Bethany Blues BBQ

This place has 5 stars for a reason! Manager was nice and thorough about Gf options and policy in the kitchen. Even though it is not a dedicated gf kitchen, I felt completely confident eating there and the crab cakes and salad were really good!

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

— 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

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

— Excellent

Excellent meal, dedicated fryer for fries. Many choices of gf canned/bottled beer and alcohol drinks. They can accommodate other allergies as well including dairy, nuts, seeds, and several more. Gluten free crab cakes. Ate there twice in 3 days it was so good.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• 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

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for keto
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good with other allergies
• Offers online ordering

This place takes celiac disease very seriously and sends the manager out to your table once you inform the waiter of your gluten allergy. All of the bbq was great and GF (except for 1 type of bbq sauce) and they even have a dedicated GF fryer for French fries. Didn’t try the GF crabcakes but it’s nice to know that they have them!

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

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

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

— Excellent

Excellent!! A safe option while on vacation is always amazing! Felt totally safe ordering even on a busy weekend night. The manager and server were extremely knowledgeable.

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

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

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

— Excellent

Amazing! I have two kids with Celiac and this restaurant is top notch with the way they handle. Manager came out to explain the menu and GF options/Celiac handling of utensils etc. plus food is DELICIOUS!!!!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• 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

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering
• Reservations recommended

Amazing!!!! They send out a manager to talk with you. As a gluten and dairy free individual I could order so much from the menu. They even have gf df crab cakes. I enjoyed the pork butt ends from the appetizers and then ribs. There are a million sides I could have too! They said they have a dedicated fryer for allergies and all of my dishes came out separately and were announced as an allergy. I highly recommend this restaurant. Pro tip: Tney did not take night time reservations during busy tourist season. Get your name on the list and then enjoy local shopping while you wait. They text when the table is ready.

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

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

— Excellent

I love this place! I went for the first time yesterday and oh my gosh the food was so good!! We got there and I ordered an orange crush (I looked up the ingredients myself since I had the time). Top notch drink. When we were seated I told our waiter I had a gluten allergy and he had his manager come and explain what is gluten free on the menu and answer any questions about gluten free. The manager mentioned that they have a dedicated fryer for fries and that literally anything except the breaded items could be made gluten free - even the sandwiches! I ordered the St. Louis ribs with green beans and mashed potatoes. I don’t really like green beans but the seasoning was very good! And the ribs were so tender and flavorful! They have 2 bbq sauces that are labeled gluten free as well. The 3rd contains wheat, which is labeled. Both gluten free bbq sauces were delicious! I don’t like bbq sauce from the store. And the mashed potatoes were to die for! The whole meal was amazing. The service was amazing. The atmosphere was amazing. Would definitely recommend!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

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

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good vegan options

Food was great but the way they handle gluten allergies is amazing. The manager came over and explained everything I could and couldn’t eat.

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

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

— Good

Such a great experience here! The manager explained the entire menu and their safety practices in the kitchen. He was super knowledgeable about cross contamination and made us feel so comfortable. The chips for the nachos are made in a shared fryer, so he suggested subbing in the GF French fries (made in a dedicated GF fryer). It was delicious!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers online ordering
• Reservations recommended

Order was marked as gluten allergy. Wait staff checked with kitchen to ensure it was prepared properly. Food was delicious!

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

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

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

— Excellent

We’ve been coming here for years with my family for vacation!! I started coming here before I was diagnosed with celiac, so I was very excited to learn about the options after my diagnosis. All of the BBQ meats are gluten free, a decent amount of their sides are gluten free as well (fries are in a dedicated fryer). A manager comes out to discuss options with you, they do such an amazing job!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good with other allergies

Great experience! Told our server about having celiac and she immediately had the manager come out and explain everything to us- such as the food items we could have, kitchen changing gloves, etc. They had a lot of gf options to choose from. We really enjoyed the food, felt safe, and did not get sick! Definitely recommend!

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

— 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?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dinner
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout

We loved this place! So many great options for celiacs, and everything was delicious. Plus, the manager comes to the table to explain all the GF options and the measures they take to prevent cross contamination in the kitchen. I had a bbq plate with Carolina pork, which was amazing, and garlic mashed potatoes which were scrumptious, and a yummy cole slaw. They did my sons fries in the GF frier so I could eat some too, and even the fries were delicious. Everyone was happy!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for takeout

When I asked my server that if they could accommodate a celiac person, he immediately got the manager. He pointed out all the gluten free items (most proteins and some sides). He said they have dedicated space to prepare and they would change gloves for my meal to prevent cross contact. I felt very comfortable and my meal was delicious. They have added a “French fry only” fryer too!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• 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

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers online ordering
• Reservations recommended

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

— Very

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

Manager came out to discuss GF options. Dedicated fryer and great fries. Outstanding pulled chicken. One of the BBQ sauces is GF and wonderful. Awesome lunch! Highly recommend!

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

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

— Excellent

They will send the manager over (Rory) to go over the menu and with everything that is gf for you. The wings are hickory smoked then can be baked for you so they are gf. There is a dedicated fryer. The food was delicious and I ate fries like a normal person for the first time in years! Will come back again. They have gf UDI buns so you can get any of the sandwiches too.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

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
• Good for takeout
• Offers online ordering

When we identified our celiac dining member the manager came over and advised what he knows they can prepare safely. They have a dedicated area and fryer so he could have most Menu items including fries. His food was brought out separately and I have to say it is the most comfortable dining experience I have had in a while. If your celiac I appreciate the attention, understanding and precaution Bethany blues took! We will be back!

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

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

— Excellent

Wonderful place to eat! I am celiac and did not get sick! The manager was super helpful …. He came to the table to show me what items are GF, and he assured me that they take all precautions for cross contamination. If you’re in Bethany beach, and you want some good food, go here!!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• 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?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for keto
• Good for lunch

Great food, great experience. Waitress was very knowledgeable about Celiacs. Brought the manager out who gave me a full rundown on which items I could and could not have. He said starting this summer they have a designated frier for fries. They have a separate area for allergies and change gloves. I was able to safely enjoy a brisket sandwich on a GF bun!! Lots of items on the menus to enjoy. Even GF beverages.

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

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

— Excellent

Love, Love Love this place! The menu isn’t marked, but the servers had the manager come by and went through the entire menu. Knew everything I could and couldn’t eat. Even let me know all they do in the kitchen to keep me safe. And the food is great. Most of the items are gluten free and they have a dedicated fryer for French fries! Wait staff is wonderful! Six stars!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• 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?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for keto
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering

VERY impressed by the knowledge and care taken with our food. The online menus don’t mention gluten free, but they have it. Their bbq sauce is gf, their broiled crab cakes are gf and they have gf buns. I’m sure there’s more. We had 3 Caesar salads, 1 with grilled shrimp, which was great, 1 with brisket, also great. I had a crab cake on mine and thought it was horrible- but I’m a crab cake snob lol. My son had a burger and loved it. They even have a gluten free fryer, so the fries were safe! We were also working with dairy, shellfish and nut allergies. They did a GREAT job!

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

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good with other allergies
• Offers online ordering

Food was great! GF bun was tasty. I felt very safe, my waiter was super nice and told me he has celiac too! He assured me that they take allergies very seriously there.

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

— Very

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

Fantastic experience! Amazing food and even better service. The manager even came over to explain all the gluten free options. 10/10 highly recommend.

