Grandpa Mac

10 recent ratings
$ • Italian Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Pasta
Safety Rating
10 ratings

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18756 Coastal Hwy
Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971
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Most Recent Reviews


Gluten Intolerant

Overall Rating

Review


Very good food. GF pasta made any of the options. Staff knows about GF and safety. Highly recommend!

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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 3 weeks ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


The gluten free pasta can be in any dish. It is absolutely amazing food. All the staff is very knowledgeable about gluten and always are careful not to cross contaminate. I have eaten here many many times over the last 2 years with no issues.

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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 5 months ago read full review

Asymptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


The Celiac’s experience: The server explained the whole separation process. I made my own pasta. It was a bit pricey but I created a safe and delish pasta cheese spinach with bitty meatballs (GF)!

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

Updated 8 months 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

  • Reported to have dedicated kitchen space
  • Allergen List
  • Gluten-Free Menu
  • Pasta

Categories

  • Allergy Friendly
  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Dinner
  • Fast Food
  • Italian
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Restaurant
  • Takeout
  • Vegan Friendly

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Gluten-Free at Grandpa Mac
Housemade gf rigatoni with vegan cheese sauce, bacon, chicken and spinach. The best in Rehoboth!
"Follow the noodles" to order! Awesome food, great GF choices, fantastic decor.
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More Reviews


Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Delicious gf Mac and cheese. Built my own, so happy to get homemade Mac and cheese to enjoy. Tons of options and they’re very careful with allergies. They even give you a jolly rancher instead of a Werthers as the candy treat with your meal.

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

Updated 9 months ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

Overall Rating

Review


This place was amazing! Owner explained every aspect of the food safety. Truly the safest eat out experience I've had since my diagnosis. As for the food, I recommend everyone eat here, celiac or not. Everything was, prepared fresh to order. I could not believe how amazing every dish was. The mac, soup, and yes, the salad. This is mandatory stop for my whole family.

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

Updated 10 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Review


All of the mac and cheese concoctions can be made gluten free. As already stated they have a dedicated separate area where they boil the GF pasta, never intermixed with regular. Other GF options too like salad etc. really happy with options. Amount of food was enormous and so delicious.

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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 10 months ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Agree with the other reviews here-so good! Separate machine for making home made GF pasta,separate station to cook. Many options for variety of Mac n cheese add-ins. Great place!

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
  • 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?

— 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
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Incredible knowledge and safety for celiac. Dedicated equipment to make and cook the pasta, and no cross contamination in the sauces. Very happy with this find!

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
  • Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen

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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Separate cooking water for housemade gf pasta. Marvelous dairy free/vegan cheese sauce. I visit Grandpa Mac every time I’m in Rehoboth! They know how to accommodate those with celiac

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?

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good vegan options
  • Good with other allergies
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


If I had had more lobster in my lobster mac & cheese, I would’ve given this place five stars. But the mac & cheese is totally delicious and safe. They have a separate machine that makes GF pasta in the rear of the store and the server advised me that they take many precautions to avoid cross-contamination, it is not a fancy place by any means, but if you’re looking for a pasta without gluten give this place a try. No gluten-free bread.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
  • 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


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 2 years ago read full review

Asymptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


This place is awesome. I ordered soemthing with doritos on it (accidentally) they came over and asked if I could eat it...I can say these folks know their stuff. Menu might be a bit difficult to follow initially since there is no gf bread but once I understood what's available it turned into a mini heaven. Great food.

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Absolutely delicious! They can make so many of their pasta dishes gluten-free! The lobster mac & cheese was heaven!

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?

— Excellent

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


delicious and 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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


LOVE this place! The manager/owner told me the gluten free pasta is made in a separate area and dedicated gluten free pasta water. I got the chicken Alfredo and it was great! Highly recommend.

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

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Very true. Lot of options. Dedicated kitchen space.

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 2 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


I have always had a great experience here! Their GF pasta is the best and tastes just like regular pasta. I have never gotten sick here and have had a great experience with the staff every time!

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?

— Excellent

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Absolutely delicious! Most pasta options on the menu can be made gluten free. Felt safe, staff was knowledgeable, and I didn't get sick.

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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 2 years ago read full review

Gluten Sensitive

Overall Rating

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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Excellent place! Very knowledgeable owner! Would highly recommend! I have Celiac. Took the time to advise me of options! Would love this place in New Jersey!

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?

— 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


Other Characteristics
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good vegan options
Updated 3 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Great staff. Everyone knew about celiac disease and did everything to make sure I wouldn’t get sick. They also made sure i was happy with everything. The food was absolutely amazing and I will definitely come back!

Safety


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

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 dairy-free
  • Good for takeout
Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Everything comes out soo good!

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Completely dedicated gluten-free kitchen
  • 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
  • Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

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

Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Oct 5, 2019- Dinner. Excellent GF meal. Separate area for GF dinner prep and also very knowledgeable about gluten cross-contamination. Highly recommend.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Review


Omg I absolutely loved this place!!! Every single employee there was absolutely incredibly knowledgeable and extremely kind and friendly. Beyond courteous!

