Cooper's Hawk

I have eaten at Cooper’s Hawk Annapolis many times over the years. I just ate there for the second time since my celiac diagnosis. The menu is extensive, and their recommended wine pairings are helpful. There is an actual physical gf menu. It has a number of good offerings. Last time the salad I ordered came out with croutons by mistake. The server was very embarrassed and said she threw it out herself and spoke with the chef. I appreciated the server’s concern. It was a good meal and evening.

Fortunately this time there weren’t any hiccups. The server said she marked my order “gluten allergy”, which would mean it would be cooked separately. The server brought me warm gf bread, a good Cabernet S., a kale caesar side salad and, for the main course, a Black and Bleu cheeseburger, grilled squash and fresh fruit. It was all delicious. I may join their wine club.

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

— Somewhat

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 lunch
• Reservations recommended

I am so sad to post this but they need to be more careful here. They can tout their menu is gluten free but when they drop off our food and one of the items was NOT gluten free as promised that was a HUGE fail. And telling me they can bring medical staff does NOT help. It’s awful to know your kid got glutened at a place you trusted and all you can do is wait for her to get sick. We’re in the middle of one of the worst days of her life since her diagnosis and I am so angry. Taking the price of one meal off the bill is NOT enough. You can’t sell that you’re careful when you don’t go absolutely above and beyond to be sure you actually are. Will never ever eat her again and that’s a huge shame

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

— Not at all

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen

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?

— Average

Had the sausage and chicken GF pasta. Great tasting food, although came out a bit on the cooler side. The service was great until it got mildly busy, then slowed significantly. Luckily it’s a beautiful spot and was nice to sit for a while! The do have a separate GF with lots of delicious-sounding options and plenty of desserts too! Took the Napa Chicken Salad home for lunch the next day, and it was absolutely amazing!

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

Extensive GF options to choose from. The fact that they had four desserts to choose from was really nice and it wasn’t limited to creme brûlée or ice cream! My salad wasn’t impressive for the cost but I would definitely return to try one of their other options. I picked a salad ‘cause I knew I wanted to have dessert ;) Highly recommend the s’more budino for dessert.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• 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?

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good vegetarian options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers outdoor seating

We go to Coopers Hawk whenever we come back home. We dont have one in TN and they never disappoint. They have a gluten free menu and everything is very good.

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

Food was amazing and service was impeccable. Waitress was great and manager came out to check about my daughter’s allergies, too. Double checked to be sure truffles were free from cross contamination before serving me. Highly recommend.

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

My server Tiffany was fantastic! She explained how the food was prepared to avoid cross contamination. The GF menu has a great selection. The desert was amazing! I didn’t get sick!!!

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good with other allergies
• Offers outdoor seating

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?

— Average

Other Characteristics

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

THE WORST! I ordered a gluten free chicken sandwich and I asked to make sure it was gluten free. They assured me it was and I started eating. The manager saw, but I already had taken multiple bites. I ended up sick for almost a whole week. Do not go here.

Celiac friendly?

No

Cooper’s Hawk is my go-to for fancy GF food. There is a separate GF menu and staff are knowledgeable. You can also order off the regular menu and have substitutions and omissions to make it GF. The candied bacon and artisan cheeses with a GF bun substitution is a must for the appetizer course. Mexican drunken shrimp and chopped wedge salad are a nice fresh duo to start a meal, but may end up filling you by the main course. Don’t miss out on trying the shrimp and scallop risotto and finish up with the flourless chocolate torte.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I was very impressed, so many gf options, my whole meal was amazing. Almost had too many choices it was hard to decide!

The wait staff was phenominal. The food even better! Highly recommend for gluten free

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I had a great gluten-free meal on Valentine’s Day. Great gluten-free bread and very experienced staff! This may be my new favourite restaurant!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

While they do have a GF menu, beware that waitstaff is not always knowledgeable. If you have other allergies, such as dairy, forget it. Not a good experience. Wine is good though!

They have an extensive GF menu but no systems in place to take any particular care of customers with celiac. I was brought regular food and told, "Everything on that plate is gluten safe." Luckily there were other burgers at our table and I could tell my roll was not GF, but I don't trust this restaurant & do not recommend. They need to review their processes.

Celiac friendly?

No

They have a great GF menu and some fabulous wine. The food was fabulous, and they have GF bread. This place was awesome.

Great Pasta Carbonara. Light perfect sauce. Plus good wine.

The BEST! Very safe. AND desserts????? Love it.

I did recently find out there is no dedicated fryer so the bacon wrapped shrimp is a no go

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

All around amazing GF dining experience! Huge selection of options, reassuring understanding of Celiac needs and wonderful service!

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

— Very

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

Amazing food. The G/F bread was the best I have had, hands down. They understand allergies and food restrictions!

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free

Love that they have a gluten free menu with so many options. Food was great and didn't get sick.

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

The service was wonderful and the restaurant was very welcoming. My son has Celiac Disease so I can’t personally comment on his food but he ordered the Chicken Madeira and it looked amazing and he says he loved it. He ate everything on his plate so I would have to agree, he enjoyed his dinner. There is a separate gluten free menu with lots of options. His plate was served first and separate from our order. The rest of our us also thoroughly enjoyed our food.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

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 lunch
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegetarian options
• Offers outdoor seating