Review of Elmo's Diner

Staff are knowledgeable (and when they are unsure, they are quick to verify with a manager), accommodating, and treat the situation seriously. All orders with food allergies are run through a manager. I think cross-contact is still a likely risk here, but care is taken to communicate the risk clearly and avoid as much as possible.

Restaurant has a "gluten sensitive" menu that highlights items on the regular menu that are naturally GF or that can be modified (for instance, swapping a corn tortilla base for the wheat in huevos rancheros). Items that are fried in the non-dedicated fryer are listed but include a cross-contact warning. Restaurant has GF bread available, though cross-contact is a risk they state up front.

Overall I think this is a great option if the stated risk level is acceptable for your health. I eat here pretty often and have never been sick.

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

— Somewhat

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?

— 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 keto
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegetarian options
• Good with other allergies