The Courier & Advertiser (Perth and Perthshire Edition)
Mariam Okhai rounds up the best gluten-free eateries to try if you’re out and about in Dundee
For those who follow a gluten-free diet, knowing the best restaurants that can accommodate your dietary requirements can be challenging at times.
To help those looking for the best places to dine out, The Courier Food and Drink team has drawn up a list of some of our top spots in Dundee to check out on your next outing.
THE FLAME TREE CAFÉ
The menu aims to cater for any dietary requirements, with gluten-free options available. Food available includes bagels, fresh bakes, sandwiches and plenty of hot and cold drinks. • 20 Exchange Street, Dundee DD1 3DL
PACAMARA FOOD & DRINK
Breakfast at Pacamara includes shakshuka, a North African dish
with eggs poached in a tomato sauce, and bubble and squeak benny, while on the lunch menu features huevos Pacamara (organic fried eggs, salsa, tortillas and spicy refried beans).
• 302 Perth Road, Dundee DD2 1AU
TAILEND
Gluten-free options are available for sit-in and takeaway,
though the firm advises that customers do make staff aware of any food allergies or intolerances when ordering. The gluten-free options include tiger prawns, red Thai curry, fried halloumi and a range of tasty sides.
• 81 Nethergate, Dundee DD1 4DH
THE BACH
Every day for brunch The Bach serves a wide range of exciting gluten-free options such as The Bach beef patty burger, smashed avocado on toast and a traditional eggs Benedict.
31 Meadowside, Dundee DD1 1DJ
THE GIDDY GOOSE
With their wide selection The Giddy Goose caters to a range of dietary requirements including gluten and dairy-free with a mixture of burgers, pizzas and vegan alternatives.
• 2 Perth Road, Dundee, DD1 4LN
THE WEST HOUSE
Their all-day menu options for gluten-free foodies include tomato and basil bruschetta, halloumi salad and smashed avocado on toasted sourdough.
• 2 West Port, Dundee DD1 5EP
LUIGI’S PIZZERIA
Any pizza can be ordered with the option of gluten-free. Luigi’s pizzas are available to order online, too.
• 21 Strathmartine Road, Dundee, DD3 7RL
DON MICHELE ITALIAN RESTAURANT
With their gluten-free pasta, customers can enjoy the same great flavours without compromising their dish or experience. Options include linguine al pesto, spaghetti carbonara, and wild tiger prawns.
• 177-179 Perth Road, Dundee DD2 1AS
THE RHYND
It may be in Tayport, but this is the perfect stop-off after a walk through Tentsmuir Forest. Enjoy a mixture of bakes as well as a wide range of gluten-free breakfast and lunch options. • Rhynd Farm, Leuchars, Tayport KY16 0DR