Brabo

Went to Brabo Brasserie in Alexandria for dinner yesterday. It was amazing. From their Restaurant Week menu they are able to do the following gf: the two salads in the small plates, the salmon, the beef bourguignon, the duck leg w/o the garlicky frites, and the scoop of ice cream. The creamy polenta and mushrooms are also safe. I had the Burrata & Heirloom Tomato Salad with the Duck Leg Confit (I got to have the garlicky frites because they had just changed out the oil to fresh oil, cleaned the fryer and had yet to cook anything in it at that time but she said you could sub additional salad for the frites) and a scoop of their blood orange sorbet. Everything was delightful though I'd say the garlicky frites, while nicely cooked weren't as fantastic as they sounded. Our waitress seemed very knowledgeable but always double checked with the chef.

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?

— 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?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for takeout

Amazing food. dinner was a party for our palates. chef harper, Phillip and our top notch server Mike, ensured all food was celiac.safe. what variety and quality. halibut and steak made to perfection. try pickled veggies with lavender butter. one of the best meals we ever had. 2 people, no drinks, had dessert $120.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Brabo has a wonderful happy hour where the entire bar menu is half price. Brabo is known for their mussels and can make them gluten free (minus the fries). They have the best mussels I have have ever had. A huge pan of mussels + a glass of wine is $20. A great price for the DC area.