Jason's Deli

I often have lunch here with friends on Sunday. The food is to be as expected from a chain restaurant. Not bad but not exceptional. Very few choices and staff not knowledgeable. I have had salad bar, baked potato and soup but that’s about all I can eat there.

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

— Not at all

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?

— Below Average

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Good for lunch

Went with my very sensitive celiac daughter on a weekday evening. Talked to the manager (Ryan). She wanted a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, so he offered to bring out fresh pb and jelly from the back (likely cross contaminated in the line otherwise). He made our meals personally. Tasted good and she did not get sick.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Out door seating, dog friendly. Never got sick here ordering of the menu.

Excellent place whit a gluten free menu

I love, love, love Jason's! It is one of my in town go to spots for dinner or lunch. Normally I get a make your own sandwich (gluten free bread, not toasted) with chips and a small cup of tomato basil soup. If not that then I eat off of the very nice salad bar! All gluten free orders are prepared in a separate area by the manager. One of my favorite restaurants in town!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

GF bread for sandwiches. A true deli

Absolutely amazing. Came from out of state (traveling is always stressful) and found JD on FMGF. Sorry for the long review, but I want to share as much information as possible so everybody can make an informed decision.

*We showed up around lunch time on a Saturday and it was PACKED, which I was both glad to see because it meant they had good food and worried because my experience is the busier the place, the lazier/sloppier things can get. I asked for a GF menu while waiting in line and got a laminated menu including a "build your own sandwich" section. I ordered three sandwiches (hot pastrami for lunch, grilled chicken with spinach for dinner, tuna salad for breakfast the next day)

*Ordering and preparation:

Specified with the cashier that the sandwiches were GF. She asked "Would you like us to change our gloves?" to which I replied "Yes" and saw somebody change their gloves. Amazing. I asked where they prepare gluten free foods. They pointed out a purple plastic briefcase up on a shelf. Inside are designated materials: cutting board, utensils, etc.

*The food:

My boyfriend's sandwich arrived on a plate with loose chips. Mine arrived wrapped in paper held closed with the "save our butt sticker" (among other things such as where their food gets tested for allergens: "Our GF offerings are designed for those with minor gluten sensitivities or for those who prefer to avoid gluten for nutritional reasons" and not for people with Celiac disease). I'm allergic to wheat/gluten/oats (not sensitive) without Celiac. Eating out is always risky, but this place seems really on top of things.

*Lunch

My food came with a bag of plain Lays potato chips and a pickle slice sealed in plastic. Sandwich tasted great!! The bread kinda fell apart (which was actually a relief since I could "tell" it was GF). I usually get symptoms immediately but had NONE. Also, after the meal they have FREE soft serve ice cream which is GF! (no cone of course). I took a small plastic cup, wrapped the handle with a napkin, took a few Lactaid pills and dug in to my chocolate/vanilla swirl. ZERO SYMPTOMS.

*Dinner

Sandwich/bread held up really well (I think it fell apart at lunch because it was moist and hot). Again, tasted amazing! Had grilled chicken with spinach, tomato, and mayo. I'm currently craving it. NO SYMPTOMS WHATSOEVER.

*Breakfast

Again, sandwich held up great (which I was surprised since it was tuna salad and GF bread) and tasted great. BEWARE EGG ALLERGY: It appears as though there were some big chunks of egg whites which they didn't disclose. Not a problem for me since I'm not allergic to eggs, but for anybody with other allergies, please make sure you tell them! Again, after eating this I had ZERO symptoms.

**Overall, had a wonderful experience which made my weekend in NC much more pleasurable. I hope they open more stores and come to NY! (Oh, and my boyfriend's "regular" sandwich was also great =). ) Highly recommend JD!

Great to see GF bread! Delicious sandwiches and a good salad bar.

GF sandwiches are fabulous.

Excellent choice for gluten free. I always get the chicken on GF bread. They even have GF soups. one of our favorites.

They are very conscious of gluten sensitivities. They do have an entire section of the menu that is gluten free,. I asked if they substitute a sandwich from the regular menu to be made with gluten free bread, they accommodated and without me having to ask immediately washed hands and changed gloves. Only one employee handled my food and used new utensils while doing so.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

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

I love this place and The GF menu. Never get sick and I have Celiac

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

— Very

I loved the tomato basil soup. No problems.

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

— Somewhat

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

The menu is "gluten sensitive ", not gluten free. There is a disclaimer on the menu if you have celiac. I ate a baked potato since nothing else was safely gluten free. Disappointed!!

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?

— Not Much

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

— Good

I loved this place before celiac and after. They’re so understanding!

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

— Very

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