I have NEVER ever had such a respectful dining experience....ever. Even before I was gluten free. Our dinner was AMAZING and the GF pasta is homemade! Meatballs are gf, too! Manager Mike brought some over for me to try. I absolutely guarantee you will not be disappointed!!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

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Review


Really great—walked me through the menu and assured me that they cook gluten free pasta separately and change gloves. All add-ins are GF. Food was delicious and I felt totally safe eating there.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


The staff is very knowledgeable and set my mind at ease. The pesto pasta was AMAZING. HIGHLY RECOMMEND

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


My boyfriend and I found this place on our trip last summer and have become superfans. I was thrilled to find buffalo chicken Mac and cheese I could eat. The staff is very knowledgeable, they take a lot of precautions and are extremely considerate right down to the smallest detail. They even go so far as to replace the Werther’s butterscotch they throw in as a freebie with a jolly rancher since Werther’s have wheat in them. We love this place so much that this year we went twice: once on the way to the beach for lunch and once again on our way home to stock the cooler with several meals worth of mac. This time they accidentally gave me the wrong size of mac and even though I wasn’t put off by the mistake at all, they ended up giving me even more food than I’d ordered and threw in a free gf brownie just to be super nice. It was delicious. Can’t recommend the Buffalo mac (without the breadcrumbs) enough, but really I don’t think you can go wrong here.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Very knowledgeable staff- they are even aware of cross contamination! You can safely order any of the pasta dishes and they will make sure it is gluten free (including ingredients)

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Awesome meal, super friendly staff and very knowledgeable about Gluten-free food prep! When I told them my daughter and I had Gluten Allergies they said no problem, all our sauces are GF, we have GF pasta and we did it all just for you! My only complaint is that there were too many choices for me! I wish I always had that problem! If you have never been there what are you waiting for?

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Incredible staff- they listen and are super kind. I’m a celiac (for 18 years) and their gluten free Mac and cheese was everything I hoped for. I would recommend them for sure!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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We got to eat mac and cheese! So filling and so good. The place was clean and the people knew what they we doing.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Stopped here to get “take and bake” entrees to put into cooler for dinner tonight. All sauces are gluten free. No breadcrumbs on entrees. Got the “visualize world peas” with GF rigatoni. Very accommodating, clean. Free PAC Man video game to play while we wait.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Some staff are knowledgeable, other staff only “know” what they’ve gathered from people on the gf bandwagon.

My wife and her sister (both celiac) both got sick eating here.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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I eat here a few times a month. Always delicious and never had a reaction. They are very educated and aware.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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The gluten free pasta was just as good as my girlfriend's regular pasta. There was none of the too soft texture that gluten free pasta normally has. Very very tasty!

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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WOW! LOVE the concept and decor of this place. Then there's the food! GF rigatoni (homemade in a dedicated pasta maker, dedicated water, etc!) available, and they wear gloves! They are incredibly knowledgeable and diligent about their GF offerings. All sauces are GF, all specials can be made GF, all salads are GF (minus croutons)! All their soups are even GF - my husband had lobster bisque! Their MEATBALLS are GF! Hel-LO...that's unheard of. 5 stars well deserved! Great story behind the business as well. Owners on premises! can't wait to go back!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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There is only one GF pasta option but it was a very good one. The quality of the food is excellent and they have choices for just about any appetite. Be careful with the build your own option. It can add up quickly... but it will be well worth it. My only hesitation is that walking in to the storefront on Baltimore Street does not inspire a lot of confidence. I would never eat there... but maybe that's the plan. A coat of paint and a thorough cleaning would go a long way.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Love love love this place. Staff was super knowledgeable. Gf items were delicious and all made fresh onsite. Wish this was a nationwide chain!

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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Awesome GF pasta. My daughter could not even decide what to get at first there were so many options. Staff was knowledgeable and friendly. Will definitely go back!

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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So, so, so impressed!!!! They make their own GF pasta in its own GF machine and boiling water! All sauces are GF. They even asked me if I wanted them to change gloves when they handled the GF plates vs. the rest of the family's. Highly recommend!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Off the charts delicious. You gotta try this gf pasta, sauces and even meatballs!!! The owner is awesome!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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My daughter and I both have Celiac. I am extremely sensitive. The pasta is amazing. can see this being a frequent haunt.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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fantastic gluten free pasta, and they made sure to change their gloves and use their dedicated cooking area without me having to ask. friendly staff and wonderful food. It was my first time here but I will definitely be returning!

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Dedicated gluten free pasta maker, cooked in dedicated pots, ALL sauces gluten free and owner even said that extras like sausage and even meatballs are gluten free! I wasn't sure when I ordered so I just got pasta with red sauce, but now I can't wait to go back and try meatballs/sausage too! Also my family all loved their "regular" items. Great portions too. Will be back!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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Homemade gluten free pasta is fantastic. They have dedicated machinery and dedicated water to cook. Very knowledgeable.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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