Boathouse Bistro Tapas Bar & Restaurant

Fantastic. Definitely will eat here again. Such a treat to have items like bisque’s made GF. Extensive selection of GF options.

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

While the menu had gluten free options, they definitely are not gluten free.

The Jamaican Curried Muscles that were listed as gluten free and made no mention of bread, came out with 3 large pieces of toasted bread piled on top.

The GF seared tuna came out with tempura that gave me pause to eat.

If you eat here to be GF, don't go by the menu and make sure to say something to your server

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/None

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

— Below Average

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good vegan options
• Good vegetarian options
• Offers outdoor seating

So many GF options on the menu that are clearly marked.

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

Great food! Lots of gluten free options.

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

— Very

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

Always delicious. Had a delicious coconut rum punch, NY strip steak with roasted asparagus, fingerling potatoes, roasted heirloom tomatoes and a bacon/fig jam. Yummy! All gluten free. Had crème brûlée for dessert.

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

I'm not exaggerating when I say that the seafood risotto I had here was one of the most delicious meals I've ever had. It was just what I needed after a cold day out on the water. It's one of the priciest items on the menu, but worth every penny!

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

— Very

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

I have celiac. The server was very knowledgeable about what was safe for me to eat. I was told the owner also has a family member who has celiac, and is very familiar. I did not have any problems and the food was absolutely delicious!

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

A good spot with lots of options, just be sure your server is aware of celiac and gluten allergies. There’s several menu items that you can get GF that aren’t marked. I ended up getting the seafood risotto which was wonderful. They have a nice outdoor bar and excellent food too

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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

Another great gf meal!

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

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

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main 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 Characteristics

• Good for dinner
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Offers outdoor seating

15 out of 10! Best Meal Ever! Lobster Thermidor was amazing! Chef has many years experience and very knowledgeable about the allergy questions we had!

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

This restaurant was amazing. They serve lunch upstairs and my father who is handicapped is traveling with us. They let us sit in the main floor for lunch even though this is not done. Menu is marked gluten free and vegan. I had the tapas shrimp and grits which was amazing. They also have a gluten-free clam chowder. The servers were great!

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for keto
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers outdoor seating

We were able to order Lobster without butter. Limited dairy free options, but gluten-free is well marked.

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?

— Some

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

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good vegan options
• Offers outdoor seating

Extensive gluten free options, lots of local seafood offerings. Our table had the clam chowder, lobster stew and lobster risotto. All gluten free options and all terrific . If you are up for stairs, going to the rooftop bar for food and drinks gives you a great view of the harbor as well.

Best experience in Boothbay!!! We ate here twice in 3 days. They were exceptional with their Celiac knowledge. My daughter is a highly sensitive Celiac and did great both times. She wanted a root beer which was locally made. They called the maker to check on the gluten status since it was not on their website.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Gluten free items are clearly marked on menu had an amazing scallops risotto and the gluten free lobster bisque and clam chowder were incredible.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

More than half the menu was GF! Great appetizers, entrees, and even a flourless chocolate torte for dessert! Everything was clearly marked on the menu and the staff was knowledgeable. Great views from the upper deck on the third floor. Highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a good place for gf!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Quite a few gluten free options noted on menu. Knowledgeable waitstaff. Food was good, not great.

A GF local sent us to eat here. I'm so glad she did! It was very easy to navigate the menu and the food was amazing.

Celiac friendly?

Yes