The best gluten-free restaurants in Manchester

Everyone can enjoy pizza thanks to Purezza – the menu here is 100% vegan and gluten-free. They even have special selections for children and dogs. The menu is composed of small plates, pizzas, and cocktails prepared with local ingredients. The cool and contemporary space has exposed brick, pops of colour, and plants.

Mowgli Street Food is one of Manchester's favourite Indian restaurants, offering stylish surroundings enhanced by leaves, trees, and swing seats. Street food, curries, and tiffin boxes are on the menu, plus there are plenty of choices on the separate gluten-friendly menu so no one misses out. Complete a meal here with an original cocktail or mocktail.

A much-loved spot in the Northern Quarter, Evelyn's Café Bar serves an eclectic menu with Middle Eastern and pan-Asian influences. Numerous dishes on the menu are free from gluten, plus there are plenty of veggie and vegan choices. This neighbourhood venue is cosy and style-conscious with rugged exposed bricks and plants on the tables.

The Lounges are a group of vibrant venues where you can enjoy a meal or a cocktail. Each site has eclectic decor that creates a homey feel. There are plenty of GF dishes, including brunch options, burgers and sandwiches, salads, and global mains like Goan-style curry and beef brisket chilli. Kids' dishes are also available.

The Allotment is rated as one of the world's best vegan restaurants and has views of Manchester Cathedral. Sit outside or in the Mediterranean-style interior with shades of green, plants, and tiled floors. Virtually every dish on the menu is either gluten-free or can be adapted. Global small and large plates, plus a large range of drinks, are available.

Centrally-located in Spinningfields, Dishoom is a hot tip for Indian cuisine, serving reimagined versions of favourite street foods. The venue has stained glass windows, comfortable bench seating, and a classic style. Food is served all day, from their famous bacon naan for breakfast to the signature black daal, as well as location-specific special dishes.

Ranked as one of the best pizza places in the country, Double Zero doesn't leave GF diners behind. Every pizza on the menu can be made with a gluten-free base. The varied selection of toppings includes something for everyone, plus there are starters, sides, and kids' meals. The restaurant space is simple and contemporary with indoor and outdoor tables.

There are a few branches of Italiana Fifty Five in Manchester. These smart and sleek restaurants serve authentic Italian dishes, including a pasta dish that's dramatically flambéed at your table in a cheese wheel. Pizza, pasta, and meat and fish dishes are served, and almost everything can be made gluten-free upon request.

Pho is an easy-going spot for sampling classic Vietnamese dishes. It's an inclusive eatery too, with gluten-free and vegan options as well as a menu for children. Almost everything on the menu, including the signature pho, is GF, so there's no shortage of options if you have dietary needs. The rustic interior has exposed bricks and wooden furniture.

Casual restaurant Rosa's Thai is a popular choice for classic Thai dishes. The restaurant is based in a Grade II-listed building and has a relaxed atmosphere and a streamlined appearance. Gluten-free diners have lots to choose from, including curries, fried noodles, and salads. Colourful cocktails are also served here.

Try out traditional pie and mash at Pieminister. These bustling restaurants are earthy and contemporary, serving a variety of pies with mash and other classic sides. Meat and veggie options are on the menu, including several pies filled with tasty ingredients for gluten-free diners. Cold pies to reheat at home are also available.

Traditional Cantonese home cooking is served at Sweet Mandarin, which has dedicated vegan and gluten-free menus in addition to the main selection. Choose from a GF set menu, munchie box, soups, noodles, and more. This award-winning family-run restaurant is known for being welcoming and friendly. Catering and cooking classes are also on offer here.

Sample Indian street food along with local drinks at Bundobust. In an industrial setting with long communal tables, you can enjoy food ranging from small snacks to hearty dal, with lots of gluten-free dishes available. The beer selection changes regularly but a wide array of other drinks including wine and cocktails are also served here.

The Counter House in Ancoats is a contemporary neighbourhood eatery that feels vibrant. The space is decorated with lots of plants and there's also a terrace outside. Gluten-free diners have plenty to choose from across the whole menu, including brunch dishes, small plates like hummus and tacos, and mains like curry.

Cosy Club at the Corn Exchange is a popular choice for all-day dining in Manchester. The venue is enhanced by the original features it retains as well as its eclectic decor. The breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus all include gluten-free options like salads, risotto, and steaks. A large and varied drinks selection is also available.

Mancunians head to Evuna for tapas in a rustic and authentic space. The inclusive menu features a wide variety of tapas from patatas bravas to garlic king prawns and chorizo in red wine. Paella is served too and there are plenty of vegetarian and GF options. Complete the experience with Spanish wine, cava, Andalusian lager, or sherry.

Honest Burgers has a contemporary look with indoor and outdoor seating. Beef, chicken, and veggie burgers are the focus of the menu, finished with gourmet ingredients and with various sides to go with them. Almost everything on the menu is free from gluten, plus the restaurant offers a gluten-free beer to wash your food down with.