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Umami Burger

3 ratings
$$ • Restaurant
Reported NOT to have a gluten-free menu, but gluten-free options are available
Reported GF menu options: Bread/Buns, Burgers
Safety Rating
2 ratings

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2184 Union St
San Francisco, CA 94123

Most Recent Reviews


Celiac

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no dedicated fryer, the lettuce wrapped burger was delicious, the pickle plate was nice also. kinda spendy for what you get, but good quality

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 9 years ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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The food was fairly good but really have to take away a star for their lack of being gluten-free friendly. Brought my kids and husband for dinner; we all eat gluten-free. Had seen the 5 star review so assumed it would be ok. I found there was gluten in the following items:

Umami sauce for the burgers (can be omitted)

Ketchup (no gf alternative)

Fries (not fried in a dedicated fryer)

If you come to a place that's known for hamburgers and fries and can't eat any of it because it has gluten, would you still go?

I know some restaurants are proud of their craft but in today's world, how hard is it to use gluten-free tamari instead? I was truly disappointed and will likely not go back unless I hear they change to be more gluten-free friendly.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 10 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Gluten free veggie burgers! Super sweet staff who really made a point of pointing out gluten containing condiments, etc. yummy! They'll do lettuce wraps, etc.

Updated 11 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

  • Bread/Buns
  • Burgers

Categories

  • Restaurant

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Celiac

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The burger place is no longer at The Grove.

Celiac

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Server was not at all knowledgeable about GF items, but was very willing to go back and forth and figure it out. He was upfront about what was sure to be GF and what may not be.

That being said, I could only order a burger with no bun (they were out of GF buns).

Wouldn’t choose to come back, but at least I can eat here.

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?

— Not Much

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

— Good

Symptomatic Celiac

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The only menu item explicitly noted as gluten free is the hamburger bun. They do have an allergen list on line, and there are very few gluten free items. The fries are made in the same fryer as gluten-containing items. The burgers are gluten free if you go with the gluten free bun or a lettuce wrap. Their special sauce (based on Thousand Island dressing) contains gluten, although the server was at a loss as to why. I had a basic burger on a gluten free bun and felt fine afterwards.

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

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?

— Good

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for lunch
  • Offers outdoor seating
Celiac

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Great option for gf and non gf folks alike!

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
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
  • 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?

— Good

Overall Rating

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Staff was knowledgeable and helpful, gluten free bun was delicious

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