Acanto

6 recent ratings
$$ • Italian Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Appetizers, Dessert, Pasta
Safety Rating
5 ratings

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18 S Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60603
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In 2 Public Collections

Most Recent Reviews


Celiac

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Both my wife and daughter are both Celiacs and we were thankful to find Acanto with several GF options. While the food was fantastic, despite ordering GF meals, both were nauseous and 1 violently ill during the night.

Very unfortunate as it tarnished the great experience and food

Safety


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

— Not very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Updated 2 weeks ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Food + atmosphere here were both great! My boyfriend has celiac disease and he didn’t have any issues after eating here. Our server was a bit unsure about our cross-contact questions but made sure to double check everything with the kitchen before we ordered. Unfortunately they brought out my bf’s gelato with a gluteny cookie so we had to send it back, but they fixed it quickly and that was the only issue. Yummy (celiac-safe) fried foods!

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main 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?

— Excellent

Updated 1 month ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Easy to order GF items marked on the menu, my wife thought the Risotto was delicious 😋

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Updated 1 month ago read full review

This establishment is NOT a dedicated gluten-free facility and may not be safe for those with celiac disease. Please contact the establishment directly to inquire about safety precautions.

Gluten-Free Features

  • Appetizers
  • Dessert
  • Gluten-Free Menu
  • Pasta

Categories

  • Dinner
  • Italian
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restaurant
  • Wine Bar

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Celiac

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House-made gluten free pasta, and they could modify just about any other dish, for example the fritto misto - they did a pan-fried version without any batter. Delicious!

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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?

— Excellent

Updated 9 months ago read full review

Celiac

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A few gluten free selections on a small menu but very high quality ones. The server was knowledgeable and conscientious. The food was great.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Updated 1 year ago read full review

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Not sure what happened here, but was sick almost instantly after eating. And I cannot indefinitely chalk it up to being glutened because my entire party who are nonceliac also got sick, but I wouldn’t chance it here again.

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

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

— Average

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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Delicious GF dinner: bocs pear salad, GF pasta (SO FLAVORFUL), Branzino we’re all excellent!!!! Server, Eric, was knowledgeable and great!!!!! Highly recommend!!!

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Modern Italian with homemade gluten free pasta! Other GF options were clearly marked as well. Good options are the octopus, the charcuterie platter (without bread), the black kale salad, stuffed dates, and any GF pasta preparation. The chocolate budino can also be modified and was very rich and indulgent

Updated 4 years ago read full review

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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There are several marked gluten free items on the menu (appetizers, entrees, pasta and dessert). When I asked about the gluten free protocol the server asked immediately if I had celiac and explained that they make the pasta in house and use the same machine for their regular and GF pasta and that they have stringent sanitization, but can’t guarantee 100% gf. I was very reassured by his knowledgeability and he let me know that our food would take a while due to sanitizing the equipment. It did, but it was so worth it! Absolutely delicious.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

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