XOchimilco Mexican Restaurant

Incredibly safe and delish. Almost entire menu is GF (except for Mole and flour quesadillas).

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

Loved this place and did not get sick! I am a sensitive celiac.

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

Delicious and safe. Not spicy, so ask for more if you want. Excellent scallops!

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

This is my favorite restaurant in Chicago! I have celiac’s and my girlfriend has lactose intolerance and they are very attentive and accommodating for our sensitivities. I have been to this restaurant probably 15 times without any symptoms and I’ve tried lots of menu items. I would recommend the fajitas, tacos, or enchiladas with the roasted tomatillo sauce (mole cannot be made gluten free). The servers are very knowledgeable and kind. I would 1000% recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for Mexican cuisine

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

Hands down one of the best meals I have ever had, pre and post celiac diagnosis. The food is life changing. The owner and all of the staff are amazing and incredibly knowledgeable about cross contact, they go above and beyond to ensure safety. The majority of the menu is gluten free outside of a few items. They can also accommodate dairy free and peanut free. They have a dedicated fryer, and can clean their prep space, utensils etc. and use dedicated cookware to prepare your meal to avoid any cross contact with gluten. I tried the chips and salsa, guacamole, ceviche, steak, sopes, shrimp tacos, chicken fajitas with house made corn tortillas, lamb and flan. Everything was AMAZING. This place is a true hidden gem of Chicago.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• 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

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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 Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for takeout
• Good with other allergies
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering

Almost everything can be made gluten free (and dairy free). They take a ton of precautions when preparing the food and are extremely knowledgeable. Food is absolutely delicious and they have quite a variety of offerings.

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

— Very

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

absolutely incredible experience!!! very celiac safe, staff is very knowledgeable about cross contamination and only 2 menu items cannot be made gf. the food is PHENOMENAL and the service is wonderful as it is a family-owned business with such kind staff. dedicated fryer for gf items (including housemade chips) and take all precautions to keep gf food safe. also byob with homemade marg mixers (gf). HIGHLY recommend!

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

The waiter told us the only two things on the menu that were not gluten free were the mole sauce and the quesadilla. Food tasted great!

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

Staff is very knowledgeable and pointed out everything on the menu that was gluten free. I think all but a handful of items were GF. They are also serious about preventing cross contact. The carne asada tacos are great. Chips are 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

Absolutely amazing, every time we go.

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

This is such a wonderful place. The staff are all very friendly and knowledgeable. When a customer has celiac disease, they alert all of the staff on duty right away, so that extra precautions are taken. Almost all items can be made gluten free, and they have a separate dedicated gluten free fryer. I got the chicken fajitas (big portions!) and my wife got the grilled salmon tacos. We were both very full!

We'll definitely be back!

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

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 Characteristics

• Good for takeout
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering

I’ve eaten here a few times and have absolutely loved the food every time. The chips are safe, and the wait staff are incredibly friendly

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

We had such a great experience here last night! The service was incredible - our server went over all the safety precautions and showed us the few items on the menu that weren't GF. Most of the menu is safe though! And they have a dedicated fryer, so for the first time in ages I got to have the chips and salsa at the table. We shared the taquito for an appetizer and I got the steak tacos for an entree, both were so good! Really looking forward to coming back here.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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 Characteristics

• Good for dinner
• Good with other allergies
• Offers online ordering

If you’re visiting Chicago, this place is a must. The food was amazing, and I felt very safe eating here. Everything but one of the sauces and one of the dishes is gluten free, and they’re careful about keeping everything separate. Every staff member we interacted with was knowledgeable. I got the chicken fajitas and the portions were huge. I highly recommend eating here!

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

I go to this restaurant at least twice a month. The entire menu but about 3 dishes and the mole sauce are gluten free. The owners are extremely conscientious to food allergies. All servers will tell you the few things that are not gf. The physical menus are not marked gf but the online menu is. I have never had a problem here in the year I have been going here. The food is delicious, there isn’t a bad thing there to eat! Highly recommended even amongst non-gf family and friends!

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

— Very

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

Got the flautas! Didn’t get sick. Staff is extremely knowledgeable and will talk everything through with you. It was amazing!

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

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 Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dinner
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers online ordering

So fun to find a safe and tasty “real” Mexican place to eat (vs just tacos or chipotle type place). I have eaten here twice and they were really careful both times. I felt fine afterward and would eat here again!

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

Always friendly and safe to eat. Both brunch and dinner are incredible.

Almost the entire menu is GF.

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

— Very

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

Very nice people and knowledgeable about gluten free options and cross contamination Celiac

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

— Very

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

Safe and excellent, authentic Mexican food. Husband and wife owned and couldn’t be nicer or more accommodating. Delicious everything and they only have a couple things that aren’t gluten free. Even the chips are in dedicated fryer. Salmon, steak, tamales, enchiladas, etc.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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 Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for takeout
• Offers delivery
• Offers outdoor seating

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Aside from the GF part, let me just say this was great food overall and the whole family left happy. You won’t be disappointed.

As others have said, nearly the whole menu was GF and the waiter, after a quick trip back to the kitchen, was able to confirm and would note for the chef that we had an “allergy”.

Our celiac kiddo picked the tacquitos, which were on the appetizer menu but the waiter offered to turn it into an entree with rice and beans. Offer accepted. Plate devoured and no post-meal issues!

I picked the Dobladas Potosinas which were stuffed tortillas topped with two kinds of sauce. Tasty. Underneath it all were perfectly cooked black beans (which I prefer over refried any day).

Our other kiddo devoured his enchiladas so I guess those were ok.

My wife had the chicken tinga tacos and the platter was huge -- she couldn't finish the third taco.

Topping it all off we added a side of plantains which was another great choice. This place might not have any bad choices. Definitely worth checking out.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

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

Absolutely incredible. All but 3 things on the menu are GF, so very little chance of cross contamination. Dedicated fryer, so chips and fried plantains are safe.

Beyond that, the food is crazy delicious. I went with 6 people, and we all got something different. Everything was outstanding. Best carne asada I’ve ever had. Chilean sea bass, ribs, tacos…all delicious. BYOB too!

This is now one of my favorite restaurants!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• 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

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 Characteristics

• Good for takeout
• Offers outdoor seating

Superb food and very knowledgeable staff.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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 Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Good for takeout
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering

Almost everything on the menu is gluten free and the food is delicious! This has become one of our favorite places to dine the last few months and we can’t wait to eat outdoors when the weather gets nice. Dedicated fryer and the chips are good. BYOB but you can buy margarita mix that is really good. I’m also dairy free and they do a great job accommodating that restriction as well. Love the veggie fajitas and the veggie enchiladas with Ranchera sauce. Family members have also enjoyed chicken fajitas and the steak entrees.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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 Characteristics

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

Dedicated chip fryer! We ordered take out and it was ready fast, nicely prepared and the food was delicious! Generous portions! Staff was extremely knowledgeable about gluten free items.

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

Fine, delicious Mexican food safe for those with Celiac Disease! Most on the menu is gluten free, only two items are not gluten free. Fryer is dedicated and so the tortilla chips are gluten free.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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 Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for takeout

Knowledgeable and friendly family owned restaurant. Most of the menu is gluten free. Great for those with celiac. Our new go to for Mexican or Mexican-ish as they call it. Highly recommend.

Celiac friendly?

Yes