The Melt

2 recent ratings
$ • Restaurant
Reported NOT to have a gluten-free menu, but gluten-free options are available
Reported GF menu options: Bread/Buns, Burgers, Fries, Grilled Cheese, Sandwiches
8849 Villa La Jolla Dr #305
La Jolla, CA 92037

Most Recent Reviews


Wheat Allergy

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Items are not labeled GF but they have GF buns and bread. I had a burger and a grilled cheese. Yummy and didn’t get sick!

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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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?

— Good

Updated 2 years ago read full review

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We had their gluten free burger and their gluten free Italian job grilled cheese and they were AMAZING! At first we were worried that the grilled cheese was incorrectly made with normal bread because it looked so realistic, but I could tell that it was safe for my fiancé after taking a bite, the texture is a little off from regular bread but it’s visually the same. He didn’t get sick but I’m unsure of all of their precautions so I don’t know if it would be safe for celiacs.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • 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

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 kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
Updated 3 years 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

  • Reported to have a dedicated fryer
  • Bread/Buns
  • Burgers
  • Fries
  • Grilled Cheese
  • Sandwiches

Categories

  • Dinner
  • Fast Food
  • Late Night
  • Lunch
  • Online Ordering
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restaurant
  • Takeout

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NOT CELIAC FRIENDLY. They cook all together. Abruptly rude.

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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They have gf buns and bread, but they are going to be cook on the same grill. No dedicated fryer.

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Great for gluten free. I got the grilled cheese and tasted just like a regular one. Milkshakes are also really good.

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Asymptomatic Celiac

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Burgers and grilled cheese sandwiches! They have both bread and buns - most likely Udi’s. No dedicated prep but did tell Kitchen to wipe griddle. Fries are tasty and safe. Food is pretty greasy and not the best of the “better” fast food variety but not bad and their offerings are plentiful.

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Reviews of this Chain

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Super good burgers. Good fries

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

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

— Excellent

Overall Rating

Review


Don’t go there. They don’t have gluten-free food!!!

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

Symptomatic Celiac

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Was able to confirm with knowledgeable cashier that grill was dedicated to burgers seasoned only with salt, and that fryer was dedicated for french fries only. All bun and bread options can be GF upon request. I had a simple burger, skipped sauces just to be safe and had a great experience.

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

Wheat Allergy

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I asked the staff to change their gloves with handling my food. Informed that they have the same shared surfaces. Seemed ok after eating and then the reaction started to build. Today my MCAs is full blown. Would not recommend for anyone with a moderate to severe allergy.

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 kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
Wheat Allergy

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Even if they offer gluten free bread, don’t get anything from here, even if you’re not celiac. I reacted every time I ordered something here on gluten free bread, so I’m guessing they probably share the grille with regular bread. Don’t even get French fries.

Celiac friendly?

No

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