Review of Blacksmith

I usually assume that restaurants with vegan/vegetarian options flagged on the menu are less likely to have GF options (because they can only focus on so many things), Blacksmith proved me wrong. The server had a cheat sheet for the day's menu options that were already GF, and she was ready with more detailed answers re: what ingredients were in sauces, etc. I'm not Celiac so I can't speak to that level of cross-contamination that might be in the kitchen, but they clearly get enough GF customers in that they're prepared for them.

We had asked for the bread to come out on a separate plate from the cheese board; it came on the board itself. There were enough other allergens for me personally on the board (which I didn't mention at the time of ordering) that I passed on it entirely and let the rest of the table have it, but the server was so accommodating that I'm sure if we'd raised a fuss about it, they'd have made a new one.

Everything was delicious and I was glad to hear they had a flourless dessert option, although I didn't partake.

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

— Somewhat

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