The Bad Apple

8 ratings
$$ • Restaurant
Reported NOT to have a gluten-free menu, but gluten-free options are available
Reported GF menu options: Beer, Bread/Buns, Cider
Safety Rating
4 ratings

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4300 North Lincoln Avenue
Chicago, IL 60618

Most Recent Reviews


Celiac

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Great gluten free bun. Staff is knowledgeable. Never gotten sick and eaten here many times

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 11 months ago read full review

Celiac

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One star deducted just because it is not a huge selection of items for people who cannot have gluten (as opposed to those who choose not to eat gluten). I love the turkey salad sandwich on their homemade gf bun. The bun is crumbly but so are all gf breads. One option for a side is a delicious quinoa salad as a side. When ordering they say that they take allergy notes very seriously.

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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Gluten free bun was terrible- literally fell apart into crumbles. Only option is a burger on a gross bun. And I was sick after eating here.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 6 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

  • Beer
  • Bread/Buns
  • Cider

Categories

  • Bar
  • Dinner
  • Late Night
  • Restaurant

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The GF bun turned into bread crumbs in my hands as soon as I picked up my burger. Not to mention that nearly all of the signature burgers are made with some element that consists of beer. Unless you're looking to pay gourmet burger prices for a plain cheeseburger, I'd skip Bad Apple.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Had a gf burger and it was delicious!

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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The gluten-free burger buns here are some of the best around. Highly recommended the chupacabra burger.

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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Good place to get a burger! They have GF buns which are pretty good. The fries are not GF, but they have other sides that are. The staff is awesome and accommodating! I have Celiac Disease and have had no cross-contamination problems. Also, they have an extensive selection of GF beer and cider!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 8 years ago read full review

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An amazing burger bar with an extremely knowledgeable and friendly staff. Been back a few times and the staff is very aware of the ingredients that go into each item and are able to suggest alternatives if the item is not gluten free. Gluten free buns are also available. Fries are not gluten free as there isn't a dedicated fryer but other side options are available. Food (especially the burgers) is amazing! Highly recommend!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 9 years ago read full review

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