Rocco's Tacos and Tequila Bar

After reading the reviews for this establishment, I was too scared to eat. I have celiac disease, so I asked about the chips and a gf fryer and was lied too by my server. Be careful if you eat here. Not a celiac safe establishment. I ended up getting the guacamole that was made table side with veggie chips. You can’t mess that up. Not much of a dinner, but I do feel OK leaving and not starving. Watch out for a server by the name of Justin. He was our server and said that not everyone that comes in is actually gluten-free and says they’re gluten-free. I’ll definitely call his manager later tonight.. horrible. Stay away !!

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/None

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

— Poor

It was okay. Very crowded. The tacos I had were meh.

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

— Somewhat

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?

— Average

So good we went back two days in a row. They definitely know how to navigate celiac. The chips are made in a separate fryer and are GF! Everything was delicious.

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

SoCal transplants on the East Coast. Really wanted some good Tex Mex style food. While visiting Ft. Lauderdale we decided to check Rocco’s out. We weren’t disappointed!

4 of us dined in. Two of us shared a Molcahete, the other two each ordered separate dishes. We also shared two apps and a pitcher of delicious Rita’s.

Our server was incredible attentive, made sure all dishes were safe and GF. Even checked some ingredients for us to be extra clear.

Foood was great, atmosphere was great, drinks were great. All dishes were safe!

We had an amazing time and would definitely go back!

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?

— Good

Marked menu with a lot of options, the staff was also well informed. Good food but not very spicy at all.

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?

— Good

they really know what they are talking about when it comes to GF. Felt included with the group and had GREAT food.

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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Tacos were great. The waiter talked to me about cross contamination made some GF recommends. Plate came out with an allergy sticker on it. I would eat here again.

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

We went for dinner, it's a nice restaurant, they do know about gluten free and the menu is marked. Not a huge menu, which is odd for a Mexican food place, so only a few items available gluten free. The chips are fried separately, which is awesome and my favorite! I had the carnitas street tacos and they were okay, not the best that I've had. It was a good portion size, just not super impressed with the taste, but it was okay. It's great that they can provide gluten free so all in all, not a bad place.

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?

— Average

Separate fryer for corn nachos, great Mexican food, probably some of the best we’ve had in Fort Lauderdale.

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?

— Good

A must if in Fort Lauderdale! We sat at the bar and bartender was very helpful! Reassured me that the chips were in a dedicated fryer upstairs! I had chips + guac and the grilled wings along with a pitcher of mango margarita! Everything was delicious and I felt great afterwards! GF items marked on 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

the food was delicious and I could eat the chips! our waitress Marline was super helpful and knew everything about Celiac and what I could eat there. the birria tacos were amazing

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

Wait staff seemed knowledgeable and assured us of safety. Unfortunately my daughter was sick immediately with severe stomach pains and vomiting. She had chips, salsa, guacamole and quesadillas on corn tortillas. We were told the chips were made in a separate fryer and the quesadillas would be cooked in a separate space on the grill. Please be careful. Not celiac safe.

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

Have gone here twice while on vacation. Two separate trips. First time was scary and second time still not good

This place is really cool. Great atmosphere. But the staffing isn’t great. First time I went, I told the waitress before ordering obviously about my allergy & asked for suggestions. She wasn’t helpful but they do have Gf marked on the menu. Ordered a variety of tacos and rice & beans.

Order took forever. Then.. When the order came out, the tacos were on flour tortillas!The manager I think brought them out and so I grabbed him again and asked what kind of tortilla it was, and he ensured it was flour. Ugh. I told him my allergy and he went to repeats another plate for me.

I then told the waitress who finally came back to the table, she had no care in the world.

Second time a few days ago I ordered a GF item ans again was clear about the allergy. When I got my order, it was in fact gf but damn they burnt the pork so badly it was like completely black and dry.

I did not get a reaction but I will not be going back for sure.

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?

— Some

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

— Poor

Wait staff was friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. Tortillas are fried in a separate fryer. The menu is well marked with GF options and the food was very tasty.

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

gf items marked, food was incredible and staff seemed to know all things gluten free!

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

They were very receptive to my allergy requirements and double checked that my plate came out correctly.

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free

Had an amazing experience here, my server was extremely knowledgeable about Celiac and reassured me when my dish arrived that it was safe. Lots of GF options and if you have Celiac or an allergy the head chef will make your meal separate! Ate the chicken and steak tacos and the chips (fried in dedicated fryer!!)

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
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked
• 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

Great experience. Had no issues. Menu isn’t very completely up to date with GF options, but was easy to navigate. Was told, dedicated fryer.

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

Felt safe (Celiac). Waitress went out of her way to make sure the food was prepared safe. They are knowledgeable and helpful. We would definitely dine here again.

