Lemongrass

13 ratings
$$ • Thai Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Safety Rating
7 ratings

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104 14th St NW
Charlottesville, VA 22903

Most Recent Reviews


Celiac

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I saw that a lot people said this was a good option for gluten free so I called to get some takeout! I was disappointed with the lack of gf options on the menu, but there still were some so I was willing to try. On the phone call when ordering I made I clear that I can’t have gluten bc and “allergy” (celiac really) and the women told me they have gluten free options and I said great and told her I wanted the pad Thai (marked gf) and asked if the tofu you could get with that was gluten free. She got Very flustered and went on and on saying really nothing at all about how she doesn’t know gluten this gluten that idk... so I asked more specifically how the tofu was prepared, was it fried, what else was fried in the same frier and she just got more flustered and did not have a clear answer to anything and did not seem to have a good concept of what gluten free really meant. I decided it was not safe to order from her and got Vu noodles instead

Safety


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

— Not at all

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 3 years ago read full review

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There are few gluten free options but it is safe. Definitely not the best pad Thai you'll have but not bad

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

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Updated 4 years ago read full review

This establishment is NOT a dedicated gluten-free facility and may not be safe for those with celiac disease. Please contact the establishment directly to inquire about safety precautions.

Gluten-Free Features

  • Gluten-Free Menu

Categories

  • Asian
  • Dinner
  • Lunch
  • Restaurant
  • Takeout
  • Thai
  • Vegetarian Friendly
  • Vietnamese

Notes


Has clearly marked gluten free items on their menu and lots of choices.

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Celiac

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While there used to be more items on the menu marked with GF, there are now only a few. There is some risk of cc with their dishes but that being said, I’ve never had a reaction after eating here. I’d avoid the tofu since it’s fried in a shared fryer. Overall, they have some yummy options but it comes with some risk of cc.

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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I love this place. Plenty of their offerings aren't GF, and they have cross contamination for a lot of dishes, BUT their curries are made individually in a separate pan. I've been getting them for years and they're always celiac safe. Just don't get the tofu (it's fried in a shared fryer). Otherwise the curries, with meat or "no meat", are delicious.

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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CELIAC BEWARE: The menus once had GF written by the majority of items, but someone has put White-Out on the menus beside almost all of the items. Maybe four items left and all curry dishes were no longer GF. I asked the waitress about this and she advised there has been some cultural differences about what gluten means. I have no idea what that means and did not stay and risk it. There were also some language barriers that may have contributed to misunderstanding about gluten. This seemed very scary to me and we did not eat there due to my gluten sensitivity being high and traveling away from home.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Clearly marked gluten free options--and lots of them! Staff is very helpful and kind. Fast service and delicious food. Best (and really only) restaurant on the corner that has celiac friendly options other than salads! Highly recommend!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Food was great service was good, waitress even asked about gluten intolerance or Celiac and then told us not to order anything that is deep fried the frier is not Celiac friendly.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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Updated 8 years ago read full review

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Best spot for GF lunch on the corner. Tons of options for all courses, all very clearly marked on the (dinner) menu. Staff knowledgeable and friendly, with the owners always around if you have questions about the menu.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 9 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Staff is friendly to folks with gluten allergies. The menu has a good variety of choices--spicy or not, veggie or not. My favorite dishes are Tamarind Chicken or Tofu over veggies and brown rice (I've had both) and Pad Thai ( choice of tofu, chicken, or shrimp for extra). Both delicious. Also lemon tofu soup with veggies was great (clean) and pineapple rice was okay. They will adjust a dish to your desired level of spice. Love Lemongrass!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 10 years ago read full review

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Safe if you have Celiac Disease, particularly the curries, which are made at a separate prep station from fried, battered dishes. No gluten in fish sauce, and manager is knowledgeable, welcoming, and open to questions.

Updated 11 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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We came in 15 minutes before closing but they were very welcoming. Menu is marked for GF, vegetarian and vegan. Pretty good Thai food.

Updated 11 years ago read full review

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