The Bento Box Sushi Bar and Asian Kitchen

7 recent ratings
$$$ • Sushi Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Sushi
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7 ratings

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1121 Military Cutoff Rd l
Wilmington, NC 28405
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Symptomatic Celiac

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The Bento Box has hands down the best sushi we have ever eaten! They have plenty of items marked Gluten Free and they are willing to make other sushi items GF. We have only eaten the sushi, so I can’t speak for the other items on offer. This is our favorite place to eat out. Also the owner is very personable and is quick to make suggestions of what is safe to eat.

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 11 months ago read full review

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Gluten free items are listed on the menu, waitress and hostess were both aware of gluten free options. I had miso soup and garden salad before moving onto sushi and sushimi. There was one roll that wasn’t noted as gluten free but the waitress said the ingredient that isn’t gluten free comes from different suppliers and the current one was gluten free! This roll was called pain- definitely recommend! Aside from gf needs the waitress was absolutely fantastic!

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers outdoor seating
  • Reservations recommended
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Be aware, only the sushi is gluten free. We went with our Celiac daughter, ordered a gluten free menu item and the waitress asked of it was an allergy. We said yes, celiac. She came back to the table and informed us that the pans/woks are all shared and they had no pans/woks for gluten free. Everthing from the kitchen is cross contaminated and unsafe. Thank goodness she told us and my daughter was upset but had sushi instead. The fryer is also shared...so the chocolate potstickers are not safe:(

Safety


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

— Not very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

Updated 1 year 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
  • Sushi

Categories

  • Allergy Friendly
  • Asian
  • Delivery
  • Dinner
  • Healthy
  • Lunch
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restaurant
  • Takeout
  • Vegan Friendly

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Symptomatic Celiac

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Wonderful sushi here and they DO have a GF menu.

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for takeout
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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was my first time trying sushi, i think i just ordered the wrong kind. other people i went with thoroughly enjoyed it. it was a very gluten free restaurant and they had a pretty good selection of things to order. 🍣🍣

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?

— Average

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Menu has several GF options clearly marked. Server was knowledgeable and asked if GF was an allergy or preference. When I responded allergy she reassured me they would change gloves, knives and cutting boards without me even asking.

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
  • 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?

— 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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NEW VERY BIG GF MENU. By far my favorite Sushi restaurant. They have a number of GF rolls marked, but can also make the Hawaiian and pain roll gluten free. They have little rice crunchies to take the place of tempura flakes!! If you tell them you have celiac or allergy they will use a separate prep space. The waitresses I’ve had have all checked and occasionally the ginger and tobiko they have are not gf depending on vendor (we love Shelley) . There is a gluten free fried chocolate filled wonton for dessert BUT not a dedicated fryer. I’ve probably eaten here 20 times this year and am never sick (I skip the wonton dessert but it’s fine if u are just gluten sensitive)

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Wow! Delish! Great gluten free and vegan menu. Chef Lee recommended a chocolate pot sticker (3 flavors to choose from) for desert…. Divine! I wish I could eat here EVERY DAY! Thank you Chef Lee you rock. And Steph provided exceptional service! Must Go!!!

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

Quality & Quantity


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?

— Excellent

Other


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

Celiac

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Excellent sushi and very accommodating. They prepare the gf food in a separate space and were even able to make me sashimi without vinegar, which is a dietary restriction for me. Really can’t say enough good things about this place. If you’re in the area, go!

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
  • 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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good with other allergies
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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Owner Chef Lee, great guy, makes all sauces on site. All but one can be made GF. Everything is made in house so the majority of items can be made GF. He even makes a GF chocolate truffle potsticker. Awesome. All you have to do is ask & all items GF can go on their own plate so there's no cross contamination if you're sharing sushi. And the sushi is fresh and hardy portions.

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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