Amate 38

10 ratings
$$ • Restaurant
Reported NOT to have a gluten-free menu, but gluten-free options are available
Reported GF menu options: Dessert
Safety Rating
9 ratings

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Calle 38 Norte entre, 5 Av. Nte. y, Gonzalo Guerrero, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico
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Celiac

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Extremely positive experiences here. The staff, particularly the manager, are very familiar with gluten-free and celiac cross contamination protocols. I brought my card, which they reviewed, but seemed to be familiar with all of it. They also are able to cook things separately and also in separate oil to avoid cross contamination. Felt very safe eating here, plenty of options, delicious 100% corn tortillas, and plenty of options for vegetarians/vegans. I loved the empanadas and the vegan papdzules in particular, and the hibiscus tea! They offer you tostadas as alternative to chips, which are cross contaminated, but I found the tostadas quite stale, so asked for fresh corn tortillas instead to eat with the free salsas.

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer
  • Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
  • Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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 dairy-free
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good vegan options
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 1 month ago read full review

Celiac

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Fantastic food and fantastic service at Amate 38. The setting is beautiful, leafy jungle vibe by a small river. The vegan pimitos were lovely, also the shrimp main, the pork pibil and the Papadzules. There are only two dishes that aren't gluten free, and the nacho chips arent either. But they bring you fresh corn tortillas as a replacement to go with the fantastic guacamole and other dips. My partner is coeliac and we've been here multiple times. The mezcal menu and mezcalita is fab!

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

Updated 2 months ago read full review

Celiac

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AMAZING pork tacos - I will be back for those. Manager had a great knowledge of gluten free, let me know to avoid the chips because there is no dedicated fryer. Toasted me up some tortillas instead. Most things can be made gluten free, lots of tasty options! 100% would recommend and will return.

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

Updated 3 months 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

  • Dessert

Categories

  • Allergy Friendly
  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Dinner
  • Kid Friendly
  • Late Night
  • Lunch
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restaurant
  • Takeout
  • Vegan Friendly

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Vegan papadzules
Salsas
Vegan polcanes
Vegan pimitos
Empanadas
Gluten-Free at Amate 38
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Wheat Allergy

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Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 3 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Review


I got the pork tacos. Didnt get sick. Ti His place is absolutely beautiful. It's got a creek with coy fish!

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

Updated 3 months ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Amazing experience! I ate beef tacos, it was delicious and didn’t even get sick

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 3 months ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Super restaurant !! Beaucoup d’options sans gluten !! Ça n’est pas écrit sur le menu mais dans tous les plats les tortillas peuvent être remplacées par des tortillas de mais (et seulement de mais donc sans gluten). L’ensemble du personnel est au courant du sans gluten et des possibilités de contaminations croisées. Les tortillas de maïs sont faites à part justement pour éviter cela. Ils sont aux petits soins et savent répondre à toutes questions. Je me suis sentie en sécurité :) c’était très très bon et pas cher !! Excellentes spécialités mexicaines !!! A ne pas manquer ! Dernier + : meilleur restaurant mexicain aussi pour mon copain qui ne mange pas sans gluten ! On s’est donc régalé tous les deux ! Merciiii à eux <3 !!

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

Updated 6 months ago read full review

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One of the best restaurants in Playa, hands down. Everything was superb. Lots of vegetable and protein options to choose from. Will be returning. I'm gluten sensitive but not celiac so I can't comment on safety.

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

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Great spot, waitress was very helpful in identifying safe dishes. She quickly understood when I asked about the fryer sharing with gluten items (not dedicated) and then arranged to have corn chips fried in a pan. Many of their dishes are gluten free, some with slight modifications.

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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 breakfast/brunch
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


had a great omelette for breakfast. Tortillas are also glutenfree

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

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