Buttermilk Cafe

4 ratings
$$ • Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Bread/Buns, Pancakes, Sandwiches
Safety Rating
4 ratings

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925 Milwaukee Ave Unit 500
Vernon Hills, IL 60061

Most Recent Reviews


Celiac

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Honestly, this used to be a go-to place but not so much anymore. While they do have a gluten free menu and some GF coffee syrups, I’ve gotten sick every time I’ve been there the last year. Different servers have reported different things to be gluten free and we’ve found lipstick and thumb prints on cups/plates. I don’t like leaving negative reviews, but I can’t endorse it in good conscience as a celiac.

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?

— Separate gluten-free 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?

— Average

Updated 4 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Dedicated gf menu and separate area for gf foods is advertised. Second time I had pancakes I feel there was some cross contamination from the griddle or dishes potentially. The staff us very knowledgeable and accommodating, one of the few places I feel I can trust for brunch.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
  • Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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?

— Good

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Offers outdoor seating
  • Reservations recommended
Updated 6 months ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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Huge portions! Separate gf menu and kitchen and waitstaff are trained in gf needs.

It does get quite busy so it is noisy but it is so good!

Safety


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

— Very

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 7 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

  • Reported to have dedicated kitchen space
  • Bread/Buns
  • Gluten-Free Menu
  • Pancakes
  • Sandwiches

Categories

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Coffee Shop
  • Lunch
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restaurant

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Gluten Intolerant

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Food was good! Portion sizes are huge but they were very accommodating with my health needs when I talked to the server.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

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?

— Good

Updated 10 months ago read full review

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