Avenue Deli

3 recent ratings
$ • Deli, Sandwiches
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Popular gluten-free menu items: Bread/Buns, Sandwiches, Reuben Sandwiches
Safety Rating
3 ratings

As rated by the community

1806 Massachusetts Ave
Lexington, MA 02420

Most Recent Reviews


Symptomatic Celiac
1 week ago

Really good. Had a Reuben, notified staff of my celiac, and I saw them cleaning a prep area to make my sandwich and item was marked on the wrapper as GF. I asked what items I could have, and they said it’s only the bread that would have gluten. I think there probably are some items on the menu that have gluten so just be cautious when ordering to ensure you’re not picking something that would obviously have gluten. Meat is boars head which is largely GF anyway, though.

Would go again.

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GF Menu Items
  • — Reuben Sandwiches, Bread/Buns, Sandwiches
Celiac
1 month ago

Great GF sandwiches! When you order in-person they ask if it’s an allergy - and there’s a field to indicate on the online order form. Big selection of deli sandwiches. Their GF bread is yummy - they serve it pressed / toasted and do that safely for GF.

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GF Menu Items
  • — Bread/Buns, Sandwiches
Safety
  • — No dedicated fryer
Symptomatic Celiac
2 years ago

Great sandwich shop with wonderful GF sandwich options. They seem to get it and will carefully prepare your sandwich safely. I’ve eaten many times and never got sick. Takeout recommended.

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Variety
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Safety
  • — Knowledgeable staff
  • — Food flagged
  • — Staff accommodates
  • — No dedicated fryer
Other
  • — Takeout
  • — Lunch
  • — Good for kids

Important

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.
Information contained in this listing is based on reports by the community. Please verify all information directly with the establishment.

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Celiac
2 years ago

Excellent experience! Great food safely prepared.

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Safety
  • — Knowledgeable staff
  • — Food flagged
  • — Staff accommodates
  • — No dedicated fryer
Other
  • — Lunch
Symptomatic Celiac
3 years ago

I have visited here many times and every time they handled my food very carefully. I highly recommend their gluten free BLT.

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Taste
Variety
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
6 years ago

Amazing Deli and great service. When you order GF bread they ask if it’s a preference or allergy. He made sure to wipe down the area and change gloves before making my sandwich. Will be back for sure!

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Celiac
6 years ago

Knowledgable staff. They have gluten free bread which they will “toast” in a cleaned panini machine. After explaining cleaning the machine wasn’t safe enough, the staff offered to wrap bread in tinfoil first. Sandwich was delicious!

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Celiac
6 years ago

The staff was extremely friendly and educated on GF allergies. The deli was clean and service was quick. I had THE BEST roast beef sandwich there today! The GF bread they use is delicious. I highly recommended this place. I’ll definitely be going back real soon.

Safety
6 years ago

Staff is very nice and the gluten free bread they use is amazing! Not sure what brand it is but you can actually feel like a normal person with taste buds here. Definitely going back.

Celiac
7 years ago

Well, after reading the reviews, I was really psyched to eat here. I ordered a sandwich, the guy changed his gloves, then I was told:

"It will take a minute, he has to toast the bread first."

I asked, "Oh, you have a dedicated toaster?"

They said no, but that he would "wipe it off first."

Uh, what?? I asked if he could just not toast the bread, and they said no, but he would wipe off the toaster.

I got my money refunded and left. 0/10 would not recommend.

Celiac
7 years ago

They cleaned their knifes and prep area before making my sandwich! Very nice and quick service. The sandwich was incredibly delicious!!

Celiac
8 years ago

The other reviews stating that the sandwiches are loaded with meat and cheese are correct -- the sandwiches are wonderful and filling!

We stopped while traveling through the area and appreciated the great GF food and good service.

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Celiac
8 years ago

Their gluten free oatmeal bread is excellent and they aren't shy about loading up their sandwiches. Great GF find!

Celiac
9 years ago

Good food, good prices, friendly people. And they are on board with GF! Don't hesitate.

9 years ago

Great Gf bread, amazing food, good service & selection

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Celiac
9 years ago

Hands down one of the best sandwiches I have had. And I have been a Celiac or 11 years. Nice job!!

Celiac
9 years ago

Good sandwhiches

10 years ago

The bread is usually very good and it's so nice to have a 'normal' sandwich sometimes. The staff is really what makes it though. They always remember me when I go in which is so nice.

Celiac
11 years ago

Gluten free breads for sandwiches with Boars Head meat and cheese. Bread can be dry but still nice having the option.

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