Black Bear Lodge & Saloon

No gluten-free menu and nothing is marked on the menu as gluten-free. Waitress was unsure what was safe, so I stuck to a burger with no bun.

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

My husband and I both ordered off the Gluten Free menu. Our waitress seemed knowledgeable and warm us they did not have a dedicated fryer for the fries. My hubs had the Black Bear burger with a gluten-free bun and mashed potatoes. I had the grilled chicken and Swiss with bacon on a GF b un and the sauteed veggies for a side. We split a side salad. The salad came with grape tomato, cucumber and carrots....no croutons. Can't believe how many times I am served a GF salad with croutons! It was cold, fresh and crisp. The sauteed veggies were to die for. Seasoned and cooked perfectly! The GF bun was pretty good. The GF chocolate torte......they were out of. I had planned on ordering based on some other reviews I'd read

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

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Walleye dinner under Cabin Favorites on gf menu is excellent. Pasta primavera (gf pasta) not so great- oily and too much pasta, light on the veggies.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Son felt really sick after eating chicken wings (which upon further review looked to be fried likely in shared fryer). Husband and I felt slightly sick after enjoying walleye. Good intention but clearly need more training on contamination.

i ordered a gluten free black bear burger and am now extremely sick with stomach pains and diarrhea.

Celiac friendly?

No

Ordered burgers to go. They were ready when we got there 15 minutes later. Chips came with them. They were homemade and may have been cross-contaminated in the fryer. Be sure to ask. Excellent burgers!!!

Always have a good experience! Bread is great! Meals about $15.

Great service, food and atmosphere!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I ordered the riblet platter. While the sauce wasn't anything special, the mashed potatoes and fresh vegetables stole the show. Service minimal. Burgers served on buns made from Kinnickinick mix.

They try real hard but sometimes the kitchen will cook regular vs GF items and send it to your table. Be on guard.

Extensive menu, including sandwiches on a GF bun and pasta. AND a children's menu. The bun, also served with the salad, will redefine what GF bread should taste like.