Urbano Mexican Fare

5 recent ratings
$$ • Mexican Restaurant
Reported NOT to have a gluten-free menu, but gluten-free options are available
Reported GF menu options: Tacos
Safety Rating
5 ratings

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116 King St
Alexandria, VA 22314

Most Recent Reviews


Celiac

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Just had lunch/snack here I got the elote loco which was super good! I told them severe allergy and then triple checked at the end before I ate it. The waitress was very sweet and was like I understand you are scared I checked before and after I put your order in and I trust my team it’s safe, and it was! I wouldn’t risk it with much else on the menu but our experience was good. I have 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?

— No gluten-free information on the 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?

— Excellent

Updated 7 months ago read full review

Celiac

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I went here for drinks and an appetizer. There is no gluten free menu and options aren’t marked. Waiter didn’t understand what gluten is and after I explained he did point out a few options he thought would be okay. We ended up getting the grilled octopus and I didn’t get sick but it was probably due to luck. The octopus was good. The tortilla chips are corn but made in a shared fryer and are not safe. I would not chance eating here again.

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?

— No gluten-free information on the 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?

— Good

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Came for drinks outside and asked what was gluten free. Apparently nothing. After drinks took 15 minutes to come out, we’re told you have to order food. I explained I have a gluten “allergy”, assume they know nothing and ask if the guacamole can come out with carrot sticks or veggies. Blank stares. Ask for corn tortillas and get it.

You know in real Mexico, everything is gluten free and corn based?!?!

Food tasted fine (not sure yet about safety) but I hate taking risks, and i hate places that do zero research into allergens and how to serve hungry people who need safe food. I don’t blame the server — I blame incompetent management.

Would never return and do not recommend

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?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

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

  • Tacos

Categories

  • Dinner
  • Late Night
  • Lunch
  • Mexican
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restaurant

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The food here is good and most things can be made with corn tortillas. However if you have celiac please do not go here there is a lot of cross contamination.

Safety


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

— Not at all

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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

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No, no, absolutely no. My stomach has been not doing so well for the past 2 days ever since I hate there. Stay away from this place.

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?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

Updated 2 years ago read full review

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I don’t think they understood what gluten was. I was hesitant after reading other reviews so I ordered what I thought would be safest, an elote, and stressed my celiac gluten allergy. They brought me ears of corn with just the chili salt on them, no cheese, so I’m pretty sure they equated gluten free with vegan and thought I didn’t eat dairy. I would be wary of eating here. That said, I do feel fine with my ears of corn.

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?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

Other


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

Gluten Intolerant

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Margaritas were ok, a bit watery. Service was slow but fine. Chips are not gluten free but the fajitas (just chicken and onions) were gluten free. Would visit again.

Updated 3 years ago read full review

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