Brown Dog Deli

11 recent ratings
$ • Deli, Sandwiches
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Bread/Buns, Sandwiches
Safety Rating
9 ratings

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40 Broad Street
Charleston, SC 29401
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Most Recent Reviews


Overall Rating

Review


I had the Rosemary’s Baby Daddy sandwich as recommended by another reviewer. It was very good. The bread held together, the flavor was good and I would get it again. I’m looking forward to trying another sandwich there.

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?

— Good

Updated 1 week ago read full review

Celiac

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I was super disappointed with Brown Dog Deli. The server nor the hostess knew about a GF menu or items. I ordered a salad and informed the waitress of my gluten allergy due to celiac. I’ve been sick since eating and am showing symptoms of having eaten gluten.

You’re able to look at the staff while they prepare food and didn’t pay close attention but would not be surprised if they didn’t even change gloves to make the salad.

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?

— Not Much/None

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

— Below Average

Updated 8 months ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Had the Rosemary’s Baby Daddy sandwich and it was SO GOOD! Just visiting Charleston and made this quick stop on the way to the airport. Staff was very knowledgeable and reassured me they take celiacs very serious. So glad we stopped here. Group of 4 and everyone loved what they got.

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

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

  • Bread/Buns
  • Gluten-Free Menu
  • Sandwiches

Categories

  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Deli
  • Delivery
  • Healthy
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Online Ordering
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Takeout
  • Vegan Friendly

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Gluten-Free Bread/Buns at Brown Dog Deli
Chicago Dogs with GF bread 😊
Gluten-Free Bread/Buns at Brown Dog Deli
Be sure to check out the booths!
Cool place
The lobster special on Udi's bread!!!  Yummy!
Cold cut/Italian on Udi's bread! Great sandwich and filling!
Salmon on Udi's GF bread -- wow!
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Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


I had a delicious sandwich here and the bread was pretty good. Still small but not crumbly! I was able to specify I had celiac and they informed me that GF sandwiches are made in a separate area.

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?

— Some

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


The food was great and we don't feel like we got cross contaminated. The outdoor seating is lovely. They have a few GF alcoholic beverages to choose from.

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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?

— Some

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


Had one of the best gluten free breads I’ve had, had great service too!

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?

— Some

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


I had a sandwich on GF bread with the slaw and it was amazing! Also the bread was very big and not tiny like it is sometimes. Looked to be the same grill but I had no issues after.

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?

— Excellent

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Sandwich made with GF bread was really good. Waitress was very familiar with Celiac. No issues afterwards!

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Delicious, the staff is very knowledgeable and helpful. This is one of my favorite restaurants, never an issue.

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Offers delivery
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


They have gluten free bread for most sandwiches. Fantastic sandwich’s.

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Best gluten free sandwiches- can sub gluten free bread for any sandwich. Also have good smoothies/bowls and salads. I have celiacs and have never had a reaction.

Safety


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

— Not 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

Gluten Intolerant

Overall Rating

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I am not celiac just sensitive. They offer gluten free bread and the hotdogs are gluten free. I had the chili. I really liked it but be cautious it is made with beer.

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?

— Average

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


I had a salad here and it was very good! Unfortunately this restaurant doesn’t have very many gluten free options and as it is a sandwich place with a small kitchen, cross contamination is bound to happen at some point. The staff are very nice and helpful. They are also knowledgeable about the menu and can help find gluten free options and modifications if you ask.

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
  • Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

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?

— Good

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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Updated two years later.

We stopped her for lunch knowing I had eaten here safely before. Ordered a simple sandwich on gf bread... Side of fruit. When my meal was brought out, the server announced it was gluten free and once seeing the bread I commented on how delicious it looked... It rare to find gf bread that looks like real people bread. The server laughed and nodded saying "yeah, we have great gluten free bread!" A few minutes later another attendant stopped by to ask if we had everything we needed and I commented again on the amazing gluten free sandwich. She took one look at my plate and discerned very quickly that I had been served the wrong food and had eaten a quarter of the sandwich already. She grabbed the plate quickly and apologized profusely for the error. She then brought me my correct meal... But by that time, I knew what was coming and I wasn't about to eat another bite of anything. Vacation day lost... We had tickets for a cruise tonight too... That are non refundable. Horrible experience!! Do not eat here!

Great options, staff super helpful... Definitely worth a visit. No issues after eating here... Would dine here again with complete confidence.

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?

— Some

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

— Poor

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


A delicious place for an upscale and delicious sandwich. They have gluten free bread as well as salads with gluten free dressings. Food was delicious. Possibly the best sandwich I've ever eaten. Highly recommend. I have celiac and had no issues.

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
  • Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
  • 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 kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


The menu doesn’t list GF bread but they have it! Don’t be fooled by the Udi’s, this was the best sandwich I’ve ever had

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 lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Have been to this establishment twice before, once eating in, and once for take out! Both times the food has been great, and there have been no issues!

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 kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Been here a couple of times and absolutely love it! They have gf bread. My wife had the Rubik's cuban with chips, I (not gf) had the Pita Frampton with loaded baked potato salad. Will definitely come again.

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 3 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


I ordered the gluten free grilled cheese and was assured of no cross contamination. I used a Nima gluten sensor that detected gluten on the food. We were the only customers in the restaurant at the time we ordered.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Yum. Went at busy lunch hour and was a little worried it would be safe while being so busy but it was delicious and I did not get sick! Would definitely go back.

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Great gluten free options! Wishing they had a little more dairy free side options, but enjoyed the duck sandwich with gf bread and vegan cheese

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Amazing sandwiches on GF bread. Staff was extremely knowledgeable about dietary restrictions. Absolutely no issues. I would definitely eat here again.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Awesome taco nacho salad. Staff was very considerate.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Most of the menu is gluten free. They use Udis bread and Boars Head meats and make their other meats in house. They do not make own potato salads so advised against ordering & packaged chips aren’t GF so sides were limited. I ordered the short rib grilled cheese & it was yummy!

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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VERY GOOD!! The staff was very knowledgeable on what I could and couldn’t have. The GF bread was delicious. Highly recommend!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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Great food...Had the Broad Street BBQ sandwich and my sister had Folly Beach turkey crunch.. They asked if your had celiac or gluten Intolerance

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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Very good sandwich shop. Most sandwiches can be made gluten free. I got the apple butter jeans on gluten free bread.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Nice hotdog/sandwich shop. They say that can make most sandwiches GF. . I have the French Dip and chips. It was very busy during lunch so had to wait about 20 minutes to be seated. It’s a small establishment. I would come again.

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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They subbed gluten free bread on the Chicago dogs for me and they were Amazing and I didn’t get sick. Great lunch location!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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Nice selection of food and our waitress was well aware of gluten free options. I had the turkey and Brie sandwich on Udis bread. My mom who is also celiac was really happy with her meal. Nice place for a casual lunch!

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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Great food and great atmosphere. Server was knowledgeable. Nice place for a casual lunch.

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Great food options. They use Udis bread and make the GF sandwiches in the back away from all other food.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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Awesome unique flavors, great staff. No problems here. Definitely visit if you are nearby!

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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It’s a small, kind of hole in the wall place so be prepared to wait for a table or take it to go. It’s worth it though. They can put any sandwich on gluten free bread and you can see them making your sandwich for anyone that feels unsure. They also have salads and other options. Not sure if their sides are gluten free as I did not ask but some obviously are not (like pasta salad). I had the Pig N Fig sandwich and my husband had the short rib grilled cheese (both hot sandwiches on gluten free bread). Both were delicious! Favorite was the short rib grilled cheese. Did not get sick and will go back again!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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Updated 6 years ago read full review

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GF bread option. We ordered the pulled pork with fig jelly minus cheese and it was delicious. Also got a green goddess wrap on GF bread--Good as well. Not sure how allergy friendly the kitchen is so if you need to be seriously careful I would inquire.

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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I wondered how good this place could really be after reading these reviews. I waited in a long line and couldn't grab a seat, but goodness that was the best sandwich I've EVER had. I ordered the short rib grilled cheese and it was absolutely phenomenal! Totally worth the wait!

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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Great sandwich options here. If your wanting a good gluten free deli sandwich and you are in Charleston, I'd come here. I just only wish the bread was bigger.

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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Excellent selection. Any sandwich, wrap, or hot dog on the menu is available on gluten free bread. Prices are very reasonable and the staff is great!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Awesome GF sandwiches! Was perfect for lunch.

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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Very delicious and friendly! Open air dining was enjoyable. I ordered the apple "butter" jean sandwich on the gluten free bread and was extremely pleased. They used Udi's thick-sliced bread for their sandwiches. The flavors were great . I highly recommend this place!

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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One of the best sandwiches I've ever had. Great gluten free bread, and a helpful staff!

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Took great care of my gluten free requirements. Just mentioned I was celiac and the staff knew right away what to do. Grilled sandwiches are cooked in a separate pan with great care.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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We sat down before "regular" customers who were served before us because the staff was making our food safely. I was very impressed with the staff and quality of my meal. Dining with celiac is always so scary, but the staff made me feel comfortable. I'm glad they took their time to make my food the right way, even though they were busy. Separate facilities are used, and the cook staff wash their hands and change their gloves when handling gluten free meals. Thank you, Brown Dog! I will definitely be back.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Had one of their turkey in the straw sandwich. Food was great, felt great!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Food was delicious (grilled cheese on GF bread). Staff was incredibly nice-- as soon as I mentioned I was celiac waitress said the cook would change gloves, clean grill, etc (and from my table I could see him doing it). Great experience.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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The GF sandwich my husband ate was very good. I had a vegan sloppy joe, which was also good. The sides of broccoli salad and coleslaw made the meal exceptional.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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I had the best sandwich of my life here! They were also very accommodating to my son with celiac. They happily told him they would carefully clean the grill before cooking his sandwich and would make sure no cross contamination occurred. We will definitely return.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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NO separate cook area. Cooked my sandwich right next to a hoagie roll. Luckily they were slow so I saw them cook mine. Super friendly staff, would recommend for a nonceliac only!

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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