Casa Reina Taqueria & Tequila

The menu doesn’t say GF but like most Mexican restaurants, you can find plenty of things corn based. I have a wheat allergy and had no issues. I ordered chips and salsa (delicious!) and the chicken enchiladas. I didn’t have any trouble with my allergy, all was made the corn, and the food was great! Our waitress was super sweet and easy to ask questions of.

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

— Somewhat

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

I was looking forward to the shrimp enchiladas and they did not disappoint. They do have a separate gf menu. Shared fryer, so chips are out. We went went it was insanely busy, so the food took a really long time, but it was very good. We would love to go back when it isn't so crazy mobbed! 😜 Mine came with white rice and black beans. It was yummy!

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?

— Good

Great location across from the Castillo and the Bridge of Lions in historic St Augustine, with optional rooftop patio dining. Server was very helpful (I also must avoid dairy and soy) including the caution of a lack of dedicated fryer. No reservations taken, but call-ahead seating is accepted.

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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 Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for keto
• Good for lunch
• Good for soy-free
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers outdoor seating
• Paleo friendly

I got glutened. :/ I Ordered off the GF menu and talked to the server about how I had Celiac, and she said she understood. The meal came out, and I took one bite and immediately knew. She took back my food and admitted that she just thought all the food on the menus was GF, and she didn’t realize that she needed to tell the kitchen about any allergies or modifications.

I was so excited for this place, so it was really disappointing. Manager did apologize profusely.

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

Wait times were insane, but the food was great and celiac safe. Tortilla are not GF and are fried in CC fryer.

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

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

Casa Reina has a separate gluten sensitive menu and it has lots of items to choose from. I actually had a really hard time deciding what I wanted! I ended up getting the chips and salsa which were so good! And I got the grilled chicken salad. This salad had a flare all of its own! The honey chipotle vinaigrette dressing was delicious. (I am not celiac but I am extremely gluten sensitive.) The waitress was very knowledgeable and provided me with a gluten sensitive menu as well as made a few recommendations. (Not food related but we ate on the roof and it was beautiful!!)

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

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 dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating

Decent amount of offerings. Separate menu. Corn tortillas. Chips in a shared fryer.

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?

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for dinner
• Offers outdoor seating
• Reservations recommended

Just had a delicious dinner at Casa Reina Taqueria • Tequila in Saint Augustine!

I messaged the restaurant and asked if they had a separate GF menu and they replied that they DID, but also warned that their kitchen wasn’t completely GF. I thanked them for knowing the difference!

Dinner was great, the waitress was great and substitutions were easily made. She warned me about possible fryer cross-contamination with the nachos (I took the chance… there weren’t a lot of fried items on the menu, so I took the chance…. So far, so good!)

Would definitely recommend!

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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

I really enjoyed my food. I had the honey lime shrimp fajita bowl. The chips are NOT gluten free, they are in a shared fryer. Check with your server on the menu, it’s gluten sensitive not gluten free so you need to make sure they make every precaution! They made sure my shrimp was cooked in a pan rather than on the grill.

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?

— Excellent

Overall great experience. Had a gluten sensitive menu due to potential cross contamination but there was lots of great options. Our waiter didn't say much when we asked for our things gluten free but when our main course got to the table he assured us it was (I could also taste that the shells were corn) Very good just don't get to filled up on chips and queso!

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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

I had carnitas, refried beans and rice. The waitress didn’t fill me with confidence but I don’t think that had anything to do with the restaurant. It may have even been a me issue, so far I have been ok so I think it was safe. I felt more safe than other restaurants. I also got the flan which is basically just crustless cheesecake, I don’t believe it’s like a real flan. But I do like cheesecake. It’s huge so get it to share.

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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

I’m a st augustine local and was so excited to find this place. They have a “gluten sensitive” menu so not everything on the menu is free of cross contamination. I was told by my knowledgeable waitress and hostess to avoid anything fried due to a shared fryer.

They cooked my food in a separate pan and it was phenomenal. We will now be regulars here.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

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 dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Offers outdoor seating

Delicious delicious delicious!! Authentic tacos and great drinks!! Atmosphere is fantastic also!! Server was super knowledgeable about the GF menu and was making great suggestions for drinks and menu choices. They don’t have a dedicated fryer, only thing I didn’t like but still plenty of food to choose from for a celiac.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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

Food was great! I even had some of the chips, which our waiter warned could have traces of gluten, but had no adverse reaction. Our waiter was also gluten free so that was nice to have his input!

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

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

— Excellent

I will preface that I am not a celiac, but am gluten intolerant. I have been coming here almost weekly for a year and never had an issue. I have had the chips and salsa and a number of plates here and always had a great experience. Today, I actually found out they DO have a gluten sensitive menu! 🙌🏼

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

I had the chicken tinga tacos from their gluten free menu. I also ordered some black beans and rice. The food all tasted great and I didn't get sick! I would definitely eat there again.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

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 dinner
• Good for lunch
• Offers outdoor seating

Celiacs. Our server Rehana? was great. Went way beyond to make sure my order was prepared properly. Very knowledgeable and a great personality. Great total experience

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

— Very

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

I sat down to order and asked about gluten free meal options. I was ready to order the chips and salsa when the waitress stopped me and asked if I had celiac disease. I told her I did, and she warned me that the chips were made in a shared fryer and therefore were not celiac safe. The staff is extremely knowledgeable and careful when it comes to cross contamination. They can provide knowledge about which options are safe for customers with Celiac disease. The food is delicious and the view from the terrace is incredibe. The inside of the resturant is also beautifully decorated. Great and safe food with a top notch atmosphere!

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

— Very

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