Review of Etai's Bakery Cafe - Stapleton

Heard good things for years about this local chain and its locations, but was always doubtful - how can a chain fast casual non-dedicated "Bakery" do safe separation? Went today with excitement, immediately realized that the pdf I had referenced online for the menu was out of date so no keto bowl. Still, the person taking my order repeated that it would be prepared gluten free. I went with the Cubano bowl. It was an okay bowl of this type but nothing exciting. Within 2 hours, which is on the fast side for me, I'm feeling awful after having cooked for myself the past few meals - all the usual CC symptoms - and this level of getting sick sets my digestive health back a few days. If I had to guess: nobody checking if they really are gf beans from the manufacturer? Shared grill surface for the (burnt) plantains? Unsafe practices cutting veggies for the pico de gallo or sliced avocado? Yuck. Maybe the fries are safer, but verify dedicated fryer before you order.

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

— Not at all

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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?

— Average

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Offers outdoor seating