TLC Austin

Excellent cocktails. Had the lobster rolll on gluten free bread. Bread wasn’t ideal for the roll, but I knew that would be the case ordering it. Tasted great and zero issues!

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

— Very

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

I’m so confused about these reviews. There were only a few things marked as having gluten on the menu but when I asked about the hush puppies they had no idea and went to ask the kitchen who told them that they were NOT gluten free. They also didn’t have fried pickles on the menu at all. We left because I wasn’t confident anything was GF.

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

— Not at all

All the fried food was safe. And it was all so good. Only 2 items were marked to have gluten (Mac and cheese and one of their sauces). I haven’t had hush puppies and fried okra since 2016. They were cooked to perfection. Husband had gumbo and oysters. He’s a picky gumbo eater and really liked it. Oysters were priced great. And nice balcony seating with misters so you can people watch. Keep it weird Austin.

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

— Very

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

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?

— 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

I could have sworn I reviewed this place years ago but I guess not!

TLC has been one of my go-to spots in Austin for several years now. I've never had an issue with any of their food. The hush puppies kind of mess with me, but I think that's mostly because they're so unhealthy.

Chicken salad sandwich & deviled eggs with bacon are my favorites!

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

— Very

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

Trust the other reviews, this place was great! I’d call this restaurant quietly gluten free- nothing is marked but practically everything is gluten free. As soon as I mentioned to our server about my allergy he assured me I was in good hands and only pointed out 2-3 items I couldn’t eat. Everything that goes in their frier is GF, I think they just don’t want to advertise it widely so that non-gf people don’t pull some “it must taste bad bc it’s gf” thing. I will say the food wasn’t top top tier for me (I’m from the south and can still remember all the delicious fried food I ate pre-diagnosis) but it was still really really tasty. Me and my non gf boyfriend both really enjoyed our meal there!

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?

— Good

Delicious food, fried pickles, gluten free bread, tons of options and everything is delicious!

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

— Very

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

Had a lovely meal here. Always a treat to get any fried food on the menu!

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

— Very

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

I found out about this place from this app. I actually ate fried food at a restaurant and left feeling well and not glutened! Apparently the owner has Celiac, and so all fried foods are safe. There are only a couple of things that are not gluten free. The fried oysters and brussel sprouts dishes were my favorite. You can order the boiled dishes with clarified butter, so if you can tolerate ghee- you are good!

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

— Very

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 kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating

Good happy hour space with lots of outdoor areas. We tried two cocktails, which were quite spicy! Also had the fried pickles and the hushpuppies. Love the hushpuppies - great crunch and nice dipping sauces to accompany both. They shared most things were GF on the menu with a few exceptions.

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

SOOO good!!! I have not had fried okra or hush puppies since being diagnosed with celiac. Everything here is gluten free besides the mac n cheese and the brownie. The owners relative has celiac so they totally understand the importance of cross contamination. We got the fried pickles and okra and hush puppies and a sandwich which was subbed onto gluten free white bread.

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

— Very

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 takeout
• Offers outdoor seating

Their fryer is gluten-free and are super conscious of cross- contamination.

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

— Very

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 kids
• Good for lunch
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating

Incredible! The Hushpuppies are a must, and everything fried is 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?

— 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 kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Offers outdoor seating

Good god this place is amazing. Items that ARE NOT gluten free are marked on the menu with a little wheat symbol- it’s just one sauce, bread for sandwiches and Mac and cheese. All fried items are gf. Holy shite the crab legs are amazing, with the garlic flavor and the lemon garlic butter. Sensory overload. Thought I was gonna die. Boyfriend and I (broke college students) splurged and ordered an extra half pound to share after we ate the first because it was so good. Boiled potatoes and onions and corn were also excellent in the garlic sauce with the lemon garlic butter. We will be back. Even though we can’t afford it. Owner has celiac apparently. Waiter was nice. Contactless during COVID- ordered online, food brought out but that was it.

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

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 takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers online ordering

All fried items in chickpea flour. Only items with gluten is Mac n cheese and some desserts

Tasty tasty

Wow! Fried pickles okra and everything else :-) celiac kid happy happy

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

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

Lots of gf options, gluten free bread is really good

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I had passed by this place hundreds of times not realizing what amazing gluten-free options were here. They have a dedicated gluten free fryer and fry all of their items in a gluten-free blend. Items that contain gluten are clearly marked on the menu but most can be modified to be gluten-free. The chicken fried steak was excellent and the portions were quite generous.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I’m always nervous to try new places because I get so violently ill, but I felt very safe eating here. Almost the entire menu is gf and everything fried is safe. If I don’t throw up all night, you get 5 stars! Glad I ventured out, I will be back

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Everything is gluten free except the mac and cheese and desserts!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I never thought I'd get to eat fried okra again & then I found this place. Delicious, safe & a GREAT happy hour!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Exceptional! Fried oysters and chicken fired steak all with bins red mill flour in dedicated fryer! Highly recommend!

One of the founders is celiac. Everything can be made gluten free. Dedicated fryer. Chicken fried steak. Fried pickles. French fries. Any kind of seafood boil you could ask for. Fun atmosphere with corn hole and giant picnic tables. 10/10.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Almost all menu items are GF including chicken fried steak, hush puppies, and gumbo. AMAZING food!