Bartaco

7 ratings
$$ • Mexican Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Dessert, Tacos, Tortillas
Safety Rating
7 ratings

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645 Wharf St SW Suite 835
Washington, DC 20024
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Celiac

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My 4 year old daughter is the family member who has Celiac and she has never had an issue eating here. The food is really good. It’s easy to accommodate a child with Celiac. She gets a chicken taco with cheese, watermelon skewer, and salsa/guacamole trio. We dine her regularly and they are very aware of gluten allergies (among others). I would highly suggest this restaurant and recommend putting your party on the waitlist!

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • 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
  • Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for lunch
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
  • Reservations recommended
Updated 5 days ago read full review

Celiac

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We ate here to accommodate my celiac son. Had a nice assortment of tacos after being reassured by the server about their GF measures. He said 95% of the menu is naturally GF and nothing with gluten goes into the one fryer they have. Some of the dishes were quite spicy for us but the fresh lemonade soothed that beautifully!

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 3 weeks ago read full review

Celiac

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Have safely eaten here several times and am a symptomatic celiac. You order through an app and can mark any allergies there. I get the chips and guacamole and pork belly bowl. There is also a list online that shows which foods are safe for different allergies. My mom is celiac and allergic to soy and was able to safely eat here as well.

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 9 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

  • Reported to have a dedicated fryer
  • Dessert
  • Gluten-Free Menu
  • Tacos
  • Tortillas

Categories

  • Allergy Friendly
  • Dinner
  • Healthy
  • Kid Friendly
  • Late Night
  • Lunch
  • Mexican
  • Online Ordering
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restaurant
  • Takeout
  • Vegetarian Friendly

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Celiac

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Celiac safe, great food! Only gluten is kid’s quesadilla and dessert which we were told are are made in separate area. Manager went in back to scoop coconut gelato from fresh container w clean scoop so our celiac daughter would stay safe.

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 9 months ago read full review

Wheat Allergy

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Our waitress said that everything on the menu is gluten-free except for the kids menu. We ordered the guacamole for an appetizer and tacos for the main course (glazed pork belly, and sesame rib eye). Wait staff is very knowledgeable and ask about allergies etc. This was one of the most flavorful dining experiences in recent memory. Can’t wait to 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
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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 9 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Great experience! Customizable menu, with great attention to cross contamination and allergies. Attentive waitstaff who are very knowledgeable and helpful. I got the secret taco (always ask to find out what it is!), a chicken taco and a duck taco, plus elote - everything was delicious, and they were very honest about what could and could not be substituted and how things were cooked. No reaction.

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 10 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Lots of options here and excellent tasting food. We felt very safe. Only noon gf options are falafel taco and desserts we were told. Portions are meant to be small, so if hungry, don't skimp on the tacos. They are mini corn tortillas.

I got the pork belly rice bowl and my daughter got two tacos. We asked about the street corn and they gave us a basket for free to try. Very kind staff.

You order through an app, which was a bit frustrating to use, but they're was an allergen let to check off, plus an area for comments.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Reviews of this Chain

Symptomatic Celiac

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The food here is SOOO GOOD. As others have said almost the entire menu is celiac safe gluten free!!! They are able to also accommodate dairy and soy allergies. It’s always very loud in there though with the music so I’ll sometimes opt for takeout, that’s my only complaint.

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer

Quality & Quantity


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

Gluten Intolerant

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I had SUCH an amazing time here with my friend. I tried practically all of the tacos, split a pitcher of sangria with her, had the coconut gelato for dessert which was absolutely delicious. I am looking forward to going back. :)

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

Symptomatic Celiac

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Review


Not safe for celiacs! I ate here all the time until I started getting very sick! Not sure if their protocol has changed but I do not recommend if you are very sensitive to gluten.

Safety


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

— Not at all

Quality & Quantity


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

Symptomatic Celiac

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I eat here on a regular basis. Most of the menu is gluten free, I believe it’s just the desserts and flour tortillas which aren’t. My favorite taco is the Baja fish it’s delicious! However I’ve eaten all the fish/veggie ones and they are all good!

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

Gluten Intolerant

Overall Rating

Review


Waiter was very specific and clear on what were good options for me. Food was great, no reaction.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

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

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