Lewis Barbecue

I’ve been here multiple times and have always had an excellent experience. Staff has always been knowledgeable and uses new gloves, pulls out a separate cutting board, and will grab a new or safely cut piece of meet from the warmer or from the kitchen. They have an allergen PDF on their website. All meat is GF (except the fried options) and many of the sides / sauces are safe. Unfortunately no dedicated GF fryer.

Caution if going during busy hours (especially weekends), there will be a LONG line!

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for keto
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good with other allergies
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating
• Paleo friendly

Do not go here if you have celiac. The person at the counter to order was totally rude to me last night when I was trying to place my order and explain I have an allergy, even though they have a tile on the wall that says “tell us if you have an allergy”. Then she made some snarky comment to one of her coworkers when doing the glove change. But what was worst of all, I got horribly sick and was vomiting all night last night because of this food. I’ll never be back. It was a terrible experience.

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

Super knowledgeable staff. GF items marked on the menu. Changed gloves. Prepared GF food separately from non-GF items ordered with our group. Used a separate cutting board and utensils. Celiac daughter felt acknowledged and heard at this place! Wish we had one by us !!

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

Staff was very knowledgeable and cleaned up the work space, changed gloves, and got a new cutting board before preparing my food.

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

This was a great experience. I told them I was celiac and they knew exactly what to do. They cleaned off the prep area, got new knives, changed gloves, even got out new brisket and sausages from the oven to cut from. The meal was delicious.

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

Was in Charleston on vacation and had heard that Lewis BBQ had good barbecue so I wanted to try it. The sliced brisket I had was so good! The server was very knowledgeable about celiac and was very conscious about cross contact. He changed his gloves and got a new board and knife. After putting on clean gloves he was so careful he wouldn’t even touch the handle on the meat locker. I felt very safe eating there. He also let me know what sides were gluten free and safe for me to have. The other staff was also knowledgeable, as the next server helped with the sides. It was a great experience, and the dinner was so good. Loved it.

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
• 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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

So I also have a soy and dairy allergy. All the meats have soy in the Worcestershire sauce except the sausage but they have dairy. The food looked great but I couldn't eat much. Just as a heads up for multiple allergy people.

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?

— Average

I told them I had celiac and they knew what to do immediately- changed gloves, changed cutting board, let the others around them know, moved the bread away, got a new knife, and put everything on a separate tray. I felt so safe eating here.

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

Wow. Unreal. I felt so normal… celiac is no big deal… as soon as they find out they happily change gloves, knives, cutting board etc… Food is amazing

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

Staff very well trained on allergies and took numerous precautions to prep and pull out new meats to ensure their was no cross contamination.

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Perfect experience! I had eaten here once before I was diagnosed years ago and wanted to try again. Get yourself a margarita in line and enjoy the experience. I was there during a very busy time and it was not embarrassing at all to say I was celiac. You order away from other people, and they immediately knew what to do by changing gloves, cutting board and let the people next to them know. We ordered brisket as a family and they just put any sides that I could not have on a separate tray. I then grabbed all my food before anyone else started to eat. 24 hours later and zero symptoms! I hade brisket with tangy sauce, both types of sausage, potato salad, pickles, pickled onions and collards. Yummy!

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

They were very helpful and knowledgeable. As soon as you say allergy they change their gloves, clean up the area they prepare the meat. Get a new cutting board and knife and fresh untouched meats. Some of the best meats I've had

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

Staff was very knowledgeable, switched gloves and cutting board and cut from unwrapped meats when we told them there was a Celiac in our group.

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Really great BBQ! They were knowledgeable about celiac, once I let them know they changed gloves, cutting board, knife, and brought out new meats. All meat is GF. The only sides that were GF are the vegetables and beans. The fries are beer battered and not GF.

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

— Very

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

Love this place!!! Best BBQ I’ve ever had! I told the person serving me I had a gluten allergy and she immediately switched gloves and cutting board/utensils. She also let the rest of the staff members know that would be serving me. Could not eat the chips because they’re fried in the same oil as the beer-battered fries. My husband got the fries and they put them in a separate dish so it wouldn’t contaminate anything else on the tray. The sauces are gluten free. I also got the potato salad which was delicious. All staff members were very knowledgable and helpful.

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

I just called to place an order and explained the whole celiac thing and the restaurant told me that they don’t have “separate” cutting boards so they can’t guarantee that there wouldn’t be any cross contact. I was very surprised since some reviews said that they had separate cutting boards but she pretty much said the best they could do was use a different side of the cutting board….which is a no go for celiac. Could have been an employee that just didn’t know ??

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

When I told them gf, they asked if for celiac. They washed their hands, changed gloves, and got a new thing of pulled pork out to get mine.

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

Amazing! I was unsure standing in line - I ordered the prime rib and said I had a gluten allergy. Immediately they changed their gloves, brought out a new cutting board and utensils, and communicated with the rest of the workers on the line. Very impressed, felt safe eating here!

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

I said “celiac,” and the people on the line immediately began a glove change. Then one went to the back for the GF cutting board because they use the main cutting board for meat and bread. Everything on the menu was GF except 2 sides. The food was great, which is high praise coming from this Texan!