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

This place is very knowledgeable, and menu marks what is GF. Chips are gluten free and waiter went to back and read the bag for me. I would 100% go back

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

If you want delicious Mexican this is the place. Restaurant is really good about making sure food is safe. Went twice this week and did not have any reaction. GF items are marked and waitress made sure kitchen marked plate as an allergy. (Chips are not gluten free but they do have veggies!)

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers outdoor seating

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

The gluten free items are clearly marked on the menu. The manager sat us and I asked him right away about the gluten free options. He was extremely knowledgeable. The chips are made in a separate fryer. The chips come seasoned or unseasoned and the seasoning is made in a facility that processes wheat ingredients. I was so suprised with his knowledge. I was told they informed the waitstaff and the chef. I got the traditional carnitas tacos which were came on a handmade corn tortilla. We also got the guacamole as an appetizer. Definately recommend if you have Celiac disease or a gluten allergy.

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
• 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 lunch
• Offers outdoor seating

Had an amazing experience here!! Got margs, chips and guac, and tacos and never got sick!! Food and atmosphere amazing. Came for happy hour and they had great cheap deals. Most of the menu is GF if modified but they have GF options marked.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

This location has a dedicated fryer

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Great options! The chips are in a dedicated fryer and they’re delicious! I’ve heard the guacamole is awesome, but we didn’t try. Everything is labeled and the waiter was great answering my questions.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Waitress was very knowledgeable and gluten free options. Good food and no reactions!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The food here is soooo good. They were able to accommodate my husband’s gluten and dairy sensitivities with multiple options. They have options marked on the menu and the very knowledgeable waiter pointed out other menu items they could make GF. The gave homemade GF corn tortillas and the can use those to make a number if menu items GF that aren’t listed that way in the menu. Their chips are GF and cooked in a dedicated fryer.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Have corn tortillas and items are marked on menu That can be made gluten free

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I give an A for effort, but an F on follow through. Called ahead, gave proper intro to celiac and then was served a flour tortilla. Way to pricey to not be able to trust. I would pay anything for compliance.

Corn tortilla was delicious and safe (Nima tested). Only item tried and tested.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

When I asked about what would be safest for a celiac for GF options, the waitress went to check with the cook staff and came back and was willing to make the Enchiladas as one beef and one chicken since I couldn't decide. The manager brought my food out, with it labeled as GF with a sticker throughout the prep because she said, "we take allergies very seriously here". She came back to check in to make sure everything tasted right. Highly recommend, no issues with cross-contamination and a great price for the quality of food!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Too expensive and high risk for cross contamination. Not the best.

Knowledgeable staff with strong periodicals in place. good food.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I asked about the chips and salsa and they said it was gluten free , fried in a different frier. Well I ordered it, ate it and got super sick and had to leave without eating the dinner. Definitely had gluten or was cross contaminated.

I told the waitress I was feeling very sick and asked for my bill and she took her sweet time bringing it back.

I will not eat there again.

Celiac friendly?

No

Amazing service, great atmosphere.. no issues, delicious food..

Very celiac friendly. The food was amazing! Great place to hangout and chill! The wait staff very friendly and knowledgeable on Gluten free and celiac.

Excellent Service and Food! The waiter was awesome at explaining what was and wasn't gluten free. He even went and asked the chef multiple times on stuff he didn't know was gluten free or not. I did not get sick, and I have a severe Gluten Allergy.

Chips are made in a dedicated fry awesome with salsa and guacamole! I had a taco with a corn tortilla ! It was great!! Highly recommended!

The food was fair and the drinks are expensive.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Extremely knowledgeable and the food was FANTASTIC! They explained the menu, how everything is prepared and answered all of my questions.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Everything was great! The chips and guac are to die for!!!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Just a beautiful restaurant, the Guacamole dip made fresh at your table is a must, tacos yum, Love it!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I am gluten and dairy intolerant. I asked for the tacos without cheese and they put cheese on it. When I asked if they could prepare it again they brought out the same tacos that had been "brushed off" and you could still see pieces of cheese in it. I would not recommend this restaurant.

Celiac friendly?

No

WOW what a Fantastic Restaurant! Not only was the food Great But the service was impeccable . From the fresh guacamole to to the awesome Molcajetes dish (similar to Fajitas) Atmosphere was pleasant. Employees must love their job very knowledgeable and helpful.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The food is great. I'd love to see a dedicated gluten free menu along with official statements on cross contamination policies. After speaking with the manager and our waiter I felt comfortable enough to eat here and did not have a celiac reaction to the food. The fryers for the chips are dedicated. Great place that I would love to see engage the gluten free community a bit more.

Can't go wrong with Rocco's! Always delicious and guac is a must! Super busy but sometimes you get lucky and can find a few seats at the bar..well worth the wait! They don't have a gluten free menu but server can tell you everything you can have

There is no gluten free menu but they have many options. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable. The chips and guacamole were delicious. The atmosphere was fun I would highly recommend this restaurant.

Celiac friendly?

Yes