Review of Po's Rice and Spice

I am sad to have to post this review as this restaurant has great potential. I have eaten here before with no problems, however, that was not the case on this last visit. I had multiple conversations with the server regarding items that were gluten-free. I carefully ordered from the menu two items that were labeled GF. The appetizer, the scallion, pancake to share with my husband, and the sweet-and-sour chicken for my main course. The server highly recommended both options and guaranteed that both were gluten-free. He did, however, mention that the sauce that came with the scallion pancake was not gluten-free and brought me tamari sauce. Sadly one of those items, and I am guessing it was the scallion pancake, was not gluten-free. I couldn’t even make it all the way home, without having to pull over and vomit. I went on to have a very severe reaction, vomiting for hours afterwards. I called the next day and was told that both items are gluten free, over and over again. I finally asked the person on the phone to ask the kitchen what flour they use in the pancake. When he came back, he apologized and said the item apparently is NOT gluten free, never has been. According to a review, I saw on here back in April the same thing happen to someone else, and they still left it on the menu labeled as Gluten-Free. I guess I will be reaching out to the health department now. Bottom line, this is not a safe Place to eat.

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

— Not at all

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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?

— Poor

Other Characteristics

• Good for takeout
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating