El Paraiso Mexican Grill

The first time I went, all went well. The owner actually spoke with me when I shared with the waitress I had Celiacs. He made sure they used a different pan to make my food. The second time, he was not there. I shared that I had Celiacs, and was told they understood. The corn tortias tasted different, and tasted like regular flour was mixed in. I only ate half of one since I was scared it was not 100% corn. Yup, within a half hour I was super sick. * 6 months later tried their other place off of 112th- sick again. So bummed I can't find any Mexican place to eat.

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

This was a good experience for me. I got a chicken enchilada with beans and rice. They replaced the flour tortilla with a corn tortilla. I did not feel sick after I ate this, and the food tasted good.

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?

— Good

Excellent food and service. The staff is very knowledgeable about celiac. The only negative is that the tortilla chips are fried in a communal 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?

— 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 for takeout
• Good vegetarian options
• Offers outdoor seating

Great spot before Silvertip games or visiting the children’s museum!

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

Got the enchiladas, the waiter was knowledgeable about what would be safest on the menu etc. Good food and felt safe

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

— Somewhat

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

Wonderful place!! They absolutely understand gluten-free and bake tortillas in the oven for me so I can enjoy chips and salsa - for free!!!

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
• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers outdoor seating

The manager here is very serious about understanding and accommodating celiac disease and gluten intolerance. I have eaten here multiple times, as have my extremely sensitive family members, and we’ve had no issues. Here are the details: 1. I immediately ask for the manager when I arrive, greet him cheerfully, remind him who I am, and ask him to ensure my safety in his restaurant today. He is now guarding my food. 2. Shared fryer. Don’t bother ordering anything deep fried, including chips. He’ll offer to oven bake their house made corn tortillas for you. Thoughtful, but disgusting. 3. There’s no flour on the premises. Hooray! 4. They use the same press to heat corn and flour tortillas. For celiac, they line the press before using it. Once, I had cross contaminated tortillas delivered with my fajitas. They literally RAN to stop me from taking my first bite, and delivered me to only new tortillas, but another helping of fajita filling. 5. Their food is awesome. Go for dinner to get fresh tortillas straight off the grill where an abuelita is making them at the front of the restaurant. This is on no way an “I only eat here because I am gfree “ restaurant. It’s good for eating with your non gfree friends.

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?

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

Stay away from nachos, not a dedicated fryer. Ordered enchiladas and didnt have any issues. Very good. They dont have a gluten free menu. Ask staff lots of questions, very helpful.

No gluten free indications in the menu as previous reviewers stated, they must’ve changed it. Staff was not knowledgeable. I would not recommend this placed for celiacs.

Our waitress was very knowable. Most important thing, I didn’t get sick! Food was very good and portions are great size.

I'm surprised the reviews are so good for this place. I went and ordered the chicken la crema with corn tortillas and ended up sick. The only thing I can think of is that it was from the chips. It's frustrating that the server said that everything was gluten free there (clearly not the case considering they serve flour tortillas). Seems like he really had no idea and that should have been my first sign to leave.

Celiac friendly?

No

Great food. Quick and tasty. So far I feel great! I will be back

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Awesome food! 98% of their menu is gluten free. Only flour tortillas and mole has gluten in it.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The staff was knowledgeable and explained the only gluten containing items in the restaurant other than the flour tortillas are alcoholic beverages.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

They make their own corn tortillas. Best Mexican in Everett.

Celiac friendly?

Yes