Apollo Flame Bistro

Small selection of GF options. The reason for the one star is the server was extremely rude. She seemed put-off when I asked her about safety protocols. Someone else posted on this app that there were GG meatballs. I asked the server and she said - not in a nice way- I don’t know. I ended up getting a salad. She brought it out with the salad dressing in a Corona beer bottle. She was annoyed when I said I can’t eat that. Even with plain antipasto salad with honey mustard dressing that was not from a beer bottle, I got sick. My sister (also celiac) had the GF pasta and also got sick. Definitely not recommended

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much

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

— Below Average

Had a grilled chicken sandwich on a nice soft toasted bun with fries and a small greek salad. Salad was fresh and their homemade dressing was great! No issues. It was very busy on a Sunday afternoon.

My husband enjoyed his non-gf calzone.

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

— Very

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

We were so excited to try this restaurant - it has some limited, but interesting options for GF. They are listed on the main menu in a small box. Unfortunately, the staff does not seem knowledgeable nor willing to ask the kitchen about ingredients (we have a few additional allergies in our family). Our server seemed bothered to be there, and was probably the rudest server I’ve experienced in a long time. Even though we told her that we needed GF / allergy-safe items, the house salad had bits of cheese in it and a random small piece of chicken. I do not plan to return, as I feel that this restaurant is not safe for my dietary restrictions / allergies.

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much

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

— Below Average

Other Characteristics

• Offers outdoor seating

Awesome Italian meatball sub! GF and wonderful! I haven’t had a meatball sub in like 8 years so it was a wonderful treat! They have GL ravioli too. Great spot!

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

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much

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

— Excellent

Service was good, I'm not confident that our waitress was very knowledgeable about GF since she offered all the salad dressings and I had to tell her ranch and thousand island dressings are not GF. The GF menu is very small (like many restaurants). My husband (Celiac) ordered GF pasta with meat sauce (there was no GF option for protein per our waitress), house salad no dressing and they brought a GF bread which he didn't eat because it looked very similar to the regular bread. At least he didn't get sick after eating at this place.

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much

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

— Average

Ate dinner here. I called the restaurant ahead to ask if they could accommodate gluten free and I was assured my food would be gluten free. I ordered a salad with grilled chicken and I know my food was prepared gluten free because I did not get sick. Our server was very efficient and attentive to my dietary needs. Portions are a good size. Food was very good

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

— Very

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?

— Good

Even though they have a small gluten free menu the food is very good and my waitress was very knowledgeable about the gluten free options. The gluten free pizza is really good, and the bread they use for sub sandwiches is one of the best gluten free breads I have had. They also sell the bread wrapped in plastic that you can buy to take home. I was just recently diagnosed with Celiacs and navigating restaurants has been an adventure. I am so glad Apollo Flame is close by.

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much

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

— Excellent

They have a small gluten free menu. I ordered a Greek salad with chicken, no pita bread. It was very good.

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much

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

— Good

Separate gluten free menu. My bread basket and meal was separate. Food looked and tasted great. Had the chicken and kale ravioli with salad and gluten free bread.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

While I felt safe eating the food, it was all frozen/thawed/reheated. This would be a good spot for kids - spaghetti, etc but was really just diner food with a Greek twist.

Excellent GF pizza.... loaded with cheese and toppings

Great gluten free spaghetti!! Also love the Greek salads.

Have a GF section on their regular menu. Staff was knowledgeable. I ordered the chicken and kale ravioli with a side salad and garlic bread. It was all very good.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

We came into town for a weekend sports tournament. Our two boys have Celiac and this place was close to the hotel. We ate here for dinner last night and the kids were thrilled with the GF options. And the greatest part was that everything tasted amazing! Even the regular food. So of course we came back for lunch the next day! Both servers we had were extremely friendly and knowledgeable. So great to have this option. Our highest praise!!!

Love the GF pizza. Delicious. Brevard Rd. Excellent service.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Waiter very rude and not knowledgable . Don't go here !!!!

Beware- the Hendersonville Road Apollo Flame doesn't have a gluten free menu. I ordered the Greek salad with chicken and didn't have an adverse reaction. Very disappointed they didn't offer a GF menu!!!

The most delicious chicken and kale stuffed ravioli!! The sauce was as delicious as the ravioli. My son got the GF pizza- also delicious. My husband got a GF chicken Parmesan (with grilled chicken) but had such tremendous flavor I think it was better than battered! We are passing through the area so we are so happy we found them on GF finder!! We were too full to try the GF chocolate cake they offer, but I bet it's fabulous. Very friendly and attentive staff.

Celiac friendly?

No

The best GF pizza I've had in the 15 years as a celiac. They also have GF pasta and ravioli. Knowledgeable staff!