River Street Tavern

The waitstaff was friendly but not knowledgeable about Celiac/ gluten allergies. They had a small gf section on the menu and I was told I could have a burger with a gf bun but after asking a few questions we found out they toast regular buns on the same grill so cross contamination is a high risk. We asked if they could cook the burger in a separate pan but we’re told they couldn’t do that since they only have the grill as a cooking surface. I got a salad and the waitress listed croutons as something included in it as if that wouldn’t be an issue. I decided not to take the risk. My husband, who has no food restrictions, enjoyed his meal but I would NOT recommend this place to anyone with Celiac or strong sensitivity.

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

While I'm grateful for their understanding of gluten and cross-contamination, a small GF menu becomes smaller when the only safe sides are salad and potato salad and wings most likely are cross-contaminated. The potato salad was not very good (to put it nicely) and the burger was okay. Not a family favorite, even for my gluten eaters.

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?

— Below Average

We went here especially because of the celiac review on here. I have very sensitive celiac, dairy, oat and sugar intolerances. There is a gf box on the menu you can choose from which I was delighted with. I asked the server to be sure to cook my chicken filet on a clean pan. There is only one large flat plate where they cook everything so there will almost definitely be cross contamination. They couldn’t accomodate an allergy she said. I opted for the “safe” Greek salad which I didn’t finish because it was not great. When my salad came out a plate of glutened onion rings was resting on my salad plate. This is not a safe restaurant for celiacs.

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?

— Not Much/None

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

— Poor

Other Characteristics

• Offers outdoor seating
• Reservations recommended

From my daughter: I have celiac disease. This was one of the best burgers I’ve had. I loved that they had a delicious gf bun. We asked the server, Chandler, what the brand was and he took the time to find out. It was an Udi’s, so we felt confident. Had to have a salad for the side as all the other ones were contaminated but they knew their stuff and took the effort to give me a great lunch.

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
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

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

They have a small gluten free menu box on the normal menu and have a gluten free bun

It is good and they understood when I said gluten free

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?

— Not Much

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

— Excellent