The Old Spaghetti Factory

4 recent ratings
$ • Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Dessert, Pasta
Safety Rating
4 ratings

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703 Douglas St
Victoria, BC V8W 2B4, Canada
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Celiac

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They had a separate GF menu and the server was very informed on allergens and came back to let me know the chef mentioned that the caeser salad dressing was not gf. I had the Mariza cheese penne and it was delicious! Great experience and delicious food

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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 5 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Wir waren gestern zu Besuch auf Victoria Island und gingen in dieses Lokal. Auf Nachfrage habe ich eine gf - Karte erhalten. Schlussendlich habe ich mich für das Gericht "Seafood Marinara" entschieden und es war super lecker! Ich musste es nur noch etwas nachwürzen, dass lag aber auch ggf an meiner dicken Erkältung.

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Updated 7 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Personally didn’t find the experience very good, the gluten free menu seemed good but fries are not cooked separately and lots of meals required major substitutions to ensure they were gluten free and then left them as half a meal. Meal was brought to the table and we had to double check it was gluten free as the server didn’t know. Didn’t feel very confident as a coeliac eating here.

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?

— Not Much

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

— Below Average

Updated 8 months 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

  • Dessert
  • Gluten-Free Menu
  • Pasta

Categories

  • Dinner
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restaurant
  • Takeout
  • Vegetarian Friendly

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Gluten-Free at The Old Spaghetti Factory
The Old Spaghetti Factory gluten-free menu
Gluten-Free at The Old Spaghetti Factory
Gluten-Free at The Old Spaghetti Factory
Sorry started to eat before I took photo. Asked for extra sauce! Delicious!
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Overall Rating

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Good dining experience here. Pasta is corn pasta and not my favorite, but once slathered in Alfredo sauce it held up well. Salad and dessert seemed safe as well and I personally had no reaction. Of course you need to decide whether or not you can risk cross-contamination since it's an Italian restaurant.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Updated 10 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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I went by a previous reviewers advice to order the rice pasta. It was truly wonderful. White appearance but it tasted like real pasta!! I got the Seafood Marinara and salad. It was delicious and I am celiac. I feel fine! Staff was friendly and helpful! They have heaters for outside and the flowers and patio are nice. I wish we had this chain in the USA.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Very knowledgeable and great with the GF menu!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Amazing!!! Gluten free menu options that are spectacular! See my photos of gluten free and drink menu. Ordered the seafood Alfredo...OMG insane goodness! They have two pasta options rice and corn - get the rice pasta! Would never know it’s gluten free!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Reviews of this Chain

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Staff was very friendly and knowledgeable about gluten safety. The gluten free menu had diverse food options and the taste was excellent.

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

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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 dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
Celiac

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Review


Staff was very knowledgeable about gluten safety, down to the fact their paper straws had a gluten disclaimer on the box they came in There was a nice variety of options on the separate gluten friendly menu. Service was quick and good, food was tasty.

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Overall Rating

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I was quite impressed with how accommodating they were and the server was happy to answer and provide questions. I had the roasted garlic lemon chicken and I quite enjoyed it. You could definitely tell the pasta was gluten free, but it’s one of the better dishes I’ve had in a restaurant. Only thing I wish was different is that there was a GF dessert option, they had ice cream but it was a may contain so depends on your tolerance.

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

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Celiac

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Review


I got Glutened by these fxxkers despite clearly explaining the allergy and being assured precautions would be taken. Not worth the risk

Safety


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

— Not at all

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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?

— Poor

Celiac

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Terrible experience, the food taste and quality was poor. Not recommended.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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?

— Poor

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