Cinco de Mayo

11 ratings
$$ • Mexican Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Safety Rating
6 ratings

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8874 McGaw Rd
Columbia, MD 21045

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Symptomatic Celiac

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The menu clearly marks items that are gluten free. I ordered the Enchiladas Suizas (marked GF) and further notified the server that if there was a modification necessary to make it gluten free to do so because I was very sensitive. Either she didn't understand me and no modification was made, or the entree is not gluten free as described, or there was some terrible cross contamination, because I had the worst reaction of my life. So glad I was home and not out in public. I did not eat the corn chips because of the shared fryer. (Sensitive Celiac)

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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I asked our server a bunch of questions and he assured me everything was fine. I then asked about the risk of cross contamination with the corn taco shells. He said the gf shells are made/prepped in the same area as the wheat ones. We got up and left. Didn't sound safe at all

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Celiac

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I was cross contaminated here. They assured me everything was gluten free, and that nothing went on the grill but meat. That said, I had chicken tacos and they came with a thin layer of “breading” which they assured me was corn. No sure where it happened, and I should disclose that I am a sensitive Celiac, but I definitely had a reaction from my meal here.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 6 years 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

  • Gluten-Free Menu

Categories

  • Late Night
  • Lunch
  • Mexican
  • Restaurant

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Tasty, filling food with expertly cooked meat. Lots of options if you're a picky eater, and they're very accommodating of allergies and requests. A good place to go for a regular outing, and family reunions.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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My son has Celiac and we had a great experience there. We brought our own chips because they use a shared fryer. he enjoyed the queso dip. The menu had GF clearly labeled and there were many choices. My son doesn't eat much so they made him corn tortillas with cheese quesadilla style. He loved it and they were very inexpensive! Staff was friendly and knowledgeable about keeping ingredients separate in the kitchen.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

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Celiac

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Food was really good. Fast service and friendly staff. Extensive List of GF items.

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Celiac

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Fajitas Texacanos were outstanding! (Steak, shrimp, and chicken.). Margaritas were awesome too! I will definitely be back!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

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Celiac

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Everything that is GF is labeled on the menu. I had the Pollo Loco with charro beans, house sangria, and chips and salsa with no reaction. Plus the food and service was EXCELLENT. A must try of you're missing Mexican food.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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Excellent gf menu, delicious food, very cute setting. Huge drinks!

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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Cinco is awesome!! They have a robust menu all marked with so many gluten free options that you'll have a hard to choosing because it's all so good. After having a hard time finding and enjoying a Mexican food place, Cinco is now my go to. Super delicious food, from appetizers, chips and salsa, entrees and dessert. Enjoy!

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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Lots of gluten free options noted on the menu. I ordered the Flautas and a Jalapeño Margarita which were both very good. Service was fast and attentive. One note of caution: for items which are fried, do ask your server about shared space with gluten containing items. Always better to ask than assume anyhow.

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Reviews of this Chain

Celiac

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Delicious corn tacos and friendly staff aware of Celiac and familiar with menu options/suggestions. Also amazing margaritas!

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main 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


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
Celiac

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Chips are in a shared fryer but plenty of non fried foods. Food is tasty. Some wait staff seem to know more than others but they are always ready to help or to get someone who can be of assistance.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main 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


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
Symptomatic Celiac

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Great food! Have eaten here often and never have issues.

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main 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

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I called this restaurant twice to ask gluten questions specifically before we ordered. When I picked up our order, some of our sides (guacamole, pico, etc) were missing. This is forgivable but what is NOT forgivable is that all of the warmed tortillas that came for our tacos etc were FLOUR TORTILLAS and my daughter ate one before I caught that it wasn’t corn. She was up all night throwing up and will be sick now for at least 48 hours due to this negligence. If you order from here, carefully check all your food and sides before you consume.

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?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main 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?

— Average

Celiac

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*CROSS CONTAMINATION NIGHTMARE*

Please be careful if you have a gluten allergy. Staff does not seem aware of what actually contains gluten (or in some cases what gluten even is..) despite MANY items which are marked gluten free. Items marked gluten free are fried in shared fryers with gluten products and prepared on the same surfaces as gluten containing items. NOT SAFE for those with food allergies or celiac disease.

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?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main 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?

— Poor

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