Free-from restaurants in Islington

Tofu Vegan Islington

105 Upper St · Vegan

All branches are fully vegan Chinese restaurants. No animal products are used anywhere on the premises, which makes the venue structurally safe for vegan diners.

Jam Delish Islington

1 Tolpuddle St · Vegan

The kitchen operates as fully vegan, so no dairy ingredients appear anywhere in the cooking process. Every item on the menu is free from dairy, and because the setup is entirely plant-based, there is no risk of dairy cross-contamination from ingredients. A standard disclaimer about trace elements remains in place, but the structure of the kitchen means dairy is absent.

Terra Rossa

139 Upper St · Italian · Cafe

A separate gluten-free menu is available with clearly marked dishes. The kitchen uses a dedicated fryer and pizza oven, and there is a separate prep area. Staff are knowledgeable and ask about dietary needs; guests should inform them of coeliac disease when ordering. The kitchen is not 100% gluten-free, so minor cross-contact risk remains, but safety measures are well established.

Niche Gluten-free Dining

197-199 Rosebery Ave ·

Tier A (Strongly trusted, but unverified): an accreditation by a recognised gluten-free / coeliac-safety body was claimed, but we could not verify the claim against the body's own published list. The body's directory page does not name this venue, and we have no other third-party evidence to corroborate the certification. Other signals on record: dedicated kitchen claimed; dedicated fryer claimed; allergen-marked menu. Treat as gluten-free / coeliac-aware rather than gluten-free / coeliac-certified until the venue can produce verifiable accreditation.

Mildreds Kings Cross

200 Pentonville Rd · Vegan · Brunch

The entire restaurant is vegan, using no animal products. As a well-established vegan brand since 1988, it is reliably safe for vegan diets.

Rosa's Thai Angel, Islington

6 Theberton St · Thai

Several dishes on the chain-wide menu are marked GF. However, the kitchen is shared with gluten-containing ingredients and the menu warns dishes may contain traces of gluten. For the most current allergen information, staff can be consulted before ordering.

La Vita é Bella

16 Theberton St · Italian

The London venue's menu marks gluten-free items (pasta, pizza, gelato, beer, panna cotta) and staff are described as knowledgeable and proactive about checking gluten-free needs. However, the kitchen is shared and explicitly not a dedicated gluten-free facility, so cross-contamination risk exists. Diners with coeliac disease should confirm handling procedures with staff before ordering.

La Petite Auberge

283-284 Upper St · French

The dinner menu marks several dishes as GF (gluten-free) and staff can provide a comprehensive allergen menu on request. However, the kitchen is shared and no dedicated fryer is used, so cross-contamination is possible. One FindMeGlutenFree reviewer notes that much of the menu contains gluten, and an Atly user questioned whether the GF crepes were truly gluten-free. Calling ahead to discuss specific needs with the kitchen is advisable.

Noci Islington

Noci Islington · Italian

Plant-based dishes are labelled '(pb)' on the menu. The restaurant shares kitchen space with non-vegan items and no dedicated vegan preparation area is noted.

Franco Manca Islington

72 Upper St · Pizza · Italian

Gluten-free bases are available for an extra charge, but the kitchen warns it cannot guarantee a 100% flour-free environment. No dedicated gluten-free preparation area or equipment noted. Ask staff about cross-contamination protocols before ordering.

Frederick's

106 Islington High St · French

Frederick's offers a dedicated vegetarian and vegan menu. Dishes on that menu are marked (vegan). Staff are instructed to discuss dietary requirements before ordering. The restaurant provides no information on dedicated equipment or cross-contamination practices, but clear vegan options are available.

Mangia Bene

18 Chapel Market · Italian · Pizza

Vegetarian items on the menu are identified by a (v) symbol. The kitchen shares space with non-vegetarian cooking, so cross-contact can occur.

Banana Tree Islington

412-416 St John St · Brunch · Vegan

Over 40 percent of the menu is plant-based. Dishes tagged VG (vegan) appear on the official menu. The venue operates a shared kitchen. No dedicated vegan equipment is mentioned. Staff can advise on vegan options using the allergen filter.

Little Georgia Islington

14 Barnsbury Rd ·

The menu includes one dish (Imeruli Khachapuri) that can be made gluten-free if you ask staff. Customer reviews confirm that staff are knowledgeable and can explain gluten-free options, including a gluten-free cheese bread. However, there are no allergen symbols on the menu and no information about dedicated equipment or cross-contamination protocols, so the safety depends on the staff member you speak to. Call ahead to confirm current practices.

Bewliehill Angel

Bewliehill Angel · Brunch · Cafe

Limited information: we researched Bewliehill Angel across 9 sources but found nothing specific about its Coeliac · Gluten-free options or how the kitchen manages cross-contamination. Treat this as a starting point and call ahead to confirm before relying on it.

La Divina Italian Restaurant

134 Upper St · Italian · Cafe

The restaurant offers a separate Gluten-Free Menu PDF on its website, indicating gluten-free options are available. No information is provided on kitchen practices, cross-contamination protocols, or staff training. Calling ahead is advised to confirm safety for coeliac needs.

Megan's at the Sorting Office (Islington Square)

6 Esther Anne Pl · Mediterranean

Limited information: we researched Megan's at the Sorting Office (Islington Square) across 11 sources but found nothing specific about its Coeliac · Gluten-free options or how the kitchen manages cross-contamination. Treat this as a starting point and call ahead to confirm before relying on it.

Cacciari's Islington

140A Upper St · Italian · Vegan

Limited information: we researched Cacciari's Islington across 11 sources but found nothing specific about its Coeliac · Gluten-free options or how the kitchen manages cross-contamination. Treat this as a starting point and call ahead to confirm before relying on it.

Ottolenghi Islington

287 Upper St · Mediterranean · Brunch

The official Ottolenghi Islington menu lists a 'Tangerine and pistachio vegan cake' but offers no information on how vegan dishes are prepared or whether shared equipment is used. The venue asks patrons with allergies to email ahead, which suggests some capacity for accommodation, though specific kitchen practices remain unknown. Calling ahead to confirm options and cross-contact risks is advisable.

Bellanger

9 Islington Grn · French

Limited information: we researched Bellanger across 10 sources but found nothing specific about its Coeliac · Gluten-free options or how the kitchen manages cross-contamination. Treat this as a starting point and call ahead to confirm before relying on it.

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The Alpaca

London ·

Limited information: we researched The Alpaca across 10 sources but found nothing specific about its Coeliac · Gluten-free options or how the kitchen manages cross-contamination. Treat this as a starting point and call ahead to confirm before relying on it.

Delaterra

131 Essex Rd ·

Limited information: we researched Delaterra across 6 sources but found nothing specific about its Coeliac · Gluten-free options or how the kitchen manages cross-contamination. Treat this as a starting point and call ahead to confirm before relying on it.

Brother Marcus Angel

37-39 Camden Passage · Mediterranean · Brunch

Limited information: we researched Brother Marcus Angel across 7 sources but found nothing specific about its Coeliac · Gluten-free options or how the kitchen manages cross-contamination. Treat this as a starting point and call ahead to confirm before relying on it.

Santa Maria Pizzeria Islington

189 Upper St · Pizza

The venue's website lists three vegan pizzas (Vegan Margherita, Santa Maria Marinara, and Vegan San Filippo) but provides no information on kitchen practices or cross-contamination. Staff awareness and dedicated equipment remain unconfirmed. Vegan diners should call ahead to inquire.