Mission BBQ

7 recent ratings
$ • Barbecue Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu

Warning

This is a chain, which typically means a high risk of cross-contact. It may not be possible to dine safely at this establishment.

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7 ratings

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2229 Colonial Ave
Roanoke, VA 24015
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Symptomatic Celiac

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We eat here a lot simply because of their attention to GF safety protocols and the care they demonstrate! Everything on the menu is delicious and the service is top notch!!

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer
  • 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 kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
Updated 8 months ago read full review

Celiac

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I had eaten here before and was fine. Staff called out that there was an allergy. But I was distracted this time, and never heard them call out. I am now suffering. This is probably an eat at your own risk place for a celiac which is sad. I like the food, just not the pain.

Safety


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

— Not 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

Updated 10 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Staff knowledgeable. Ordering was easy. Separate gf menu. Food 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

Updated 1 year 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

  • Reported to have a dedicated fryer
  • Gluten-Free Menu

Categories

  • Barbecue
  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Delivery
  • Dinner
  • Keto Friendly
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Online Ordering
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Paleo Friendly
  • Restaurant
  • Takeout

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Celiac

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Review


Absolutely delicious ribs and fries. The staff clearly called out gluten free and food prep changes gloves, etc. They have a dedicated fryer and were knowledgeable about precautions.

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer
  • 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?

— 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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Enjoyed brisket, fries, and cole slaw without incident. Told them I had celiac and they assured me that they had a dedicated fryer. They told me which (packaged sauces) were gluten free and warned my husband when he tried to order one that was not safe for me. I saw them call out that my order was gluten free and the servers changed gloves and kept mine separate. They told me that they have a food allergy protocol and train on using it.

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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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Good food…was gluten bombed..sick for two weeks. Foods marked gluten free were not. Restaurant said it was my fault for ordering the stated gluten free items without telling them I had an allergy. Eat here, take your chances…I lost.

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

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

— Good

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


I have eaten here many times without incident. However, there was one time the order-taker did not know what to enter on the computer and say to the others so I learned to make sure that person made a specific note about it, and yell “fry down” for the fries.

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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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The food was delicious! We had a special- smoked prime rib. The cashier immediately said that she didn’t think the au jus was gf. We also got brisket- we didn’t even try sauces, it was so good plain. Gluten free fryer too.

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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Review


Separate GF menu. Dedicated fryers for house made GF fresh cut fries.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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Gluten free menu. I had the pulled pork, brisket, baked beans, and green beans. I liked that the lady taking my order explained how careful they are regarding cross contamination...they use separate cutting boards when ordering gluten free.

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Gluten free menu had good selection of entrées, and most of their sauces. Ribs and pulled pork are great.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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They always go out of their way to make sure I have a safe meal. One of my favorite places to eat in Roanoke.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Updated 5 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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This place made me feel normal! They have SO many options. Plus the food was amazing.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Very good customer service, very cautious of gluten free, a variety of options, and pet friendly. Definitely a place to check out whether you like barbecue or not, there's options for all!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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I had high hopes when I tried Mission BBQ. It seemed as though the employees were really trying to make me a safe meal. Unfortunately the food must not have been completely gluten free. I've been sick for the last two days from it. 😢

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Review


Good but not great pulled pork. Good price. Staff knowledgeable about GF and there is a GF menu.

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Best BBQ in town! I am simple and always get pulled pork or chicken with a side salad. It's delicious and celiac safe. Ask which BBQ sauces are GF. All but 1 of them is GF.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


We have multiple allergies we're dealing with and the cashier and manager could not have been more helpful and accommodating. The pulled pork was terrific and the brisket was to. die. for. We'll be going back!!

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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We should have looked at their website before going. The two employees behind the counter knew very little about what any of the food contained. I was offered a sample of the potato salad after being told it was gf. I ate it and ordered it as a side to my meal. When we asked if they had a gluten free menu we were told no. After sitting down we looked up their website and saw that they do have a gf menu and the potato salad is NOT on it. Make sure to do your research before ordering!

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Just left this restaurant and all i can say, this is the first place where i felt that my daughter got 100% GF food! We are from Europe and on a few weeks trip in US (from Boston to Tampa. ) and with celiac it's always hard to have a quick meal. But this the place was very cool, the staff was nice, the chief was very helpful and the food was amazin!! They really care about their customers!! Thank you so much!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Knowledgable staff- streamlined process!

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Very kind and knowledgable staff. They change their gloves and use a fresh cutting board when preparing gluten free foods. Not to mention, the food is delicious. Many gluten free options and a separate gf menu.

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Great! Very attentive & celiac friendly.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 8 years ago read full review

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 8 years ago read full review

Gluten Sensitive

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Very impressed and happy with their gf menu choices and understanding of gf. French fries are the only thing fried in the fryer and are gf. 5 of the 6 sauces on the table are gf - all except the Texas twang. Delicious brisket and pulled pork - I will not hesitate to come back. Family friendly quick service style.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 8 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Excellent BBQ. Very understanding mgmt even brought out Worcestershire sauce bottle to show us the ingredients. Highly recommend! Will be returning.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 8 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


I was a little hesitant to try Mission BBQ at first but finally was convinced and it was amazing. You can watch the chefs prepare your food while waiting at the counter and they are conscientious of cross contamination. Their meats are so tender and they have many different gluten free options including pulled pork, chicken, and ribs. Their French fries are delicious and come on your plate in an abundance. I would also highly recommend the beans and bacon as a side.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 8 years ago read full review

Reviews of this Chain

Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


They do have a gluten free menu. Never had an issue here.

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?

— Good

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Super knowledgeable staff and well-versed in celiac, staff has family member with celiac diagnosis. Has a dedicated GF fryer for fries. Very lovely experience and people here. Tastes great :)

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

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

— Excellent

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


My daughter has celiac and has had no reaction. The employees make sure to communicate that there is a gluten issue when preparing her food. Dedicated fryer for fries!

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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

Overall Rating

Review


Mission BBQ was great! The staff were very friendly and helpful. The food was great and I could even have french fries. I would definitely go back.

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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 takeout
Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


This is my second visit to Mission in 6 months. I don't recall what I ordered in December bit it didn't bother me. This trip I ordered the smoked hamburger without a bun (no gf option) with mashed potatoes. This will be a regular visit when I'm in DE.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Quality & Quantity


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 kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout

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