Naked Cafe

5 recent ratings
$$ • Cafe
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Safety Rating
4 ratings

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300 Carlsbad Village Dr
Carlsbad, CA 92008

Most Recent Reviews


Overall Rating

Review


Had the artichoke scramble and it was very good. GF items marked on the menu.

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?

— Good

Updated 7 months ago read full review

Celiac

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The food is delicious and the staff is friendly. But it is not safe for my son with celiac. They cook everything on the same grill pan. Staff was very kind, but explained that cross-contamination will happen :(

Safety


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

— Not at all

Safety Feature Ratings
  • 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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for lunch
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Gluten Sensitive

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They have gf pancakes, but surprisingly no gf bread substitute. The meals we had were delicious, but the server was not knowledgeable about GF. One of our favorite spots near the beach.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

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?

— Good

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

  • Gluten-Free Menu

Categories

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Cafe
  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Healthy
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Vegan Friendly

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More Reviews


Overall Rating

Review


Many GF options! Creative, delicious food. No GF toast but they offer GF pancakes. Great coffee too!

Safety


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

— Somewhat

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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There's GF items on the menu and labeled that way however I did end up getting sick. Which wasn't worth it because the presentation and taste of the food was subpar. I would never recommend this establishment.

Safety


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

— Not very

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?

— Below Average

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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I was so excited to be able to have chocolate chip pancakes here but when asking about cross contamination they told me they are cooked on the same surface as gluten batter. When I asked if they could do a separate pan they checked with the chef and told me they would not be able to accommodate my needs. Instead got a bowl of soggy overdue fruit. Perhaps just this one server and chef, but still very disappointed

Safety


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

— Not very

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?

— Poor

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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The wait staff didn’t know much about how to keep my highly sensitive celiac daughter safe so we weren’t confident at first. But the hostess/manager was more knowledgeable and steered us to an egg dish that is cooked in its own pan. She said other dishes are cooked on shared surfaces. We avoided the corn tortillas just in case they were warmed on the other surfaces. It all worked out fine. No reaction but I would hope the staff were a bit better trained for celiac since their menu plugs GF options. Just make sure to ask thorough questions.

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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The menu was easily labeled as to which dishes were GF. It was delicious and as out of town visitors, we are glad we took the time to stop and eat there.

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Excellent service and food!! Highly recommend!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Had Gluten Free choc. chip pancakes, No Problems

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Amazing staff and service!! Kombucha mimosas and GF pancakes is the way to start a Saturday!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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Friendly service! They have the best bacon. Tried the gf blueberry pancake. It was really good.

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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Soooo good! So many options for gluten and dairy free. Hubby was stoked to be able to get pancakes! I had the Yin & Yang (sans dairy, w/ corn tortilla and a fried egg). Yummy. Service was really good - fast and friendly.

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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Menu is clearly marked and the food is delicious! They even have the calorie count. And if you aren't counting calories the gelato place a few doors down is crazy good!!!!!

Updated 8 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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It's ok. They have maybe 1 half-way decent GF dish.

Updated 9 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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Forget the small selection, the food was disgusting and even their drinks were gross. Id much rather go across the street to Native Foods where there's a wider selection and better food. oh also their service sucks too. I had to finally go walk up to the kitchen and ask for my bill and pay there while standing next to the guy to do it ....... And this was on a weekday ... No crowd ....

Updated 10 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Only 3 items on menu were labeled GF. I don't call that a GF menu. One reviewer mentioned asking them to make modifications, but if this site says it has a GF menu I would expect more items to be designated GF so I don't have to special order - I already do that at most places! B

Updated 10 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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Food was great. If you feel like the menu doesn't mention many GF options, just ask. There are several dishes they can modify. And the coffee is GREAT! Service was way laid back and a little slow, but maybe it's because we aren't from a beach city. We are used to the LA rush and bustle. Great choice.

Updated 11 years ago read full review

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poor presentation and not very good. we left half our food and would have settled for a bagel.

Updated 11 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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We had breakfast there without any issues.

Updated 11 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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Green Goddess Salad is amazing! So many options and very knowledgable staff. Super friendly and great patio environment!

Updated 12 years ago read full review

Reviews of this Chain

Gluten Intolerant

Overall Rating

Review


Everything is clearly marked. We had a lovely brunch. Service was good. Selection was great. Food was yummy. Will definitely be back.

Safety


Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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
  • Dog friendly
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Offers outdoor seating

Overall Rating

Review


Quite a number of GF options although no GF bread, clearly marked menu

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?

— Average

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for lunch
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Good vegetarian options
Gluten Intolerant

Overall Rating

Review


Great coffee options and fantastic food!

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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

Overall Rating

Review


It’s not very good. I’ve given it a bunch of chances over many years but it’s just never very good. Also everything is sticky and and not well kept. Very limited gf options- no Gf bread, etc.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

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?

— Below Average

Overall Rating

Review


Absolutely amazing food!! 👏 Staff is super knowledgeable, menu is clearly marked for GF/vegan items, & I never have to worry about cross contamination. I was able to get the GF/Vegan Strawberry Choco Chip Pancakes as well as the rosemary potatoes. This was such a great find & we love coming here every time we're in the area!

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
  • Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
  • Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

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 breakfast/brunch
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Offers online ordering

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