Buddha Bodai

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

— Excellent

NOT SAFE FOR CELIAC!! the menu isn’t very clear about labeling what’s gf. They have tiny stars next to what is GF but it’s confusing to tell which entree is labeled. I thought the stars were to the right of stated gf items, but they are actually on the left. Staff wasn’t good about stating what dishes were which when bringing them out. They didnt seem to care about me stating my dietary needs and questioning about the gf items. I got glutened here. the food isn’t even good (gf or not according to my sister). Would not recommend AT ALL.

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 vegetarian options

Great Dumplings! Friendly & knowledgeable staff at desk.

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

Would not recommend the chow fun gf, it was white with very little sauce. We did enjoy the Chinese broccoli and tofu/mushrooms with Thai basil sauce. Watercress dumplings also nice but there was no dipping sauce. Went on CNY so it was really busy and that could be why.

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?

— Average

It was NOT gluten free. We asked repeatedly, they said it was safe, and now my son is sick. Do not eat here if you cannot eat gluten.

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

— Not at all

I love that this vegan restaurant has a ton of vegan options, but I tested with a Nima tester and gluten was detected. Not safe for those with celiac disease.

Fantastic restaurant with tons of GF options (over 20 different dishes). Great GF dumplings. Staff are highly aware of GF, and for example: made sure that we only take things which were not cooked in the same oil as other things, and brought GF soy sauce to our table.

Food was so delicious and the service is fantastic.

It's also vegetarian and Kosher.

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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 Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers outdoor seating

Great food. Lots of GF options! I didn’t get sick. Will come back.

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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 place for Chinese food with very attentive staff for Gluten-free customers. Menu clearly indicates (many) 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

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers delivery
• Offers outdoor seating
• Reservations recommended

NOT SAFE! I’ve gotten glutened here on SOOOO many occasions! I’ve tried it countless amount of times and I always end up throwing up in the taxi cab on the way home! So much cross contamination in this place! Definitely NOT SAFE for celiac consumption!!!

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

— Not 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?

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for takeout
• Good vegan options

Dedicated gluten free menu, vegan and kosher. The food was great!

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

— Very

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?

— Good

The waiter was understanding and knew about my allergy when I ordered. They have a gluten free menu and I felt confident eating there. The food was very good!!

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers outdoor seating

This place is so delicious it make me wish I lived in Chinatown. A wide variety of the menu can be made gluten free and the servers always make sure you know what you can and can’t eat once you tell them you’re gluten free

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for lunch
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Offers outdoor seating

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

Had an excellent, filling meal here. The menu is very clearly labeled as to what is gluten free and what isn’t. I will note that if you’re not careful, the dim sum menu can be confusing as to which column the symbol is marking as gluten free. My friend made a mistake initially, and I corrected her.

I ordered off the gluten free menu and the dim sum. It’s unfortunate that the gluten free menu doesn’t have any lunch special options, so you’re forced off the bat to pay twice as much as everyone else, but I guess we have to be used to that already lol.

The soup I had was memorable and delicious (spinach mushroom). Will definitely be going back.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I got glutened here last week. My boyfriend’s mom spoke to the waitress in Chinese to ask about gluten and contamination, and we ordered everything for the table to be gluten free. We did dim sum and 2 entrees from the gluten free menu. The waitress said that they share the fryer with gluten items, so we asked for items to be sautéed instead of fried. I still got sick. This may have been a one time thing, but a mistake was definitely made. I was very disappointed since the reviews had been so positive.

Celiac friendly?

No

Great and safe food. I am celiac and had no issues eating here. I see someone mentioned a Nima tester but would like to point out those aren’t very accurate so don’t deprive yourself! Love this place.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Many gluten free options. Has gluten free menu.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Great food! Safe to eat at! And the people were really nice too???? What a concept!!! Haha but seriously this place was GREAT. I had the ginger pine nut fried rice and it was so good. My boyfriend (not gluten free) was really happy with his food, and he said if I hadn’t said anything he wouldn’t have noticed the chicken wasn’t real. Fair warning though-the food is very filling and the servings are huge! You could easily share a plate with someone or just have leftovers. Make sure you use silverware as wooden chopsticks that are reused can often lead to cross contamination.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Went here for Dim Sum - was impressed to find a menu with tons of options - and dumplings!! Make sure to specify gluten free when you order the starred options and they will bring you GF Tamari. The mock meat leaves a bit to be desired taste wise so I would recommend sticking to the veggie/mushroom based dishes which were more flavourful.

Just remodeled and it is very nice. They are knowledgeable of gluten free and there are many good options

Restaurant is unfortunately not extremely well kept, when I went there I found a fly in my tea. As for gluten free they can do that, but the options are not large

When I saw a vegetarian Chinese restaurant with numerous gluten free options, I knew I had to try it! We went there on a Sunday for brunch and it was packed with a line forming out the door.

There was a tall crabby guy with a bad attitude that was seating people. When I called to make a reservation, they said they don't take any. As food was whizzing by to tables, my husband asked the same tall guy what one of the deserts were and he was very curt and just said the name of it in Chinese. Like we understand Mandarin or Cantonese or know what he said?!?!

So we finally got our table and placed our order. 1 small appetizer arrives after 30 minutes at the table. And about 50 min-1 hr after we sat down, all the food we ordered comes out all at once! So we ask for hot sauce and they come with a tiny container containing about 2 tablespoons hot sauce for 4 PEOPLE! So we ask the waiters again for more hot sauce & they didn't bring us any! We were all so hungry that we scarfed down the food only to realize they never gave us water or refilled the teapot! We ask for the water and it comes to us as we ask for the check.

All in all, poor customer service, but GOOD food. There were only 3 waiters running around and I can understand it's difficult! If a restaurant is that busy during Sunday brunch, they need to hire more help!

In conclusion, the food was good and I would recommend the jellyfish and seaweed wrap appetizer as I only ate the gluten free dishes. The coconut dessert type thing is really good but make sure you have water nearby because it is dry!

TO SUM UP: ORDER TAKEOUT or don't do Sunday brunch there!!!!! I can't speak for the rest of the week and how crowded it is, so maybe service is better during the week. Food is good but poor customer service means I wont be visiting here again.

The gluten-free items are clearly marked on the Dim Sum list, and they have a separate gluten-free menu for kitchen items. However I didn't order any kitchen items so I can't speak to cross-contamination, but I have celiac and had no problems eating there today. The owner (or manager, or whoever I spoke to) was very understanding. Great dim sum, and not to mention cheap.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Mom and I ate here today, since it was one of the few "near me" locations that didn't involve pizza or pasta. I was skeptical of the vegan/vegetarian part, since I have allergies to some veggies. The food we ordered was great. Mom got the 'chicken' with Chinese broccoli in black pepper sauce and watercress dumplings. I got the spicy 'meat' with green peppers. Very delicious but I can't say yes/no on if it's celiac - friendly because I don't know how their kitchen is for cross - contamination. Overall a great place that I would recommend.

A lot of gluten free choices! Staff was very nice and accommodating. I got a side of white rice and the gluten free sweet and sour veg. ribs which comes with pineapple and green peppers. Very tasty!

100% vegetarian Chinatown restaurant. This is not Americanized Chinese food. They have fake meat for all dishes much of which is made with wheat gluten. However, they do also have a bunch of GF items. Food was interesting and not what I was used to. It's also Kosher. I'm not sure how much I trust their kitchen for CC but it was certainly an experience.