Rí Rá Irish Pub & Restaurant

Riras has a dedicated fryer and an extensive gluten free menu. I love their Buffalo chicken and their fish and chips. Great views in a cool part of Portland too.

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

— Very

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

Had the best experience - even with a large party of 10 which can be nerve-wracking. In addition to 2 Celiac meals we got onion rings to split between a bunch of us and when I asked to confirm the onion rings were gf I was told Ri Ra’s default fryers are gluten free (which I guess you can tell from the clearly stated gluten free batter for chicken and fish on the menu) and that they have a separate fryer for the one-off gluten items. Cool to see a reversal on the usual “dedicated fryer” situation and we felt great!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

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 Characteristics

• Good for dinner
• Good with other allergies

It was really nice to be able to eat in an Irish Pub! We stopped in for a snack after wandering around Old Port and it was so easy to pick something quickly and order. Our waitress told us that the fryer is dedicated gluten free and most things (as seen on the menu) are available gluten free. She was very knowledgeable and wrote a note about avoiding cross contact for the kitchen. We got fries and onion rings, both of which were delicious. I would definitely recommend stopping in if you’re in the area!

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

— Very

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

Such a great pub. I felt normal going in and being able to order a burger and fries and have an Irish Cider. Food and atmosphere were great.

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

— Very

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

Great experience. Came here on a Thursday afternoon. Waiter was aware of celiacs and I just asked to make sure they still had a gluten free fryer and he assured me they did. Fish and chips were well portioned and very tasty. Buttermilk crispy chicken sandwich on an Udis bun was phenomenal! The bun didn’t fall apart like usual bc they toasted it! Mayo packets very difficult open!! That’s my only complaint and if that’s the case, the place is a okay in my book!

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

— Very

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

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

— Very

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

Rí Rá has a few different fryers, a couple are dedicated gluten free. The fish and chips… AMAZING. The onion rings were also great. They had a handful of other gluten free options on the menu.

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

— Very

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

We had a wonderful time! The fried fish and chips were the best we have had. (I’ve had 3 in 2 days) They appear to change their cooking oil quickly as the fish had no fried-after-taste. So good! And my stomach was fine after eating. Fryers are dedicated GF per the waitress.

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

— Very

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

Pleasant surprise to see the extensive GF menu and dedicated fryer! I have fish and chips for the first time too.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

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 Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dinner
• Good for lunch

I had the grain bowl and onion rings. Both were excellent!

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

— Very

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

Very nice dinner experience. The server was very knowledgeable and experienced with celiac as well as the kitchen practices. There were quite a few marked items on the menu and our celiac didn’t have any reaction to the fried food. The meals weren’t marked when they came out, but it wasn’t a big deal with our order.

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
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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 Characteristics

• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers outdoor seating
• Reservations recommended

Amazing! Server confirmed that all fried items are made of gluten free ingredients (chicken, fish, fries, etc), meaning no cross contamination in the fryer. Portland overall has been a great city as a celiac, but this is probably the best experience so far in terms of getting to eat foods that I normally can’t (fried chicken, fish ‘n chips). Even my non celiac, gluten-eating husband thought the food was great!

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

— Very

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

Writing this so others can learn from my mistake!! I recently dined here and took their GF accommodations at face value. I ordered the fish & chips and when asking the waitress to please also note a gluten allergy she claimed I had nothing to worry about so I thought I was safe. What I didn’t do is confirm separate prep areas/fryers for the fish and/or fries. I have ended up having one of the more severe reactions I’ve had in a long time so assuming the cross contamination was heavy. Ultimately my mistake for not clarifying so posting as a fair warning for everyone else!

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

— Not at all

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

Fantastic gluten free dining experience. Menu has plenty gluten free options including the fish and chips which is always gluten free. Burger bun option is Udi’s which are great. I was so happy to have a real meal here. Friendly service and a cool old pub style building.

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

I only learned of this restaurant from the app. While I previously looked at the menu online, when we arrived I asked if there was a separate gluten free menu or if it was incorporated within the menu. The hostess had to look at the menu to see that it was incorporated, not a big deal.

The restaurant itself is absolutely awesome. After we were seated, we were told that they were out of gluten free buns. The menu is self explanatory and wonderfully marked for gluten free, vegetarian and vegan. The chicken bites were gluten free, tender and juicy and the sauces are labeled as gluten free or not. The French fries were nothing special, could’ve been crispier for our liking. A friends seafood chowder was cold and kids pasta and garlic butter had about a half of a cup of sitting butter at the bottom of the bowl. I got a steak and cheese which I thought would come with mayonnaise. The sandwich itself didn’t have enough cheese and it was pretty dry.

