Sooeys BBQ & Rib Shack

If you're looking for authentic North Carolina Barbecue joint, Sooeys is the place to go. Even though they don't have a gluten free menu, the wait staff is very knowledgeable and let you know what options are available. There was plenty of gluten free options to choose from and the food was out of this world.

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
• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout

It was just ok. Not really our preferred style of bbq.

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

Got the pulled pork bbq without a bun.

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

Ordered a pork bbq platter and it came out with hush puppies. I explained why I couldn’t eat them and sent it back and an identical plate without hush puppies came out less then 5 minutes later. Not sure if they were just picked off or if the plate was fresh but luckily I did not get sick. Pork bbq was good but the brisket was super fatty.

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

— Not very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Good for takeout

Our waitress, Ginger, said almost everything on the menu is GF except for the fried foods. My husband (who is celiac) had the full rack of ribs - said it was wonderful! His only complaint was the green beans were soggy, over cooked.

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Good for takeout
• Offers outdoor seating

We stopped for dinner on our way through Corolla. Menu was pretty easy to distinguish what was “safe” and what wasn’t because you had several fried and several non-fried options. I didn’t ask for a gluten-free menu but rather just picked something that came as a platter with no bun and hush puppies on the side. The food was OK, large portions but the chicken was on the dryer side and my husband said his ribs were so so. If you need a quick sit down or take out option, this is a good stop though.

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for takeout

All the proteins that are not fried are gluten free. They are also very accommodating to someone with an allergy.

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

Had the best fall-off-the-bone ribs EVER at Sooey’s! Waitress was very accommodating with being Celiac and we could even hear her tell the kitchen when she went back that my order was to be made accordingly. Would recommend to everyone!!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Felt a little sketchy about eating here but the staff was very knowledgeable and helpful. Had the ribs which were amazing with no problems. Recommend this place for anyone looking for some good BBQ!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Great staff! Very knowledgeable about gluten free. Ask for Gluten free Menu at front cashier

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Staff on point knowing exactly what I could have and not have without hesitation. Ribs were probably the best I've had anywhere. Chicken was delicious as well. Liked it so much, ate there twice in a week!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Very good and (Celiac) didn't get sick. Servers were super careful which I always appreciate. Have a list of gf options behind the counter.

Staff was wonderfully accommodating! Meat options are gluten free without buns and without fries

Their beef, pork and chicken are GF as well as their BBQ sauce, baked beans and slaw. Dinner was great!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Has a gluten-free menu, but definitely not celiac safe. Lots of oils and far too many chances for cross contamination.

Although I did not eat, I snapped the GF menu for anyone that would need it on here.

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout

They were so kind and accommodating! I was introduced to the chef and was give specifics of what I could have, along with a menu on the wall of their GF items. I have a dairy allergy too, and they were great and knowledgeable about that!

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?

— 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 waitress was knowledgeable and when she wasn’t sure about some DF stuff, she checked with the kitchen. Menu was not marked. The bbq chicken itself was tender, but the bbq taste was not my favorite. Very good potato salad. The portions were a good size, enough for lunch and dinner. I did not get sick - nor did my DF/GF husband or NF daughter. Our younger daughter loved that she could keep the frisbee that her kid’s meal came on.

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?

— 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?

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good with other allergies
• Offers outdoor seating

We had take out and the brisket with mashed potatoes was so great we went back a second time. The gf sides are marked and the bbq sauce is gf too. I didn’t have any issues and I’m very sensitive to react. Highly recommend.

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

Much of the menu is already gluten free, but the server confirmed what I could have and made sure it didn't include a hush puppie which would normally come with it. Ate here twice during our stay and didn't get sick. Bonus is that the food is awesome.

Celiac friendly?

Yes