Runaway Island

Though cold by the time we received our food, the shrimp was fantastic. The rest was awful. They were operating under a menu that differed greatly from their GF menu so it was very unclear what to order. When I asked for our server to question if the rice and beans were gluten free, she refused to ask. She said she was afraid the kitchen would get mad at her. I don’t blame her. It must be pretty bad to work under those conditions. It’s a pretty simple question. I won’t be going back.

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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?

— Below Average

The view is gorgeous and I had a great experience. The bartender was even knowledge about drinks which is a huge plus. There are very very few options, like 5 meals total to choose from, but I ordered the grouper and mash and it was so so so good! Like amazing! They seemed knowledgeable about the food as well. Would go back! No reaction!

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

— Very

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?

— Excellent

Went twice during our week stay. By far my favorite restaurant in PCB. Both waitresses I had were wonderful and very knowledgeable of my food being gluten free. The gluten free menu is very helpful and detailed regarding what parts of the meal has gluten. It describes specifically how to order it (both of my waitresses already knew). Also, my plate was marked when it came out to avoid mix up. I ordered the runaway grouper with mashed potatoes both times, and it was great!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

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

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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 breakfast/brunch
• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers outdoor seating

I was happy to find they have a gluten free menu. It’s small and it tells you how to order-nothing blackened and only sides are mashed potato and broccoli. Out server was sweet and was at least familiar with gf dining. I had the bacon wrapped shrimp app (meh) and a delicious salad with blueberries, raspberries, walnuts and goat cheese. The balsamic dressing was soo good. When my food came out there was nothing to identify it as gluten-free, but I was the only one who got a salad and we shared the apps. The setting right on the beach made it all worthwhile. I will go back but next time I think I’ll ask a little more about what the procedure is in the kitchen.

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

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Several entrees to choose from. I like that I can order a shrimp basket -- but no fries. GF sides were mashed potatoes, corn masque choux(?), and steamed broccoli.

ALL the blackened items HAVE gluten, but just order your seafood grilled. I went with grouper, steamed broccoli and a salad.

The GF menu tells you how to specify your order, but my server was very knowledgeable. The hostess brought me a menu. Server said she'd make sure the kitchen knew no gluten and even corrected me when I forgot to specify GRILLED grouper. She offered to have the kemon-butter sauce on the side.

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

Starting with the positive…THEY HAVE A GF MENU! It’s small, but they have one. The Tuna Dip is SO good! I’m writing this as I’m waiting to have or hopefully not have symptoms. The waitress had ZERO knowledge about gluten. She had no idea they even had a GF menu. She didn’t bother to ask a manager or the chef about what options they have. My husband found another waiter and asked for a GF menu. Hopefully this will help! I was with a group of 17. Everyone enjoyed what they ate, so as far as the food goes, it’s yummy! Just be careful.

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

— Not very

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?

— Excellent

Food was great! I got grilled grouper, mashed potatoes, broccoli, sweet tea. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable about gluten free. This restaurant has a separate gluten free menu it is rather small though. The grouper plate with mashed potatoes was $37 I had to pay extra for a second side.

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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
• Offers outdoor seating

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

Service was excellent

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?

— Separate gluten-free 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 kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers outdoor seating

My waiter was very knowledgeable about what I could and couldn’t have

There were not many options, but it was VERY delicious.

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

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?

— Good

Was told they are too busy to clean the cooktop to make my meal gluten free. I was very disappointed because I heard their food is very good.

Celiac friendly?

No

Have a gluten free menu. Service was not so good though. Waiter didnt know the special of the day and said and I quote "snapper of some sort". Also said the happy hour was for locals only. Food was alright but not happy with service

Expensive and only a few gluten free options but was very tasty.