Elote Mexican Kitchen

Owner has celiacs. Lots of gluten free options. Great chips and queso!

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?

— Good

Great place with knowledgeable, friendly staff and tons of great options.

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

They have amazing food.The only thing with gluten that they serve is flour tortillas and a couple of desserts.Great food at affordable prices.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• 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

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 staff was knowledgeable, and the food was great! I love that even the younger staff (no offense) knew exactly what I meant by celiac disease, and knew exactly what had gluten without having to consult a list or ask someone else. My daughter had a kids meal with a cheese quesadilla made w/ corn tortillas, and she was very happy. The queso is amazing. I live in CA, but would come back here again when in the area!

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

I was referred here by a fellow celiac and was so glad to find it. I was told the owner is Celiac as well! I went with my family and was able to order the carne asada street tacos with charro beans and chips and salsa. It was wonderful! I don’t eat out often unless I’m referred by a celiac as I am too scared of cross contamination. The ladies at the register were reassuring and able to tell me right away what not to order, which were the burritos made with flour. But there were tons of options to choose from as I’m also dairy free. Highly recommend!

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?

— 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

Great options for kids! (And kids eat free on Tuesdays!) My family eats here regularly. Owner is Celiac (same owner as Oliva across the street). Fun, casual restaurant. The Casa Salad and Tortilla Soup are my favorites. Delicious.

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

So I have eaten here for years but I had a pretty disappointing experience tonight. I recently got a Nima gluten sensor and decided to try it out. I tested the Elote Special (negative for gluten) and the Mahi Mahi tacos, they tested positive for gluten - twice. I’d never had the Mahi Mahi tacos before. I told management while I was there and they replaced my meal, thinking the tortillas were not the gf option. Our waiter was very apologetic. I took the replacement home and tested the Mahi again and it came back positive, again. I also at the chips and salsa and I definitely didn’t feel good once I got home.

I did call them to let them know but they weren’t very apologetic. They simply said they keep things separate, and that the Mahi Mahi comes packaged so it isn’t even cut there. They also said none of their other customers that eat gluten free have had a reaction but everyone has various levels of sensitivity. I’m very reactive. I told them they need to check with their suppliers if that’s the case.

I’m really upset because this is supposed to be a safe place for people with gluten sensitivities to eat but I didn’t even feel like they cared.

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

— Not very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

Eat here often (almost every Sunday). I go back and forth from the Casa Salad and the Cheese Enchiladas. In the past 4 years I’ve only had a few reactions afterward and that could have very well been my own doing or cross contamination from my kids.

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

— Very

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

I reacted here. Lethargic like I’ve been glutened, headache and barely made it to the bathroom. It’s sad because the Italian restaurant Olivia’s (same owners I hear ) I didn’t react at all ?

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?

— Poor

Other Characteristics

• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout

Great food!!! Loved it

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

I had the Street Tacos with corn tortillas. It was so good we had to come back a second time! The margaritas are fantastic as well!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• 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?

— 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 lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good with other allergies
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating

I was looking forward to this since they bill themselves as entirely GF except for flour tortillas. Unfortunately they didn’t state that the quesadillas use flour tortillas (I know they usually are but thought they might use corn). The online ordering process let us add a GF note for the order but I guess they didn’t notice that. I’m sure they would have fixed the problem but we did curbside pickup and I didn’t notice until after we drove home. Just be careful and if you order online be sure your GF note is more specific.

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 lunch
• Good for takeout
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering

I visited this place while in town on a business trip. Food was great and they are knowledgeable regarding gluten. Highly recommend!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Only thing not-GF are flour tortillas.

Those must be handled in a separate area.

Did take-out due to COVID. Server on phone was great and understood Celiac. Reassured us of the kitchen. Food was great.

Was surprised the restaurant was a bit of a fast food establishment, but food was great, no complaints.

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
• Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
• 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 takeout
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering

Staff was knowledgeable and they made every accommodation!! Food was super delicious. The owners wife is gluten free so they know how to do it right!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Owner has Celiac and has completely separate gluten free kitchen. Safe place to eat with good food.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Great for a cheaper fast food type Mexican place. Owned by a celiac!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Everything on the menu is gluten free except for the flour tortillas. The owner is celiac so staff is all aware of CC and takes precautions not to contaminate with the flour tortillas!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Terrible! I can’t believe there are so many good reviews. Nothing had any flavor. The elote was cold, the tacos were on Mission tortillas and seasoned with what tasted like McCormick taco seasoning. The taquitos were straight from frozen and reheated. Don’t even think about trying the vodka mule...I’m not even sure what that was.

Everything on the menu was GF except the burrito! Staff was knowledgeable and helpful. The restaurant appeared very clean and extremely organized which is always comforting. The GF key lime pie was wonderful! No celiac reaction - highly recommend!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Safe for a celiac. They are very knowledgeable about cross contamination. 💯

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Wow!! Amazing and fresh food We shared the fajitas delicious!! The staff was pleasant and mannerable. The restaurant was clean and tidy Very nice welcoming atmosphere and I didn’t have to worry about getting sick. We will definitely be back

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Top notch. Love this place. Prices are insanely competitive, and they are owned by a fellow celiac. Always an easy go to for us

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Seriously my favorite restaurant! Pretty much every thing is naturally gluten free, so when you tell them they just take extra care to make sure your meal is safe. Eat here at least once a week and never had any issues. Great chips and queso too!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The owner/chef is celiac so no problem telling the staff you are gluten free, The choices are numerous and delicious

Celiac friendly?

Yes

One of our favorite places to eat. Staff knowledgeable and my daughter has never had a reaction.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

We had the most amazing experience at this restaurant! Everything except for two items was gluten free, so we were overwhelmed with choices! The food was beyond amazing, the staff was incredibly accommodating, and the owner was just a phenomenal person. He was beyond kind and accomidating. His wife is gluten free, so he was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful on what to eat that you normally wouldn't be able to order elsewhere. Definitely try this place out, you will not be disappointed!

We have been looking for a safe GF Tex-Mex option in DFW and this fit the bill. Lots of GF options - pretty much anything on the menu except flour tortillas (of course) and desserts. Dedicated GF fryer so chips, taquitos, and even chicken wings were available so our family went a little crazy. Not a fancy place by any means, but the counter servers were knowledgeable and able to answer our questions, and the food was great.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

We love eating here. Lots of great options. Really fresh food. Never had any issues eating here.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

They are super knowledgeable, and do a great job of keeping the food safe. Most items are naturally GF. The co-owner (wife) has Celiac, so takes great care in the food. They also own Oliva Italian across the street, which is equally safe.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The staff is very friendly and knowledgable of their menu. My kids ate every bite of their lunch and my husband and I enjoyed it too! We will definitely be back! I love it when we can find a restaurant that we feel safe to eat with our celiac daughter!!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

My family LOVES Elote! Unless it is a plate served on a flour tortilla, everything they serve is gluten free. I'm not sure what the reviewer was ripping them about, I have ordered several different dishes and have loved every one. They're chicken is actual chicken, everything tastes very fresh, and our family of five can do lunch or dinner for $40 or less, including ordering queso, (which I have enjoyed every time). A sure and safe gluten free environment for the whole family.

good but there other restaurant is better if you can only have one i would choose oliva

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I mean, it's safe. But so bland, they charge for chips and salsa, the salsa has no spiciness and is made with canned tomatoes. Enchiladas weren't bad, but they were lacking in flavor. Queso was gross.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Owner is gluten free. Food is fantastic.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Wonderful food and all gluten free, except for the flour tortillas. One word Tiquitos! yum!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

great for gluten free. Good variety and knowledgeable staff. inexpensive for the quality.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes