Free-from restaurants in Leicester

Herb

96 Granby St · Indian · Vegan

Because the restaurant is 100% vegetarian and uses no meat or fish in any dish, it is structurally safe for vegetarians. Vegan options are also available.

Etci Baba Turkish Charcoal Grill & Steakhouse

62A London Rd · Turkish · Steak

Etci Baba states on its official menu and website that all food is 100% halal, implying a dedicated halal kitchen with no non-halal ingredients on the premises. This claim is corroborated by multiple third-party sources including Wanderlog, DineHalal, and a Davidsons Homes blog, all describing it as a halal restaurant.

My Delhi

26 Belvoir St · Indian

The kitchen is declared nut-free, and all dishes are prepared without nuts or peanuts. The venue has actively worked to reduce nut allergens. Ingredient suppliers may process nuts, so trace cross-contamination is possible. The venue recommends checking with staff for severe nut allergies.

Roma

11 Halford St · Italian · Cafe

Vegetarian options are clearly marked on the menu with a (v) symbol, and the restaurant has been recommended for its vegetarian choices by community reviewers.

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Turtle Bay Leicester

Leicester · Brunch

The menu clearly labels vegan options with a green leaf icon and a separate vegetarian/vegan menu is available. Staff are reported as knowledgeable. However, the kitchen is shared with meat dishes, so cross-contamination is possible. Confirm with staff about shared fryers.

Varanasi Boutique Restaurant

Varanasi Boutique Restaurant ·

Menu marks many dishes with a (v) symbol and the Tagvenue listing notes an extensive vegetarian menu. The meaning of the (v) symbol is not explained on the menu page, and the kitchen is shared, so there is a cross-contamination risk. Speak to staff about your requirements before ordering.

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Makaron - Pasta Fresca Bar

Leicester · Italian

Makaron offers gluten-free pasta options. These are marked GF on the menu. Staff are helpful and can discuss allergens. The kitchen is shared, however, and the venue warns that cross-contamination may occur during cooking. The restaurant is not a dedicated gluten-free facility. Coeliac diners should therefore exercise caution and speak to staff about their needs.

The Good Earth

19 Free Ln · Vegetarian

The restaurant does not mark a gluten-free menu. Staff are described as helpful and knowledgeable about the menu, but the cross-contamination risk is unknown. Calling ahead to confirm options is recommended. This information comes from a London branch review; the Leicester location may differ.

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OGGI Italian Restaurant

Leicester · Italian

OGGI offers gluten-free pasta on request for most pasta dishes, and staff, particularly the manager, are reported to be knowledgeable about coeliac disease and take precautions such as using separate water for pasta. The kitchen is shared and there is no dedicated fryer, meaning chips are not gluten-free. No separate gluten-free menu exists, and allergen markings are absent from the main menu. Speaking to staff about specific needs and cross-contamination risk before ordering is advisable.

Grounded Kitchen

Clarendon Park · Korean

Grounded Kitchen offers vegan options. Smoothies, drinks, and a Buddha bowl can all be made vegan. Menu items display allergen icons. Staff can modify orders, for example by omitting mayo. The kitchen is shared with non-vegan ingredients. Cross-contamination risk is not documented. It is best to confirm with staff.

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43 Abbey St · Cafe · Brunch

The venue's website mentions halal food and includes a customer testimonial claiming halal certification, though no official certifying body is named and kitchen practice details are absent. Calling ahead can confirm certification status and cross-contamination protocols.

Chickaros Leicester

26 Granby St ·

Limited information: we researched Chickaros Leicester 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.

La Fontana Italian Restaurant - Leicester

10 Horsefair St · Italian · Brunch

The venue's own blog post and a couple of user comments on third-party listicles mention vegan options, though no details on how those dishes are prepared, cross-contamination measures, or dedicated spaces are provided. One aggregated source misattributes the vegan claim to a different restaurant entirely. Direct contact with the restaurant remains the only reliable route to accurate information.

The Frame

St Martin's Square ·

The restaurant is described as having gluten-free options and provides an allergen matrix on its website. However, there is no information about separate preparation, dedicated fryers, or cross-contamination procedures. Call ahead to confirm suitability for coeliac disease.

Fluffy Fluffy Leicester

90 Granby St · Cafe

The Deliveroo menu mentions alternative milk can make drinks 'vegan friendly' but no vegan-labeled items or kitchen practice details. No evidence of dedicated equipment or staff training. Call ahead to discuss options.

Audrey Restaurant & Cocktail Bar

19-21 St.Nicholas Pl · Brunch

The venue's website mentions that gluten-free options are available when booked in advance, though no information is provided about dedicated equipment, cross-contamination protocols, or kitchen practice. Details should be confirmed by calling ahead before relying on this.

Shrimp & Co Leicester

58A London Rd · Seafood

Limited information: we researched Shrimp & Co Leicester across 8 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.

The Barn

142 London Rd ·

Limited information: we researched The Barn 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.