Guajillo's On The Island

All but 2 items (noted on menu) are GF. Family owned so everyone is knowledgeable and invested in delivering a safe dining experience. I felt completely safe and the food was incredible!

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

— Very

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

We tried this restaurant based on all the 5 star reviews and that it offered so many gluten free options. Imagine our surprise when everything is clearly marked gf and only 2 soups were not gf and they are clearly marked. The restaurant is small and casual and family owned. We got there around 5:45 on a Monday and there was only one other table occupied. By the time we left an hour later almost every table was taken! The staff is warm and welcoming and obviously take great pride in their food. What I loved most is this is not your typical taco, burrito, nacho menu, you can get that anywhere. What is offered here is authentic Mexican food, elevated comfort food. From the first bite to the last, everything was outstanding. Add in the house made sangria and you have the perfect meal! One side note for families, outside food is not allowed. One family tried to bring in a meal from a local burger joint because one of the kids did not like Mexican food. Our server explained it is not allowed for various reasons and tried to offer an alternative he might enjoy instead. She was patient and kind but remained firm. Please take that into consideration when bringing young children.

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

— 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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

So tasty! From a severe celiac-99% of menu is gluten free🎉❤ Will definitely try again when we visit. So yummy!!

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

— 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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Great food that is naturally gluten-free. They are very proud of this fact and the food is excellent. The waiter knew everything about the menu items. It was an excellent experience for my wife and me.

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

— Very

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

The food was amazing and was the only place we found while staying in Corpus Christi for a wedding that was actually safe for my wife who is Celiac to eat. Everyone should try this place.

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

— Very

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

10/10 would come back. I am so sensitive that I do not eat out. I was hungry and had no choice on vacation. Their menu is 99% gluten free and they’re super proud of it. They have 2 menu options that are not gluten free and I asked about cross contact and he said “we will take good care of you. Please don’t worry.” And I didn’t have to worry. It was the best food I ever put in my mouth and I didn’t get sick at all. Very happy.

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

— 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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

This place is great! It is authentic Mexican food, not Tex-Mex. As such, it is naturally void of wheat / gluten. This is very much a family business. Our waitress convinced me to try their daily special which her husband had slow cooked for 36 hours. It was pork on the bone and it was delicious. My wife had fish and it was also great. Nothing fancy, but I highly recommend!

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

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

— Excellent

Wonderful to choose absolutely delicious, authentic Mexican food from a menu that's 98% gluten free! Highly recommend!

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

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

— Excellent

When I spoke with the server they confirmed that everything (except a soup magbe) is gluten free. Since they don't use any gluten ingredients, nothing to worry about. The service was great, the people who work and own this restaurant are fantastic and very nice. I've had the green chicken enchiladas every time because I love them so much. The sangria is tasty too. I've never had any reaction from their food.

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dinner
• Good for lunch
• Offers outdoor seating

Had omlets for breakfast. Menu states 100% gluten free. No flour products other than corn per the chef/owner. Meal was to come with chunks of baked potato. Instead, we were served tater tots. Very disappointed for an authentic Mexican restaurant.

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

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

— Average

Almost everything is gluten free! I had the chicken enmoladas, it was fantastic. The chips and salsa are safe, and delicious. The corn tortillas are fresh and homemade. The service is outstanding.

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

Ate there yesterday for the 2nd time, just had to have the Chicken Enmoladas again because it's just that delicious, I thought I would never have mole again. The only item that has gluten is the fideo and it's clearly marked on their menu. My husband had the Tostadas de Pollo and was impressed, he isn't easily impressed especially when it's a gluten free restaurant. Not only is the food delicious but it is made from scratch! And the owners and employee are absolutely wonderful and very welcoming. I had to ask again and spoke with the wife if they really didn't use gluten, she confirmed again her husband cooked everything with fresh ingredients and the only gluten was the fideo. I asked if there was a reason for this and she states she doesn't know, her husband is the one that cooks the food. I'm really curious to know but didn't have a chance to ask last Saturday when we ate there as we got into a whole different conversation that day. If you are at the Island you have to try this place. If you know of anyone with Celiac do them a favor and let them know about this place.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• 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

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 dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options

Don’t judge a book by its cover. This is a gem on the Island! Everything was delicious and safely-handled.

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

— Somewhat

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

What an amazing little place. This ain’t a boring Tex-Mex but an authentic, very high quality and healthy, Mexican restaurant with a 35-year of experience chef and his wife running the place. As Texans from DFW we have eaten in many Mexican restaurants in our lives but this one is the best. What an amazing mole, enchiladas, fish, beans, etc. Even the chips and salsa were unique, which is unusual. Service is amazing. Both grownups and kids couldn’t get enough so we came back during each day of our stay in Corpus. As a bonus for us, almost the entire menu is gluten free (except the soup). This place should be a part of any plan you make in Corpus Christi

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

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

— Excellent

Authentic delicious Mexican food! The whole menu is gluten-free with the exception of the soup. You must try this place. Our whole family, including our picky kids, left happy and full.

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

— Very

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 dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good selection of healthy options

Exceptional!!! Lovely little place with truly incredible food. We will be back as much as we can on this trip!! We’re vegetarian but asked for a side of the Mole sauce since it’s so hard to find gf- unreal. Definitely try if you get a chance to come through!

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

— Very

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

Awesome gluten-free experience. Everything is GF except fideo soup. Mole poblano is about the best I ever had. Cactus salad was good too. Food is spicy fyi. Highly recommend.

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

— Very

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 dinner
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout

Authentic Mexican! To my knowledge, nothing on the menu contained gluten. All of the tortillas are corn, and they give you plenty of food! This would be one of my top recommendations for a gluten free person vacationing on padre island.

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

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

— Excellent

While vacationing on the island we ate here as a family. The owner was very accommodating for a crowd of 12. The food was THE BEST!! Everyone walked out full and happy. We loved the food so much we went back another time.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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 kids
• Good for lunch

We ate here today and it was amazing! All gluten free except the noodles. Handmade and all fresh ingredients! Yum!!

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

Visited with owner & he told me he doesn’t use wheat or gluten products in anything except fideo. Only serves corn tortillas. Food was delicious & I felt great afterwards. It is a small place, so it may be tough to get in at popular times.

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

— Very

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 kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout