Besito Mexican Restaurant

WOW!!!! I am blown away. I was eating next door at the Cheesecake Factory and did not feel safe there at all. I decided to get takeout instead from Besito because its reviews were so good on this app. They were SO knowledgeable about celiac and cross contamination, and I ordered the chicken street tacos. It was the BEST food I have ever had and will definitely be back again. I also ordered the fried plantain appetizer. They immediately told me that they bake it instead of fry it for people with celiac to avoid contamination in the fryer. I definitely recommend this restaurant for all people, especially for those with celiac who are sensitive to cross contamination.

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
• 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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Good for takeout
• Good vegan options
• Offers outdoor seating

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Push the waitstaff, as some may have a better understanding of gluten allergy than others. Also I was upcharged in a way that was unclear but it was resolved easily. Other than that, I think this is by far the best option for a sit down meal for celiacs in the chestnut hill mall area. The food is pretty good and portions are large enough to share.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Our first time there. Waiter was knowledgable. I had chicken iron skillet tacos with corn tortillas which are really similar to chicken fajitas. It was interesting as the chicken was covered with melted cheese. I also had rice. Food was very good.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I would come here before my celiac diagnosis and am thrilled that I can still go now that I'm GF. Iron skillet tacos are brought out with corn tortillas, GF specific fryer for chips, rice and beans are safe as well. They usually end the meal with complementary churros, but they brought me a fresh fruit desert which was great. Staff was very accommodating...can't say enough good things!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The fish tacos were excellent!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

My husband and I went here for dinner last night. Best meal I've had in awhile! GF options not labeled, but there are lots and the staff is super knowledgeable (our waitress brought over gf chips without us asking because the hostess alerted her and before she told us about what on the menu we could have she asked if we could handle any cross contamination). Oh yeah, and the house margarita is wonderful. Definitely coming back here!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

They have a dedicated fryer for gluten free chips. GF items are not marked on the menu, but many of them are GF (or can be made so with some alterations). Be sure to check with your server.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Very knowledge of both the allergy and the risk of cross contamination. Felt safe and the food was delicious

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

Amazing service and delicious food and drinks! They’re very accommodating with gluten free and prepare special chips. The servers are very well informed of what can be made safely. The flavors are amazing!

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

— Very

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

So many GF options! Love this place. Their areachara steak with the pomegranate salad, rice, and beans is fire🔥

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

Fabulous! Wait staff very familiar with need for GF- many items already GF but waitress took time to point out how specific dishes could be prepared to eliminate gluten. Great margaritas and GF chips upon request

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?

— Good

Fantastic food and VERY safe for celiac! Waiter was very knowledgeable and offered alternatives! Great food/experience!

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu