Lakeside Tavern

I called ahead to see if they still offered a GF menu since the last review was in 2014. They do! When we arrived I asked the hostess for a menu and he happily brought one back to the table. My dining companion has been to this restaurant several times and recommended the pork tenderloin which is on the GF menu. However, I chose the Salmon. It was slightly undercooked but still flaky and good. It comes with cheddar mashed potatoes and steamed broccoli. Both were very tasty. I had no issues until several hours later . My stomach was a bit achy but I realized it was the cheddar potatoes. I try to avoid dairy but obviously they used cheese and milk to make them. But the problem didn't last very long. Very satisfied and would eat there again. Oh...I had to laugh, they normally serve a bread basket but I guess because of the GF menu they didn't bring it out. My friend had to ask for it! When he did the server glanced at me for my reaction. Nice for the tables to he turned for once ;)

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

Over the last few months they have gone downhill. I order the strawberry chicken salad off the gluten free menu every time. I order it with no cheese. The last three times I have ordered this gluten-free strawberry chicken salad, The chicken has marinade on it despite the container saying “gluten free”. The salad also has cheese crumbles. We called the last two times to explain to them the issue and they issued us a gift card. When we used it on the last time, The salad was the third of the regular size, chicken was burnt, and there was cheese in it. We threw it out. We called them to tell them and they wanted to offer another gift card and we declined. We truly do not feel this establishment is safe for anyone eating gluten free. I felt safe eating there for years but we will not return. Completely not safe and not worth the stress.

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

— Not very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Other Characteristics

• Offers outdoor seating

Reccomend the rosemary pork tenderloin. Very nice restaurant and service.

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

— Somewhat

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

the service was great! i recommend the salmon, mashed potatoes, and broccoli. yum!!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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

Separate GF menu with a surprising amount of tasty options, but you do need to clearly tell your waiter you have celiac because the order is the same as the regular menu so they then mark your order as an allergy and prepare it differently. It was also a treat to find out they have a separate GF fryer so I was able to eat French fries!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I have eaten here twice recently and have been very pleased with their attention to GF. They have a menu and the server even asked permission to bring the bread basket to the table. Those are the kinds of things that make someone with CD a bit less apprehensive about dining out. It is indicative that some training has occurred. The food was delicious and even a couple of choices for dessert! In addition, beautiful place and great ambiance.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Phenomenal restaurant with gluten free menu!

Good food they do have a gluten free menu and a lot of choices too

They do not have a designated GF menu, but the server checked with the kitchen and brought a menu highlighted with what was GF. Very god experience.