Another Broken Egg Cafe

CELIACS BEWARE!!!! GLUTEN FRIENDLY NOT GLUTEN FREE!!!! I read the reviews before I went and assumed I would be fine if I communicated my dietary restrictions thoroughly. The waitress said they would make my gluten free pancakes and eggs in a separate pan and I felt safe. I am currently sick in bed with one of the worst reactions I've ever had. I communicated my needs 100% and they didn't have the ability to follow through or someone slipped up. Don't trust it. Don't trust it. Don't trust it. I have now canceled my flight home tomorrow morning due to the severity of my reaction. Trust me on this.

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?

— Not Much/None

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

— Poor

Staff is very knowledgeable about gluten free. Food is excellent. Dedicated gluten free menu

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

Gluten free menu options! Great food and service

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

DO NOT GO HERE IF YOU ARE CELIAC. CROSS CONTAMINATION IS GUARANTEED.

It’s my celiac daughter’s favorite breakfast restaurant in Charleston. She has ordered the pancake breakfast 5-6 times in a span of 18 months and always done well.

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

Not safe for celiac. Had plain pancakes and did not do well afterwards.

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?

— Not Much

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

— Excellent

The waitress was very sweet but not knowledgeable about dietary restrictions. She was very kind to relay our questions to the kitchen, but we shared that we had celiac and opted for a side of fruit (because we could not have bread), and the meal still came topped with an English muffin.

The space was fun but the food was not out of this world. We won’t be visiting again.

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?

— Below Average

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for keto
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good selection of healthy options

I ate at this restaurant 2 to 3 times while staying in Charleston. I never had any problems with the food which was good quality. Based on the feedback I got from servers I believe they take reasonable precautions to serve gluten-free meals, however, I would probably avoid menu items which may run a slightly higher risk of cross-contamination.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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

Excellent food, we had the GF pancakes. Service was a bit slow, but these days it is everywhere. We would definitely return.

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

This is not gluten free at all. It took over an hour to get food, ordered off their gf menu and sure enough, I was so sick a few hours later. Would not recommend anyone with celiac

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?

— Not Much

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

— Below Average

Very knowledgeable staff. Separate GF menu.

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

Our waitress gave me a “gluten-friendly” menu that had tons of options. They have a disclaimer stating they can’t guarantee cross-contamination, but they’re able to prepare GF items separately. I had bourbon street pancakes, grits and bacon that were delicious and I felt completely fine afterwards.

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

The server wasn’t very knowledgeable and didn’t know what celiac was and didn’t understand cross contamination when I asked about it. After further communication they do use different utensils for gf menu items and clean the grill between. I had gf pancakes and wasn’t very exciting. Just ok. I wouldn’t return again. Felt a little funky afterward in the stomach.

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

— Not 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?

— Average

GF options were marked, food was okay. I had the berry pancakes. I didn’t get sick and that’s a win!

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?

— Average

Wow so good!! I got the pancake flight, eggs and ham. The portions are huge, the food was amazing. I asked them to cook my meal in a separate pan to avoid cross contamination and they were very happy to do that. The head cook also prepared my meal since i had celiacs. Amazing!

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

I went here while visiting Charleston. I had the blueberry lemon gluten free pancakes with eggs and chicken sausage. I also topped it off with a gluten free lemon blueberry mimosa. Staff was very friendly and our waitress made us feel very safe about my allergy. Highly recommend!

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch

Best breakfast spot!!!!!!

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

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

Amazing food! The gf speciality pancakes were great! Staff knowledgeable and they have a whole gf menu!

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

Great food and service. Staff great and knowledgeable, Separate GF menu, good selection, have coconut milk for coffee.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

A local friend brought me here for breakfast. I was so surprised when I asked about a GF menu and they handed me a pretty extensive menu which included GF pancakes.

I had bananas foster pancakes that were amazing! The bacon is baked and wonderful.

We had no complaints about the service. The hosts were very friendly and our waitress was wonderful.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Food was good, love that there are a lot of options for GF. The pancakes were good, house made sausage was just ok. The server had very little personality and didn’t smile once. All other servers were very personable, I even asked another one a question and she was super helpful. Food took 30 minutes to come out, seemed like a long time. The manager was also very nice. Even chatting with us after our meal. We’d definitely go back.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

They do have a separate GF menu. Food was ok... Not horrible, but nothing to write home about. Service was awful. The first time they brought my plate out it had regular English muffins on it... Had to ask for them to remake my omelet. The steel cut oats we're good, but also brought out incorrectly. By the time my meal arrived my fiance was nearly finished with his. Didn't get sick... So I guess it's safe in the gluten free department... But was painful getting the food to the table.

