falafel sandwich among the plant-based choices, though one felt the vegan range was limited. Others describe staff being helpful when catering for colleagues with allergies.
Allergen details for Bite Me! →Takeaway/sandwich shop · EH16 5BS
- gluten-free options
- vegan options
Several reviewers mention that gluten-free options are regularly available alongside the cakes and baked goods, with one noting the owner always keeps a gluten-free choice on the counter. A couple of reviewers also point to vegan options, including a vegan chocolate orange tray bake. The free-from mentions centre on the bakes and cakes rather than wider allergen handling.
Allergen details for Bits Bake Shop →Pub/bar/nightclub · EH9 1DU
- gluten-free menu
- vegan options
- staff allergen helpfulness
- limited GF main-menu choice
Reviewers focus mainly on gluten-free and vegan provision: several mention being given a dedicated gluten-free menu at breakfast and say staff made a point of finding gluten-free options and checking they were looked after. Vegan diners describe generous vegan breakfasts and a vegan choice on the Sunday roast, with staff happy to put right anything missed. One reviewer notes the gluten-free choice on the main menu is fairly limited, while another with environmental allergies found the room furnishings challenging rather than the food.
Allergen details for Black Ivy →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH3 9JT
- fully vegan / plant-based menu
- gluten-free options
- staff accommodating dietary needs
Reviewers consistently describe this as a fully vegan (100% plant-based) café, with many highlighting the wide range of vegan breakfasts, sandwiches, cakes and pastries on offer. Several also mention gluten-free choices, including gluten-free sandwiches and a gluten-free chocolate millionaire cake. One reviewer notes that while the standard breakfast contains gluten, gluten-free bread is offered and staff were happy to accommodate dietary needs when asked.
Allergen details for Black Rabbit →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH1 3AR
- staff allergen awareness
- nut allergy
- plant-based/vegan milk
- menu guidance for allergies
Reviewers focus on the staff's attentiveness to allergies, noting that team members proactively ask whether you have any allergies before taking an order and help guide menu choices around them. One diner with a nut allergy describes a supervisor explaining everything thoroughly, and another mentions a barista happily remaking a drink with plant-based milk. Comments point to friendly, accommodating service for those flagging dietary needs.
Allergen details for Black Sheep Coffee →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH1 1SB
- ingredient labelling on kiosks
- no gluten-free meal options
- limited vegan savoury options
- oat milk available
- vegan bakery item (contains peanut)
Reviewers focused on free-from provision give a mixed picture. Several note the absence of an ingredient list on the ordering kiosks, with one chickpea-intolerant diner reporting an unexpected reaction after a panini, and another mentions there were no gluten-free sandwiches or meal options. On the plant-based side, oat milk is available and a vegan peanut blondie was praised, though more than one reviewer hoped for additional vegan savoury food in future.
Allergen details for Black Sheep Coffee →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH8 9QR
- dairy allergy
- dairy-free options
- vegan menu
- gluten-free / coeliac options
- advance allergen contact
- chef adapting dishes
Reviewers frequently discuss how the kitchen accommodates dietary needs, with several noting they contacted the restaurant in advance for allergen information. One diner with a dairy allergy describes the chef marking everything on the menu she could have and adding notes on how dishes could be adapted, while a dairy-free guest mentions a senior staff member checking choices through. Others highlight a dedicated vegan menu and a chef willing to turn a vegetarian dish vegan, and a coeliac reviewer is pleased to find gluten-free options, with staff described as attentive to special diets.
Allergen details for Blondes →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH7 5HN
- fully gluten-free menu
- coeliac diners
- staff allergen knowledge
- nut allergy substitution
- cross-contamination
- vegan options
Reviewers focus heavily on the fully gluten-free menu, with many coeliac and gluten-intolerant diners noting they could order anything without discounting half the choices. Several describe staff as friendly and helpful with allergens, and one mentions a nut-containing dish being substituted out on request. Others highlight cross-contamination being discussed, plus plenty of vegan options alongside the gluten-free offering.
