New Moon

8 recent ratings
$$ • Chinese Restaurant
Reported NOT to have a gluten-free menu
Safety Rating
8 ratings

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2138 Verdugo Blvd
Montrose, CA 91020

Most Recent Reviews


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I was diagnosed in 2019 and have been here countless times since then. However, today, I am confident that I was glutened after ordering takeout here. I don’t know what happened- I only ate from their white allergy containers and went first in my family buffet in order to avoid any risk of cross contamination. Yet within 15 minutes of eating, I was bloated and nauseous. Their food is always delicious, and I have had nothing but great experiences in the past, but sadly I no longer feel safe here.

Safety


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

— Not at all

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 4 months ago read full review

Celiac

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I wanted to give this place a stellar review but I can’t. I had a great experience the first time. The second time I ordered, I told them I was celiac and completely understood the protocol. Unfortunately, there were wheat noodles in my dish. I went a second time and it happened again. I followed the protocol of letting them know and they assured me they would keep everything separate. Their allergy containers are white and everything was packaged accordingly. Proceed with caution.

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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for takeout
  • Offers delivery
  • Offers online ordering
Updated 9 months ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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My husband and I can’t say enough good things about New Moon. The staff is gracious and well-informed about the menu, including all items that can be made gluten-free. The food is very fresh, delicious, portions are generous and cooked to order. I am gluten-intolerant and my husband is not. The owner has family members with food allergies, so there is a deep understanding and consideration for these concerns. Our go-to place for yummy Chinese fare.

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?

— 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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good with other allergies
Updated 11 months 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

  • None Listed

Categories

  • Allergy Friendly
  • Asian
  • Chinese
  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Delivery
  • Dinner
  • Healthy
  • Keto Friendly
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Online Ordering
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restaurant
  • Takeout

Notes


Will make many of the dishes with tamari, wheat free soy sauce.

Photos


Chow fun (sep2021)
Menu (sep2021) front
Menu (sep2021) back
Inside dinning (sep2021)
:( I was not so lucky
GF Dragon Beef...could only take a photo of half because my son at it so fast!!
GF fried rice
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Gluten Intolerant

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They can make almost anything on the menu gf. Everything is made to order. The food is so good. We had the shrimp appetizer, Mongolian beef, orange chicken, and chow fun. I would definitely recommend.

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

Hashimoto's

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We’ve been wanting to try this place for a while and finally went last night. I’ve been missing Chinese food as I have a gluten allergy, but was told by our waiter that most entrees can be made gluten free. Food was very fresh and delicious, portions were good and we thoroughly enjoyed our dinner. Will be back whenever I’m craving good Chinese food.

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?

— Excellent

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Never had any problems after eating here. I love it and so much of the menu can be made GF. They are very accommodating.

Safety


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

— 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?

— 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

Celiac

Overall Rating

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
  • 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?

— 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 lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Offers outdoor seating
  • Reservations recommended
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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GF appetizers only Walley’s grilled shrimp (they use cornstarch to add a crunch to the shrimp). GF Noodles only chow fun (all meats are gf except pork because it pre marinated). It was all super yummy! And they have gluten free soy sauce upon request :)

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?

— 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

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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We go here for lunch or dinner on the way from the Descanso Gardens and Pasadena. Fantastic in all respects. We have had the Beef with Snow Peas, chicken, and the Walnut Shrimp. They use gluten free soy sauce when requested and the dishes taste fantastic. Very knowledgeable staff who bring gluten free soy sauce to our table as well. We stop here whenever we are traveling from the San Fernando Valley to Pasadena. They also have takeout and we get lunch/dinner and go to the park just to the south for a picnic. Open for inside dining as well as outside. There is also a bar attached to the restaurant.

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
  • Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Quality & Quantity


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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for keto
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Server was knowledgeable and made sure to let the kitchen know. Food tastes great and had no reaction! Make sure to emphasize to server if you have celiac.

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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Other


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

Celiac

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They made my entire order gluten free. Each dish was marked with an allergy sticker.

Almost everything on the menu can be made gluten free except appetizers, soups, and some noodles.

I had orange chicken, chow fun with pork, fried rice with chicken, and string beans. I’ve been really missing Chinese food since getting diagnosed. This hit the spot!

The only drawback is that it is a little expensive. But worth the treat!

Safety


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

— 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?

— 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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Looks like I'm unlucky as everyone else has g9od reviews

Tl;dr: Dish supposed to be free of Allergen, said allergen was found in the food and gave me issues. (Pictures on Yelp Review) Celiac beware, gluten intolerant you'll probably be fine.

Saw this place on this app with beef and broccoli and being a celiac I had to go. Got it and had a little piece of heaven, but was feeling a little weird the next day. It's hard to pinpoint what gives me issues as I ate other stuff so whatever, chocked it up.

Went back a few days ago for my fix and I eat about half, BOMB as usual, but next couple days I have no energy, diarrhea, stomach cramps, the whole 9. Finally work up a lil appetite and go to finish my food, and I see the culprit. Couple of stray noodles, in what was designated allergy/special instructions.

I really appreciate the accomodation, as it's hard to find gluten free dishes (especially one this good), but when dealing with allergies, there has to be a keen eye on caution. I am not without some fault as I chose to take a chance. Will think over that decision next time.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 3 years ago read full review

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This restaurant is extremely celiac friendly. Every staff who helped up was well-informed about GF options and they were cautious. I thoroughly enjoyed the food, ambiance, and service. I didn’t have a reaction. It’s definitely my go-to spot for Chinese food. It was fresh and so tasty. Not oily, not super sweet. Nice sized, sharing portions.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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This place is sooo celiac friendly :)

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Fantastic! Have not eaten Chinese at a restaurant in several years. Food is very fresh and tasty. Most of all menu can be made gluten free except appetizers and soups. Our waiter was very knowledgeable and aware. Will go again! Yay!!!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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After avoiding Chinese food for years due to my son’s Celiac Disease, we happened upon the reviews for New Moon and decided to venture in. The food is absolutely delicious! We had fried rice, Kung Pao Chicken, and New Moon’s Dragon Beef. What a treat! Our new favorite, for sure!

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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Hands down THE BEST Chinese food we’ve ever had, and it was nearly all gluten free. You have to go.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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Best gluten free Chinese ever! Never gotten sick. Flavors are amazing!

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Went back again and had a great time again. The waiters are happy to review the entire menu and go over what is gluten free. Very large selection as they can make most of the dishes with gluten free soy sauce.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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Everyone was very knowledgeable and almost everything on the menu could be made GF. Yummy food! Such a treat!!!

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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I love this place. I'm a very sensitive Celiac and they have never gotten me sick! I usually get the chow fun or Kung Pao chicken. Tropical iced tea. All safe choices. Great service

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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I was lucky and had a GF waitress but even if I hadn't they seem very GF savvy. I had the best egg drop soup I'm my life! They made me GF egg fu yung with BBQ pork that was GF. The only mistake the chef made was the sauce. It was inedible it was so salty. The waitress promptly had them make me another. Delicious.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 8 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Americanized Chinese food, a little pricey. But they were very knowledgable re: what could be made GF & what could not. We went right at opening for dinner, had a shrimp appetizer that was very good & Kung Pao shrimp, also good. Super sensitive Celiac hubby did not get sick so we will probably go back. There aren't many places for GF Chinese food.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 9 years ago read full review

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Delicious food that they will make gluten free for you.

Updated 9 years ago read full review

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