Fountain Diner-Restaurant

I feel 100 safe eating here and I’m a Celiac sensitive to cross contact. The menu has gf options labeled & the menu states they can make almost anything gf. The server was totally aware of gf & it was like second nature to him. And the food came marked with gf toothpick stick thing to show my food was gf.

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

— Very

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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast
• Good for brunch
• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout

UPDATE 2024 - They now have gluten free bread crumbs. I have had gf chicken parm twice and it was AMAZING!

The owner's sister in law has Celiac. All precautions taken in the kitchen. Had gluten free pancakes - delicious!!! ** since my first review I have eaten here many times. Pasta, chicken salad club sandwich, grilled cheese, all gf and excellent. Never had a reaction!!

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
• 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

This diner was amazing! I don’t remember the last time I’ve been to a diner and been able to eat something besides a salad! They have bread, buns, wraps, pasta, French toast, cupcakes and so much more!! They have a whole page in the menu and then also have gluten free options throughout the menu. Will totally be coming back all the time!!

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

Wonderful experience! The owner stopped by to talk through how careful they are with GF items. My food had a little wooden flag on it! I got the chicken parm and it was amazing. They also have a bunch of breakfast options and a few types of GF bread. We’ll be going back soon!

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

— Very

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

I’ve been eating at Fountain Diner for over 20 years and when I found out 5 years ago I have Celiac it was recommended to me by several friends. It does not disappoint! They’ve not only got a great selection of GF menu items available but they can make almost anything into a gluten free item! They are very knowledgeable about cross contamination and celiac disease in their kitchen. Highly recommend when you want diner food :)

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
• 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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

They have an extended amount of gluten free options including bread, buns, wraps, dedicated fryer which they make fries (all their fries are gluten free) they make great options for breakfast lunch and dinner. They are very knowledgeable and safe!

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

— Very

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

Gluten free chicken Parmesan! What a surprise. We’ve been here a few times and now this is on the regular rotation.

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 great to have gluten free fries and so many options in a classic diner! Loved it and will be back again.

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?

— 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 kids
• Good for lunch

Was wonderful experience, staff was extremely nice and knowledgeable about gf and my son had great experience and wonderful French toast.

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

the challah french toast is next level! the servers are great about asking what you need to be prepared gluten free besides bread things. they can make almost anything on the menu gluten free and it is an actually comparable substitute

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

This is a certified GF facility. Food was great and server was very knowledgeable. Highly recommend!

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

My absolute favorite comfort food in Westchester. All staff are completely knowledgeable and I never doubt them. So grateful to live nearby a Celiac friendly diner!

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Absolute treat to eat safe gf food at a diner! Our waitress, Andrea, assured us that she’s been trained in allergy safety and set our minds at ease. My daughter said the gf pancakes were the best she’s ever had. 3 out of our party of 10 have celiac and we all enjoyed our meals. If we lived in town, we’d be here every weekend!

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

The waitress was trained in Food allergies and cross contamination. We had delicious gf French toast and pancakes. Will definitely return.

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 many gluten free options here! The server advised me that all GF options are prepared separately, separate fryer included!! My omelet and fries were delicious and safe!! WIN!!

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Very celiac friendly! Pizza was delicious, overall great experience, had no issues afterwards. Would definitely recommend this place.

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

— Very

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

Gluten free challah French toast?! ARE YOU KIDDING ME?! I’m in heaven!

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 ate here recently and was advised by the server that everything GF is made separately. He then also walked me through the menu as to what could be made GF, very helpful. I ordered an omelet with GF toast and had no problems. A diner is the one thing I really miss about going GF so I’m really happy to have found this place.

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

— Somewhat

They are very accommodating here but unfortunately I tested the gluten free pancakes and hash browns with my Nima sensor and it came back gluten found.

