French Broad Chocolate Lounge

While just “gluten sensitive “ I didn’t seem to have any issues after devouring my drink, I can’t remember the name but it was like a caramel frap but not as heavy.

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?

— Good

The atmosphere was cute and the chocolate delicious, but I became very sick about a half an hour after eating their chocolate mousse. This establishment is not safe for Celiacs.

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

— Not at all

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

Their chocolates are beyond fantastic. Even have vegan options. Always a must when I visit.

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for takeout
• Good vegan options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers outdoor seating

Items were labeled with the generic “gluten sensitive” wording. There were probably a dozen choices of desserts, but it is a shared kitchen and space.

I had vanilla ice cream with an espresso shot (affagato) and it was great. The employee was willing to get me a scoop of ice cream from a container that hadn’t been potentially touched by a waffle cone.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• 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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Good for takeout

Gf items mixed with other gf desserts in case, chocolate mousse was on bottom shelf and has crumbs on it. Boxed chocolate was made in shared facility no one could tell me if they clean lines. Was able to some ice cream But was disappointing overall. The bon bond looked divine

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

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much

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

— Average

So good!! This place was delicious! Lots of gluten free and vegan treats! Everything was clearly labeled and packaged separately for the most part.

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

Delicious, luxurious treats! They have gluten free goodies in separate cases on top of the bar. The coconut macaroon was super delicious. Most of the non bond are gluten free. We got a box with dark chocolate bourbon, raspberry, cranberry, lavender honey, dark chocolate caramel, praline and cream, dark chocolate turtle. They were all super delicious.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Delicious, well labeled. Shared kitchen but their behavior was very careful.

Chocolates were all labeled and delicious!

Very knowledgeable and delicious! Everything is labeled.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The way they have the case setup the GF items are on the bottom of the case BELOW all the gluten containing products. Because of this potential cross contamination, I would say don’t eat any of the GF products. And Because of this cc issue I will rate it at a 2. However, you may be able to indulge in the hot chocolate or the liquid truffle. I have celiac and am trying the hot chocolate- pure dark. The staff informed me that the pot and kitchen area that this is made in has no gluten. I will update on if I get sick or not.

Staff stated they could not guarantee safety from cross contamination for anything in the restaurant ☹

Chocolate creme brûlée was quite good. Very rich. Should've shared it 😏

Get Chocolate Creme Brûlée w/ a side of whipped cream and berry sauce. You will fall in love!!!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

They make their ice cream from the bean! Outstanding!! They had a GF chocolate mousse. The GF selection is limited but outstanding!!!

awesome gluten free chocolate cream brulee macaroons, they have gluten free, cheese cake but didn't have any the day we were there.

The chocolate creme brûlée is to die for. But you won't die. Because it's gluten free.

3/5 because there are gluten free options, and even dairy free too, but the staff isn't always knowledgable, and I found this to be hazardous

Several gf options. They have a gf chocolate creme brûlée that is to die for.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Sipping chocolate and chocolates. They also have ice cream.

Moved original location up the street in Nov 2014. Line out the door all day but worth it for this hip dessert spot. Lots of GF options marked on their menu including most of their truffles. Don't stand in line for truffles only- walk down to the next door for truffle shop and no wait. Nice vibe. Delicious hand crafted chocolates, cakes cookies and chocolate drinks. YUM.

Celiac friendly?

Yes