Review of Wayne Hills Diner

I was really looking forward to making this my new go-to diner since I’ve heard they have a spectacular GF menu. I also heard the kitchen is careful, has separate fryers and preparation area since a relative of one of the owners is medically GF. I ordered the gluten free pumpkin pancakes and a friend ordered the GF pumpkin waffles. The waffles and pancakes were NOT gluten free despite what the waiter said. Either the chef was lazy and didn’t clean- creating a lot of cross contamination, or they gave us the wrong meal despite the clear directions I gave. AND again, they reassured us that everything would be GF with no problem. The diner was also not busy, so there was not an excuse for a slip or mix up in the kitchen. By the time I got home, I had the full blown celiac reaction and I am not looking forward to the long recovery ahead. In addition, with the leftovers we brought home, I tested it on my NIMA gluten sensor. I just thought to make sure things were actually GF like the diner stated. The NIMA sensor flagged both the pancakes and waffles as having gluten. I wish I had remembered to have brought the sensor with me, but totally forgot since I’ve heard all of these wonderful reviews and how safe it is. I’m really disappointed with this restaurant. I would just advise anyone who goes there and is super sensitive to gluten/celiac to proceed with EXTREME caution!

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

— Not at all

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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?

— Poor