Review of Grand Lake Kitchen - Lake Merritt

There’s no dedicated fryer — many items are listed as gluten free but many are not celiac safe, including anything with fries like steak frites. I let them know about celiac, but maybe I also could have interrogated the waiter more. Celiacs should avoid the ribs — I ordered them since they were listed as gluten free, but it was not explicitly clear from the menu that they go in the fryer, even though it was clear when they came out that they were deep fried. They apologized profusely when it came and offered me the salmon instead, which is pan fried and less likely to be subject to cross contamination.

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

— Somewhat

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?

— Some

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

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating