ZEST bar+grille

Great food and drinks! Gluten free menu!

For starters - food taste and service was overall 10/10. I was glad to see they had a specific, separate gluten free menu and did let our server know that I am celiac and would specifically be ordering exclusively from the gluten free menu and that my s/o did not have any allergies. We had the roasted bone marrow for a starter and it was a little concerning that they brought the food out with the bread on a separate plate right in the middle of our other dishes. I quickly realized when looking at our entrees that the halibut was on a large bed of farrow and my s/o confirmed that’s what it was. After finally flagging her down 15+ minutes into entrees coming out and voicing the concern, she took it away and NOTHING else was said about the mistake the rest of our visit - they simply brought out the corrected meal. No check adjustment. No apology. No acknowledgement at all from any staff or manager (even though there was clearly one stationed directly at the restaurant entrance who was also running expo). Nothing at all. Although the food tasted great, I left feeling VERY concerned and ultimately will not be going back due to feeling unsafe eating from that kitchen.

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

— Not at all

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

My experience was great! They had a gluten free menu, and most of the options on their regular menu are already gluten free or can easily be substituted. We ordered many appetizers and the waiter made sure to know which appetizers I was eating so the kitchen could make them safely, and to hand them to me first so I could take what I wanted and put it on my plate before the other touched it and contaminated it. For dinner I ordered the short rib, and they substituted the fried mashed potato for regular mashed potatoes. Other people ordered the short rib, and my plate looked more full because I had more potatoes than the others so they didn’t skimp out. It’s been a couple days since and no reactions so it was safe and delicious!

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

Nice space, pleasant servers, & great flavors. They do have a GF Menu, which is pretty extensive and of course helpful when dinning there. From a safe perspective, I have mixed reviews. The chickpea app tested positive for gluten with my Nima sensor - the capsule indicated more than a light cross contamination. My main entree, the veggie bowl, tested GF and it was very good. The Pinot Grigio was very good too. This is one of those places that because of the ambiance and flavors I’d visit again, but I would always test my food for gluten.

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

— Somewhat

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

I ate here a month ago. It was very good, but I didn't even get out of the restaurant before I had a reaction. I think the GF menu is made for the people who don't actually have to avoid gluten (celiac, intolerant, etc.). It may have been my fault for not repeating that I had celiac multiple times and asking the waitress about everything, which I tried to do. I would not recommend eating here if you are worried about cc. The actual vibe of the restaurant is great, so I'll return for drinks.

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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?

— Poor

Other Characteristics

• Offers outdoor seating

Very knowledgeable about GF and careful with cross contamination. I eat here about once per month and am never disappointed. The food and service are excellent.

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Large Gluten free menu with items in parentheses that contain gluten and can be swapped out for gluten free items. Staff very knowledgeable. Have dined here twice without issue and it is great to have so many choices.

Celiac friendly?

Yes