Square Cafe

9 recent ratings
$$ • Brunch Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Pancakes
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9 ratings

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134 S Highland Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
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Overall Rating

Review


Delicious as always. Not dedicated GF but plenty of options.

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Updated 4 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Not celiac safe. I have been gluten the last 2 times I tried eating there. It’s a cross contamination issue.

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?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main 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?

— Good

Updated 6 months ago read full review

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They only have gf pancakes or salads for breakfast option. Other breakfast items labeled gf are not actually gf (like the brussel sprouts scramble previously mentioned in the comments). They do not modify food to make an item gf and do not have a dedicated gf kitchen space.

Safety


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

— Not at all

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Quality & Quantity


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?

— Average

Updated 9 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

  • Gluten-Free Menu
  • Pancakes

Categories

  • Allergy Friendly
  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Delivery
  • Healthy
  • Keto Friendly
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Online Ordering
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restaurant
  • Takeout
  • Vegan Friendly

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Gluten Intolerant

Overall Rating

Review


The gluten free pancakes were filling and excellent!

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 9 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Pretty solid - have gf pancakes too

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?

— 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?

— Average

Updated 11 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Square cafe is really great for celiacs and other gluten free folks! Lots of gluten free options, just make sure to verbalize if you have celiac or a gluten allergy because some menu items are cooked in shared spaces (like the gluten-free pancakes). With that being said, the staff are very well-informed and will make accommodations to ensure your safety. I always get the Brussels sprout hash and it’s delicious! My favorite dish on the menu and I’ve never gotten sick. This restaurant is trust worthy and I never feel scared to eat here, which is why I’ve become a regular! Highly recommend for the gluten-free, vegetarians, and vegans. Also a great family-friendly place!

Safety


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

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 breakfast/brunch
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for keto
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Good vegetarian options
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Ordered from Doordash since I’m in for a conference Got the 2 egg breakfast, small milk. Small OJ = $34 Food was good. Didn’t get sick. OJ was delicious and is either fresh squeezed or darn close to it.

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for keto
  • Good for kids
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers delivery
  • Offers online ordering
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Had orzo salad marked as gluten free. I told the waitress and she said it was a mistake. I’d be careful here. Other than that, my salmon scramble was good.

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?

— Some

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

— Good

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Very knowledgeable staff with a lot of options. We ate here twice on our trip to Pittsburg. The lox scramble and the gluten free pancakes were delicious. Space is bright and happy. Highly recommend.

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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A lot of reviews are mentioning that the gluten free pancakes can be made in a seperate pan but that was not our experience. I'm guessing because they moved locations they now use a full griddle where all pancakes are made. They do have a gluten free dedicated toaster and a fair amount of nice drinks so it all worked out.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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?

— Some

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

— Good

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Was happy to find a breakfast place with gluten free & vegetarian options offering takeout. A bit on the pricy side for what it is, but I did feel great all day after eating and enjoyed all the options for customization. Bonus points for how well packaged their takeout is- I tripped on my way out and all of our coffees and meals remained intact lol

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?

— Some

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

— Good

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good vegan options
  • Offers online ordering
Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Great menu options and great staff. Food was fantastic - had the corned beef hash and pancakes.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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Gluten free pancakes and other menu items labeled.

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Got delivery for myself and two other people with Celiac disease. No symptoms for any of us, and the food was delicious, highly recommend.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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The food was delicious. I ate broccoli scramble and a gf pancake. Pancake is topped with carmelized pears. Big amount of food, couldn’t finish it. Staff is friendly. Seems to be celiac friendly and took my concerns seriously.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Love Square cafe - they are one of the few places in the burgh that have GF pancakes. Thank goodness for that!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Food is absolutely delicious! Great gluten free options.

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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I was happy to find this place! Great gluten free pancakes and options! Did not get sick!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Staff is extremely knowledgeable about gluten intolerance. Be sure to tell your waiter that you have an allergy, and they will make every effort to make your experience worthwhile. It also helps that their food is some of the best I’ve had in Pittsburgh!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Really enjoying this place. They have the best GF pancakes!! A must for anyone gluten free.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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Updated 6 years ago read full review

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Excellent food - knowledgeable staff. Ordered an omelette that needed modification to be gluten free and the did so with ease. Side of greens cam with it which were fresh and very lightly dressed with olive oil. I went when it was early in the day and seating was not a problem. This is the gluten free side of us as a couple who is highly sensitive to gluten.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Long line on Sunday morning but worth the wait!! GF options were plentiful & carefully prepared & served on different colored plates to avoid any possible mix-ups. AMAZING food and great service!! Will DEFINITELY be back!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Staff was knowledgeable, accommodating, best gluten free pancake and food I've ever had! Must try!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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The waitress nodded and was very friendly and reassuring as soon as I said "celiac disease" in reference to the gluten free pancakes I was ordering. Then, when I asked about the egg preparation, she told me they used a new pan every time. I felt super comfortable ordering here!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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Phenomenal!! They had several GF items on menu. They let me change out egg whites for whole scrambled eggs, gave me GF toast and the GF pancake was the best ever-tasted like a normal buttermilk pancake:-). Seriously the best GF breakfast I have had-tasted like non GF food!! They were very friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating. Will definitely be back when in town!!!!!!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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very knowledgeable and careful preparation for celiacs. delicious food.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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Fresh food, good, friendly service with delicious gluten free options.

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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Staff is knowledgable and accommodating. Kitchen staff will use separate pans and utensils for Celiacs. Was advised to not eat GF pancakes as they share a surface with gluten. Pesto Chicken Salad with Honey Lemon Dressing is AMAZING.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 8 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Updated 8 years ago read full review

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They only have one gluten free pancake one their menu but their eggs and smoothies are great as well! It's always busy but the service is great! I would go here again!

Updated 8 years ago read full review

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