Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que

The best BBQ in town (KS & MO sides) and the safest for celiacs! Flys are GF, sauces are GF, everything can be made on a GF bun or bunless and literally YELL allergy when you tell them and double check with you. I have eaten here for years and never had issues.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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

At the original location, they are fantastic for those with celiac disease. They take precautions the moment I say I have celiac disease, have a dedicated fryer, and I have never been sick.

The Olathe location was the opposite experience. I didn't get sick, but they rolled their eyes and behaved poorly when I asked them to change their gloves.

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

Thought we would try this place as it was highly recommended in other reviews, but when we visited the Kansas City Live location, the restaurant manager refused to serve someone with a gluten allergy. He said there was way too much risk and tons of cross contamination in the kitchen. No separate prep space and potentially gluten in some seasonings and sauces. We won’t be back, sadly.

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

Amazing BBQ! Cashier was extremely helpful in helping me decide what to get because their menu wasn’t marked. Luckily we went during a slower time so I didn’t feel like I was holding people up. I ordered the brisket and coleslaw and both were delicious. I was pretty nervous as there is a lot of bread and buns but they must have taken caution because I did not get sick at all. My family loved all their food as well! A must stop if you are looking for amazing BBQ!

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Kitchen staff changed their gloves immediately when the cashier told them of my allergy. Most of the menu is GF but there is A LOT of bread floating around where they prepare food, and I got minorly glutened from my meal of ribs, pulled pork, brisket, cole slaw, and potato salad. Everything was undersalted, the sides egregiously so. The BBQ sauce is excellent though.

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?

— Most/All

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

— Average

The best of the best in Kansas City!! Very knowledgeable and the first restaurant we seek out every time we’re in town. Great gluten options and my experiences have always been wonderful!

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

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?

— Excellent

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

I was excited to try this place since it had great reviews and my family and I had just flown into Kansas City. I talked to the guy taking orders about what was gluten free and made sure he knew I needed mine gluten free. When my food came it had two slices of Texas toast on it and then as I dug down there was another slice under the meat. This place is hoping even at 3:30 on a Wednesday afternoon. So I stupidly tried to eat the meat hoping it wouldn’t be contaminated but before I even made it to my car I had stomach cramps. Maybe I just hit this place at a bad time but I have no intentions of ever going back.

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?

— Some

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

— Good

Did curbside from Joe’s of a half rack rib plate. It was delicious! I called ahead to confirm the ribs were indeed gluten free, and she said most things on their menu are, and listed the sides for me that were not. She shared they do have a dedicated fryer for the fries, and they also offer a gluten free bun for sandwiches. The online system allowed me to request no bread with my rib dinner and note an allergy. Everything was super tasty!

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 takeout

Joes has the best bbq I have ever had. They are very good with cross contamination and nice about it too! We have gone 2 days in a row because we love it so much!

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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

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

Separate fryer for fries and they’ll change gloves. I got the bbq plate with fries.

The food is great!

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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 BBQ was good. They have a GF bun and will change gloves for you. No reaction.

Staff was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. Did not have a reaction. Highly recommended!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Never had an issue say I need gluten free and get the ribs and sausage dinner with fries and have never had an issue. I have gone to the 119th & Roe location.

They did a glove change for me and had a list of menu items and could help me find what was GF quickly!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I read the positive reviews...I was excited, so we tried it. Yet, here I sit 2 hours later- my stomach all jacked up. The staff seemed knowledgeable and they changed their gloves, assured me the fries were fried separately. I had the brisket and fries. I can’t leave a positive review of whether it’s actually GF or not (I’m leaning towards no), cuz 2 hours later I’m stuck in the bathroom. Edited to update: my gluten allergic daughter is also stuck in the bathroom with stomach issues- I cannot call this safe, especially if both of us are sick because of it.

Celiac friendly?

No

Amazing food, I had ribs, slaw, and fries and all was good! Their sauces and rubs are gluten free and their fries are in a separate fryer. I thought it might be a little dubious when I got to the counter to grab my takeout order and they asked if I was the one with "a bread allergy", but all was well. I've eaten here pre-diagnosis, so this was my first time getting their food gluten free. But I would never recommend eating in the restaurant, call ahead and get takeout! The wait times are INTENSE! We've waited for 1.5 hours before.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Amazing barbecue. Knowledgeable staff. Dedicated fryer for fries. Must try!!

Excellent BBQ- as others said they changed their gloves and told me which sides were gf. Fries in dedicated fryer. Delicious!

By far and away the best barbecue in Kansas City. Don't go anywhere else. Plus, they always change their gloves and are knowledgeable about cross contamination. Their fries are completely gf, and they are to die for. Never gotten sick here, so it's a staple at my house.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

No reaction after eating here multiple times

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Deathly ill for the 2nd time. Will not Be back.

all change their gloves! very considerate and friendly

Celiac friendly?

Yes

OMG - I am super sensitive to CC. This place was awesome !!!! I did not get sick at all , no pain is a great day ! Would send anyone there with Celiac.

Employees know what celiac is and know the ingredients to all the food. They always change gloves to help prevent cross contamination

Best BBQ is KC and BONUS the BBQ , sauce, spices and spicy slaw and fries are GF for my husband! This door is ridiculously good!

Staff changed gloves immediately after I asked which menu options were gf. All meats were gf except the chicken! I would suggest calling in and having a picnic rather than waiting for over an hour to eat.

When went here on a Saturday and got Lucky with the line! Go early! The kitchen staff was very accommodating and suggested multiple gluten free items. They also changed their gloves to do my dish. No menu but just ask and they will help you. I got pulled pork, no sauce or bun. They also sell Cow Town BBQ sauce which is gluten free. We loved it and bought a few bottles to go!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Pulled pork and potato salad. They marked allergy and no reaction. Delicious and non gluten people were happy to get to eat here with me.

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

tried the sausage, ribs, and pulled pork with baked beans on the side. tried both the regular and the hot sauce - not sure what it was but I am NOT feeling great :(

when I told them it was an allergy they yelled down the line about changing gloves.

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

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

— Average

Food just okay. One time stop only.

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

— Not very

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?

— Below Average

I've always loved Joe's KC but recently got a really bad reaction about 3 weeks ago and am still recovering. Unfortunately I have to eliminate this place from my go-to indulgences now. And hopefully they will be more attentive to cross contamination for others but it's definitely not safe for celiacs.

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

They have breadless options, GF fries and GF buns. They are very gluten aware.

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent