Emma's Cafe

6 recent ratings
$$ • Cafe
Reported NOT to have a gluten-free menu, but gluten-free options are available
Reported GF menu options: Bread/Buns
Safety Rating
6 ratings

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37 Main St
Sterling, MA 01564
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Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

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The cashier wasn’t knowledgeable so I was a bit nervous. I had scrambled eggs, bacon, home fries and toast. The toast came buttered so asked if it was a separate gf butter crock and the waiter confirmed that it was. I had no symptoms, the food was delicious and very reasonably priced.

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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 months ago read full review

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Excellent breakfast. Omelette, bacon, and hash browns made in separate skillet. Gf dedicated toaster and great iced coffee. We will be back!

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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 8 months ago read full review

Overall Rating

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They don't have a gluten free menu because (almost) everything on the menu is available Gluten Free on request. It's a shame they don't make it more obvious when ordering in person, but it is very clear when ordering online. Even the stuffed French Toast!

The food is delicious and the place is packed consistently. There is no "Dedicated GF fryer" as there is no fryer at all - they have no fried offerings, but they are very good about cleaning/glove switching/ and using dedicated spaces.

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
  • 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

Quality & Quantity


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


Other Characteristics
  • Dog friendly
  • 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 vegan options
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 8 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

  • Reported to have dedicated kitchen space
  • Bread/Buns

Categories

  • Allergy Friendly
  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Cafe
  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Dog Friendly
  • Healthy
  • Keto Friendly
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Online Ordering
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Takeout
  • Vegan Friendly

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Celiac

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Review


Dedicated GF toaster and they made my omelette in a pan. Asked and the potatoes were GF too. What a treat. Thanked the owner, he was happy to accommodate to GF for a decade.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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 11 months ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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Nice little Cafe and I really wanted to like them. They have gluten free bread. I tried a different gluten free sandwich each time and went 3 times. Every time the bread was small and hard. Like trying to eat a sandwich on a Croutons. It was so hard it cut up the inside of my mouth. Would not order a sandwich here again. My friend likes their burger bowls, so maybe I'll give them another chance and try that.

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?

— Below Average

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Emma's has gluten free bread and a dedicated toaster. The owner was good to talk with and said they take proper precautions if there is an allergy to gluten. Service was good and I enjoyed a nice gluten free sandwich.

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

Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


I’m celiac and very sensitive and had no issues despite the server bringing out my plate with a giant plate of gluten-filled food. I was nervous but ate it anyway. Portions were good except for the gluten free food. I had the $12 cheese steak and it was literally a sandwich on regular sized bread. I had been told it would be 2. Oh well, I don’t need the calories. :)

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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They do not advertise it but they do have gf bread. Also great smoothies (including fresh OJ!) & oatmeal. I can’t comment on their griddle because I am intolerant, not celiac, but a good breakfast. Fast service, too!

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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