Early Girl Eatery

We enjoyed a late lunch here. Flounder Tempura was delicious. GF fries yummy and Apple bread pudding with vanilla sauce🫣oh my gosh, so good!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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 Characteristics

• Good vegetarian options

I have been there multiple times, hoping for a good experience, because they have such an extensive gluten-free menu. Unfortunately, the food is subpar to disgusting the past six months to a year. From burnt fish, to soggy fries, bad lettuce in the salad, to them getting my order wrong on two occasions and serving me a regular bun. Go to the south location for good, safe food!

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

— Not at all

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

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

— Poor

Even the non-celiacs in our family liked the pork bbq breakfast bowl! I enjoyed dining in and ordering takeout from this restaurant. GF items are marked on menu.

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

— Somewhat

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?

— Excellent

Long wait and extremely slow service but lots of great gluten free options to choose from. My salad was 4/5 stars as the fried chicken on my salad was flavorful and the creamy garlic (gf) dressing was great! my husbands Cali bowl was a bland 2/5.

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?

— Good

Loved this place before I was GF, and love it even more now! The waffles and chicken are to die for, and hard to believe they are GF. Most of their sides are GF too by default!!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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 Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for lunch
• Good selection of healthy options

This place is amazing for celiacs! There was about a 30 min wait when I got there, but I would wait hours to eat there again. It was so worth it! I seriously almost cried eating my food, it was the most delicious gluten free goodness. I wanted to go back and kiss every one of the kitchen staff for making so many delicious gluten free options for people like us. I ordered the chicken and waffles. Holy wow! Fried chicken was incredibly tender, juicy, and the crust was light and crunchy. Waffles were fluffy and tasted like there was mounds of gluten in it, but there wasn't. I swear, I asked... a lot! They don't even serve glutinous waffles in the restaurant. Everything that goes in their friers is gluten free, so theres no worry of coss contamination there. The only thing on their menu that was glutinous was the biscuits. I was the only celiac in my group and everyone loved their food. I wish I could eat there everyday!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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

This place is amazing! I had chicken and waffles with vegetarian herb gravy and it was amazing! The chicken was tender on the inside and the breading was crispy and delicious. We went twice who look e in Asheville. I highly recommend them. The lavender a r lemonade is also good.

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for lunch

Delicious! Had the chicken and waffles, more food than I could eat. The breading on the fried chicken was light and crispy, something I haven't had in so long! The coffee was delicious too!

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

Went for breakfast. Food was really good but did feel like my options were a bit limited because of my egg allergy as well as celiac. Ordered the Cali Bowl with the fried chicken (dedicated gf fryer) instead of tempeh, and it was really flavorful. Felt very safe as far as cross contamination and staff knowledge.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for lunch
• Good vegan options
• Offers outdoor seating

Had the best salad with fried chicken. The waitress knew my requirements. Can’t wait to eat here again, really nice experience.

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

— Very

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

Ate here twice while Staying in the Asheville area. Good food, items clearly on the menu marked gluten free. Meatloaf with tomato gravy was legit! Breakfast bowls were delicious. Veggie and Porky bowl ordered for me and my wife, good coffee and friendly staff. Hoping we get a chance to come back and support this establishment again!

No reactions or problems!

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

Lots of options on the menu, including fried chicken, waffles, sandwich buns etc. Felt great afterwards!

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

— Somewhat

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 Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Offers outdoor seating

Early Girl Cafe was amazing! Everything tasted so good! Practically everything on the menu is GF!

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

Delicious. Gf. Wonderful. Clearly labeled items for gf and vegan

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

GF Fish and chips? Yes, thank you!! Haven’t had breaded fish in 6 years! Loved it! The fries weren’t great and I ordered it to go and asked for ranch for my fries and they gave me about 2 Tbsp, not enough, so I couldn’t give them a 5 star.

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?

— Good

Very good staff and the GF food is amazing 😍

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

We stopped in for breakfast and I had the Yam Scram ®* (GF)

Cage-free eggs scrambled with local pork sausage, shiitake mushrooms, sweet potatoes, chopped applewood-smoked bacon, and fresh green onion. Includes choice of hot sauce

Not a hot sauce person so opted out of that but this dish was incredible! They also had gf toast and a local made berry jam which was awesome.

This is must have if you are in the area!!❤

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good selection of healthy options

Chef ignored gf protocol and switched gravy was deathly ill. Spoke to manager who offered no compensation not even the cost of my meal. I missed work for a week! I will NEVER eat here again

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

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

— Poor

Great experience. Felt very safe and confident in the protocols. Friendly service and delicious food. It’s such a relief when traveling to have a place like this. The GF waffle is the real star along with the fried chicken. 10/10!!

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

This place was amazing. Just about everything gluten free. I had fried chicken and waffles. All gf. Very knowledgeable and very kind.

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

The chicken tenders are AMAZING! The drinks were great and the gluten free selection is immense! Ate there twice within 24 hours and will be back next time we are in town!

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch

Oh my gosh! This place is a celiac’s dream. Farm to table, uses locally sourced foods - and the delicious gf waffles, fried chicken and bread pudding!!!! There was so much to choose from on the menu, which was clearly marked. Our server was very knowledgeable and they understood about cross contamination.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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

Incredible experience. The food options and variety first of all surpassed my expectations. Then!!! They lived up to the hype. Absolutely delicious. We drove an hour and a half to come and it was worth it. Absolutely will be back.

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

Excellent experience, detailed information and staff is very observant

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

— Very

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

The chicken and waffles is insanely good! Lovely 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

Chicken and waffles were good! I didn’t care for the poutine. Knowledgeable and safe GF spot

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?

— Some

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

— Good

Ordered fish and chips. Both fries and fish were cooked in a gf fryer. Food was delicious! Service was good but they were short staffed on Saturday night. Just a word of caution that although the fryer is dedicated,!they do cook a lot of pancakes here,’so manager has informed me that there is still some chance of cross-contamination. But this will be one of my go to places in Asheville going forward.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

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 Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dinner
• Good for lunch
• Good vegan options
• Offers outdoor seating

Love love love this place!! I had their chicken pot pie waffle and it was like my grandma made it. My husband had the fried chicken, mashed potatoes and green beans. It was amazing. The service was great (thanks Maddie!). Will definitely be back.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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 breakfast/brunch
• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers outdoor seating

Amazing, gluten free fried chicken and waffles. What else is there to say? 🤤

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

— Somewhat

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?

— Excellent

I felt confident that the food was prepared safely, but found it overall mediocre. The service was slow, and some of the ingredients listed on the menu for my salad were not included. I had gotten it to go, so perhaps it would have been better in person.

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?

— Some

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

— Average

The food was delicious. We got food to go for dinner as well. The waitress let us know they only used gluten free flour so all the fried foods were gluten free. Everything was so delicious and safe!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

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

There were so many GF options on the menu that it was hard to choose! With a dedicated fryer and strong allergy protocols, we felt very safe ordering food here. We loved the fried chicken, the fish & chips and the BBQ pork mac & cheese. My celiac son was in heaven! We were visiting from out of town and took it to go (Covid-style!) and they were helpful and friendly. Would love to go back in normal times and enjoy a meal in-house as this west Asheville location had a fun funky vibe and a large shady outside patio area.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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 Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good vegan options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating