Kaya
19 recent ratings
$$$ • Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Beer, Dessert, Paella
Safety Rating
18 ratings
As rated by the community
2000 Smallman St
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
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Most Recent Reviews
Review
Explained gluten allergy to server. Server said they would have corn tortillas on my tacos. I start eating and after a taco and a half they tell me they made a mistake and its flour shells.
Ill never come back and dont suggest any sensitive celiacs go either.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Not at all
Quality & Quantity
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?
— Poor
Review
They have a gluten free menu, and server was attentive and knowledgeable about gluten free options!!
My mom got the Kaya burger no bun with a side salad. And said it was delicious!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Separate gluten-free 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
Review
Delicious and fresh! Would go again!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
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Review
Great gf steak tacos! Loved the experience
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Separate gluten-free 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
Review
The food was excellent. Plenty of options for meat eaters, vegetarians, and vegans. Server knew what GF was all about.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Safety Feature Ratings
- Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Separate gluten-free 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
Other Characteristics
- Good for dairy-free
- Good for dinner
- Good for lunch
- Good selection of healthy options
- Good vegan options
- Good vegetarian options
- Reservations recommended
Review
The Rainbow Salad appears on the gf menu. It includes crispy garlic. When I asked my server about it, he checked & told me that this item is not gf!
The salad was delicious & I had no side effects. But only because I double checked an item on the gf menu.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Somewhat
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Separate gluten-free 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
Review
Great place. Had lunch there—had grilled fish tacos. Separate GF menu & waitstaff was knowledgeable about protocols. Great experience
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Safety Feature Ratings
- Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
- Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Separate gluten-free 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
Other Characteristics
- Good for dinner
- Good for lunch
- Good selection of healthy options
- Good vegan options
- Good vegetarian options
- Offers outdoor seating
- Reservations recommended
Review
You can choose around the menu to make it work for you
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Somewhat
Quality & Quantity
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
Review
Went here for dinner -- got the tropical guacamole and tuna poke bowl. Delicious food, just ask for the GF menu.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Separate gluten-free 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
Review
We just ate here last night, and it was amazing! They have a separate gluten free menu that even denotes which items have potential for cross contamination which I loved. I wish more restaurants would follow Kaya. I got the adobo marinated flank steak, and it was one of the best meals I’ve ever had!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Safety Feature Ratings
- Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
- Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Separate gluten-free 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
Other Characteristics
- Good for dinner
- Good for lunch
- Good for takeout
- Good selection of healthy options
- Good vegan options
- Good vegetarian options
- Good with other allergies
- Offers outdoor seating
- Reservations recommended
Review
Super tasty, and pretty large portions. I was full on one appetizer.
I recommend the tofu. ❤
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Safety Feature Ratings
- Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
- Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Separate gluten-free 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
Review
Lots of options, and the staff is easily able to tell you which menu items have risk for cross contamination. I split some things with friends and tried the half jerk chicken, tuna poke bowl, and rainbow salad. All great!!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Separate gluten-free 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
Review
I read about this restaurant on a Facebook group. I was pleasantly surprised that the gluten-free menu indicated any items that had the potential to be cross-contaminated (such as sweet potato fries) so felt very safe. The Jamacian Jerk chicken was delicious!
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Separate gluten-free menu
Review
Wonderful experience. I have celiac and eat gluten-free and dairy-free. They had a separate gf menu and the server was knowledgeable about all of the ingredients. Lots of good choices. I ate the jerk chicken with spicy coleslaw and it was delicious. Highly recommend.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Separate gluten-free 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
Review
Staff was well educated. Could make most things gluten free. Everything I had was delicious and never got sick.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
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
Review
First time going to Kaya and I already plan to go back! I ordered the grilled fish tacos on corn tortillas. Nima tested gluten free and they were delicious!!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Safety Feature Ratings
- Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Separate gluten-free 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?
— Good
Other
Other Characteristics
- Good vegan options
- Offers outdoor seating
- Reservations recommended
Review
Fantastic!! Several GF choices & delicious cocktails. Waitress was knowledgeable and specified any potential cross contamination issues (no dedicated fryer). Had the Kaya burger & Pineapple Mango Salsa. No issues - best juicy flavorful burger I’ve had (no need a for bun)! We were traveling in the area and went there based upon the app reviews. Can’t wait to go back!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Somewhat
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Separate gluten-free 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
Review
Fun atmosphere, great cocktails. GF menu, with some good options. Less if you have to avoid cross contamination, but the waitress was lovely and knowledgeable. She warned of a shared frier and knew to keep non GF items separate. We got guacamole and bean dip (with tortillas and not chips) and it was delicious. Ate the chicken entree and it was yummy and felt great. We would eat there again for sure.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Safety Feature Ratings
- Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
- Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Separate gluten-free 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
Review
AMAZING!! dedicate GF menu that highlighted Vegetarian and vegan options. Lots of choices-instead on one choice
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Separate gluten-free 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
Other Characteristics
- Good for dairy-free
- Good for dinner
- Good for keto
- Good for takeout
- Good selection of healthy options
- Good vegan options
- Good with other allergies
- Offers delivery
- Offers outdoor seating
- Reservations recommended
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Somewhat
Quality & Quantity
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
Other Characteristics
- Good for dairy-free
- Good for lunch
- Good vegan options
- Good with other allergies
- Offers outdoor seating
Review
I had a wonderful experience at Kaya! I was nervous when I was looking at the menu online because it listed lots of “crispy” ingredients, but the server was incredibly kind and knowledgeable, and they have a completely separate gluten free menu that even lists items that might put you at risk of cross contamination. The food was delicious, I ate with complete confidence, and am happy to report that I didn’t get sick. I have pretty bad reactions to even small amounts of cross contamination.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Separate gluten-free 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
Review
Have GF menu. The jerk chicken is fabulous. And the cider on tap is GF and delicious. Will come back next time we are in town.
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Separate gluten-free 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
Review
Got sick afterwards. Bot safe for this hypersensitive celiac.
Had a great lunch here. Excellent salad, double checked everything, no issue with substituons. Jerk chicken is excellent!
Server was awesome about gf and very helpful
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?
— Good
Other
Other Characteristics
- Good for lunch
- Good for takeout
- Good vegan options
- Offers outdoor seating
Review
Had a local (Aurochs) gf beer and the seafood paella. It was so good! Dessert was creme brûlée. Recommend all of the above!! Service was great, too!
Review
A mini vaca w Caribbean vibe and exceptional food and service. Staff was helpful w instruction re GF items. I had half jerk chicken and it was the best chicken I have ever had. There was a caramelized crust on the chicken the had rich jerk flavor off the grill. So delicious! Great bar and sea bass I’ve had in the past was to die for. I really love Kaya and the love and care the staff put into it.
Review
Knowledgeable about Celiac and was able to point out things that were or able to be modified to be Gluten Free. Knew to ask if I was just Gluten Free or had Celiac.
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