Bartaco

13 recent ratings
$$ • Mexican Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Beer, Dessert, Tacos, Tortillas
Safety Rating
13 ratings

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201 S. Estes Drive E3
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
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Most Recent Reviews


Celiac

Overall Rating

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Updated 1 week ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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Bartaco is one of my favorite restaurants. We have eaten at this location many times and I’ve never been glutened. Everything on the menu except for the kids meals (flour tortillas) and desserts is 100% GF. They fry the entree items using masa flour (corn) in a dedicated fryer. Upscale street tacos and other items to choose from. Love the fish taco, the oyster taco, and the pork belly taco. All tacos are served on delicious corn tortillas. Their fresh salad is always a fave for me too.

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 2 weeks ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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I did not get sick from eating here! Staff was nice about putting a note into the kitchen. I feel like they were bothered or confused by me asking if the corn tortillas were 100% corn though, to which my waiter replied “they’re corn” ? But their menu is very gluten-free friendly

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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?

— Good

Updated 2 months 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

  • Reported to have a dedicated fryer
  • Beer
  • Dessert
  • Gluten-Free Menu
  • Tacos
  • Tortillas

Categories

  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Delivery
  • Dinner
  • Dog Friendly
  • Keto Friendly
  • Kid Friendly
  • Late Night
  • Lunch
  • Mexican
  • Online Ordering
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Paleo Friendly
  • Restaurant
  • Soy-Free Friendly
  • Takeout
  • Vegetarian Friendly

Photos


Close up of mahi spicy habenero
Shrimp corn tortilla
Fried plaintains
Mahi handheld corn tortilla
Tea carafe water carafe margarita
Gluten-Free at Bartaco
Chips trio guac and 2 salsas
Hand held fresh corn tortilla shrimp
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Symptomatic Celiac

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Review


This made my heart and stomach so happy! Gluten free and soy free indications on menu. The margaritas are delicious. Chips and guac everything so fresh fast and yummy

Safety


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

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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for keto
  • Good for soy-free
  • Good for takeout
  • Offers delivery
  • Paleo friendly
Updated 3 months ago read full review

FODMAP Intolerant

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Very good food and flavor. Most of the tortillas are corn tortillas, unless you ask for flowers tortillas. Easy to get allergies selected in the menu for cross contamination.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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 6 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Review


Great experience. Many GF options. Knowledgeable staff.

Safety


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

— 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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Updated 10 months ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


This restaurant is one of my favorite. Most foods are gluten free or can be made gluten free except for desserts. The bowls, tacos, margaritas and salad are all exceptional! Service is great!

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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 year ago read full review

Asymptomatic Celiac

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Incredibly knowledgeable staff! Everything except dessert and kids quesadillas is gluten free and 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 1 year ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Review


If I could rate this place 10 stars I would

Safety


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

— 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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Chain restaurant with large amount of gluten free options denoted on menu. I have never had a reaction at any location

Safety


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

— 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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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My absolute favorite place to order for ease of ordering and overall trust factor. They make it so simple and everything is clearly marked. Chips are delicious and corn tortillas for the chicken tacos are sooo yum. Highly recommend.

Safety


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

— 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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Review


Delicious food and everything on the menu was gluten free except quesadillas. Chips made in a dedicated fryer

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 1 year ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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Review


Excellent food and a fun experience. Really enjoy the digital ordering set up. Great for kids too.

Safety


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

— 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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Everything was so delicious. Especially the Baja Fish tacos with the Gordita sauce ❤ we will definitely be back.

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 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Review


I had eaten here for years and never had an issue, but a few days ago, I was served something that contained gluten, even after we told the server that I had celiac disease. I'm disappointed because the food is amazing, but as a celiac, I cannot eat here anymore. I would give this restaurant 5 stars if you don't need to be gluten free, but I'm rating it 2 because of the mishap and I'm really sick now.

Safety


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

— Not at all

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for takeout
  • Offers online ordering
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Safety


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

— 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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Delicious! Kids loved it. Easy ordering via QR code. Food was delivered quickly.

Safety


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

— 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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Amazing food which is reasonably priced, but drinks are expensive. I've eaten here dozens of times and never had an issue.

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
  • 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

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 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Staff knowledgeable - lots of options for GF and DF. Orders marked via app. Food tasty.

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?

— Good

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Review


Most items on menu were gf. Delicious food! Celiac son could also eat the chips

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
  • Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for kids
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Review


Almost everything on the menu is GF, which was nice, and the food was great. Their churro style plantains were super good. Everything has a ton of onion and garlic so it’s not really fodmap friendly, but that’s to be expected.

Safety


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

— 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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for kids
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Review


I had such a great experience at Bartaco! Nearly the whole menu is gluten free, with only a few exceptions. ALL of the delicious tacos are gluten free - even the Baja fish which is battered (such a nice treat). Would highly recommend eating here, the food is high quality and the staff is super friendly and welcoming. They take great care of their customers!

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
  • Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

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 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Review


Amazing food, one of our favorites! Most items are GF and servers are knowledge. We eat their food just about weekly!

Updated 3 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


This is a corporate chain taco place, but damn if it ain't good. The majority of the menu is GF. And everything I've tried is tasty. I've probably been here too many times at the expense of my other local taco joints. Shout out to Taqueria la Vaquita and Super Taqueria!

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?

— 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 3 years ago read full review

Gluten Sensitive

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The staff was fantastic about my gluten and soy intolerance! Very helpful, good food, creative menu. I’ll go back!

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Almost everything on the menu is gluten free including fried fish tacos and corn fritters.

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Review


Most everything is GF. Separate fryer. A lot of mixed drinks are GF. I had a yummy mojito. This is not a traditional Mexican restaurant. There is an Asian Fusion twist

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Wheat Allergy

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I’m allergic to corn, gluten so I got all of the tacos can be on lettuce.

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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LoVE Bartaco. I've been to both the North Hills and the Chapel Hill location and eaten with no reaction. I love their guacamole and chips (fried corn tortilla) and their grilled corn. I've yet to have a bad taco (I've had the baja fish, mono pork carnitas, crispy rock shrimp, and glazed pork belly. Both the fish and shrimp tacos have breaded and fried protein made with a cornmeal breading that was so good that I verified its lack of gluten multiple times. On their menu, they have so much that is already gluten free that they mark what does contain gluten as opposed to what does not. Absolutely love eating at bartaco!

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


The staff is very knowledgeable. Food is awesome. Sensitive Celiac and no issues after several visits.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Love this place! They have cards to write down your order with an area for allergies and they always verify verbally. Only a few things are not gluten free and they take precautions. Kids meal is not gf so I always ask them to switch the flour tortillas for corn, which they do no problem. The food is great as well! Even gf falafel tacos and breading is rice based on fried foods!

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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The food here is delicious and all their tacos are GF. They also have options besides tacos. They are careful with cross contamination. I’ve been here about 10 times and have never been glutened.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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The staff here is always great. Great gf options. Tacos are on corn tortillas so no need to worry about asking. There is also a Bibb lettuce option. They do have wine and gf cocktails and gf beer! It’s not clearly labeled. The new Belgium gluyiny is gf (crafted to remove gluten). I’ve never gotten sick here.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Review


Almost everything on the menu is gluten free, including tuna poke covered in a soy sauce-based sauce! Staff was knowledgeable and I didn’t get sick. Very happy!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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mostly gf menu, excellent options, separate fryer for gf and non-gf items. delicious truck-style tacos on corn tortillas. gf felafel!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Reviews of this Chain

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Delicious and wide variety of GF options. Excellent service.

Safety


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

— 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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Offers outdoor seating
Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Delicious loads of options almost all gluten free

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

Overall Rating

Review


Very knowledgeable, almost everything is gluten free. You mark on the app which allergies you have and put Celiac Disease in the notes. Absolutely delicious! Went here 2 days in a row.

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Ate there twice, the first time in restaurant. Very clear with each server. Said everything but the quesadillas and desserts are gluten free. Confirmed they can make the quesadillas on corn tortillas. Second time, ordered online and noted allergy and ask to take care to avoid cross contamination and ask to swap flour tortillas for corn. I was ordering for my two sons that have celiac and I was away (they had a babysitter). Unfortunately, the restaurant did not swap the tortilla and I only noticed when I came home. I now have two very sick kids. I would not recommend as it is not safe for people with celiac as the servers and kitchen did not read notes.

Safety


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

— Not at all

Quality & Quantity


How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

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

— Poor

Overall Rating

Review


Safe corn tortillas, knowledgeable staff & helpful menu

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

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