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Yalla Mediterranean

10 ratings
$ • Mediterranean Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Falafel
Safety Rating
6 ratings

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55 Crescent Dr
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

Most Recent Reviews


Celiac

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Had great experiences here- ask for them to change their gloves and use new container of hummus that hasn’t been contaminated. Also, keep an eye to make sure sides I choose are away from gluten sides. Eaten here countless times and never gotten sick and am very sensitive to cross-contamination!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

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I was excited about the gf falafel and got a plate with rice, pickled cabbage, potato salad and hummus. I was sick most of the night. Unsure if it was from my Celiacs or just poor hygiene of the restaurant but not recommended.

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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Been here twice without any problems. Most of the menu is gluten free.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 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

  • Allergen List
  • Falafel
  • Gluten-Free Menu

Categories

  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Healthy
  • Mediterranean
  • Restaurant
  • Vegan Friendly

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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The food is delicious, but this place is not celiac friendly. I've eaten here twice and got sick both times. Their food prep area is not separated so all the side dishes are subject to cross contamination. The staff is clueless when it comes to allergies. They do have an allergy menu and the dishes are labeled, but not safe for celiacs.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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(Updated review, no longer celiac friendly) Something for everyone: GF, vegetarians, vegans, and it's yummy. They have allergy menu cards near the front BUT celiacs beware, these are no longer correct. Since they added tabouli and farro to the side dish options, basically all of their sides are cross-contaminated with wheat. I've witnessed staff adding the last bit of an almost-empty and highly cross-contaminated salad into a new one, so it's not safe even if it looks brand new and clean. Now I am limited to salads and fries. I've spoken to a manager twice about this issue, so I think they are just not interested in fixing it. I do love that they still have all-GF fryers, the falafel is great and the fries are amazing with their feta-ranch sauce.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Lots of options, good food but asked and the fries are NOT gluten free.

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Updated 8 years ago read full review

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Most of the menu is gluten free and tastes delicious

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 8 years ago read full review

Reviews of this Chain

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One of my favorites in the area! Delicious food, easy to order, and every single incredient as you make your bowl says if it's gluten free or not. Their website also has great allergy info too. Only wish they had gf pita bread!

Safety


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

— Somewhat

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?

— Excellent

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Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for lunch
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers outdoor seating
Symptomatic Celiac

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Menu items are designated as gluten free, but staff is not careful about avoiding cross contamination.

Celiac friendly?

No

Gluten Intolerant

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Good fresh Mediterranean fast food. Almost all the Plates are GF and many DF and/or VG. Staff seemed somewhat aware, but dis not pass GF specification down the line. When meal brought to my table, it also included a Pita, fortunately in a paper wrapper on the side rather than on or under my food. Should be OK if not celiac or highly sensitive, but a ways to go to be called Celiac Friendly.

Celiac friendly?

No

Celiac

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Good options, ask them to be careful with contamination and they are better about it. The grilled veggies are technically not celiac friendly because they also grill the pita bread on the same spot but the grilled meats are on a different grill. Something in the lentils bothers my stomach so I stay away from them.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

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