Odd Birds Cocktail Lounge & Kitchen

Came here last night at about 9:30 after a concert for a snack and a drink. Waitress was not very knowledgeable. She did not know what celiac even was. But after asking questions and finding out they have a dedicated fryer I ordered some fries. She came back and said they don’t have the dedicated fryer turned on for their late night menu so they had nothing I could eat. Nothing. So I sat there while everyone else ate. I’m thankful they didn’t just lie and get me sick but nobody wants to go to a restaurant just to not be able to eat anything.

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

Currently a server here but now we offer gluten free buns and we have a dedicated gluten free fryer. Make sure you inform your server to make sure it goes in the correct fryer. Our empanadas and arepas are gluten free as well as many other options.

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for dinner
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating

The food was delicious but not safe for celiacs, unfortunately. The GF items are not listed on the menu and I think the staff needs to be better trained on GF menu items and protocol. If you are not celiac, I HIGHLY recommend. It was very good food. Extremely slow service, and not exactly family friendly, especially at night. It is first and foremost a bar. A bar that serves excellent food for non-celiacs.

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

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

Menu is not labeled but staff is knowledgeable. Fun atmosphere, large outdoor patio. Interesting cocktail menu. Nature of the menu provides lots of gluten free options. Do not have dedicated fryer. Had flourless chocolate cake as a dessert option.

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?

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Offers outdoor seating

The restaurant will be coming out with a new menu in a week or so. In the meantime, the current Menu does not have GF items marked and there is no separate GF menu either. However, the hostess called the Manager to help us and assured us that they could make us a GF meal. Our server Ryan, was super knowledgeable and helpful. He helped us order and made certain that everything we ordered was GF and safe. He made our dining experience exceptional. We were so excited to eat out again AND to find a new restaurant that we ordered several items - GF Bloody Mary’s that were spicy and delicious, chicken empanadas made with masarepa (corn) rather than flour, ceviche with plantain chips, and arepitas with nata. We took home leftovers and ordered pork empanadas to take home too. I confirmed meat marinades are GF, no soy sauce in the ceviche, dedicated fryer for empanadas, etc , vodka was made from potato and GF was marked on the bottle. They have a real Argentina asador (grill) outside to cook the meats. Smelled divine! Can’t wait to go back!

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for takeout
• Offers delivery

Had an AMAZING experience. We recently discovered our gluten-intolerant and have been learning as we go. While they don’t have a separate gluten free menu, the staff was very knowledgeable about their food, as well as the precautions they take in the kitchen. On top of the great service, the food was absolutely delicious! Can’t recommend the cachapas and tacos enough! We will definitely be returning customers!

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

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 Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for lunch
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers outdoor seating