The Shack

18 recent ratings
$$ • Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Bread/Buns, Pancakes, Sandwiches, Wings
Safety Rating
17 ratings

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731 S Lindbergh Blvd
Frontenac, MO 63131
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In 4 Public Collections

Most Recent Reviews


Celiac

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Review


Absolutely delicious!! I have eaten here many times over the last 4 years and have never gotten sick. Separate menu Food arrives flagged Super fun place to eat!!

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 1 month ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Amazing!! My partner has celiac and he ordered off the gluten free menu. Everything was delicious and he had no issue with his allergy. The staff was very knowledgeable.

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 2 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Owner’s daughter has celiac. Breakfast was delicious. I ordered the omelette that has bacon, avocado, pico, queso on it. They let you add a gf pancake for $3

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

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

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 dedicated kitchen space
  • Reported to have a dedicated fryer
  • Bread/Buns
  • Gluten-Free Menu
  • Pancakes
  • Sandwiches
  • Wings

Categories

  • Allergy Friendly
  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Healthy
  • Keto Friendly
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Restaurant
  • Vegan Friendly

Photos


Flying First Class Sittin Next to Vanna White Omelet....slightly annihilated. Lol
GF Blueberry Pancake  - Comes with omelet orders
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Gluten-Free at The Shack
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The Shack gluten-free menu
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Tips


They can be busy at prime brunch times. Visit their website to join the waitlist electronically.

1 year ago

More Reviews


Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Great GF pancakes and healthy dishes. They come with a GF flag inserted to avoid cross-contamination.

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 7 months ago read full review

Overall Rating

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Yum! My son’s favorite restaurant. He has celiac disease. So many options.

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

Updated 11 months ago read full review

Celiac

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I have celiac disease and was excited to try a place that “gets it.” I let my server know that I have celiac and asked for a gf menu. I ordered a pancake. After I was three bites in, my server came back and said he needed to stop me because he couldn’t be certain my pancake was gf because it didn’t come out of the kitchen with the gf toothpick in it. He apologized, took the plate, and had another remade. Thankfully, I didn’t get sick. So maybe it was gf but just wasn’t marked. The pancake was great! Smelled like a funnel cake! I’ll definitely be back to try lunch.

I went back a second time and had a breakfast with eggs, bacon, and a pancake. After, I was violently ill. I won’t go back.

Safety


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

— Not 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 11 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Review


Always great! A gf staple in St. Louis!

Safety


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
  • Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

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 1 year ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Review


I love it here- the servers are knowledgeable and aware of Celiac. I have been here multiple times with no issues, and their menu has a ton of gluten free options!

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 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Review


Great selection

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 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Review


Servers were all knowledgeable on gluten restrictions. They have a dedicated space and dedicated fryers for their gluten free menu items. Menu has a giant selection. We were extremely impressed!

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 1 year ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Very delicious and safe! Waiters were helpful and knowledgeable about Celiac disease

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?

— 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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Review


AMAZING!!! Everything is delicious and the staff are incredible!

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 1 year ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


An entire separate gluten free menu for breakfast and lunch. Lots of choices and everyone is very knowledgeable. The owner’s daughter has Celiac Disease so the restaurant knows everything they must do to keep dinners with Celiac safe. Great place for brunch and lunch. Great drink menu too!

Safety


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

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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for keto
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers outdoor seating
  • Reservations recommended
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Always delicious and good gluten free selection.

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?

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


I didn’t get sick but one of the dishes I ordered was not marked gluten free. The pancake was terrible and the eggs were mediocre. I’ve had much better food that I felt much safer about.

Safety


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

— Not 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?

— Below Average

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Asymptomatic Celiac

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Review


The Shack has multiple locations in St. Louis. The owner’s daughter has Celiac. They also own The Corner Pub.

There is a separate gluten free menu. They have a separate fryer and kitchen space for gluten free items. My food came with an “allergy” tag. I felt very safe. The food and service were very good.

Safety


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
  • Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Great breakfast!

The owners daughter has celiac so they really know their stuff when it comes to gluten free! Make sure to tell the wait staff you need to eat gluten free and they’ll bring a gluten free menu and cook all your food in a clean area of the kitchen!

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 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Had a blueberry pancake that was delicious. The menu says the owner’s daughter has Celiac, so they are very cautious with GF.

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?

— Excellent

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Our son has Ciliac and we were so happy to hear how knowledgeable the staff was and the owner ensures a true GF environment. Back story is his daughter was diagnosed with Ciliac as well. The food is fabulous too!

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?

— Excellent

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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I have Celiac and had no issues. Fantastic food and great service from our server Fontez. We were there for breakfast. Separate gluten free menu with a lot of options from pancakes to omelets to skillet meals. It was great to be able to eat hashbrowns at a restaurant. Highly recommend!