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

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 dinner
• Good for keto
• Good for lunch
• Offers outdoor seating

Extremely happy with the cross contamination concern! After finding out we were celiac (I told them a little late), he started over with our order (and didn't make me feel bad about it!). Everythings GF except corn pudding, Mac and cheese and fries. And it was delicious!

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

Dude, or dudette, this bbq place rocks. Get ready for a 20 min line. But there’s a bar along the line. The meats are heavenly. Brisket, pulled pork, ribs, etc are GF, abd sides are too like the Cole slaw, but not the fries. Nacho chips are cooked in same fryer as beer bartered other items. They will change the cutting board and their gloves in a heartbeat. Outstanding bbq joint.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for dinner
• Good for keto
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Offers online ordering

Our family shared a huge platter filled with most of their different kinds of meat. The brisket was my favorite! I did have some of their beans but I’m not a huge fan of pinto beans. Didn’t have any issues afterwards. Would definitely go back!

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

Celiacs out there you gotta go to this place! Easier menu of my gluten free life, and they’re the best in accommodating. They change everything and are adorable about taking care of you. Amazing food is a bonus.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• 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

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

Staff was accommodating to changing gloves, cutting boards and utensils without asking. All the meat is gluten free! The GF sides include potatoe salad, cole slaw, collard greens, and beans. Fries are not gf due to cross contamination. Food was excellent!

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

The brisket and ribs are to die for!! The jalapeño Cole slaw complements the meats perfectly. Order ahead the lines were insane.

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

All meats are gluten free. If you tell them you're celiac or gf, they change gloves, get a cutting board and knife from the back, and a new piece of meat. However, I've eaten here 3 times and it wrecked my stomach each time. I was thinking it was because I ate too much brisket each time (hard not too because it's delicious) but after my most recent visit, I've decided I won't be back.

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

Besides the hour long wait, it was a fantastic experience. When I told them I had a gluten allergy they changed gloves, got a clean cutting board and knife, got a fresh piece of meat out of the warmer, and made sure there was no cross contamination. Tons of options - I had the pulled pork, a slice of turkey and potato salad. Delicious!!

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

— Very

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

Ate here last night. Ordered the beef brisket, cole slaw, and pinto beans. Was sick the rest of the night immediately after ingestion. While the staff changed gloves, prepared a “clean” workspace, and identified the GF meats and sides for me, I still became extremely ill. I would avoid this place if you have Celiac disease. There is too much cross contamination.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Offers outdoor seating

All the meat is marked gluten free, the house sauces are gluten free and so are most of the side. I got pulled pork, a sausage link, collard greens & potato salad and chose the green Chile sauce. It was all delicious!! When I told them I had a gluten allergy, the team changed gloves, cleaned the area, and brought in new utensils & cutting board. Super impressed. Great experience.

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating

Changed their gloves without being asked and knew what celiac disease was!

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers outdoor seating

All the meats and sauces were gluten free! I told them we had celiac and they immediately took off gloves, took all their utensils to the back, and cleaned their table. Came back with a clean cutting board, grabbed new gloves and utensils for us. The preparers brought out new sides with clean utensils for our order. The fries aren’t gluten free.

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Offers outdoor seating

They change gloves and cutting boards/knife in front of you. The brisket was great, the sausage had a good flavor but I am not a fan of tough sausage casings. The pickles were fantastic. Not many of the sides are gluten free. Great experience

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?

— Some

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

— Good

When you get to the counter to order and tell the person you have celiac, they change gloves and get a new cutting board and knife, then that staff member handles your sides for you as well. Besides the meats, a good number of their sides and their sauces also are GF. Great outdoor seating! And great takeout

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

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Offers outdoor seating

Signs asking to advise of any allergies. Advised l had a gluten allergy and they brought out new meats to make my order. Beef ribs were delicious, best I’ve ever had.

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

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
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating

All the meat is delicious and gluten free. Will definitely be returning.

Our daughter is Celiac and they know exactly what to do at Lewis Barbecue to accommodate her. They change their gloves, the get out a new cutting board, they get brand new meat. Everyone we have ever had help us has been knowledgeable and kind. It is always an relaxing experience to eat there knowing we don't have to worry.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Told staff I had a gluten allergy (celiac) they brought out fresh brisket changed cutting board and gloves. Also food was fantastic. Only 3 sides I couldn’t eat.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

This place is amazing - make sure to tell them you’re celiac. I ordered pulled pork and beef brisket with pinto beans and kale. Ate twice. Both times I did not get sick.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

They are so accommodating and the food was amazing.

Staff was very knowledgeable on what I could and couldn’t eat! I was sad I couldn’t eat the fries with my BBQ but the beans and pork was really good!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Incredibly good brisket, pork, sauces and sweet tea. Celiac safe!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The staff was very accommodating & knowledgeable. They changed gloves, used a clean cutting board, & utensils. My daughter had ribs, brisket & the beans & did not get sick.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Their food is amazing and their staff is well trained. None of the meat has gluten in the spice or sauces. All sauces are made in house and are GF. Some of the sides, including the potato salad, collards and beans, are GF. If you say you have an allergy or are celiac, they will bring out a clean cutting board and knife and cut only from uncut meats. Safest place in town for celiacs and I run into many here who say it’s the only place they feel comfortable going to. Amazing food too!

Celiac friendly?

Yes