Sunnyside Cafe and Restaurant

2 recent ratings
$ • Cafe
Reported NOT to have a gluten-free menu, but gluten-free options are available
Reported GF menu options: Bread/Buns, Pancakes, Waffles
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2 ratings

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508 Atlantic Ave
Virginia Beach, VA 23451

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Celiac

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We recently moved to Virginia Beach and since I keep house all week (cooking/cleaning) my boyfriend likes to treat me on the weekends. As a result, we have been checking out the local restaurants. I am a foodie (and chef) that has been GF long before it was "cool". Ya know, before most of you had ever heard of gluten (back in the 90s). Just trying to preface in case you are looking for suggestions, I suggest clicking on my name and reading my reviews.

I was in the mood for pancakes this morning, so we didn't go back to Commune (😋). The wait was shorter than anticipated. Our waitress, Cassie, appeared quickly and was both friendly and knowledgeable. I ordered corn beef hash, scrambled eggs, GF toast with grape jelly, and a side of gf pancakes. P ordered some sort of omlette that came with pancakes and a coffee.

Once again the toast came out dry. 🤔 Idky they don't butter toast here in VA. 🤷🏻‍♀ Cassie quickly brought me some butter and I was able to try the toast. White bread, tasted pretty stale. Hard, thick, not for me. Next I went for the corned beef hash. The corned beef was very tasty but I was a bit disappointed that there was only a few shavings of potato no onion and no peppers. Still, the beef was good and went well with my scrambled eggs. 😋 The gf pancakes.... while they were far superior to the awful cornbread ones at the last pancake house, still left much to be desired. Think biscuits. They could have used some gravy instead of the maple flavored cornsyrup on the table. Beware of the syrup dispenser. It requires two hands to pour and comes out FAST. My boyfriend's syrup quickly flowed onto the table. 🤣

Peter's non gf food was good. The coffee was strong just the way he likes it. 👍

Overall, maybe skip the gf bread/pancakes and get something else. We liked that the portions weren't massive too. Enough food to satisfy yet didn't leave us feeling stuffed and wanting to do nothing else.

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?

— Below Average

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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The food was very good and they are very willing to work with you and your allergies. The server even went back and checked with the chef when I asked questions she didn’t know the answer to. And when they weren’t sure, they didn’t try to make it up, they simply said they weren’t sure so they would t recommend it( asked if the turkey burger had gluten in, they tried to find the box and could t so said to be safe don’t order it)

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer
  • 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?

— 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 kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Good with other allergies
Updated 2 years ago read full review

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There are some great reviews about this place but I was completely unimpressed. Their gluten free selection is nice but I prefer the pancakes I make from a boxed mix at home. The toast was tough like it was in the freezer too long and the waffle was alright. So far it seems safe but the staff was loud and the place smelled a little. I won’t be returning.

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?

— Below Average

Updated 3 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

  • Reported to have a dedicated fryer
  • Bread/Buns
  • Pancakes
  • Waffles

Categories

  • Allergy Friendly
  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Cafe
  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Healthy
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Vegan Friendly

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Tips


Celiac

Skip the gluten-free bread and pancakes and stick to traditional fair like omelets and corned beef hash

1 year ago

More Reviews


Celiac

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We went here for breakfast. The waitress was knowledgeable and told us that they did not use a different griddle or waffle maker. I did get the gluten free toast. And I didn’t get sick. But they were busy and gave me the omelet I ordered with cheese even though I asked for it without. The food was good. But I left disappointed because I was really wanting a waffle.

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?

— Some

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

— Average

Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

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3 celiac in my group and none of us experienced complications. Do not have a dedicated griddle, but we asked them to wash and clean. Staff seemed to have some basic knowledge and we insisted on cleaning griddle. Must have worked. Food was good.

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Delicious. I’m a celiac and had the GF toast and didn’t have any issues.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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I have Celiac Disease. I had 2 gluten-free pancakes, 1/2 a gluten-free waffle, maple syrup, 4 slices of bacon, and 2 scrambled eggs. It was delicious and I didn’t suffer side effects.

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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One of my favorite breakfast place!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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Very knowledgeable and willing to look at ingredients list for verification. The pancakes and waffles were amazing. Great for gluten intolerance issues.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Food was good but couldn't have any of the pancakes or bread because it's made on the same grill and in the same toaster. I didn't want to take a chance.

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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My son and I are both celiac. We thoroughly enjoyed gluten free french toast and Belgian waffles! There were many options on the menu. We intend on eating here every day we're here on vacation.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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I do not have celiac but I am very gluten intolerant. I have eaten pancakes with a side of bacon at this restaurant twice. They were great both times. I can understand why there would be cross contamination but I believe this is a great restaurant for people who are gluten intolerant

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Got glutened...will not be back

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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we picked here because they said they had gluten free and we were told they would clean the pans before they cooked mine and my sons food, they didn't so we got sick. when we told the host what happen she just said oh.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 10 years ago read full review

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I specifically asked and was told they do not have dedicated griddle space, waffle maker or toaster so it really is NOT gluten free. Spoke to the girl who works there who is gluten intolerant and she told me this and that she doesn't always eat gluten free. Needless to say, I did not eat here.

Updated 10 years ago read full review

Celiac

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While they offer many gluten free options, they do not cook them on dedicated griddles. I have no clue if it's good food because I was too afraid to eat anything. They were apathetic to the fact that it's not truly gluten free to do what they do... and thus is false advertising.

Updated 10 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Terrific service. Loved the number of gf options. The waffles were delicious. Friendly, knowledgeable staff. Reasonably prices for a place on the strip.

Updated 11 years ago read full review

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They didn't have a separate Gluten free menu but included gluten free options on their regular menu such as gluten free pancakes, waffles, and Udi's bread for sandwiches or toast.

Updated 11 years ago read full review

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