Good food, service was not good. Food took forever and it came out cold, and it was not a busy time of the day. I had finished my meal before my mother even got her food.

A lot of great options. I got the regular GF pancakes and added chocolate chips. They were SO good you couldn’t even tell they were GF. No reaction, great service, delicious food

Celiac friendly?

Yes

All they have for GF is pancakes. And it’s $12 for two pancakes. Very disappointed.

The service was less than ideal. They have gluten free options, but the staff did not seem like they understand allergies.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

They are a chain but this one has NO gf biscuits!! Advised not to order gf pancake because criss contam was probable! The waitress was super friendly, gave us lots of tips on Historic District. An hour wait at 11:30. BUSY!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Gf pancakes are delicious! Not sure they are made on a dedicated area in kitchen and server gave me English muffin along with my meal even though I ordered a side of GF pancake so...not sure he knew what he was doing. My omelette was good but definitely had dairy in it based on how I felt afterwards. But I didn't ask about it so not faulting them.

Celiac friendly?

No

No longer at 90 s market place

I've been to ABE several times and love to get their omelettes! I've never had a reaction and I have Celiac. Great food with lots of options 😊

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The pancakes were good and if you ask the manager they will tell the kitchen the clean off the griddle before they cook your food. I had no reaction.

Terrible on many accounts. They still offer gf pancakes, but cooked on their regular griddle. Two of our dishes had to be sent back because they brought toast and potatoes on the plate. The waitress tried to take the toast off the plate in front of us. Very long wait for the food.

I got sick at the hominy last time I was in Charleston, so going here I just asked what was cooking in its own pans. I got the city grits (amazing!!) , gf toast and scrambled eggs. The waitress was helpful, and I didn't get sick.

Not much for celiacs everything has up charge

Celiac friendly?

No

Potatoes are fried In shared fryer- NOT GF. Even tho our waiter tried to argue with me on it- glad I saw this and questioned him. Disappointed in wait staff. Gf bread but No more gluten free pancakes because they didn't sell enough. Omelets are the safest he says because they're in the omelet pan and that's it.

staff tries but 3 out of 4 times I had a reaction.

Celiac friendly?

No

Great gluten free pancakes! I asked the waitress to ensure the kitchen used a clean pan and it was no problem at all. Very accommodating. Pretty much only 1 or 2 choices on the menu.

Best GF pancakes we've ever had!

The hostess and wait staff were extremely knowledgeable about gluten free options. I got an omelet which was delicious and could not have the sides that came with it so they made two small gluten free pancakes (also delicious) and a side of fruit! Wonderful, will definitely be back.

The GF pancake and bacon were delicious. The servers were friendly, well informed about celiac, and careful to avoid cross contamination. My fellow (non-GF) diners were all pleased, too. This location is relatively new (opened in Sept. 2013), and business is really starting to pick up. If you have to wait, it'll be worth it!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Absolutely amazing omlettes, and the gluten-free pancakes are some of the best I've had. The staff will work with your allergy and will even sub mini pancakes and fresh fruit for the typical muffin/fried potatoes.

Food was good, but slightly overpriced IMO. A small glass of OJ cost more than the bacon.. And the GF options were few. However, the pancake that is GF is good; not grainy like some gf flour blends produce.

very accomodating staff understand GF needs. omlettes grits GF and GF pancakes nice atmosphere will go back

Celiac friendly?

Yes

We loved this place, went several times. Their menu is gluten friendly but felt safe eating there after our waitress’ extensive knowledge. Really great sandwiches and breakfast items.

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

— Somewhat

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

Delicious! They're very careful with cross contamination. They even have gluten free syrup

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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

Awful breakfast. Gluten friendly menu but no separate toaster. Overpriced and I barely ate my eggs because they were drenched in butter. Grits were gross and I couldn’t get the bread toasted. My daughter liked the pancakes.

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?

— Some

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

— Below Average

Terrible place, food was mediocre and didn't feel safe. They have a "gluten friendly" menu, whatever that means. Skip this place.

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

— Not at all

Safety Feature Ratings

• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

They have wonderful gluten-free pancakes!

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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent