Ace Cafe Orlando

We had eaten here when they first opened and it was good but nothing made me need to review the visit. Last night we went here again. This time the experience was very different. First off our server happened to be celiac. Chances of that are limited but it did make a difference. She was very honest about the kitchen set up and what was safe. They do not have a lot in the way of sides that are GF as they do not have a separate fryer. But they can do a nice selection of burgers and sandwiches with a GF bun and either a side salad or vegetables. I was not really feeling a burger so I had the blackened mahi-mahi with the GF bun and a side of vegetables. The bun was not the standard GF. I would love to know where they get them because it was delicious. The bread was so good I wished I ordered a burger because it is the best bun I have every had since my diagnosis.

The food was great, the service was wonderful. While the sides selection may not be the most exciting the bread makes up for it and you can safely eat here if looking for simple meal.

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

When I asked if the chicken taco salad would be gluten free without the shell, the server went back to ask and came back and said yes. Midway through eating I had a hunch that it wasn’t GF. I asked the server, and she replied, yes it is GF. The meat is just in some spices and beer. It was not GF. The manager apologized.

Celiac friendly?

No

Unless you’re having a salad- NOTHING is GF! We had to get up and leave! Don’t recommend it at All!

Celiac friendly?

No

Staff asked questions as they told me they did not have a dedicated fryer. I had the fish tacos in a bowl (tortillas were not GF). Nice, light meal for lunch in a hurry.

Great food, amazing atmosphere, and gluten free fries, tater tots, and buns! Designated fryer! If you love cars or just sports bar vibes you’ll love this place!

Celiac friendly?

Yes