My non celiac husband enjoyed the food. Mine was delicious also but I got sick as it’s Gluten Free Friendly but not safe for celiacs. I didn’t order anything fried and still got sick.
— Not at all
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Some
— Good
They don’t have a separate fryer, so everything fried that says GFF, is not celiac safe.
— Not at all
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Not Much
— Average
— Not very
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Not Much
— Excellent
Didn’t end up eating here because they said they do not recommend anything for celiacs, told me that everything labeled GF is “gluten free friendly” meaning no gluten ingredients but is all prepared on the same surfaces and no measures are taken to prevent CC.
— Not at all
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Not Much/None
Went for brunch. I ended up ordering the beef tacos because there were so few decent labeled GF options for brunch. It was good, but nothing amazing.
Added ourselves to the “10 minute” waitlist on the way over but arrived to find it was actually at least 30-45. Ordered takeout instead, which took 20 minutes longer than estimated to come out and only after multiple inquiries on status.
Will try again for dinner because it’s one of the closest GF accommodating places near me, but this was not encouraging.
Not sure about celiac safety. I was able to mark “gluten allergy” on my takeout item, and there were “gluten friendly” items labeled. I’m not used to asking the right questions regarding CC yet, was with hangry family members, and am not sure I’d notice being glutened yet, as I just stopped eating gluten.
— Somewhat
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Not Much
— Good
Gluten free fried chicken! Yum.
— Somewhat
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Some
— Excellent
Ive been here before I had gluten intolerance and am familiar with the menu and service. I asked if specific dishes I was interested in were gluten-free. The waitress said yes. I told her I couldn’t have any gluten so I need to be sure. I then ordered an entree without the bread or cheese. The entree was delivered to me wrapped in flatbread. While I was with a group, all others already had their food when I arrived to meet them. It was also my birthday so my party (who clearly don’t all understand gluten issues) ordered me an apple fritter and ice cream desert as a surprise, from the same waitress. I was sadly unable to eat either one. Not a reliable place for gluten intolerances, clearly.
I could barely hear the server when they spoke to me after a long wait for him to come to the table. The portions were very small for the price. Everything tasted ok but it still was a bit of a letdown.
Yes
Absolutely incredible. Aside from gluten-free fried chicken and MANY other options, the drinks, service and environment are stellar.
Yes
Lest you be mislead by other reviews- the only things the fryer is used for are gluten free items. No, they don't have a separate fryer, but it isn't going to cause any cross contamination. The fried chicken slayed me. I was then kicked out for licking the plate.
Yes
Incredible, awesome food!! After 5 years of not being able to order good fried chicken, today I had some incredible fried chicken, mashed potatoes and collard greens. Service and food are awesome!!
Yes
I've spent a lot of time at busboys and poets, and have a vast array of wonderful memories of eating and drinking here. But most of those are from before I knew that I had celiac. I keep going back on the basis of my fond memories of the food and service; and I keep getting glutened (always by way of cross contamination). If you have celiac, I would recommend avoiding busboys. If you don't worry about cross-contamination, I'd strongly recommend going there. I've given them a "3" to split the difference between the "1" for celiac-friendliness and the "5" for everything else.
No
The gluten free French toast is A-MAZE-ING. SO GOOD!!!
Yes
I went for brunch, and was very excited for the very well advertised gluten-free french toast. Of course, they were all out. I proceeded to pay $8 for eggs, as my diet is extremely limited .
Delicious food, cool vibe but but high risk of gluten cross contamination. My daughter reacted both times we went. The first because they put wheat crackers with her soup despite multiple reminders that she has celiac disease. The second time likely cross contamination as her reaction to gluten is quite recognisable. Service also slow.
No
The fried chicken was fantastic. Cauliflower fritata was so-so. Our son liked the pizza. Lots of good options.
Very helpful and knowledgeable staff, delicious food and we had a good variety of dishes to choose from.
Food was good and have a large gluten free menu however.. There is an issue with there procedures as there was a cross contamination.. Reaction was pretty quick.. Within 10 minutes of leaving I was sick..
Yes
I ordered an omelette, specified my gluten allergy, and it arrived with toast. I sent it back with the server that delivered it, and it returned a minute later, toastless. but it was the same omelette. When I spoke when the waitress she personal took it back and had them remake the omelette. After that everything was fine. But scary.
Yes
amazingly good! Best gluten free meal I have ever had!
they have many gf options as well as dairy free. everything is delicious. a little pricey but worth it for the great quality food. big portions too.
The food was good (though the portions were a little small for the price). GF is labeled on the menu but there are TONS of options that you can get and substitute the bread for GF bread. They’re knowledgeable, labeled my food as an allergy without me even having to ask, and have the ingredients of the food on their handheld notepad in case you have questions or want to do subs.
— Very
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Most/All
— Excellent
My friends and I ate at the Hyattsville Busboys and Poets yesterday and it was a very good experience. I am celiac and had read the reviews of the GF fried chicken. It was delicious! I haven’t eaten fried chicken for years! And our server Josh was there when we needed him. In the past I have had very spotty experience with Busboys and Poets, both in service and also in their understanding of what GF means, (once, after ordering a GF dish, it came with regular bread toast points). When I questioned the server he told me just to not eat the toast points. Anyway, glad I came back
— Somewhat
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Some
— Excellent
Is a good spot if you are only gluten intolerant but not great for celiacs. Not a lot of the menu is truly gluten free with no risk of cross contamination and your dining experience is dependent on your server and whether they understand your needs and can clearly communicate with the kitchen. I’ve had ok experiences eating here but always worry about my meal and whether I can trust the staff to do a good job.
— Somewhat
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Not Much
— Good
Got dinner, Salmon with rice and the house salad were delicious. However they was a lot of miscommunication between staff on what was truly safe or not.
— Somewhat
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Not Much
— Excellent
There is little I could eat here- because of having Celiac's. However the wait staff is very knowledgeable and helped me pick out a salad.
— Somewhat
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Not Much/None