Bandana's Bar-B-Q

Our extended family orders from here all the time, so I really wanted this to work out. Also its pretty tasty, and I like the different styles of sauce. However I keep getting glutened. Last time the staff was very helpful and sounded knowledgeable, but no luck. I am pretty sensitive to cross contaminants so if you're not celiac and not as sensitive you might be able to get away with it.

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

— Not at all

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

We came here for lunchtime when it came time to order I had explained everything to 2 waitresses about my daughter's celiac disease and cross contamination and asked for a plain hotdog in the microwave no bun because they said they use the grill to toast the buns and oil to fry everything. When the food came they gave me a grilled hotdog and when I asked for a new one in the microwave they told me the 1st hotdog was gluten free just dipped in the fryer oil and I had to explain cross contamination again before they gave me a normal hotdog. They were nice about everything but I feel like they did not listen or understand about the food.

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

Enjoyed the food and atmosphere. I ordered the combo platter with chicken and ribs and two gluten free sides. You do need to specify no garlic bread.

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?

— Good

Food was very good!! Staff was helpful and did a great job of communicating the special handling to the kitchen!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

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 dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good with other allergies

Went in thinking this place sounded great and we were told that they have nothing gluten free after covid. Not sure how that completely changes everything but suggest you no longer advertise the menu on your website or better yet get knowledgeable staff so you don’t continue to lose business.

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

We ordered via a delivery service after reading the GF menu online. We were impressed! Such good food, so many GF options. We ordered brisket, turkey, potato salad, bbq baked beans. We ordered the bread on the side as a precaution and they obliged. When we called the location, the person answering the phone was not familiar with GF or precautions, but indicated we could see the options online.

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good with other allergies

There are plenty of gluten free menu options and a nutrition guide on their website. If you notify them of a gluten allergy, the staff changes gloves and makes sure nothing with gluten in it comes in contact with your food.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Our server was very helpful, asking to be sure about GF bbq sauce. The menu is marked with "GF". The foods were basic, tasty and safe.

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Food was excellent, service was great! Unfortunately, I did get sick. Not a horrible reaction, clearly just a little cross-contamination.

My hope is they may be able to make some small changes and avoid this. It’s really as simple as moving the bread out of the kitchen. It’s too easy for bread to be added to the wrong plate, and then removed immediately without realizing the ramifications.

The other problem is using the same gloves, at most BBQ places I have to request that they change their gloves, to prevent handling bread and then meat. Simply moving the bread out to be added by waitstaff eliminates this and lessens the chances of a mistake being made.

I know it seem like a lot of effort to cater to a few people, but the reality is that once you get on our radar as a safe place to eat, you’ll see a lot more of us!

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free

Terrific BBQ here, and all of their meats and sauces are gluten free. Some of the sides are GF too. Our server seemed fairly knowledgeable about GF issues, and seemed genuinely concerned about keeping me safe.

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

— Somewhat

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

Best bbq I have had in a long time. Would definitely go back.

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

— Very

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

I am celiac and eat here every time I am at the lake. I have never had a problem. They are conscientious about cross contamination and really accommodating. They have a gluten free menu and you can order online.

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?

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free