Mission BBQ

3 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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3 ratings

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17301 Valley Mall Rd
Hagerstown, MD 21740

Most Recent Reviews


Symptomatic Celiac

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One of the few places where my husband can eat in Frederick. When it's gluten free they pay a lot of attention typically And do a good job of not cross-contaminating If there's ever any question as to whether something is gluten free they tended to research it for me.

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 6 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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June 20, 2023- As always at MIssion BBQ, gluten-free, safe and delicious meal. Texas Twang is not GF but all other sauces and their mustard are safe for Celiac sufferers. This location has a gluten free fryer, so YES... French fries.

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer
  • 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

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?

— 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
  • Offers online ordering
Updated 10 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Staff was knowledgeable about cross contamination. I guess they open your take out containers to make sure you have the right order, and staff member changed her gloves prior to opening. Impressive! Sweet potato with brown sugar butter - yes!

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?

— Good

Updated 2 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

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

Categories

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

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Celiac

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Staff was very knowledgable about celiac and preventing cross-contamination. The meats are cut in front of you, so I could hear a more experienced worker directing some newer ones to change their gloves and use separate weigh trays in order to keep my food safe. All of the hot sauces they have on the tables are GF except for “Texas Twang”.

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 2 years ago read full review

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This place is legit! Delicious food, clear communication, and a great armed services focused mission makes this a road trip favorite.

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer
  • 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
  • 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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Went because it was on the app. Told cashier I was celiac and one of the cooks came out and listed everything I could have as well as told the kitchen that my order was gluten free. Fries are also gluten free as they are in a separate fryer.

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?

— 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 kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Offers online ordering
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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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?

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Offers online ordering
Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Best brisket and fries I’ve had in a long time! And I’m picky about my fries. Ha. The flavor of the meat was incredible on its own, and with the smoky bbq sauce I added, it was top notch. Wish I lived closer!!

The team at Mission BBQ was so friendly and helpful. It’s seldom I encounter this level of friendliness and service. Very impressive!

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 3 years ago read full review

Gluten Sensitive

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Stopped here traveling through Hagerstown and got carry out. Very knowledgeable and sensitive to gluten issues.Great experience for me.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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One of the best GF locations in the Tri-State.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Staff was excellent and so was the food. They knew exactly what was gluten free (about 90% of the place is!!) and the decor is cool and the theme of the restaurant is honorable.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

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Gluten free menu. Delicious food. Incredibly friendly people who are knowledgable about gluten and happy to explain their options and set-up to you. They wipe down the prep area for your order to avoid cross-conramination.

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Staff made me feel safe and I had no bad reactions

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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Absolutely delicious. Everyone was knowledgeable about celiac/gluten free, handling was fantastic and all in full view. Everyone wiped down/changed gloves and used a dedicated fryer.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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I’ve had Mission BBQ catering a few times and have loved their celiac safe service and food. This was my first time eating in a restaurant and I was blown away. Every single staff member took my celiac seriously, when asked if they could change gloves she said “oh we have an entire celiac protocol, that’s a part of it!” They have bottles of sauce on every table, and all but one is celiac safe. But, I was a bit concerned about the potential contamination of the bottle cap, and the staff immediately changed it out for me. They even took the cap off without a gloved hand, and put the new cap on with her other hand, which was gloved. The immense attention to detail and care towards celiac customers blew me away. I ordered some to go as well because they did such a great job.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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Wow! What a gem! I have gluten and dairy allergies. We were on vacation and I cannot recommend this place enough. The staff was knowledgeable and extremely friendly. And the food was excellent. They had gluten and diet free sauces but the ribs I had fell off the bone and the rub was delicious. If you stop here, you won’t be disappointed.

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Staff was very knowledgeable about preparing food and free food. Most of the food is prepared without sauce and you just put it on afterwards. Dedicated fryer!!! I recommend the brisket Memphis Belle sauce!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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100% knowledgeable. 100% delicious. 100% friendly.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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What a great find! The wait staff was so friendly, helpful and knowledgable with gluten free options! Fun atmosphere!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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ask for GF menu. very knowledgeable and careful. potato salad was NOT listed as GF because they cooked the potatoes in the pasta water. good food, cool atmosphere and friendly staff.

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Delicious BBQ! You can ask to see their GF menu at the register. All but one of the BBQ sauces on the table are GF. Their fries are also safe.

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Five stars amazing food and the kitchen was very vigilant when I ordered gluten free

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Reviews of this Chain

Symptomatic Celiac

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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