El Sombrero Mexican Restaurant

5 recent ratings
$$ • Mexican Restaurant
Reported NOT to have a gluten-free menu, but gluten-free options are available
Reported GF menu options: Tacos, Tortillas
Safety Rating
5 ratings

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1012 E North St
Rapid City, SD 57701
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Most Recent Reviews


Overall Rating

Review


I had the Huevos Rancheros. It was delicious. The staff was knowledgeable about my needs.

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 1 month ago read full review

Celiac

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Review


Loved this place but do note that there is a shared fryer being used therefore the chips are not safe. Also, the rice here is not gluten free either. Staff was knowledgeable and made me fajitas in a separate span and brought corn tortillas. Good stuff. No issues.

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Quality & Quantity


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


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
Updated 1 month ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Good food. I love their cheese enchiladas with corn shells. They are understanding when you mention that you’re gluten free

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Updated 6 months 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

  • Tacos
  • Tortillas

Categories

  • Dinner
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Mexican
  • Restaurant
  • Takeout

Photos


Steak Fajitas
Sides - Note: NO RICE
Steak Fajitas
Corn Tortillas
Shredded Beef Enchilada
Inside
Inside
Inside
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Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


When we entered, we asked right away if they had gluten free options and we were told yes. Our server was very knowledgeable about cross contamination and made sure that the grill was cleaned before the food was prepared. She made us feel very comfortable eating there. Food was very good. We’d definitely go back.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Yum! The street tacos and tamales are delicious.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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?

— Good

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Delicious food, supportive staff. Would not say all are knowledgeable but they are all friendly and willing to learn. You can bring your own chips which is very nice. Just be aware, the rice is fried with other gluten items. I ate it twice until I got a different waitress who informed me. Luckily i didn’t get too sick, so must not be much CC with the rice because i usually react really bad. They were really nice and made me a new plate. Definitely recommend! My favorite is cheese enchiladas with green sauce.

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
  • Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Really great food! I let the server know that I am extremely allergic to gluten (celiac) and they completely understood. I wanted to double check on the tamales (traditionally gluten free), but the server who said that the masa may contain gluten -thank you for saving me a belly ache and clarifying! He even double checked about if we wanted chips with our order because they share a fryer with flour-fried foods (said no to the chips). Many options, super delicious, and no reactions!

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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


Other Characteristics
  • Good for takeout
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Owner helped us and assured me that all meats and sauces are gluten free, and that they will change gloves when preparing my plate. Not a dedicated fryer as previous reviews stated. I enjoyed a carne asada street taco and a cheese enchilada with rice and beans. Highly recommend.

Safety


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

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


I asked as soon as we sat down what was gluten free, I was blown away when the server said pretty much everything can be made gluten free except the burritos. Just sub corn tortillas. I got the pork carnitas tacos, they were fantastic, I could've eaten 3 more! The server even asked if cross contamination was an issue, I said yes, he said that he would have them cook my stuff in a fresh pan. Great experience, great food. Don't miss out, try this place!

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer
  • 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

Quality & Quantity


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


Other Characteristics
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Very knowledgeable about cross-contamination and the like. They do not have a dedicated fryer but we chose corn shells, brought our own chips (they said no problem l) and we had zero issues. (My daughter has celiac disease)

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


The DO NOThave a dedicated fryer, so nothing fried for those with celiac. They make all their own shells and chips, so the only option is something grilled or they have soft corn shells. They are knowledgeable of cross contamination.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


I was skeptical about finding good Mexican food in South Dakota but this was excellent Mexican food! Gluten free corn chips made in house in dedicated fryer. Taco plate was delicious with in house made corn tortillas. casual atmosphere

Updated 4 years ago read full review

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