Austin's Restaurant & Bar

Ordered off the Gf menu and got the ribs and mash potatoes & added a chopped salad with egg and bacon, ranch dressing. Got extremely sick. This is the second time It happened. Also no Gf bread for the table. There was probably soy in the bbq sauce and many celiacs become just as sensitive to that if not worse. So it was a bad choice on my part. Should have went for the salmon instead.

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?

— Average

Extensive GF menu and knowledgeable staff

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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

My husband has been gluten-free for like 3 weeks and was so happy to find this restaurant, they have a separate 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

Brownie is worth the trip by itself. There are a lot of gluten free options. The service has gone down hill since the pandemic started so it is hit or miss anymore of the order will be right. Also has had some bad food inspections over the last year

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

Ate in restaurant 1x and they had prepared my food separately from other pasta dishes. I ordered takeout and they put two containers around the food to help prevent contamination but put food in same bag

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

I have eaten here multiple times and always had great food and service! Very knowledgeable on gluten free items and precautions. I've never gotten sick there either.

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

We have come here a few times now and everything is delicious. They take gluten allergy’s seriously. Waitress always see’s my menu and asks before I even have to say something which I love! Sandwiches, salads and pastas are really good and my boyfriend loves the ribs! Highly recommend trying if you are ever in the area!

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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

As soon as I mentioned “serious allergy”, our server reassured me that they take it very seriously and she will notify the kitchen to take the proper steps to avoid cross contamination. This immediately put me at ease and I enjoyed their decadent (seriously!) ribs with a loaded baked potato and coleslaw. Everything was delicious and I did not get sick. I can’t wait to go back to try more of their gluten free offerings!

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for lunch
• Offers outdoor seating

Great food. I worked here prior to being diagnosed, but I know that they take allergies very seriously. If you have celiac or a severe allergy/intolerance, be sure to let your server know. Having a gluten free menu does not guarantee that your order will go through allergy protocol, but notifying your server does.

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

They have a separate preparation area

There’s a whole gluten free menu and it’s all amazing! I have been there many times and am always satisfied and happy with the food. I am extremely sensitive and I have never had a problem with the 20+ times I’ve been there! A go to choice for me!

Food itself is great, little bit upscale and a little expensive but well worth it for the quality of the food

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for takeout
• Offers delivery

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac safe. Haven’t ever had a problem.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Got the twister twisted burger with grilled chicken, no bun and no frizzled onions with fries on the side and it was delicious! Enjoyed the flourless brownie sundae as well.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Was there Sunday night and the staff, food was absolutely fabulous! They offer very good selection of drinks, entree’s and of course the brownie was sooo delicious! The portions are huge and had lunch for 2 days with the leftovers. Highly recommended place

Many gluten free options are on the menu, but I almost always get the crab pasta. It’s incredible!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Great gf selection. Separate gf menu. Gf brownie sundae is delicious!

have to get the gluten free brownie.

Was traveling in the area and stopped here due to the other reviews and gf menu. Server was well-informed and attentive. I had a caprese-style appetizer, gf vegetarian pasta (chock full of veggies!), a side of asparagus, and a gf brownie with ice cream. My partner loved his ribs (not sure if they're gf or not). Portions and quality are well worth a little extra. An extremely satisfying experience and a little sad I don't live in the area.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Great food! The GF pasta was AMAZING! Staff was super friendly and knowledge. They have a GF menu. If you are near here go!! Wish we lived closer I would eat here often.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Fabulous! They take gluten-free seriously and the staff is very knowledgeable. "I liked it!" Said my daughter.

Absolutely amazing!

Fantastic gluten free menu that is delicious. Staff are knowledgable. Lots of options you wouldn't expect, like gluten free pasta. They even suggest not to eat anything that goes in their friers because they don't have a segregated frier. Great option!

Wonderful restaurant. Separate GF menu, plenty of options and knowledgeable staff. Beautiful restaurant with nice atmosphere. Food came to our table quickly and was steaming hot. Best of all we came on a Sunday when kids (under 12) eat free! Bonus!

very accommodating, happy to deal with my multiple allergies and tasty. even asked whether they should use a separate pan to cook versus clean of an area of the grill for me.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

My family enjoyed our dinner so much! The food is delicious and the staff is friendly and helpful. We came from Baltimore, and while our original reason for coming to Reading was a disappointment, our meal at Austin's made the trip worth it! I got the gluten free shrimp and pasta sauté, the white chocolate mousse, and the chocolate mousse. All are divine!

great food. a lot of options. never had any issues here.

Good voices including dessert and beer choice