Holy Cow Ice Cream Cafe

They advertise for gluten free but have scaled back their menu and load everything with cakes, cookies, brownies, crackers. They used to offer amazing gluten free ice cream sandwiches but never brought them back. Now you can really only get chocolate and vanilla safely here. I hate that they act like they have options when it’s the bare minimum.

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

Menu items are clearly marked with which items contain gluten, very helpful! However, there are signs explaining that since there are wheat-containing items in the kitchen, they cannot guarantee no cross contamination unless purchasing a pint (not a scoop). Overall was pleased with the GF options.

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

— Somewhat

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 Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for takeout
• Good vegan options
• Good vegetarian options
• Offers outdoor seating

Reports gluten free but menu is very limited and not up to date. Kid who worked there seemed to think vegan is the same as GF. I asked him multiple times whether a flavor was GF. He assured me it was and gave my celiac daughter a sample. We bought a pint of that and a few others reportedly GF. Realized when we got home that NONE of the flavors, including the one she tried, are GF. Hey Holy Cow, GF and vegan are not the same thing.

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

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?

— Excellent

Advertises gluten free but when you state you have allergy per the huge sign up front they say nothing is gluten free besides having to buy a pint of one flavor. FLASE ADVERTISING

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

They had all the allergens listed for every flavor. Unfortunately, majority of the flavors did have gluten. But they did have a gluten free, dairy free Oreo cookie flavor.

Other reviewers are correct, they have allergy safe half pints (free of cross contamination) so you’re limited size/price wise. I did not get sick though. Felt kinda gross but that’s because I tried to eat a half pint of icecream in one sitting 😂

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

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/None

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

— Average

While their posted menu includes ingredients on each flavor, if you state you have an allergy of any kind, they will only serve you a pre packed container of their “allergen safe” ice cream. No size options, barely any flavors, and no signage indicated this rule. My partner and I were gonna get the gf cookies and cream but after they charged us, we were rudely informed they were out. Bunch of rude high schoolers at the counter and poorly managed. Also very expensive, even for homemade! Drive the two miles and go to Melt in Salem.

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

— Not very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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 Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for takeout
• Good vegan options
• Offers outdoor seating

They have a separate containers for allergen safe ice cream

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for takeout
• Good vegan options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers outdoor seating