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

— Not at all

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

My kids and I are newly diagnosed with celiac and still learning the ropes of restaurant dining. Our waiter at Fountain Diner was patient and knowledgeable about our dietary needs. The restaurant is certified for food allergy safety and very well versed in avoiding cross contamination and the needs of gluten free diners. They have a very large menu and many items are able to be prepared gluten free (we had gf challah French toast, a gf quesadilla and a gf turkey burger). Very good fries in a dedicated fryer. Highly recommend this place. We will be back often!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• 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

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good with other allergies

Went for breakfast this weekend and had a great experience. The staff was great about the gluten free options, which are also listed on the menu. I had the pancakes and they were delicious! I’m already looking forward to going back to try the French toast.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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 kids
• Good for lunch

It’s amazing

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

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

This is my go to diner. I’ve had breakfast, dinner, and take out from here and It has always been good and I’ve never had any issues.

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

TL;DR - Great staff, great food, and very safe.

I could write a book on how attentive and delicious this place was. Menu is clearly marked and the staff is beyond knowledgeable. We ordered the Texas burger which came with BBQ sauce, our server brought it out shortly after the meal was brought and said “we wanted to check that it was gluten free.” We also had the pancakes which were exceptional.

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

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 dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good selection of healthy options

Very good and felt very safe. We had pancakes, eggs, sausage, hash browns, corned beef hash. They know how to do gluten free.

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

Gluten free pancakes were excellent; enough to take half home for next day. Disappointed outdoor area closed for lack of staffing but felt there was adequate distancing in my booth. Friendly service. I was given someone else’s check by mistake when I was ready to leave but that was rectified quickly.

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

Love this diner! They can make so much gluten free, and are very knowledgeable and careful about cross-contamination. One of our go-to spots!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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

Breakfast and lunch DONT MISS if you’re a Celiac. Menu is awesome and they kitchen is trained. Pancakes, French Toast, Sandwiches etc. Great spot!!!

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

— Very

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

Very good food! Had gluten free grilled cheese and gluten free fries. Very accommodating for celiacs, lots of options :)

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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

What a great find! Huge selection, big portions and very friendly staff! I love old school diners and this is exactly that! Don’t miss!

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good with other allergies

Great presentation. The food was very well made and delicious. Very well minded for the average celiac with wonderful GF options, a dedicated fryer and friendly staff.

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

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

— Very

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 takeout
• Offers delivery

Sal the owner uses dedicated facilities for gluten free items, so no worries about cross contamination. The brand of rolls/wraps he uses are tasty too. Love it because so many of their items are gluten free. They are also extremely careful and take several precautions to keep us safe against COVID-19. Check it out!

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

— Very

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 breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers outdoor seating

Wow - a “real” diner with many GF options, including breakfast! We had the pancakes, steak, and one of their salads (big) which were a delicious! They take extra care to avoid cross contamination. We’ll definitely be back on our next visit to the area.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Amazing Gluten Free! They Truly Care About Cross Contamination And Have Many Options. Best Pancakes BTW, I’ve Had

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I stop by for lunch here at least twice a month. Typical diner fare - by no Means gourmet dining but good for a quick breakfast or lunch. Spoke to manager and he told me he has a few celiacs in his family so they are very aware of GF requirements. They have a page in menu listing GF offerings - including french fries. I’ve tried the gf wraps and turkey burgers and haven’t been disappointed. The recently added gf English Muffins to their offerings. Also have cupcakes for dessert or if you just want to stop in for coffee and snack.

Have gf fries, buns, and bread. Always consistent.

The time I went the food was really bad. My companion who is not gluten free ordered a steak and it was so bad . My food was prepared gluten free but it too was tasteless and just plain bad. I ate there many years prior and the food had been good. It has declined a lot. I just can't recommend it because fortunately there are so many better places.

NO GLUTEN FREE MENU!

They have White and Multigrain udis. It's a typical NY diner that has everything so they can easily make you something safe like Grilled Chicken, Baked Potato and Veggies. CC could be an issue so be sure to ask.

Gf buns and bread and cupcakes. They will cook everything separate for you if you ask. Some waitresses are more knowledgable then others. Owners are very good.

catered to my gluten sensitive toddler

Celiac friendly?

No