Bistro Chen

8 recent ratings
$$ • Chinese Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Safety Rating
7 ratings

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10 E Miner St
Arlington Heights, IL 60004
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I went here based on all the great things I’ve heard but I was disappointed with the taste. Although, they were knowledgeable about what can be made GF, and they marked the takeout meal with a GF sticker (felt safe), the food was very bland. I was expecting some kind of sauce on my chicken & broccoli but it was almost like there was no sauce. There was a thin clear liquid on it but that was it.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

Updated 3 months ago read full review

Wheat Allergy

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I can't believe it!!!! Menu is impressive, AYCE sushi available, but get General Tso, or something else that you usually can't get. Fresh, savory, excellent and knowledgeable wait staff

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 4 months ago read full review

Celiac

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The food was bland and tasteless. We ordered fried rice but then were told they could not make it GF, but we’re still charged the extra fee.

Quality & Quantity


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

— Poor

Updated 7 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

  • Gluten-Free Menu

Categories

  • Allergy Friendly
  • Asian
  • Chinese
  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Delivery
  • Dinner
  • Healthy
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Online Ordering
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restaurant
  • Takeout
  • Vegetarian Friendly

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Celiac

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Everything but the appetizer page can pretty much be made gluten free. They are so nice and wonderful. Taste is so fresh and great too! First time I had Chinese food in so long.

Nima tested it also and got a smile :)

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
  • Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

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 dinner
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers delivery
  • Offers online ordering
Updated 8 months ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Food is fantastic! Just let them know you are gluten free and they will take care of the rest! I had the Kung Pao chicken, it was awesome.

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 9 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Great experience! They ensured me my food was gluten free AND celiac safe. It is not clear from their menu what can be made gf, but you can call and ask.

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 11 months ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Very knowledgeable about how to make dishes gluten free

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 11 months ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Sooo good!!

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?

— 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


We eat here or carryout probably once a month. Celiac daughter loves their food and has never gotten sick. They can make many items GF even though there is no separate GF menu. Very nice staff. Small outdoor patio in the summer is nice.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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While I love their food, they are not Celiac safe. Both times my son has eaten here he has gotten sick. While they might be able to provide gluten free for the heath conscious, they should not be in a celiac's list of places to frequent.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Great food, excellent service, nice atmosphere! Lots of gluten-free options.

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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Great gluten free options. Dim Sum on the weekends is a treat! Highly recommended.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Also was skeptical because there was no gluten free diet. I asked multiple times if they prepared the meals separately and if they shared equipment. They said no. Got the Mongolian beef, brown rice and the egg soup. Fantastic meal. Enjoyed the cozy environment. Good service. Feeling fine hours later. From a celiac!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


everything on the menu, except for appetizers and dim sum were able to be modified as GF. I was a bit skeptical, but this morning after eating 3 different entrees and soup I'm doing just fine. I'll go back again, the food was delicious

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Every thing on the menu could be modified to be gluten free except the appetizers and some of the dim sum. The food was delicious.

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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