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

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 takeout
• Good with other allergies
• Offers online ordering

Excellent experience!! The manager came to our table and patiently explained which items on the menu are gluten cree (most of the menu is gluten free and they have Udis buns for sandwiches). They even made the wings gluten free for us. The food is absolutely fresh, delicious, and plentiful. Three members of our party had celiac and not a single reaction. Couldn't recommend more! Just note that the fryer is not gluten free but they will bake or broil items that would normally be friend to accommodate.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

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

— Excellent

Ugh. Went to the Bethany blues in Lewes pre-COVID and had an excellent experience. The Bethany location, not so much. Our server was very uninformed about gluten free, and even went so far to say to me that all gluten free bread is disgusting. Like, really? Keep that to yourself, it’s rude and I told him as much. The food was just ok, but the food runner who brought it out did have gloves on and said he was bringing an “allergy item” out which reassured me that at least the food was safe. Really disappointed in our server and his attitude about gluten free. It’s not like it’s a choice for us.

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

— 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?

— Average

My son has celiac and was able to enjoy the ribs and pulled pork. He also was able to get a side of delicious garlic mashed potatoes and bacon!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

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

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

Our family is gf, df, nf. Delicious chili, ribs, broccoli, and deviled eggs! Staff knowledgeable. Chips are shared fryer. Wish they had an allergy friendly guide.

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout

Delicious food, lots of GF options, and knowledgeable staff

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

— 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?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

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 selection of healthy options

Gluten free crab cakes!!! Need I say more!?

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

— Very

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?

— Good

Did something a tad different this evening, drove up to Bethany Beach Delaware for dinner. Informed our waiter who happened to be the manager my wife was GF and DF intolerant. He immediately informed us of what items were and were not GF. Hands down, the absolute best ribs I have ever eaten, and I have eaten me some ribs. St. Louis style were amaZing. The baby backs were delish! The cornbread was pallet busting delicious and those eggs, those eggs were deviled avocado, topped with crab meat and a splash of sriracha sauce. Garlic smashed taters and four slices of thick cut blue bacon as my sides.

The wait to be seated was projected to be 40 mins and it was exactly 41 till we were seated. They seemed a tad understaffed for a weekend of a huge event in town. We were so blown away by the food and service, the wait did not matter.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The staff was very helpful and the service was good. The manager came over and reviewed gf options. There were quite a few!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The manger came right out to discuss options for my son that has Celiac. He was very knowledgeable about cross contamination as well. Dinner was delicious and my son was a happy camper! Highly recommend!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Called ahead of time to ask questions - after the manager explained what is and isn’t gluten free based on what I was looking at on the menu, he asked if I had any questions and answered them all. I know you can’t guarantee it to be safe, but lots of precautions were made and he understood celiac as an allergy. He came to the table and gave another run through and made sure I felt comfortable. I had the ribs, mashed potatoes, and coleslaw and it was all amazing! I would highly recommend and definitely return. All meat is gf except the sausage which is cooked somewhere else and not in the smoker. The main house bbq sauce is gf. Everybody loved their food!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Food and service was great. Manager came to table to explain GF options. Fun place that is worth a visit.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The staff is knowledgeable and have set protocol in place for celiacs. Lots of choices The manager discusses choice options and overseas the preparation and delivery of the order !!!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Staff is knowledgeable. When you order gluten free they are supposed to have the manager come to your table. He will tell you if your order is good. They use clean gloves and utensils for gluten free items.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Amazing! They have gluten free rolls. The manager came out and gave me a tour of the menu just like all the reviews said :)

Have been eating here for years. The manager always comes over to talk. I feel very comfortable here

Per my previous experience here, the waiter had the manager come to our table and she reviewed my GF options. I decided on a crab cake(delicious) and a cup of the beef vegetable soup that was outstanding.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Staff knowledgeable and tool gluten allergy serious. Manager came out to discuss food options.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Lots of gluten free options here. Most of the meat is fine. Their blue bottle spicy bbq sauce is gluten free. Lots of sides to choose from as well (though not a dedicated fryer so no fries). When you let your server know you have a gluten allergy they notify the manager who always comes by to check in with you and confirm whether everything you ordered is ok. They also notify the chef. Delicious bbq!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes