Review of Outback Steakhouse

We felt confident after reading reviews on this restaurant. However, we found the staff jokey and not very knowledgeable. They have a gf menu and we ordered off it, talking at length with the kind waiter. I discovered a crouton in the ceaser salad with a mouthful of it chewed in my mouth. After spitting it out, rinsing my mouth, and confirming all our food needed to be gf, we ate. The food was absolutely delicious and flavourful. And we left with cautious optimism. And then, I did not get sick at all! This experience reminded us that we cannot be confident anywhere. We always have to remind and restate that our food (every dish) has to be prepared and served gluten free. Overall, good experience (just a little scary). Long story short- Outback Steakhouse is great place to eat gf. And, you have to stress what gf is and remind staff to attach “severe allergy” to the order going into the kitchen. Everytime and every restaurant!

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

— Somewhat

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