The Cottage

6 recent ratings
$$ • Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Bread/Buns, French Toast, Muffins, Sandwiches
Safety Rating
5 ratings

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7702 Fay Avenue
La Jolla, CA 92037
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Celiac

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WOAH. The best bfast I’ve ever had. Had a bfast sandwhich with potatoes and pancake!! Soo good! A must for breakfast / brunch.

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?

— Excellent

Updated 6 months ago read full review

Celiac

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This may be the best breakfast/brunch I’ve ever had. LOTS of options. French toast, pancakes, breakfast sandwiches, tacos, etc. Staff was extremely knowledgeable and helpful. Highly recommend. Host was super helpful and atmosphere is awesome.

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

Updated 8 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Ate here for lunch and got violently ill. Spent 4 hours in the emergency room. Turns out they gave me regular bread instead of GF. Please don’t eat here if you have celiac disease

Safety


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

— Not very

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

  • Bread/Buns
  • French Toast
  • Gluten-Free Menu
  • Muffins
  • Sandwiches

Categories

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Dog Friendly
  • Healthy
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restaurant

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Wonderful place for breakfast/ lunch. Several GF options and when I explained I had celiac disease they made sure to cook my GF French toast (which was amazing) in a separate pan to ensure no cross contamination.

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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Dog friendly
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for lunch
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 1 year ago read full review

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so many gluten free options and super yummy!!

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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Overall Rating

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?

— Good

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 1 year ago read full review

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Thank you! Very candid wait staff shared that they try to be celiac friendly but do not always succeed. They do have gluten-free options but cannot fully protect from cross contamination. Very much appreciate their candidness.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Pretty positive I got glutened 😫 felt awful after I ate there. Great food but I felt like the waiter didn't care that I have celiac.. maybe it would have been better if I would have emphasized my celiac...

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Wheat Allergy

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ate here two days in a row for breakfast while on vacation, had gluten free toast and no reaction

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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Food was delicious. Double checked my order to be gluten free. Still had a reaction after. Not sure if cross contamination happened or if my body just acted up, I did call after and double checked the polenta crab cakes and hollandaise, no gluten.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Updated 7 years ago read full review

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The staff here is wonderful! Before being seated I wanted to make sure they had gluten free options on their dinner menu (dinner is a recent addition for them). At first he thought there were only two options but went to double check and came back with wonderful news about there gluten free options. All three of their sandwiches can be made with gluten free bread, all but one salad could be gluten free, three out of the six fish options were gluten free, and the fish special that day was gluten free. Only one appetizer was gluten free and there were no chicken or meat dishes that were gluten free. The children's menu had gluten free pasta as an option. The host and waitress were not always very familiar with what had gluten but they were happy to ask the chef and the chef seemed very confident in knowing what had gluten in it. I am very sensitive to cross contamination and did not get sick from eating at The Cottage. The food itself was amazing! I got salmon over risotto with sauteed veggies, the veggies were a little bland but the salmon was superb and paired nicely with the marinara based risotto. The host informed me that he will be redoing the menus and wants to make sure that gf options are clearly marked on the new menus.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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What was so great about The Cottage was we could order exactly the same thing we always do with some minor modifications that didn't affect the taste whatsoever. So delicious and filling. My husband ordered the Orange Juice Mimosa and I got the Tangerine Mimosa. It was a perfect way to start brunch on a Sunday. We shared the following: Roasted Vegetable Frittata, substitute White Cheddar, add Mushrooms Bacon (mmmmm) and Avocado. A Side order of Gluten Free Stuffed French Toast with Strawberries and Bananas... Remember NO Scone. The proportions are large so sharing is caring. 😉

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 8 years ago read full review

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long wait. didnt make me feel too.confidrnt when irdering, however I didn't get cross contaminated.

yes celoac safe, but cover all your vases very carefully

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 8 years ago read full review

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Had an amazing experience! I wish I remembered our waitresses name because she was jut wonderful. I have Celiac and they are extremely knowledgeable when it comes to gluten free. I had the french toast and they used a new batter for my french toast. Cute patio area as well. My husband isn't GF, so he got the eggs benedict and loved it! Great service and ambiance.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 8 years ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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Awesome GF Stuffed French Toast. Enough to share. Lots of fresh bananas and strawberries as well. Very delicious!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 8 years ago read full review

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The gluten free French toast was delicious! There are lots of other gluten free options listed on the menu as well :)

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 8 years ago read full review

Celiac

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The gluten free French toast was delicious! They gave you a lot too. It's dipped in a separate batter from the other French toast. I'm VERY sensitive and had no problem.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 8 years ago read full review

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Great outdoor patio, delicious gf blueberry muffins and guacamole and unique chilequiles with verde salsa. Wish they had more cocktail choices. Kids could have shared a grilled cheese but other than that it was fantastic!

Updated 9 years ago read full review

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Enjoy a fried egg sandwich or eggs benedict on gluten-free bread at this local gem. It is a pleasant dining experience that you will not want to miss.

Updated 9 years ago read full review

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Knowledgable staff and accommodating. They toasted my sandwich on top of foil to prevent cross contamination.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 10 years ago read full review

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Not very gluten free friendly, but good

Updated 10 years ago read full review

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Off the charts good! Even had GF hot sauce for my fish tacos! Gluten free menu.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 10 years ago read full review

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