At our last visit, our waitress informed us that the "dedicated gluten free fryer" is NOT always kept gluten free, particularly if the restaurant is busy (when is The Cheesecake Factory not busy?!). She explained that the kitchen will often fry gluten-contaminated items in there if they are in a rush, and that there is no way to know if someone did this earlier in the day. She also explained that the kitchen staff frequently handle gluten-containing food over the gluten-free fryer, so there is a chance that gluten could fall in. The most alarming out of all of this is I have eaten here before and have NEVER been told this information. In fact, I've been told the opposite ("completely gluten free,"). My silverware and plate were dirty (possible contamination) and when I was brought new silverware, it was ALSO DIRTY. So sad about this experience!
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The Cheesecake Factory has an extensive gluten free menu. Gluten free options include pasta, burgers (with buns), and cheesecake for dessert.
An incredible dedicated GF menu with lots of options . . . not just salads!! Burgers, pasta, appetizers--everything I tried is delicious! And The Godiva cheesecake is GF!!
Have so much to offer!
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Cheesecake is always safe for me.
— Very
— Most/All
— Excellent
Was not bad but experience varies by server. We came twice as staying nearby... only on the 2nd visit did our server correct the misinformation from the first server.
There is NO dedicated fryer... it is shared oil. A lot of the staff are unclear of the difference
— Not very
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Some
Menu is marked but ask about cross contamination. Fries are not in dedicated fryer
— Not very
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Some
— Excellent
I ordered a spicey GF pasta- it was ok. The Godiva chocolate cheesecake was fabulous!
— Very
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Some
— Good
Tried to order a gluten free four cheese pasta for my Celiac daughter. When asked if they cook the pasta in separate water and use separate utensils, they said unfortunately they cook it in the same water as gluten pasta and they can’t use separate water. :(
— Not at all