The LOCAL Kitchen & Drinks Waltham

Good knowledge of gluten free and server went back to check when he wasn't sure. Cider on tap. Good size servings, appetizer is a meal. No more pizzas but still some options in sandwiches and appetizers.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for lunch
• Offers outdoor seating

Menu does mark gluten free online but not on the menu in the restaurant. I had looked at the menu before so was aware of what was GF or could be modified to be GF. We ordered the chips and dip which was fabulous! The dip was delicious but the star was the freshly fried crinkle cut chips. I had the chicken milanese. I was surprised it was GF when they brought out a breaded piece of chicken but it was delicious and I did not get sick.

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?

— 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

LOVED IT! reeeeeeally wanted a burger and fries and they had it and so good!! dedicated fryer for the fries, wicked good buns, just delicious. the staff was great with out gluten/dairy allergy and made it feel completely normal. just a regular couple having a regular fantastic lunch!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• 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
• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

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 keto
• Good for lunch
• Good with other allergies

Just ok…don’t have GF menu anymore (only online). The waiter just said: “tell me in what you’re interested and I let you know if it can be done GF”. Really? I wasn’t expecting that. I got the beet salad with shrimp and the dressing was overpowering and the portion was not so much for the price. In case you want to try this place ask to put the dressing on the side for salads.

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

Food was excellent! Although there is no GF menu, they can make most everything on the menu GF. They have GF pizza crust and buns for burgers as well as a separate fryer. I got a prosciutto and fig pizza with a GF crust and it was delicious. My husband agreed and he is not gluten free

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

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

Other Characteristics

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

I’ve been to the local many times in the past and always felt somewhat safe. However, my last experience wasn’t the most pleasant one. They changed the menu and don’t offer a GF menu anymore. Not only that, my server wasn’t knowledgeable with celiac and wasn’t able to identify any items that I could eat. I ended up ordering a salmon and grilled asparagus but won’t return. Food is good and I wish it was better served for Celiacs

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

Majority of menu can be done gluten free. Order the chips & dip appetizer and the short rib for the entree and both were delicious! Great setting with a beautiful view and excellent drinks. 10/10 recommend

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

Very pleased they put a sticker on my takeout container that marked “gluten free” and “no wheat”

Love the Korean Beef Bowl!

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

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 Characteristics

• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering

Contrary to what another reviewer said, they did offer gluten free bread: I was offered a roll. I accidentally got gluten free sweet potato fries, which were delicious. I love having a place for safe, healthy, INTERESTING food. A tad pricey.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

They have an amazing GF menu and a dedicated fryer for fries ! I’ve been here multiple times for lunch and dinner and have enjoyed their -truffle fries -blackened chicken -energy bowl -Korean beef bowl

Just ask for a separate GF menu upon arrival and they’ve very accommodating !

Celiac friendly?

Yes

specific GF menu, let server know your needs and they are happy to accommodate. no complementary GF bread, but dedicated GF fryer(!!): truffle fries, buff wings, Brussels, etc. they will bring food out specifying allergy if ordered as such.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Gluten Free menu with many good options and the staff is knowledgeable about cross-contamination

Celiac friendly?

Yes

They have a great menu. Love going there. Staff is very knowledgeable as well as the managers. Never made to feel like I was a bother fir my severe gluten allergy.

I had to go to The Local for a work dinner, and I was pleased to see that there was a full gluten free menu that included appetizers, entrees, and desserts. The staff was knowledgeable and comfortable about the GF menu, and my dinner was brought by the manager. I ordered a quinoa power bowl, which was fresh but not particularly flavorful, and I had expected it to be warm but was cold. I wish I had chosen one of the available hot entrees. But it was a filling and safe meal, and I would go back to try other options.

Celiac friendly?

Yes