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 space in the kitchen
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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 breakfast/brunch
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Offers online ordering
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

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

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Review


I had the king lives pancakes which had banana ,bacon, chocolate chips with a peanut butter drizzle! Absolutely delicious!!!

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?

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good selection of healthy options
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

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?

— Excellent

Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

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So awesome! A background story on the GF menu about the owners own celiac kiddo made me feel great about feeding my own celiac babe!

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
  • Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

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

Updated 3 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Great experience like everyone else. The menu isn’t quite as extensive as the non-gf but still plenty of options! The staff is trained about cross-contamination.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Great breakfast place and the menu states would they do to prevent cross contamination. The waitress confirmed the procedures with me. Got a smoothie and the corned beef hash and didn’t get sick.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

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Wow is this place good! Fabulous GF options!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

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THIS IS THE PLACE FOR YOU! There is a delicious GF menu with many options that are celiac safe AND an amazing regular menu. I get the Meg Ryan, which is on the regular menu, but it's just a combination of carb, meat, eggs, and hashbrowns, so I order it with the GF blueberry pancakes. You will feel like a normal human eating here. THANK YOU to the owners! (It get crowded, so get there early or late!)

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Staff is extremely knowledgeable and careful.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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They have a dedicated space for the gluten-free food which is important for the person who has celiac disease.

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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There is a VERY good reason why they are the top gluten free restaurant in the St. Louis area. Had the gf chicken parmesan sandwich and sweet potato tots!!!!!!!!!!! We will be back

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Wheat Allergy

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I have a wheat allergy and decided to try this restaurant. They were busy and I decided to get a take out order. I had gluten free blueberry pancakes with bacon and hash browns. The food was really good. The staff seemed very knowledgeable about the gluten free menu and food.

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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I always love finding gf treasures on vacation! My small town has no options. This place is celiac friendly. Their daughter is celiac and their story is on the back of the menus. The staff was very knowledgeable and kind. For the first time in 5 years, I ate a pancake from a restaurant! I didn’t know that was possible. I highly recommend giving them a try if you’re in the area!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Really good food, and they seem to be really careful about cross contamination, the pancakes and skillets are really good.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

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Staff is super knowledgeable and food is excellent!

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

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Celiac

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Owners have a daughter with celiac. Everyone from hostess to servers are well educated and don't bat an eye when asking for their (extensive!) gluten free menu or ordering from that menu. I felt like normal diner for once. It was wonderful. The fact that the food, atmosphere, and service are fantastic kind of makes it seem to good to be true...but it's deliciously true!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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love love love this place!!!!

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Food was amazing! Love the pancakes!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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I feel normal eating here. Substantial gluten free menu and they have separate fryers!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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This was by far the most amazing gluten free meal I’ve had since being diagnosed with celiac. The pancakes are amazing and the staff super helpful. My family that isn’t gf loved their food as well.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

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Even though you still need to ask for the GF menu; it was fantastic to finally have a breakfast skillet again. No reaction to the "Kitchen Sink" and my non-GF mate really enjoyed his Huevos Rancheros (despite having verde/tamatillo sauce instead of the usual red sauce). Will visit again before leaving St. Louis!

FYI: Sunday morning (appx. 0900 check in) wait is 35-40min. thru the lunch rush...

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Unbelievable options!! Sweet potato tots and chocolate chip pancakes are incredible!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

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Celiac

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

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Reviews of this Chain

Asymptomatic Celiac

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Unfortunately, I have to lower my normal rating for The Shack. They used to have so many choices for gluten free but they seem to be paring down their gf menu. No peanut butter, no steak and egg breakfast, no corn tortilla for breakfast tacos. Just seems like they could have some extra items that wouldn't cost that much but would allow more options. Used to be so fun to come here. Still feel safe eating here but let's go back to more options, please. .

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?

— Not Much

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

— Good

Celiac

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Review


The shack’s owners have a daughter with celiac. They have a separate GF menu. Just ask for it at the host station. They cook anything ordered gluten free on a dedicated cook station. Everything we’ve gotten is delicious. They serve breakfast and lunch, but only breakfast on Sundays.

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?

— Excellent

Gluten Intolerant

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Love the pancakes. They are literally the size of a dinner plate. They mark them so they don’t get mixed with normal ones

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

Symptomatic Celiac

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Review


Separate GF menu, which includes notes about gluten free protocol. The owner’s daughter has celiac disease so they are very understanding. Food was delish and came out with a “gluten free” flag.

Safety


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.)
  • Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

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 breakfast/brunch
  • Good for lunch
Celiac

Overall Rating

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

— Excellent

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