Ulele

10 recent ratings
$$$ • Restaurant, Steakhouse
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Safety Rating
10 ratings

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1810 N Highland Ave
Tampa, FL 33602
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Most Recent Reviews


Celiac

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Had a great experience and food is awesome! I told server, Bryan, I had celiac disease, and he was very helpful with my selections. I had the seafood risotto and also charbroiled oysters (awesome!).

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?

— 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 dinner
  • Good for lunch
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 10 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Got the seafood risotto which was labeled gluten free and spoke to the server about having celiac. She said they would use gloves and be careful. About thirty minutes after eating here got nauseous and had stomach issues. I was sick for about a week. Would not eat there again. Which is sad because the food did taste great

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?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

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

— Average

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Amazing experience! Our server Brooke, was amazing about my gluten restrictions and I had a super safe meal! This is one of my favorite restaurants in Tampa and I feel confident bringing any of my friends with allergies here! I’ve eaten here 4 times and never been sick once.

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?

— 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

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
  • Gluten-Free Menu

Categories

  • Brewery
  • Dinner
  • Dog Friendly
  • Fine Dining
  • Kid Friendly
  • Late Night
  • Lunch
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restaurant
  • Seafood
  • Southern
  • Steakhouse
  • Vegetarian Friendly

Photos


Choclate dessert
Wedge salad
Filet steak
Menu front
Ulele menu
Seafood risotto
Fried okra
Yummy vegan and gluten free salad and okra!
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Celiac

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Went there for dinner with my celiac daughter. Within a half hour we were both sick and racing toward the hotel. I made sure the waitress new we both had celiacs and would get sick if we were cross contaminated. She said she would make sure to note gf. That apparently wasn’t sufficient. Food was delicious but not gf.

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?

— 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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Great location, atmosphere and food options. Menu is clearly marked with GF options

Safety


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

— Very

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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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Delicious. Ulele has always been a favorite of mine, but I’ve never been since my gluten intolerance diagnosis. Menu is marked GF. Server and chef are very knowledgeable.

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
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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
  • Dog friendly
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for lunch
  • Offers outdoor seating
  • Reservations recommended
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Gorgeous outdoor seating, great GF options, excellent food. Items are marked GF on the menu and the server was familiar when I asked her to have the kitchen change gloves. This may be my new favorite restaurant in Tampa!

Safety


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

— Very

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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Excellent food, attentive staff, great atmosphere

Safety


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

— Very

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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Amazing food at a great atmosphere! Had the Gouda Grouper with the rice and green beans. It was amazing. It is pricey but the food was phenomenal! Husband got the seafood risotto and I stole a bite and it was just as fabulous!

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Wow what a foodie paradise! Nice drink menu too! Went with clients great outdoor seating, incredible atmosphere and excellent service. Definitely go for dinner and get the seafood risotto

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?

— 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 dairy-free
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 3 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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Their menu is marked with gluten free items but there are other items (most of the fish entrees) that can be made GF by substituting mashed potatoes or a vegetable for the rice/couscous medley. The server, Taylor, was very knowledgeable and mentioned my dish would be cooked separately and safely without me saying anything about cross contamination. He also distinguished between celiac and sensitivity for our order. Special mention that this restaurant has such a fun and beautiful atmosphere at the edge of the park overlooking the river.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Staff was very helpful and knowledgeable. Manager made suggestions so that my food would be “protected” and prepared safely to eliminate the chance of cross contamination. Thank you!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Excellent food and fun atmosphere. Indoor and outdoor seating options. Beef tenderloin, twice baked potato, and jalapeño grit cake all delicious. Also have GF flourless chocolate tort and home made ice cream but no room to try those.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Ulele is always great at making sure everything is prepared separately and gluten free. Items on the menu are clearly marked gluten free and the servers are very knowledgeable. I'm very sensitive and I've been here several times, and I've never had any issues.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Amazing food, knowledgeable kind staff, and delicious ice cream. They have multiple friers for different fried items and the manager made me feel confident in the food I was eating was safe. I did not get sick!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Fantastic food!! I got the sea bass, which was not listed as gf because it's served with rice that has pasta in it, they subbed it for the mashed potatoes. I would totally recommend this place but call ahead and make reservations. Very kid friendly as well

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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This local Tampa restaurant has probably about 40% of their menu with clearly marked GF options on their menu. Our waiter, Evan, was very knowledgeable and provided some great insight to the options. The portions are a nice size and I felt like I got my money’s worth.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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I have diner at this unique restaurant several times and have had great success! When ordering the charbroiled oysters GF, I ask them to put the bread on the side. One time when ordering during a very busy rush, they left the bread in the middle of the platter. Love the flourless chocolate cake too!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Super cute restaurant offering many gluten free, vegetarian and vegan options! Friendly staff and fun atmosphere!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Great food! GF items clearly labeled on menus...did not disappoint. Had the Seafood Risotto and it was delish, some of the best we have ever had!

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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Over 30 gluten free options. Staff and kitchen very educated in celiac disease and cross contamination. Food is outstanding

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Staff was great, food was superb, from charbroiled oysters, to beet salad, and seafood saffron risotto. More choices than most celiac friendly restaurants. Would give it more stars if possible.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Updated 6 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Menu is labeled gluten free, however you need to make sure to explain you are celiac to your waiter. Our appetizer came out with bread on top of it after we ordered it gluten free. We became cautious with the rest of our meal but our waiter reassured us the mistake wouldn’t happen again. Food was delicious and I did not get sick.

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Waitstaff knowledgeable about celiac! Food was amazing. No problem dining here for celiacs!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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My wife and I visited this restaurant for lunch and plan to return again. Excellent food and a good choice of GF. Our waitress was very helpful and even double checked a sauce brought on the side for a GF item with the chef to assure that it was safe. The manager advised that they use a separate fryer for the fried GF items but that all grilled items are cooked on the same grill. Assure that you tell your waiter or waitress that you are celiac and cannot have even small quantities of any food containing GF. If you do, they will inform the kitchen to thoroughly clean the grill before preparing your order.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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Chef Eric did a great job explaining gluten free menu choices to us, and talked us through ingredients they use to prepare or modify meals. He personally assured us that gluten and other allergens could and would be avoided. We had a delicious and safe meal here, while enjoying a beautiful sunset!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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