Terra American Bistro

During covid, they are open for takeout. I am so glad we went. The best burger in San Diego, with a gluten free bun that did not fall apart. I had the bacon cheeseburger and a side of cole slaw. The fries are in a shared frier, so no fries. I definitely will be back. Excellent curb side service. Staff answered questions and was very friendly.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• 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?

— 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

I’m gluten free and vegetarian and honestly wasn’t impressed. I had high hopes too. I tried their margherita & their garlic cheese flatbread both had a very funky taste, I didn’t taste any garlic & the margherita was oddly sweet. I also ordered truffle fries and they were severely lacking truffle oil. & I feel like something secretly had gluten because I got a stomach ache and I’m not even full celiac.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Several menu options are listed as gf or gfo (gluten free option); however, most dishes have multiple ingredients that have to be substituted which totally changed the appeal of the dishes. Food was yummy, chose a salad with citrus chicken on top. Also have vegan options.

It's good. But needs more options to go there more than once in a while.

Though they have few gluten-free options on their menu, the two I tried were delicious. Two days ago I had a lunch seafood/clam special, and today the standard menu California Bowl with Chicken. And as a pleasant surprise, their GF bread is fresh grilled, and - wait for it - wait for it -

It's the first GF bread I've tasted that -get this - DOES NOT TASTE LIKE CARDBOARD!!! I would come back for the bread alone, but the food is excellent also. And the staff are GF attentive. Come eat here. You'll be glad you did.

Very good to have nice fresh food that's gluten free friendly, vegetarian friendly, and local friendly. I'm in love!