Island Taco

2 ratings
$ • Mexican Restaurant
Reported NOT to have a gluten-free menu, but gluten-free options are available
Reported GF menu options: Tacos
Safety Rating
2 ratings

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211 Crossroads Blvd
Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93923

Most Recent Reviews


Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Had a good experience here and did not get sick later! I ordered a grilled mahi-mahi taco and a shrimp taco (the shrimp taco was tastier). While there wasn’t a GF menu or anything marked GF on the menu, the cashier had a list of items containing gluten (see below) and consulted with the chef/cook with any questions. I had also ordered chips & guacamole and she came out later to tell me the chef had informed her that the chips wouldn’t be safe for me to eat since other things are fried in the same oil. I had checked about that specifically before ordering, so she may not have been well-informed or understood my question so I was glad she double-checked and updated me! My husband and son (not GF) really enjoyed a chicken quesadilla and pork enchilada plate.

The items that are NOT GF were anything with flour tortillas, enchilada sauce, batter and “wet burrito style.” I’ll add to that list: anything fried, including tortilla chips.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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?

— Good

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
Updated 1 month ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Had a great taco dinner here. Manager / owner understood my allergy and made the tacos herself. Was great!

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 5 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

  • Tacos

Categories

  • Dinner
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Mexican
  • Restaurant
  • Takeout

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