Browse gluten free places to eat across East Sussex

If you’re looking for gluten free dining in East Sussex, there’s plenty of choice across the county. With 85 eateries listed across 18 towns, East Sussex offers a strong mix of options for anyone following a coeliac-safe gluten free diet, from casual seaside bites to more relaxed sit-down meals. The county currently holds an average eatery rating of 4.5, making it a reassuring destination whether you’re planning a day out in Brighton, a coastal break in Eastbourne, exploring the historic streets of Rye, or visiting Hastings and Lewes.

East Sussex is especially appealing for coeliac travellers because many of its best-known destinations combine sightseeing with places to eat out more confidently. Brighton’s vibrant food scene and seafront, Hastings’ historic Old Town, Eastbourne’s promenade and nearby South Downs, plus the characterful appeal of Rye and Lewes, all make the county a popular choice for gluten free eating. Among the highest rated places in the county are Nano Fish and Chips, Purezza, Earth and Stars, The Master Fish Bar and Bella Napoli, giving you a good starting point when deciding where to eat.

Whether you’re heading to the coast, planning a city break, or exploring East Sussex’s historic towns and visitor hotspots, this county has a growing range of gluten free options to discover. From well-rated favourites in Brighton and Hastings to places near popular tourist areas, finding suitable food in East Sussex is becoming much easier for the coeliac community.

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Nano Fish and Chips

5.0 from 7 ratings

74 Beaconsfield Rd, Brighton and Hove, Brighton, BN1 6DD

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The Master Fish Bar

5.0 from 5 ratings

1 E Parade, Hastings, TN34 3AL

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Bella Napoli

5.0 from 3 ratings

14-15 Pelham Cres, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 3AF

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Nano Fish and Chips

5.0 from 7 ratings

74 Beaconsfield Rd, Brighton and Hove, Brighton, BN1 6DD

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The Master Fish Bar

5.0 from 5 ratings

1 E Parade, Hastings, TN34 3AL

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Qualisea Fish Restaurant

2.0 from 4 ratings

189 Terminus Rd, Eastbourne, BN21 3DH

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Most of the eateries in our Where to Eat guide are recommended by people like you—those with coeliac disease or gluten intolerance who know great local spots. If you know a place we’ve missed, let us know and help grow our guide!

Battle

  • 1 Eatery

Bexhill on Sea

  • 5 Eateries

Brighton

  • 35 Eateries

Buxted

  • 1 Eatery

Crowborough

  • 1 Eatery

Eastbourne

  • 11 Eateries
  • 1 Hotel

Glynde

  • 1 Eatery

Hailsham

  • 2 Eateries

Hastings

  • 5 Eateries

Hove

  • 8 Eateries

Lewes

  • 4 Eateries

Newhaven

  • 1 Eatery

Ore

  • 1 Eatery

Polegate

  • 1 Eatery

Rye

  • 2 Eateries

Seaford

  • 2 Eateries

St Leonards on Sea

  • 1 Eatery

Uckfield

  • 2 Eateries

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