Jose Tequila's Mexican Grill And Cantina

Server did not seem to know what Celiac is, but was able to advise me regarding dishes without wheat and flour. Chips with salsa was fine. I got a chicken black beans rice bowl which was good. I cannot speak to food handling/prep procedures in place.

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?

— Good

Didn’t leave here feeling really sure we weren’t glutened. They were kind of like “yeah, sure, gluten free”. Can’t say one way or another. But given the choice I would probably choose somewhere else.

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

— Not 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?

— Some

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

— Below Average

The staff was not exactly knowledgeable about celiac, but still got my gluten free order. Food was great👍. At the end of the day I had no reaction. I would go there again.

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

Was told everything is gluten free except the flour tortillas. I had two plain tocos with guacamole dip on the side. The salsa was delicious! Food was good!

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

— Excellent

Server did not know for sure what was safe but was helpful and asked for us. We were told the tortilla chips were not safe - shared Grier- but they brought us corn taco shells instead. Had the guacamole which was made fresh at the table and wonderful, cheese quesadillas and street tacos.

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

I got the street tacos. The menu marks the gluten free options. I got the chupacabra taco and it was delicious. Only thing was when I picked up the order the receipt did not mark gluten free, which concerned me. However, I had no reaction so it was indeed gluten free.

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

We had an excellent experience here. Great enchiladas made with corn taco shells. I had mine filled with chicken and spinach.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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

We don’t have too many gluten free Mexican restaurants where I’m from so this was a treat. Almost all of the menu is gluten free as long as it has corn tortillas. We almost ate our weight in chips and salsa and dip. It was DELICIOUS!!! I ordered some tacos and an enchilada a la carte and in retrospect I should have gotten a more dressed up meal. The tacos were a little bland but that’s because there isn’t much too the a la carte dishes. The rest of the family got dinners (chimichangas, shrimp fried rice, street tacos, fish tacos) and loved them, full of flavor. We loved it so much we can’t wait to go back!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• 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

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options

Street tacos here were amazing! Served on corn tortillas with a protective sheet beneath it to prevent cross-contamination. Great flavor! Great service!

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?

— 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 dinner
• Good for keto
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating

If you get corn tortillas for anything then you are safe. Then just ask if the sauce has flour in it. Most of the staff know what’s in the sauces. I get enchiladas, fajitas, and arroz con pollo

This is my favorite Mexican restaurant! I have never been glutened here. I eat the chips and salsas without any problems as well as the enchiladas, fajitas and arroz con pollo. There are other options but that is what I usually get.

Really good margaritas

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

Delicious meal! Lots of safe options!

Can't say much good about my meal, it was sloppy looking, the guacamole was brown and I was already swelling up with a reaction before I left the restaurant. My husband enjoyed his taco fries. We have eaten at this chain before in VA Beach and it is always great, but this one in Williamsburg VA was just awful.

Celiac friendly?

No

Gf marked on menu, but only street tacos. I ended up only being able to eat guacamole for dinner. Shrimp taco was gluten-filled :-(.

Celiac friendly?

No

Wonderful experience and I am sensitive to wheat gluten.

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

— Not 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?

— Not Much

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

— Excellent

Very limited for a Mexican restaurant, only the street tacos and an enchilada dish said GF. No appetizers, the nachos and chips and queso dip should be able to be GF. The meal was good, the waiter knew immediately what had gluten when asked, just disappointed with what little choice I had. Other than that, it was a good GF experience (did get heartburn, but we also had air travel right after eating, so can't totally blame the meal!) Also, a word of warning, the El Dragon margarita had gummy bears in the dry ice, I don't find many brands to be GF, so I picked them out, didn't get sick but I think I may be becoming asymptomatic, after 16 years GF!

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?

— Not Much

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

— Good

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

Not gluten free! I alerted my sever several times of my allergy, of having celiac and asked for a gluten-free menu. He said the menu was marked and some parts were. I chose tacos that were available gluten free as long as I ordered a corn shell. I alerted the staff again of my allergy, of a need for them to change gloves, and for the requirement of getting corn shells. Upon delivery I checked with the food runner again that my food was gluten-free with corn shells. He assured me it was. I took a bite into a FLOUR shell. 2/3 of my racks were corn shells, the one I bit into was flour. I spent the next 2 1/2 days horribly sick and in bed. Don’t recommend!

There are barely any gluten-free options and what is marked gluten-free isn’t done so with seasonings and sauces, just the main tortillas and whether the food is breaded or not. There are barely any options on the large menu for the gluten-free food.

The food is good for others! I ate here before celiac and enjoyed my food, the prices, and the options available. I know this location I struggled with, but other locations I have had success with.

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

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

— Average

Staff was completely unknowledgeable about their food and menu. Nobody had a clue about gluten. They brought our fajitas out and had a red bottle of stuff they sprayed on the chicken. When asked what it was... they say SOY SAUCE. We paid for drinks and left. Good place to get drunk. Don’t eat the food.

Celiac friendly?

No