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Allergy & Intolerance Friendly Restaurants and Cafes

Discovering you can’t eat certain foods can sometimes be limiting to yourself and those around you. Well, we’ve reached out to our valued clients to ask where they recommend eating out and the places that really look after people like you who suffer from allergies or intolerances.

As part of our commitment as the UK’s highest-rated allergy testing company we’re delighted to announce the Allergy Awareness Award, starting from April 2019 (During Allergy Awareness Week). Eating and drinking venues, nominated by you to help others continue to enjoy eating out without fuss.

Think you’ve found a venue that deserves a mention? Nominate them here

Find an allergy & intolerance friendly restaurant

Discover from our ever-growing list of cafes, restaurants and venues the nearest recommend allergy and intolerance friendly place to you. Perhaps you are planning a trip or just looking for somewhere new to go without the worry of having to phone ahead to ensure you will be properly catered for, well here's our customers' favourites:

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upon Tyne Blackpool Manchester Nottingham Derby Birmingham Cambridge London Cardiff

Stratford upon Avon

HR Coffee and Catering
www.hrcatering.co.uk
Our Head Chef has an unrivalled deep rooted passion for real food. He draws upon his extensive international catering knowledge to ensure HR Coffee’s varied menu is jam packed with unique flavours and taste experiences. We have built a strong reputation for our extensive selection of vegetarian and gluten-free fayre.
12 Windsor St Stratford upon Avon CV37 6NL
Carluccio’s
www.carluccios.com
Carluccio's, found in Stratford Upon Avon, is an authentic, Italian restaurant serving the highest quality cuisine. Founded in 1991, Carluccio's has been crafting the finest Italian food for over 30 years after Antonio Carluccio first opened the doors all those years ago. A major aim of Carluccio's has always been providing quality food, keeping prices cheaper whilst sticking to their core fundamentals. it is safe to say Carluccio's has become a household name.
13 Waterside, Stratford Upon Avon, CV37 6BA
01789 267 424

Brighton

Semolina Café/Bistro
semolinabrighton.co.uk/
Semolina is an independent café/bistro serving a homemade seasonal menu created around local ingredients from Sussex suppliers.
15 Baker Street, Brighton, BN14JN.
01273 697259
Thewitchez Photo Design Cafe Bar
thewitchez.co.uk/
We are web and graphic designers who decided to skip the concept of a classic office and work from a café instead. This café became the 1st Photo Design Café Restaurant in the UK and our office and ‘living room’ at the same time.
16 Marine Parade Brighton BN2 1TL
01273673652
Riddle And Finns The Lanes
www.riddleandfinns.co.uk
Riddle and Finns has become a household name in honest, quality and local seafood, oyster and Champagne dining.
12b Meeting House Lane, Brighton, BN1 1HB
01273721667

Scarborough

Green Room Brasserie
thegreenroomrestaurant.com/
The Green Room is a little brasserie tucked away on a bustling side street in the heart of the picturesque town of Scarborough.
138 Victoria road YO11 1SL Scarborough
01723 501801

Sheffield

The Lost & Found
the-lostandfound.co.uk/
The Lost & Found is a one of a kind experience, found in some of the UK's largest cities such as Leeds and Sheffield, boasting a unique dining experience whilst serving unique cocktails. Serving hearty foods like pizzas, pasta and steaks, The Lost & Found is sure to provide a memorable visit to any of their restaurants. Catering for food allergy and intolerance suffers, The Lost & Found is sure to have you running back in no time to relive the experience all over again.
516 Ecclesall Road Sheffield S11 8PY
0114 266 0742
Café Indus
cafeindus.co.uk/
Cafe Indus is a curry house found in Sheffield, specialising in catering for large scale events and trading in the restaurant sector. Established in 1984, Cafe Indus boasts over 40 years experience in the food industry, taking the utmost care in the work they do with three different curry houses spread across the heart of Sheffield. Cafe Indus prides themselves on providing the highest quality Indian cuisine, cooked with traditional Indian recipes that have been passed down through generation after generation, bringing authentic flavours that are sure to get the taste buds tingling!
272 London Road Sheffield S2 4NA
0114 250 8880
Amigos Mexican Kitchen
amigosmexicankitchen.co.uk
Airy, split-level restaurant with tiled floors, for traditional Mexican cuisine and grill dishes.
224-230 London Road Sheffield - S2 4NA

Northampton

Bells Kitchen
bellskitchenfinedon.com/
Bell's Kitchen is situated inside the Bell Inn. Bills kitchen is now into year 5. We have a lovely restaurant in beautiful surroundings.
32 Bell Hill Finedon NN9 5ND
07846437616
Bread and Pullet
breadandpullet.co.uk/
Based on British cuisine and taking influences from further afield, we love to combine flavours into cohesive dishes where people can try something familiar with a new twist.
176 Wellingborough Road Northampton NN1 4DZ
01604 638520

Wadebridge

Appletons Bar and Resurant
www.appletonsrestaurant.com
The restaurant is situated in a modern building within an operational vineyard and winery, Trevibban Mill, on the way to Padstow.
TREVIBBAN MILL VINEYARD AND ORCHARDS DARK LANE, NR PADSTOW, PL27 7SE
01841541355

Bath

Victoria Pub and Kitchen
www.victoriabath.co.uk
Delicious food and drink served up in an unbeatable atmosphere - we've got it all at The Victoria Pub & Kitchen, Bath.
Upper Bristol Road, Bath, BA1 3AT
01225422563

London

El Chigre
www.tapasbarelchigre.co.uk
Because we are an authentic Spanish tapas bar we offer a wide range of spanish drink, we also try to improve them quite often.
34A Moulsham Street, Chelmsford CM2 0HX, England
01245351216
Pinchos
www.pinchosrestaurant.com/
Pinchos is a friendly and vibrant wine bar and tapas restaurant in the heart of Chelmsford. It’s the ideal place to meet up to sample some truly delicious Spanish food and drinks.
3A Baddow Road, Chelmsford, Essex CM2 0BX
01245268268
LIFELAB RECOMMENDED
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01332 321892
ZONZO
www.zonzorestaurant.com
Wood-fired pizzas as well as Italian meat and fish dishes in colourful Mediterranean setting.
342 Edgware Rd, London, W2 1EA
020 7723 9777
BARGE EAST
www.bargeeast.com
Barge East is based on a historic 114 year old Dutch Barge full of charm and character.
River Lee Sweetwater Mooring, White Post Ln, London, E9 5EN
08 9467 2228

Colchester

Riverside Spice
www.riversidespice.co.uk/
Riverside Spice is now established as one of the best restaurants in the Colchester area and is fast becoming a popular venue for social and corporate events.
44 Lower Holt Street, Earls Colne, Colchester, CO6 2PH
01787221728

Bristol

Mugshot Restaurants
www.mugshotrestaurants.com/
Steakhouse, British, Vegetarian Friendly
18 St Nicholas Street Bristol United Kingdom BS1 1UB
01179544944
BOX-E
www.boxebristol.com
Seasonal modern British cooking in a pair of shipping containers with just 14 seats and a further four at our 'kitchen table' where we serve a tasting menu.
Unit 10, Cargo 1 Wapping Wharf Bristol, BS1 6WP

York

SOTANO CHARCUTERIE & BAR
www.sotano.co.uk
Sotano is an independent bar and restaurant in York serving Mediterranean tapas plates and classically-inspired cocktails.
1 Little Stonegate, York, YO1 8AX
01904 620230
CORNER GRILL HOUSE
www.cornergrillhouse.co.uk
À la carte & fixed price menus focused on grill platters in a casual space with cozy interiors.
9 Walmgate, York, YO1 9TX
01904 654201
SKOSH
www.skoshyork.co.uk
Contemporary British cooking with an international influence. Snacks and small plates.
98 Micklegate, York, YO1 6JX
01904 634849

Nottingham

LAGAN INDIAN TAPAS
www.laganindiantapas.co.uk
Presenting a twist to the typical fine dining Indian cuisine. With an elegant decor and a very modern themed design.
6A Chilwell Road, Beeston, Nottingham, NG9 1AA
0115 967 7288

