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Romano's Macaroni Grill

3 ratings
$ • Restaurant
Reported NOT to have a gluten-free menu
25720 The Old Rd
Santa Clarita, CA 91381

Most Recent Reviews


Gluten Intolerant

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Dangerous for sensitive people.

Updated 8 years ago read full review

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Terrible experience. Ordered a GF salad. First time it came out with crispy onions on top (which have to be omitted to make it GF). Apologetically sent it back. Came back, still with onions, only this time they were on the bottom so I didn't notice till it was already too late. Asked my father not to make a big deal since what was done was done. He said he should for the next person who came in with Celiac. Manager came over and said she would watch over the rest of the meal. Brought out my mom's (also celiac) chicken with potatoes (also are supposed to be omitted). By the time the table was nearly done with their meal my grandmother (non-Celiac) still had not received her food. We found out the manager sent it back because it had gluten. At least she tried by that point (even if she got it wrong) but it was too little too late. I was belching through the entire play that was our reason for going out that night and after getting home past one I am up at six, feeling unwell, which prompted me to write this review. Dreading what's to come as far as symptoms go and thinking my fathers right. I need to do this for the next person with celiac. Not a place that's ready to serve Celiacs. At least not yet. Proceed with extreme caution.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 10 years ago read full review

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Delicious penne pasta! I had no reaction to the pasta at all, and I have severe Celiacs. I would recommend it to anyone who is looking to dine out! The gelato is also delicious! :)

Updated 11 years ago read full review

This establishment is NOT a dedicated gluten-free facility and may not be safe for those with celiac disease. Please contact the establishment directly to inquire about safety precautions.

Gluten-Free Features

  • None Listed

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Celiac

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The food was great, the staff was knowledgeable about what food was gluten free (all penne). They were very accommodating. The gluten free pasta serving size is 1/4 the size of the normal pasta serving size for the same price.

Safety


Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
  • Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
Celiac

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Unfortunately they were out of gluten free pasta and other options are very limited especially for a picky eater who just wanted Mac and cheese.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

Celiac

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Currently they do not have GF pasta options. However staff were knowledgeable about GF & cross contamination. The caesar salad w/out croutons, with chicken or shrimp is very good. Grilled salmon with side of spinach instead or orzo a good option as well. The service was excellent.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

Overall Rating

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As of 7/21/22, they did not have gluten free pasta as an option. Although the macaroni grill website appears to show gluten free pasta available, this location said they didn’t have any and offered no explanation.

Quality & Quantity


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

— Average

Gluten Intolerant

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Their menu has zero gluten free substitutes/options. I asked our server for gluten free options and she ended up bringing me an allergy menu after we asked multiple times. When I ordered my dish she just seemed very bothered by the fact that I had an allergy and she had to deal with it. Granted I know it’s a pasta establishment but still. I ended up ordering the create your own pasta with the pomodorino sauce, their gluten free pasta, and some chicken and spinach. It was pretty good, it’s just the service and attitude that was subpar.

Safety


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

— Not very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Offers delivery
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating

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