The Old Shades

I should've checked the comments before we went... they had roast without gravy and that was it. We left. I do not recommend wasting your time.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

Not even the chips are GF! Take it off your website 🤬🙄

So annoying

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

I had read reviews that this restaurant was good for gluten free - sadly not! Asked for a gluten free menu on arrival and they said that they didn't have one and couldn't do gluten free as they hadn't had a gluten free bread delivery for a couple of weeks. They then backtracked and said actually the burgers and chips were fine without the bread and could do grilled fish and chips. Asked for the plant burger and chips but checked it there was a dedicated fryer, they said yes but then came back and said actually no it wasn't separate, so I just asked for it with a salad. All seemed fine after that, but 2 hours later I am throwing up, so something there was still not right! So disappointing after reading such good reviews for gluten free.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

Knowlegable staff. Food was average in taste, but I love it when I'm able to eat fries, that almost never happens! Good atmosphere.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Average

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Good for lunch

Great job with gluten free. Nice to have a dedicated fryer and the ability to have fish and chips.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The GF fish and Chips were the best I’ve ever eaten. And they have gluten free beer too

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Great meal with GF menu available.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Restaurant was outstanding. Gluten-free fish and chips were amazing. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Solid pub with good gf food. Great location.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Best gf burger and chips! Also fish and chips! Love it

Ask for the seperate GF menu, I had fish & chips, great food & service. Recommended

Celiac friendly?

Yes

There is a Gluten free menu with fish and chips. Fish and chips are good but a little greasy. There is no gf vinegar.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Awesome Gluten free burgers and fried fish!!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Fish and chips were wonderful!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Very very good food! I had the gluten free fish and chips and the Apple Crumble. They do have a dedicated fryer for gluten free foods. Fun atmosphere and a good gluten free alcohol list as well.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The staff was very nice! I ordered the gf fish and chips! They were delicious and I didn’t feel sick afterwards so that was a plus.

Great find! Classic British pub right in the heart of the tourist area but not too crowded. GF burger and fries were absolutely delicious! Owner is gluten intolerant and very friendly and knowledgeable.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Excellent experience. Dedicated fryer with gluten-free fish and chips! Large gluten-free menu and the staff has excellent awareness and knowledge of allergy issues. Absolutely fantastic experience. Only possible issue is the large containers of bar snacks which contain nuts on the bar.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Separate GF menu and has a dedicated fryer so was awesome to be able to have GF beer battered fish and chips!! Lots of GF options. Traditional pub atmosphere and had a bottled GF beer (lager)! Loved this meal. 14.5 pounds for the meal.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

So excited to have a gluten free fish and chips experience, the restaurant was pretty good!

Great burgers and fish and chips. Yum

Great service, friendly staff. Came at a great time as they’d just got their GF menu up and running again. Much better than before! Highly recommend the GF Fish & Chips! Will definitely be returning on my next visit.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

This place was great! I had the fish and chips but they have many other options on their gluten free menu. They have a dedicated fryer too!

Beautiful pub. Had a Gluten-free menu available that was nearly as big as the main menu. The Fish and Chips was fantastic.

They mentioned they didn't have a menu for a small time due to a major kitchen overall. Worth the trip.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

There are no gf options here. Server had no idea what gluten was. Just skip it.

Celiac friendly?

No

Don’t waste your time stepping foot inside without calling first. Upon arrival, we identified our need for GF food for our Celiac son and we were seated...only to find out the new chef “hasn’t gotten around to doing the GF menu yet.” Coming from America and relying on prior reviews, we were excited for an authentic fish and chips experience. Such a shame to be so disappointed. We can only hope that when the new chef “gets around” to reinstating the GF menu that it will actually be thoughtful and, more importantly, safe.

Celiac friendly?

No

I came here for some authentic fish and chips, after reading reviews, and finding an announcement for their gf fish and chips on instagram. I came there to find out they did not have gf fish and chips due to adjusting menus. They were very kind about it and made me a plate of smoked salmon, unfortunately, I did not like it, but thats just preferences. Make sure you call them before going to make sure you CAN eat what you want.

A Great variety of gluten free food 😍 loved it

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Skinny chips were gf and delicious. Gluten free beer was pretty good. Handful of options, did the trick on Boxing Day when not many places were open

Was very pleased with the GF menu, many choices! Food was delicious too & staff knowledgeable! Dedicated fryer as well!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Good fish and chips, also two gluten free beers available. Pleasant staff and environment, but at £43 ($73 CAD) for two people with one drink each, considering they were frozen chips, I’m not sure the value for money is there.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

By far our favorite place we ate at in London! I don’t know why it didn’t pop up on my phone at home when I was researching - so it was such a fun surprise to find over there! The staff was very knowledgeable, I loved the fish & Chips. Roast chicken was a hit, as was the burger on a GF bun. Even had beer! I did not expect to get to get to have a beer in a pub! Such a fun atmosphere - none of us got sick. Definitely don’t miss this spot!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

This is a pub so it is fun atmosphere. Their skinny chips and their chunky hips are gluten free and they are amazing. I had a club but there is also gf fish and chips, burgers, and many other choices

Celiac friendly?

Yes

This was the best meal we ate in Europe (my non-celiac family agrees). The fries are to die for!

Most of the menu can be gluten free - even the Burger! They have gluten free bread and the staff know and understand celiac disease. Menu stated they accommodate gluten free. Gluten free beer also available.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The staff was knowledgeable about celiac disease as one of the waitresses has it. I was able to order chicken and potatoes and it was very good. I would return.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Only item they recommended for a celiac was the burger, cheesecake and ciders. That said, prices were reasonable, service was good, decor is awesome and food was good. I was told they do not have a dedicated fryer.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

This quaint pub has really good gluten free rolls, a dedicated frier for their fries, and knowledgeable staff who ensure you that they take gf very seriously. They don’t have a separate gluten free menu, but they have plenty of options. The food was amazing, and the people I was with who can eat gluten loved their meals. I definitely recommend this place.

Celiac friendly?

Yes