Allergen details for Bodega Leith →Pub/bar/nightclub · EH1 3AE
- gluten-free options
- coeliac accommodation
- staff handling allergens
- vegan choices
- limited gluten-free at some stalls
Reviewers discuss a range of free-from experiences across the venue's different eateries. One coeliac diner describes staff swapping out a sausage that contained gluten for extra bacon and praises the gluten-free pancakes, while another simply notes a decent gluten-free choice. Several mention vegan options — a vegan burger and vegan pizza both draw praise, though one reviewer would like more vegan choices. Experiences vary by stall: one diner found gluten-free options limited, with no gluten-free bun, lettuce wrap or pizza crust available.
Allergen details for Bonnie & Wild – Main Bar (Hauf & Howff) →Takeaway/sandwich shop · EH1 2QH
- vegan options
- gluten-free options
- staff accommodating dietary requests
- peanut-free mention
Many reviewers highlight the venue's vegan options, with the vegan poke bowls and Korean and Japanese bowls coming up repeatedly as a draw. Several also note gluten-free choices on the menu, and one reviewer who needed a gluten-free vegan lunch says staff helped with the request without any trouble. A number of comments describe the staff as friendly and willing to add extras or talk options through, and one reviewer mentions the place being peanut-free.
Allergen details for Bowls →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH3 9BH
- vegan options
- gluten-free choices
- allergy accommodation
- staff helpfulness
Reviewers most often single out the vegan breakfast, with many calling it delicious, fresh and well-portioned, and several note that vegetarian options sit alongside it on the menu. One reviewer mentions good gluten-free choices including GF bread used for avocado toast, and another says staff will accommodate allergies. Comments also describe friendly, attentive service from staff.
Allergen details for Braw Brunch →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH15 3RD
- gluten-free menu
- coeliac accommodation
- staff allergen knowledge
- cross-contamination awareness
- vegan / dairy-free options
Reviewers frequently discuss the gluten-free offering, describing a dedicated and extensive gluten-free menu — including burger buns, rolls, halloumi and desserts — with several coeliac diners noting that staff talked options through and checked with the kitchen. Comments on allergen knowledge come up repeatedly, with mentions of staff being asked about allergies, advising accordingly and showing awareness of cross-contamination, plus one diner with a garlic allergy who felt well looked after. Vegan and plant-based choices are also mentioned, including options flagged by one reviewer as working for dairy allergies, alongside vegan burgers and shakes.
Allergen details for Bread Meats Bread →Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · EH1 1SB
- gluten-free menu
- coeliac catering
- staff allergen awareness
- nut and peanut allergy
- dairy-free options
- vegan options
Reviewers talk a lot about gluten-free eating here, with many describing a large dedicated gluten-free menu spanning burgers, buns, hot dogs, toasties, subs and poutine, and several coeliac diners saying they were well catered for. A number mention attentive staff who asked about allergies and were accommodating around peanut, nut, garlic and dairy needs, with one noting dairy-free milkshakes and an allergy menu. Vegan and plant-based options come up frequently too, and some reviewers say staff talked allergens through and were mindful of cross-contamination.
Allergen details for Bread Meats Bread →Takeaway/sandwich shop · EH8 9TG
- vegan breakfast range
- vegan Scottish items (haggis, black pudding, Lorne)
- gluten-free options
- bespoke gluten-free vegan request
- staff answering allergen questions
Reviewers focus heavily on the extensive vegan range, repeatedly praising vegan versions of a Scottish breakfast — vegan haggis, black pudding, Lorne and square sausage, and breakfast rolls — with several noting the vegan products are made on site. A number mention gluten-free options too, including a full gluten-free fry-up, and one gluten-free vegan diner describes staff putting together a bespoke alternative when the standard gluten-free vegan breakfast was unavailable. Several reviewers also highlight friendly staff who were happy to answer questions about the vegan and free-from choices.
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