The Cardinal
21 recent ratings
$$ • Restaurant
Reported NOT to have a gluten-free menu, but gluten-free options are available
Reported GF menu options: Bread/Buns, Burgers
Safety Rating
20 ratings
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1711 NC-105
Boone, NC 28607
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Most Recent Reviews
Review
Dedicated gf fryer! Excellent gf fried chicken sandwich and fries!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Safety Feature Ratings
- Dedicated gluten-free fryer
Quality & Quantity
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
Review
My partner has very sensitive celiac and we had absolutely zero issues here! We added bacon and pimento cheese to our grilled chicken sandwiches (with gluten free buns) and it was no problem. The sweet potato tots
are also gluten free and excellent!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— No gluten-free information on the 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
Review
They have a dedicated fryer for all the gf items. They also have a gluten-free dredge option for fried chicken as well. The food was absolutely amazing and the service was wonderful. I can't reccomend this place enough.
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
- Dedicated gluten-free fryer
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
Other
Other Characteristics
- Good for breakfast/brunch
- Good for dairy-free
- Good for dinner
- Good for kids
- Good for lunch
- Good for takeout
- Good vegan options
- Good vegetarian options
- Offers online ordering
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Review
When one of the first things they tell you is that they have a dedicated fryer, you know they’re safe. Ordered fried chicken sandwich, so good! Fries were good. Friendly staff, nice atmosphere.
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
- Dedicated gluten-free fryer
- Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— No gluten-free information on the 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
Review
They have a dedicated fryer! The burgers and chicken sandwich can be made gf. They understand cross contamination and the difference between gf and celiac safe gf. I have had the farm burger and chicken sandwich. Both were 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
- Dedicated gluten-free fryer
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— No gluten-free information on the 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
Review
Excellent GF food and service! The GF fried chicken sandwich was amazing. The fries were delicious. Absolutely wonderful experience. The whole family was able to eat GF easily—plenty of options and Udi’s buns to accommodate GF for sandwiches and burgers (two toddlers, two adults).
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— No gluten-free information on the 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
Review
Great gluten free fried chicken sandwich!
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
Review
We stopped in for lunch while on a college tour. We have 1 kid that’s celiac. We had the French Fries with bacon and cheese appetizer, gf fried chicken sandwich with pimento cheese and the 50/50 burger (emu and chorizo) what a great meal!!! 3 hours later and no reaction! We will be back! Well worth the drive!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
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
Review
Tried the fried chicken GF burger soooo good! My husband tried cardinal burger also gluten free it also was sooo good! The fries were yum!! They just need a dessert for us.
Safety
Safety Feature Ratings
- Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
- Dedicated gluten-free fryer
- Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— No gluten-free information on the menu
Other
Other Characteristics
- Good for kids
- Offers outdoor seating
Review
Amazing little place on our trip to Boone! Had the gluten free fried chicken sandwich and it was amazing! Highly recommend.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
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
Review
Staff is knowledgeable and they take good care of you. We eat here on a regular basis with our 2 celiac children. Best fries in boone! Fried chicken is yummy too!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Somewhat
Quality & Quantity
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
Review
Always very celiac knowledgeable
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— No gluten-free information on the 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?
— Good
Review
Great experience! Fries were gluten free!! The fried chicken sandwich was gluten free as well and delicious!!! What a treat!!!
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
Review
This is a wonderful stop! I’m celiac and rarely get fries (in their own gf fryer). I had the gf FRIED chicken sandwich. It was amazing! Fried in the gf fryer with pork skin as the “breading”. Highly recommend. No issues. Loved it.
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
Review
Excellent burger. On a Gf Udi bum which was toasted and very good. Will definitely return. Waitstaff very knowledgeable In explaining what was GF and how it was prepared.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— No gluten-free information on the 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
Review
Always get the GF fried chicken. Breaded with pork rinds and fried in a separate fryer, so no cross contamination. They also offer GF French fried in the dedicated GF fryer. Udis buns as well. 10/10
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
- Dedicated gluten-free fryer
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
Review
Very knowledgeable wait staff. They were able to modify all the burgers and their fryer was gluten free!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— No gluten-free information on the 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?
— Good
Review
Delicious elk burger, great service, GF fries.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
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
Review
Hit the spot! Gluten free bun for my burger! Absolutely loved they had a dedicated fryer for fries so they were gluten free!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Safety Feature Ratings
- Dedicated gluten-free fryer
Quality & Quantity
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
Review
Had their turkey burger with a gf bun! super conscious of gluten allergies/celiac. separate fryer so i could have fries! 10/10. friendly atmosphere too.
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
Review
They really work hard to keep food Celiac safe. They have a gluten free fryer and tasty gluten free buns. Their fried chicken sandwich is to die for!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— No gluten-free information on the 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
Review
The staff are very knowledgeable and accommodating
Review
The staff is willing to help, management understands gf and will accommodate. No great gf sides but burgers are great!
Review
Great service and food. Gluten-free buns and menu items, though no dedicated fryer or work space.
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