Velvet Taco

There were a few GF options, and while the staff was knowledgeable and offered to change gloves, they still grabbed food from the same containers that the old “glutened” gloves also stuck their hands into (think chipotle style). So they put in an effort to prevent cross contamination, but it will still happen. The tacos are delicious though!

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• 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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout

Velvet Taco DT Austin in a laugh when it comes to GF. They will confidently, tell you that they change their gloves to avoid cross-contamination, and that they have an entire gluten-free menu. However, if you press on, they will let you know that the butter they cook the chicken in might be an issue, and that they only offer corn or flour tortillas as a gluten-free option. Lol. When I asked what they thought the flour tortillas were made of, she had no clue that was considered gluten. Also, the station where they make the tacos is the exact same station for all tacos. maybe other locations are better 🤷

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

— Not at all

Very good gluten free!

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

Ordered from their Gluten-free menu. One of my tacos came on a flour tortilla. I talked to the manager and got a fresh GF taco. So, no they don't pay much attention. Too bad. Damn good tacos.

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

— Not at all

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

Other Characteristics

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