GOEN Dining + Bar

3 recent ratings
$$$ • Japanese Restaurant
Reported NOT to have a gluten-free menu, but gluten-free options are available
Reported GF menu options: Beer, Dessert, Pasta
Safety Rating
3 ratings

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573 Kailua Rd
Kailua, HI 96734

Most Recent Reviews


Celiac

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Ask for Anna! She is extremely knowledgeable and I think created the GF menu! Her father has celiac so knows alot! Also, if you go for a birthday, they used one of their homemade marshmallows with a candle and gave our daughter (also celiac) a sorbet.

I’d say about 75% of the menu is, or can be, GF by altering the ingredients.

Both of our celiac family members had any problems.

Safety


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

— Very

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

Updated 7 months ago read full review

Celiac

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The waitress was very knowledgeable about which items could be made gluten free. She asked if eating gluten free was a preference for me or a necessity, and after she learned I have celiac disease she assured me that everything I ordered would be prepared separately and in clean pans to ensure there wasn't cross-contamination.

I had the gazpacho, which was really tasty, and the branzino, which was also delicious. The halo halo was the only gluten free desert option and it was amazing!

I highly recommend Goen!

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • 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?

— 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?

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Offers outdoor seating
  • Reservations recommended
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Staff was highly knowledgeable and accommodating, including knowing how to modify each menu item to make them GF. They even had an alternate recipe for the Brussels & cauliflower that relied on roasting them instead of frying.

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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


Other Characteristics
  • Good vegan options
Updated 1 year 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

  • Beer
  • Dessert
  • Pasta

Categories

  • Asian
  • Brunch
  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Dinner
  • Hawaiian
  • Healthy
  • Japanese
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Online Ordering
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restaurant
  • Seafood
  • Takeout
  • Vegan Friendly

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Celiac

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Had the braised short ribs, absolutely amazing! Staff was super helpful and accommodating. Even made sure to change how the brussel sprouts were cooked to avoid cross contamination (without me asking them to). There are quite a few options on the menu for being gf.

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • 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

Quality & Quantity


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


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for lunch
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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I had an amazing experience here, the server made ordering great GF easy and the food was the best!!!

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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

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They were able to modify any of the sushi options to be GF! The cauliflower appetiser is also GF and super good

Updated 3 years ago read full review

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AMAZING spicy ahi sushi roll with GF soy sauce. They took all precautions to be gluten free.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

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Gluten free spicy tuna roll with gluten free tamari sauce is soooo good!!!

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Waiter was extremely knowledgeable and even asked whether it was an allergy or preference to gauge if cross contamination would need to be avoided. The chef was more than willing to make any dish on the menu gluten free if it was possible. I had the salomn and it was absolutely wonderful. The atmosphere and food we're both amazing. Would highly recommend.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

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I told the staff I could have no gluten and no dairy and our waiter literally went through the entire menu and told me what was safe or not. He was very knowledgable. He even gave me alternatives for dishes that weren’t safe without me even asking (lettuce wrap instead of bun, a sauce w/out soy etc). I’m not celiac (just intolerant) so I didn’t ask about cc or dedicated prep areas so I can’t speak to that piece but I felt like they really took my intolerances seriously. I highly recommend.

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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