The atmosphere is great. I REALLY wanted to like this place more given the gluten free options, but they weren’t all readily available: furthermore, the cost for the quality wasn’t worth it for us.

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

— Somewhat

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?

— Below Average

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Good vegan options
• Good vegetarian options
• Reservations recommended

Super accommodating and knowledgeable staff. Helped with my celiac and my friends vegetarian needs. Really pretty dining room upstairs, worth the wait. Wonderful cider options.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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

Being gluten free I miss onion rings. Ri' R'a' has gluten free onion rings! They are thin cut, like onion straws, yet so good.

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

I have celiac and was craving fish and chips our entire trip. Seems odd that an Irish pub would have the best fish and chips but hands down the best meal I had while visiting!

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

— Very

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

Almost missed this place and it would have been a shame. Had drinks in the first floor pub.. great ambiance... then ate dinner upstairs looking over the harbor. Staff very friendly and knew all about gf options and made suggestions... had great gf fish and chips and Irish cider.. really enjoyed this experience and will return.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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
• Offers online ordering

At first I was pleasantly surprised with my waitress stating that many cooks and workers have celiac after I told her about my allergy. There is a dedicated frier as well!! HOWEVER, things took a turn. I had ordered the chicken bites and the waitress asked me if I wanted sauce (saying the only sauce not being Gf is the sweet chili). I ordered a side of the BBQ sauce to go with the chicken bites. As I am eating my meal she comes back to the table and says “oh I don’t know if you have already started eating but the bbq sauce has gluten in it”… what a terrible turn to my dinner as I have eaten half of my meal with the SAUCE. I would not recommend this place to any one with a celiac allergy as I asked another waitress after if something was gluten free and she did not know either.

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

— Not at all

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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?

— Poor

AMAZING. Hands down the best meal I’ve had in Portland. I ordered the chicken sando on a GF bun with onion rings and it was everything I could have asked for and more. The onion rings were superb.

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

— Very

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

Fish and chips were excellent!

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

— Somewhat

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

Dedicated GF fryer and all breading was GF. Felt super safe eating here. Food was delicious! We got the fish and chips and chicken sandwich. The upstairs dining area comes with a nice view!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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 Characteristics

• Good for lunch

Dedicated fryer and knowledgeable well trained staff! Gf fish and chips were delicious.

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

— Very

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

I was impressed and surprised to learn that they were so gluten friendly since that was not the case years ago! Only gluten free items go in the fryer and the waitress was diligent in noting my dietary needs. Had the burger on gluten free bun with fries. Both were great and had no reaction, one of the better gluten free burgers I’ve had in a while.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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

The menu clearly states gf. Waiter knew the importance of gf. Told both chefs working about gf need) Had the onion rings, chicken bites and the fish and chips. Dedicated fryer. Incredible. The ambiance was fantastic, had a seat by the window overlooking the water. Had all the fireplaces running, so cozy!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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 Characteristics

• Reservations recommended

Outstanding meal! Several GF options.

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

— Somewhat

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

DEDICATED FRYER. Honestly a hidden gem. Beautiful view of the water and yummy cocktails, cozy place at night and the food was delicious! Always a treat to find things like onion rings and fish n chips!

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

— Very

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

The GF fish and chips was fantastic. My daughter had the cheeseburger and fries but wasn't a huge fan of the bun. They had fantastic fries from a dedicated fryer and many GF options.

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
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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 Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Good for lunch

Mmm… my chicken sandwich was SO good… breaded and fried and totally gluten free. There is a dedicated fryer. Days later, I feel great; did not get sick.

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

— Somewhat

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

Lots of gluten free options! I got the Lobster Po Boy which is breaded in gluten free breading and gluten free onion rings. I can’t say enough good things about this meal. I haven’t have gluten free onion rings in so long and they were incredible!

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

I was so pleased with the experience at this restaurant. Every sandwich could be done gluten free with gluten free bread crumbs. I have celiac and haven’t eaten a fried chicken sandwich for over two years and was so happy when I could break that streak at Ri Ra. The food was excellent and there are so many amazing options for people who are GF. Def recommend 10/10

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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 Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for takeout

Had the GF fish and chips which were excellent!

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

Offer a few gf selections. Not many. Just salads.

Just a couple salads really. I had the Harvest salad. It was just okay. They offer one gf side, mashed potatoes, which were very good.

Waitress I had was very knowledgeable. She had celiacs as well and knew there was not much on the menu.

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

— Not very

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?

— Good