Root and Barrel

I ordered a house salad, I asked them to wash their hands/change gloves or whatever- explained it was not just a “sensitivity”, but was Celiac disease… asked about salad dressings, was told they are all gluten-free. This was less than 3 hours ago and I have had to rush to the bathroom three times so far- I would not advise eating here if you have Celiac Disease.

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

— Not at all

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

Server was not very knowledgeable, but happy to go ask the kitchen to get all my questions answered. Their website menu showed shrimp and grits, but that wasn’t available when we got there. Had a yummy salmon dish with a bunch of veggies and mashed potatoes. The mashed potatoes were SO good. Would go again.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

They ensured they would prepare my shrimp and grits separately. The item came out and looked great! It was prepared exactly how you’d expect for a Southern dish, quite flavorful and buttery. Filling too. Would return.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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 Characteristics

• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout

Chef was knowledgeable about gluten free items, all fried items are cross contaminated as no dedicated fryer, but I had delicious meal with lots of options and even had a chocolate torte (GF) dessert.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

We were able to get appetizers GF and they had a cider on tap that was nice and cold. They even have a GF cookie dessert thing. I’d go back for sure.

There is not a gluten free menu nor is there gluten free beer. You can get a burger with lettuce and side of fruit or Cole slaw or a variety of salads. I did not see the items other reviewers mentioned on the menu so menu must have changed. Service was slow but it could just be the time and day we were there.

Delicious Food and lots of GF offerings. Menu is not labeled but servers are knowledgeable. No dedicated fryer, so fries etc are not safe. But shrimp and grits, BBQ pork, salads, gazpacho, and amberjack are all delicious options. Never gotten sick at all!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

They have an amazing menu.They carry a few great beers if your are a beer drinker.