Review of Alden & Harlow

40 Brattle St, Cambridge, MA 02138

Overall Rating

Review


I don't know if I just had a one-off bad experience, since all the reviews here note amazing/safe meals, but I felt glutened after eating here. Everything seemed to be fine throughout the experience - our waitress was extremely knowledgeable and provided me with a marked-up menu, and noted that the two things my boyfriend and I wanted (the ora salmon and braised beef) could be pan seared for us to share. She also emphasized just how seriously the kitchen takes cross contamination and allergies/dietary restrictions, and was able to have the kitchen make a panna cotta without the brown sugar crumble for us as well. The food was absolutely divine and I would be willing to try this place again, but given my symptoms post-meal I am a little cautious. It seems to be celiac-friendly based on others' experiences so I'll leave my rating as such, pending the outcome of my next meal here.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers outdoor seating
  • Reservations recommended
Updated 1 year ago

Symptomatic Celiac