Newcastle upon Tyne

HINNIES RESTAURANT
www.hinnies.co.uk
Hinnies, found in Newcastle Upon Tyne boasts a rustic English menu that they describe as 'Geordie Comfort Food'. From their cosy restaurants to delicious hearty meals (that caters for allergy sufferers), Hinnies is sure to leave a warm feeling in your heart and a full belly! With Hinnies being nominated for numerous awards such as the 2017 Newcastle business of the year, its clear to see why Hinnies is such a hit with the northerners!
10 East Parade, Whitley Bay, NE26 1AP
0191 447 0500
PEACE AND LOAF
www.peaceandloaf.co.uk
Peace & Loaf, found in Newcastle Upon Tyne, has soared into popularity up north after their inception in late 2013. Peace & Loaf pride themselves on their classic English menu, with a new modern twist added in by their head chef. Boasting their A La Carte menu, Peace & Loaf cater for those who suffer from allergies and intolerances by having trained staff and asking customers of their dietary requirements.
217 Jesmond Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 1LA
0191 281 5222
BLACKFRIARS’S RESTAURANT
www.blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk
Blackfriars, Located in Newcastle Upon Tyne boasts a dining experience that is truly one of a kind. Opening their doors in 2001, this restaurant and staff certainly have the experience to back up their work with their team of experts. This medieval-style restaurant gives a taste of traditional medieval English food whilst still caring for those who do suffer from allergies and intolerances. Blackfriars is a dining experience that is simply no other.
Blackfriars Restaurant Friars Street Newcastle NE1 4XN
0191 261 5945
AIDAN’S KITCHEN
facebook.com/Aidans-Kitchen-187944275251404/
Purveyors of breakfast and brunch, with locally roasted coffee and a wide range of teas. The best chill out spot in Sandyford!
11 Starbeck Avenue, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 1RH
0191 261 6852

Manchester

ALLOTMENT BAR & RESTAURANT
www.allotmentbar.co.uk
Horticulture-themed cocktail bar with bare boards, chunky wooden tables, plants and a long gin menu.
24 Dale Street, Manchester, M1 1FY
0161 222 0580
THE LAUDRETTE CHORLTON
www.thelaundrette.uk.com
Cocktails and creative pizzas in a hip, bijou cafe/bar with exposed brickwork and a heated terrace.
32 Beech Road, Manchester, M21 9EL
0161 881 5777
THE HINDS HEAD
www.hindshead.co.uk
The Hinds Head Pub Stockport has a wide range of things to offer you, from quality home cooked meals to relaxed atmosphere where you can sit back and enjoy.
Manchester Road, Stockport, SK4 2RB
0161 432 5445
EARTHLINGS
www.earthlingsorganic.co.uk
Earthlings is an organic juice bar and health food cafe specialising in plant based cuisine. We are a family run business offering a relaxed haven from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
221 Darwen Road, Bromley Cross, Bolton, BL7 9BS
07514 532153

Derby

HACKWOOD FARM
www.hackwoodfarm.com
Hackwood Farm, Radbourne Lane, Derby, Ashbourne, DE6 4LZ An award winning farm shop, café, butchery and deli based in Radbourne, Derby.
Hackwood Farm, Radbourne Lane, Derby, Ashbourne, DE6 4LZ
01332 528300

Cardiff

CEFN MABLY ARMS
www.cefnmablyarms.com
The Cefn Mably Arms is a beautiful cosy country pub offering a real alternative to the stereotypical gastropub.
Michaelston-y-Fedw, Cardiff, CF3 6XS
01633 680347
THE CRICKETERS
www.cricketerscardiff.co.uk
66 Cathedral Road, Cardiff, CF11 9LL This traditional-decor townhouse pub with beer garden, serves local real ale and upscale Welsh food.
66 Cathedral Road, Cardiff, CF11 9LL
029 2034 5102
THE CLINK RESTAURANT
www.theclinkcharity.org
Stylish fine-dining restaurant run by prison inmates serving dishes made with organic Welsh produce.
HMP CARDIFF, Knox Road, Cardiff, CF24 0UG
029 2092 3130

Cambridge

MILLWORKS
www.themillworks.co.uk
British brasserie dining for brunch, lunch and dinner in a sympathetically restored mill building.
The Watermill, Newnham Road, Cambridge, CB3 9EY
01223 367507
TAJ TANDOORI
www.tajtandooricambridge.co.uk
Extensive menu of halal Indian and Bangladeshi dishes in a modern eatery with a takeaway service.
64 Cherry Hinton Road, Cambridge, CB1 7AA
01223 248063

Birmingham

RUSTIC TABLE
www.rustictable.co.uk
Rustic cooking is simple but warm and inviting. It is typically based on old fashioned preparation techniques, fresh local ingredients when available and a unique set of cultural influences.
152 High Street, Birmingham, B17 9PN
0121 448 1755
SAPORE
www.saporerestaurant.co.uk
Warm, relaxed restaurant serving Italian fare such as meats & seafood plus pasta, wine & dessert.
2250 Coventry Road, Birmingham, B26 3JH
0121 743 8100

Blackpool

BANK BAR AND GRILL
www.thebankblackpool.com
Bar & grill restaurant in the centre of Blackpool. Serving Brunch, Afternoon Tea, Prix Fixe (Early Bird Sunday-Thursday) and evening A La Carte Menu.
28 Corporation St, Blackpool, FY1 1EJ
01253 751555

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