The Barley Merchant Taproom & Kitchen

I believe this is a designated gluten free facility. The server advised us that everything in the kitchen is GF and they have a separate fryer. Enjoyed feeling normal and being able to eat out safely for once.

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

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

— Excellent

Favourite place to go for dinner and a drink! Their gluten free menu items are some of the best I’ve ever had (buns don’t turn to crumbs when you take a bite!) lots of drink choices from tasty ciders to gluten free beer. The Dirty Bird chicken sandwich is my go to every time and it never disappoints. Always feel safe eating and drinking here.

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

— Very

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

They have a separate gluten friendly menu that makes it very easy to locate the food that you can eat. The gluten free bun was hands down the best I’ve ever had.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Don't sleep on the Filthy Fries , they're amazing. In fact, all of the food I've tried has been delicious & well-seasoned. Love this place!

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

So many gluten free options! Waitress was very knowledgeable. Deep fryer was good to go- really enjoyed my lunch !!! Felt very safe. I will be back!

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

— Very

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

Was there February 14th, 2024. Great service, very pleasant, happy to deal with your dietary restrictions. Just tell your waiter/waitress you are celiac, vegan, etc. Lots of choice. Felt very safe to eat there. Just a note - this is a bar/restaurant environment. It was hopping when we were there and there was live entertainment.

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

— Very

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

Pretty cool place. Had a flight of cider. The smoked brisket burger was good, the loaded fries were all cheese no gravy. All and all it was good. Decent gluten free bun. My server told me he couldn’t guarantee the cider was gluten free even though their website said they were.

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 will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for keto
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good vegetarian options
• Good with other allergies
• Low-FODMAP friendly
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating

I was surprised at how many items were GF. Although not a dedicated GF facility, staff were knowledgeable and helpful. All the food I had (burger and filthy fries) were so good I had to ask the server again if it was GF. Worth checking out!

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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

I had the “filthy fries” and they were delicious. They state they’re not a gluten free kitchen but seem to be knowledgeable about celiac and try to be as careful as possible. I’ll be returning.

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

— Very

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

Have eaten here a number of times and it has been amazing! Food and service were fantastic. Very sensitive to cross contamination and have had zero issues. So thankful to have found this place!

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

— Very

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

One of my favourite local restaurants. I have spoken in length with the owner and he is very knowledgeable about gluten sensitivity and celiac. All of the fryers are dedicated gluten free , everything on the menu can be made gluten free and while they still have regular buns in the restaurant and of course many beers this is a very safe option as the safe is all knowledgeable and understands safety precautions. They have a selection of cider and gf beer all on dedicated taps that never see gluten containing beverages. As an extremely sensitive celiac, reacting to minimal cross contamination I can say I have never had an issue here!! Trust me it is worth the trip to Langley as ordering a fried chicken sandwich and a flight of cider is a very special experience for someone with celiac.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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 Characteristics

• Good for dinner
• Good for lunch
• Offers outdoor seating

I have eaten here several times and the food has been of good quality and love that I can actually safely eat French fries here too, along with a rotating GF beer on tap. Eaten here over 6 times and never once had any issues.

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

— Very

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

Had high hopes with knowledge staff and dedicated fryer but my daughter still got glutened. ☹

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

Really enjoyed the food here! Lots of yummy options and the staff were very knowledgeable about gf and cross contamination. Gluten free fryer! Loud restaurant though

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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 Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for lunch
• Good vegan options
• Good vegetarian options
• Offers outdoor seating

Went here because we heard great things about their protocols and that they had a deep fried battered chicken burger… sign me up! Was a great meal, dedicated fryer and the server had celiac so was comfortable in the “lingo” which made me feel at ease. Also had a gf beer! Overall very good experience would go again. Only negative was the lack of dessert choices but otherwise was a great lunch out.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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 Characteristics

• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good with other allergies
• Offers outdoor seating

Lots of GF options, dedicated fryers and a GF menu also gf beer options and lots of ciders to chose from for a flight. 10/10

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Amazing food. Dedicated gluten free fryer. Tons of options. At least one Craft gluten free beer on tap.

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

The service was very good. However, the manager and staff are not knowledgable about gluten. Several items on the menu that were marked as GF contained gluten (beer marinades, oat milk, gnocchi, etc.)

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

— Not very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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

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

— Average

Other Characteristics

• Offers outdoor seating