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Abuelo's

7 ratings
$$ • Mexican Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Safety Rating
2 ratings

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8255 Georgia St
Merrillville, IN 46410

Most Recent Reviews


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While they do not guarantee a gluten free environment, they do have a gluten-free menu and will serve baked (bland but I am grateful for them) tortilla chips in place of fried.

I do well here despite being highly sensitive.

If they had more GF salsa and if they had better tasting GF chips I would give 5 stars.

Last week, I ordered carry-out from here, and the soft corn tortillas were handmade and AMAZING! 4.5 stars for me now!

Updated 4 years ago read full review

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Hostess brought my son his own basket of chips and identified the gluten free salsa to us without being asked. Waiter was friendly and helpful, helping us choose items on the gluten free menu that would work in the kids meal. Everything was delicious!

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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So excited to find Mexican in nwi that offers a gf menu. The tacos with cilantro lime rice were really good. Chips and salsa were a bit disappointing. They baked their homemade chips and salsa verde is the only gf option. But the guava was really good. I'll def be going back.

Updated 6 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

  • Gluten-Free Menu

Categories

  • Mexican
  • Online Ordering
  • Restaurant
  • Takeout

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 8 years ago read full review

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I truly enjoyed eating here. They even made me a batch of chips under their broiler so I could enjoy some of their salsa with chips.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 9 years ago read full review

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I am extremely gluten sensitive. This has become one of our favorite date spots. The food is delicious and the staff is very knowledgable about cross contamination. Elizabeth and Steve are the servers that we always have and we have never left disappointed. More importantly, I have never left feeling ill. Excellent food, excellent service and its more than worth your time and money.

Updated 11 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Although the menu has a disclaimer that indicates the kitchen does not have a dedicated prep space, the staff take precautions to ensure there is no cross contamination. My wife is extremely sensitive and we nearly left after finding out there was a possibility of cross contamination. The staff, especially GM Carissa, were wonderful about ensuring our meal was safe. Excellent food, fantastic price and an extremely attentive staff. We will definitely stop back when we have a chance. John Fort Wayne, IN

Updated 11 years ago read full review

Reviews of this Chain

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There is a separate gluten sensitive corner on the menu with enough choices. And I couldn’t choose and the chef made a surprise dinner for me. Super tasteful and super nice. 10/10. Can I move this restaurant to the Netherlands? ;-)

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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

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I got the shrimp fajita salad without cheese. It was excellent. Will be returning.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
Celiac

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My husband and I eat here regularly. They have a gluten sensitive menu. There is no dedicated fryer, but they will bring you baked chips. Only one of the salasas (green) is gluten free. Portions are huge and we always have left overs. Staff is always nice.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Quality & Quantity


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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good vegetarian options
Gluten Intolerant

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The other reviews are incorrect- you ask for gluten free chips. They have a gluten free section of the menu with about eight items.

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Overall Rating

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This place has a limited gluten “sensitive” list on their menu. Mexican food tends to be naturally gluten free, so I was surprised it was such a small list. But, it was tasty. Chips probably are CC, we didn’t ask (husband with celiac didn’t eat them).

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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?

— Average

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