Called out in the New York Times as a top restaurant in Austin! (And we foodies like it because it’s got tons GF choices!)
Here’s the NYT review:
“The chef Tavel Bristol-Joseph made a name for himself in Austin with the pastries at Emmer & Rye and Hestia, which he co-owns. Here at Canje — an ode to his Guyanese roots, with a menu that also stretches across the Caribbean — he has switched gears, with brilliant results. The food is a tangy, spicy, coconutty dreamscape. Tilefish soaked in tamarind and rum butter. Prawns brushed with a verdant green seasoning and smoked chiles. A tres leches cake drenched in coconut milk. What makes the jerk chicken so supercharged with flavor? Mr. Bristol-Joseph ferments his seasoning. And plan on at least one order of the buttery Guyanese-style roti per person. PRIYA KRISHNA”
— Very
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— Somewhat
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— Excellent
Great food and although there aren’t marked item - they are very informed and most items are celiac friendly if you ask.
— Very
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— Excellent
Food is delicious each time I’ve gone (pre and post diagnosis). There’s only 3-4 things on the menu that contain gluten which makes it easy to choose.
However, there is not a dedicated fryer. I learned that the hard way and got glutened. Be very clear to your server you cannot have anything fried on your dish(es).
— Somewhat
— No gluten-free information on the menu
— Some
— Excellent
Waitress was fantastic in letting me know what was safe for me. Food was awesome, I’ll be back
— Very
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— Excellent
This place is one of my favorite restaurants in Austin! It is a must try! Talk to the staff about gluten and they will reassure you that everything on the menu is gluten free with the exception of 2 or 3 items. I would highly recommend making reservations and checking this place out. It has a Caribbean vibe and the food is delicious.
— Very
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— Excellent