Fresh

2 recent ratings
$$ • Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
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2 ratings

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147 Spadina Ave
Toronto, ON M5V 2L7

Most Recent Reviews


Gluten Intolerant

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They don't use separate tools or surfaces and have the same grill for everything. It's ubsafe to eat there. Their gluten-free is NOT for celiac or NCGS.

Safety


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

— Not at all

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?

— Good

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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I ordered the "GF" version of their "Beyond Cheeseburger" - on lettuce with salad and no bun.

I identified to our server that I could not handle gluten in any amount. They did not promise any actions to prevent criss-contamination. They did warn me that cross contamination was possible.

As the restaurant was quiet and we had arrived early for lunch I erroneously thought the risk of contamination would be low. What could go wrong with a Beyond Meat burger patty with lettuce & salad?

I was surprised at my major celiac reaction to the meal. Major digestive grief for many days, unable to properly process food for well over a week.

Was cross-contamination significant on the grill (as they serve non-GF grain burgers) or was the salad dressing contaminated? I don't know.

I will never go back there.

Safety


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

— Not at all

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?

— Not Much

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

— Poor

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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They make no effort to accommodate allergies. It is not safe for celiacs. I was told that I could « eat at my own risk » in a very hostile manner. The entire chain seems to share this aversion at accommodating allergies. It’s a shame. They need to get with the times.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 4 years 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

  • Gluten-Free Menu

Categories

  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Dinner
  • Healthy
  • Lunch
  • Online Ordering
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restaurant
  • Takeout
  • Vegan Friendly

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I'm a super sensitive celiac and have eat here all the time with no issues. That said, after seeing all these reports of CC, I basically strategically stick to things that wouldn't come into contact with their grills (usually just soups, smoothies, salads). With this in mind I'd never gotten sick, though the safe options, therefore, are pretty limited. But what I do get is always delicious! Recently they've also started portioning their hot sauce in separate ramekins so it's safe (as opposed to the communal ones that would be shared between tables previously).

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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If you have celiac disease, DO NOT EAT HERE! I got soooooo sick!!! I went with a friend and ended up having to go home after just a few bites of my meal.

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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Came here with a friend but decided not to eat anything. Their menu specifically says they can’t guarantee CC because all food will be prepared in the same environment.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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This place has been off the list for years. High level of cross-contact and subsequent reactions. Nothing has been improved recently.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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I love Fresh, but cannot recommend them for people with Celiac. Despite the gluten free menu, they are not careful about cross contamination. My husband has reacted all three times he ate there. It's unfortunate, because they are such a delicious, healthy restaurant.

Updated 9 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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This place was great! Separate GF menu, although there was a scary disclaimer about not guaranteeing no cross contamination. Food was delicious, although because of contamination we only got items that were lower risk. No reaction though.

Updated 9 years ago read full review

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I love Fresh. It's vegan and vegetarian friendly, healthy, mainly gluten free and delicious!!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 10 years ago read full review

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Nice varied GF menu. Very tasty fresh bowls and naked burritos.

Updated 10 years ago read full review

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Updated 10 years ago read full review

Reviews of this Chain

Celiac

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Menu listed gluten free options however some of the options listed as gluten free were not safe for celiacs. For example shared fryers. Very disappointing

Safety


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

— Not at all

Quality & Quantity


How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

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

— Poor

Celiac

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The waiter asked for allergies and I saw it was on the receipt later.

The menu has 'glutenfree friendly' options, clearly stating there could be cross contamination. The bowl I picked (goddess) didn't have any fried elements and was delicious.

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?

— Excellent

Celiac

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Order GF fries and let them know I’m celiac. Still got sick the next day

Safety


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

— Not at all

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?

— Not Much

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

— Poor

Celiac

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The server was very knowledgeable and helped point out which items were safe. She said anything that goes in the fryer or on the grill could have cross contamination, but there are several salads and bowls that are made without anything fried or grilled. I was also offered substitutions for most of the items to make them celiac safe.

Safety


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

— Very

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?

— Good

Symptomatic Celiac

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Not safe for celiacs or people with high sensitivity!!!! We ordered takeout and specified a gluten allergy. Upon receiving the food, I noticed items that should have been removed to comply with the allergy request. When we called, the restaurant claimed they 'didn't see' the allergy request, despite it being in all caps three times on the receipt they stapled to the bag. They didn't offer to replace the meal or provide a refund, taking zero accountability and attempting to shift blame on me for choosing takeout over dining in. Despite assuring the fries were safe, I had a flare after eating them because they weren't gluten-free as claimed.

Safety


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

— Not at all

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

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