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Smashburger

3 ratings
$ • Fast Food Restaurant
Reported NOT to have a gluten-free menu, but gluten-free options are available
Reported GF menu options: Bread/Buns, Burgers

Warning

This is a chain, which typically means a high risk of cross-contact. It may not be possible to dine safely at this establishment.

4903 Cordell Ave
Bethesda, MD 20814

Most Recent Reviews


Celiac

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I ordered a salad that I had researched in advance and knew to be free of gluten-containing items (according to the Smashburger website). I made the manager on duty aware of my allergies when I ordered (wheat allergy + celiac/gluten allergy). I'm not feeling so great, so I think there must have been cross-contact with gluten. The food tasted great, but likely not safe for celiacs.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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Ordered a Gf burger said for allergies and it came out with onion straws on it and when it came back it was the same bun, but I didn't realise until it was too late. They need to educate employees on allergies better.

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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Gluten-free buns available for burgers.

Updated 8 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

  • Allergen List
  • Bread/Buns
  • Burgers

Categories

  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Fast Food
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Takeout

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Reviews of this Chain

Asymptomatic Celiac

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Took allergy seriously, had a good bun and reassured on safety of preparation process.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

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?

— Good

Celiac

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Good burger and safe fries. I think a $2 upcharge for the gf bun is absurd but what can you do? They also have dairy-free shakes that are very good although a little unusual.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout

Overall Rating

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Everything can be Gluten free. GF bun, fries are supposedly GF, but I didn't confirm. no bad reaction. The shake was pretty good too!

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
Symptomatic Celiac

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We’ve been here countless times and I’ve never had an issue. Very easy online ordering and the gf bun is good for the burgers. Fries and tater tots are in a dedicated fryer. I never opt for the milkshakes though since the brand they use isn’t gf.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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

Celiac

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No options. They had gluten free buns but all the food is cooked together so none of the options are safe.

Safety


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

— Not at all

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

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