Sooner BBQ

8 recent ratings
$$ • Barbecue Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Bread/Buns, Fries, Sandwiches, Wings
Safety Rating
8 ratings

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2627 Stuarts Draft Hwy
Stuarts Draft, VA 24477

Most Recent Reviews


Celiac

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Absolutely wonderful experience! They take celiac very seriously and seem like genuinely wonderful people.

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

Updated 1 month ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Very knowledgeable about gluten free. Many offerings and a dedicated fryer

Safety


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

— Very

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?

— Excellent

Updated 1 month ago read full review

Overall Rating

Safety


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

— Very

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

Updated 3 months 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

  • Reported to have a dedicated fryer
  • Allergen List
  • Bread/Buns
  • Fries
  • Gluten-Free Menu
  • Sandwiches
  • Wings

Categories

  • Barbecue
  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Dinner
  • Keto Friendly
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Paleo Friendly
  • Restaurant
  • Takeout

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Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Amazing fried chicken livers and fried pickles today. Owner was awesome and spent time talking with us and giving directions to other great gluten free places close by.

Safety


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

— Very

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?

— Excellent

Updated 7 months ago read full review

Celiac

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This place was such a gift to us on our road trip. Thank you Find me GF bc we would have never found it without you. Almost everything has a gluten free option from fish to bbq to banana pudding! Separate fryers for GF items all the sauces are GF. One of the owners has severe allergies and the other is gluten intolerant. I honestly have never felt safer eating out with my Celiac son.

Safety


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

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

Updated 10 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Review


Great food. Very knowledgeable staff

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
  • Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

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?

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
Updated 11 months ago read full review

Overall Rating

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Most items can be made GF. I had GF fish, Gf hush puppies and GF Mac and ch. all of it was excellent. Everything my husband ordered was also GF but didn’t need to be. All the food was fantastic. All the sauces were also GF. Separate fryer. Next time we are back this way it’s a must

Safety


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

— Very

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?

— Excellent

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Unassuming little gem in a strip mall setting with some of the best barbecue ever and knowledgeable, friendly staff. All the meats & sauces are GF with safe options (sep fryer) for fries, gf breaded fish and hush puppies. It was all simply delicious!

Safety


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

— Very

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?

— Excellent

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Spoke with owner who runs the restaurant. He has a gluten allergy. When I asked for a gluten free menu, he said everything on the menu is gluten free or can be made gluten free. He has a dedicated fryer for gluten free. Without my asking, he told his staff to change their gloves before making my food. I overheard him explaining to his new staff member about gluten and what precautions to take. Food tasted great and staff was very pleasant and friendly.

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • 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

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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Review


Good food, friendly and knowledgeable staff. Highly recommend checking them out

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

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I was driving through and because of the reviews I chose to drive out of the way to have dinner. The manager there that night said all the right things (his son or something has celiac) and said “separate fryer” even brought out the meals himself and separately. The staff didn’t have a clue about it but he assured us that they knew exactly what to do. Sadly 2 hours later (on the drive home) I was vomiting so bad it was the sickest I’ve been. I plan to communicate to the owner what happened but not all staff are trained and that’s not a safe environment for celiac.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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Great fried fish and fries! Very friendly staff!

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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The food didn't make me sick but I thought it was just okay. The turkey was very dry.

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Gluten Sensitive

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I had a Delicious pulled pork on gluten free bun with fries! Nice! Separate frier & bun did not fall apart. Great meal! Service friendly & clean place. I’m gluten sensitive-all good!

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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This was a great meal!!! I love that they have a dedicated fryer. So nice to put your mind at ease that you will not be glutened!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Staff is knowledgeable about gf options and the owner even came and talked to us. Almost everything on the menu and gluten free and delicious!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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The staff is very knowledgeable and they have a dedicated fryer. A lot of the sides are available GF...I’ve had GF Mac and cheese (it was so so), French fries, hush puppies (I really like them) and probably others (we eat there a lot). Their smoked turkey is to DIE FOR. Very recommended!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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Nice little eattery. The food was good and the owner seemed to take food allegeries seriously. It was worth the slight detour to find a place that can accomidate my daughter’s dietary issues. I would eat here again next time I’m in the area.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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Staff was knowledgeable of all their food items. I felt it was a safe place to eat. The food was great. The owner sat and talked with us. We will definitely be back!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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Excellent food and fantastic service. Our whole family eats gluten free (Mom and 2 boys have to and the other two boys and dad join us). The owners were so accommodating. They had never made gluten free corn dog bites, but when my boys asked for them they obliged! The boys loved them. I was most excited about the gluten free fried pickles - so yummy! And my oldest son loves the mac n cheese. If you are on your way through, it's worth going a few miles off the beaten path to visit this gem.

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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I am the owner of the restaurant. We are dedicated to making your experience as safe as possible. Our employees are trained in safe handling techniques. All of our meats and sauces are gluten free as are a lot of sides. We even have a gluten free Mac and cheese available.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Great mac and cheese and hush puppies! Never thought I'd get hush puppies after celiac disease! Cook and staff was very knowledgable about cross contamination, even put gf food in different bag!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Almost everything on their menu they have gf available. Gf hush puppies too. They also have a dedicated gf frier, so you can have safe French fries too. Food is amazing, great flavor. They also have some healthy options for sides. Would recommend highly.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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one of the best places, gluten free Mac & cheese was great. very well trained staff on gluten allergies. would definitely go back

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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Just took our Celiacs daughter here. She LOVED the GF mac 'n' cheese, and tore through a quarter rack of ribs. The staff couldn't have been more friendly and knowledgeable—all sauces were GF, dedicated fryer, and they made a point to inform us that they washed their hands and changed their gloves before making our daughter's lunch. Just over the top pleased with the place, great BBQ!!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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AMAZING food!!! Staff is friendly & knowledgeable. Best GF fried fish ever! Nice thick, crisp batter coating made me question if it was really GF. Dedicated fryer. Tartar sauce & BBQ sauce are great too and GF Mac-n-Cheese is better than I can make at home! Pulled pork is also the best I have ever had! I cannot say enough great things about this restaurant!! I have celiac and truly appreciate being able to get GF foods not easy to find elsewhere. Great taste and not getting sick after eating out is a treat. This place is a great find!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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I rarely go out to eat because of celiac and if I do its always salads. I got to eat a pulled pork sandwich,fries, and mac n cheese and it was all gf and yummy. This place was wonderful!!

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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AH- MAZING!!!! This was the first time in 2 years I was able to enjoy Mac n cheese and French fries. THANK YOU!!! Wonderful Staff and Food, I will be back!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Eat here!!! Super GF friendly, accommodated our GF/DF kid with a smile and made her feel welcome! We will reroute to stop here again often!

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Yum yum yum!! Do not pass up the chance to stop here! Great food, knowledgeable owners & staff, with a large selection of gf choices. I had the homemade mac & cheese and pulled pork on a gf bun -- excellent!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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Delicious!!! I had the fried fish and fries and it was wonderful. The staff was great to explain everything.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Great service, they know how to keep our food safe from cross contamination!They give good portions, and it's GOOD! It's nice to be able to eat out without the worry of getting sick!AAAA++++++++ ALL the way!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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Delicious gluten free Mac and cheese, fried fish, buns! All of their sauces are gluten free as well as the majority of their sides! We had superb service as well! Dedicated fryer! ❤

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Awesome place!!! Their gluten free options are great. Unbeatable Mac & cheese. The sauces are fantastic. Very friendly owners and staff. I have been there numerous times.

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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Just had lunch here and it was wonderful. They are amazing with assuring your meal is gluten free.

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Wheat Allergy

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Very good BBQ brisket. Excellent GF buns, best I've had. Most sides are GF.

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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My favorite BBQ and resteraunt in Augusta County, VA. Always exceptional service and quality. Amazing food and great prices. Very up to date on food allergies and Celiac friendly.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Excellent gluten free options (all meats, sauces, fries, Mac and cheese etc). I drove 30 minutes to Sooner BBQ and it was well worth the drive. The owner is well versed in food intolerances and understands the real needs of those of us eating gluten free. Great food, good service, can't wait to go back! Highly recommend to all.

Updated 8 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Very good food! We had the family pulled pork meal. They had gluten free buns for the sandwiches, gluten mac and cheese and all the meats & sauces where gluten free too. My children were so excited to actually have gluten free mac and cheese at a restaurant. We received wonderful service and they had great & very knowledgable staff. I wish Sooner BBQ was closer to where I lived. We liked it so much that we stopped on our way home too. Brad, the owner, remembered us from a week ago and remembered that we are gluten free. They where out of GF buns, but more then made up for it with extra food. Still very delicious. If I travel this way again I will be stopping again.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 8 years ago read full review

Celiac

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I have celiac disease and decided to give this place a try and am so glad I did. I had a brisket sandwich in a gluten free bun with fries fried in a dedicated fryer. They are having a benefit and are offering fried fish with a gluten free batter and fried in a dedicated fryer. They offer gluten free Mac and cheese, potato salad, coleslaw and other items. Best of all- food was delicious. Wish other restaurants in the area would take a lesson from these guys. Will definitely be back soon!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 8 years ago read full review

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