3 Tequilas Mexican Restaurant

Servers are clueless. They have kids nachos marked gluten free but the regular ones aren't...they said they're menu is wrong, which means the marked GF food isn't GF. Server is rude. I just wanted to feed my kid.

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much

Many GF options indicated on the menu. Food was delicious. I had the chicken and spinach enchiladas. My daughter had the kids quesadilla made with a corn tortilla. My husband had the mixed fajitas, also with corn tortillas. All delicious!

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

— Somewhat

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?

— Good

The food was really good and they had gf options to choose from.

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

— Somewhat

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

Ate lunch. Delicious chicken fajitas with corn tortillas.

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Please don’t bring your family if you’re allergic/celiac. If I describe my experience in three words, it’s “Bait And Switch.” First, I called and asked if they can accommodate food allergies. 3 Tequilas happily said yes, and told me all the precautions they take without prompting.

Their menu has GF items marked. The cover says, “We are always thinking about you and want to give you the best service. Please let us know if you have food allergies.” That night, I felt confident bringing my family in for dinner.

Right away our server brought out chips and salsa. I quickly alerted her we have allergies, asking her if the chips are gluten free AND if they’re made in a shared fryer. She answered yes, they’re gluten free, and no, they’re not made in a shared fryer.

A few minutes later, a man came to the table to discuss our food allergies. I believe he was either a manager or a chef? He never introduced himself. He seemed unsure of what would be gluten free, and suggested we get the “skinny salad”… When I told him an allergy wasn’t a weight loss diet, he seemed surprised. Extra concerning is that the “skinny salad” is NOT marked as GF on their menu.

Soon after, our server and the man came back to the table together. The man swept up the chip basket, declaring they weren’t safe because they’re made in a shared fryer. We had already eaten some. We expressed our shock, reminding them that I had ALREADY ASKED if the chips were safe. The server shrugged and said, “it was only a little bit of gluten.”

That was the last straw. We picked up our things and walked out. We are still suffering from cross contamination today. Will never go back.

I hope this review helps others not be tricked and made ill like we were.

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main 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

The menu has several selections marked GF an don’t need modification. They also have vegan cheese!! Chips are corn (not sure about the fryer). The flavors were nice for the entrees. I thought the rice a bit bland. Neither of us got sick with our gf and gf/df issues. Regular Kraft Mac & Cheese for kids, my daughter was happy. Looking around at other tables, the alcohol drinks were huge. They also can make fresh guacamole at the table. The restaurant is spacious and easily accommodates large groups. We were also told $1 Tacos on Tuesday (we came on a Monday). One of the few OBX places open on January 2.

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

— Somewhat

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?

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good vegan options
• Good vegetarian options
• Good with other allergies

Not sure about this place for Celiac people. I asked the waiter if the chips were gluten free and he said no, although previous reviews said they were. Some of the menu items marked GF make sense and others do not. I played it safe and ordered the fajitas with corn tortillas but chose to not eat the rice or beans that came on the side. So far not feeling sick but if you are severe Celiac I would not trust.

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

— Not 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?

— Not Much

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

— Good

Just tried this restaurant based on the previous rating. It was outstanding!! Wait staff was very knowledgeable and accommodating. Definitely try this restaurant when you’re in the OBX!

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

First time having Mexican food since my diagnosis. Chips and salsa gluten free and that had a ton of gluten free options and tools all the precautions. Spoke to the host whose husband was the chef so she spoke to him personally

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