Blanco Cocina + Cantina

19 recent ratings
$$ • Mexican Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
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17 ratings

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6166 N Scottsdale Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85253
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Overall Rating

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Good spot. No GF menu, but most can be made GF. Ask for GF chips!

Servers are knowledgeable. I like their bowls.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 3 weeks ago read full review

Celiac

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OMGOODNESS!! So good! Tons of options! Ask for GF chips. I had Mahi tacos and they were awesome and the rice is yummy with a hint of lemon.

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 3 weeks ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Wonderful and flavourful food. Server was knowledgeable, had options and separate gf tortilla chips with salsa. Just ask!

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 3 weeks 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

  • Gluten-Free Menu

Categories

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

Photos


Hard shell taco's with grilled corn
Hibiscus margarita- delightful!
Two hard shell GF tacos with a side of grilled corn.
Caramel flan, creamy & delicious!
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Overall Rating

Review


I ordered gf tacos (carne asada and mahi) and but we're easily customized to be gf. My daughter got a quesadilla gf/ allergy notation and it came out with cross contaminated fries and flour tortilla. The food runner didn't acknowledge and when we noticed and had to wait for the waitress to come back to ask. Chips have a gluten. Fryer BY REQUEST - regular chips delivered are from a shared fryer.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

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?

— Good

Updated 1 month ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Very accommodating. Brought out separate gf tortilla chips. No gf menu but they will walk you through safe options. Daughter is very sensitive & no issues.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
Updated 1 month ago read full review

Wheat Allergy

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Great Mexican restaurant. Tell any of the staff you are gluten free and they will definitely be helpful. They have a dedicated fryer for gluten free tortilla chips only. Just ask for them! Everything we’ve tried there has been great!

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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
  • Reservations recommended
Updated 1 month ago read full review

Celiac

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Dedicated frier for chips. Chips were very good. Generous portions at a good price. Waiter was very helpful and knowledgeable.

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

Updated 1 month ago read full review

Celiac

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We had a spectacular time here! The food was fabulous, and they even have celiac-friendly chips. The server was super knowledgable and kind. Highly recommend.

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 2 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Very knowledgeable about GF. Lots of options. Menu not marked but server was great

Updated 3 months ago read full review

Overall Rating

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Another great review! Food was so delish. Also they now make ALL their chips GF so you don’t need to even ask for them! Pretty much everything but flour tortillas are GF and it’s soooo good. Great atmosphere too. We had a long wait for our table. Make reservations if possible.

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 3 months ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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The food was outstanding. Menu items are not marked so be sure to let your server know you are gluten free. They are well trained in what is and what is not GF. It’s hard to believe but the corn tortillas are gluten free!! The softest I have ever had. Very good selection of food and almost all (90%) or so can be made gluten free.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 9 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Wide variety of GF options. Request GF chips. Good food

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?

— Good

Updated 11 months ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Had a stellar experience, despite a very busy restaurant!

Waiter was super competent, reassured me well.

They made fresh chips in own pan of oil (shared fryer otherwise) with guacamole, then ordered the taco salad, which they assured me is in own bowls due to other salads having bread crumbs/croutons.

Great time and great drinks too!

Safety


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

— 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

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?

— Good

Updated 12 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Fantastic tacos rice chips and sweet corn all gluten free (chips separate fryer) we loved it. Flavor town!!! Will definitely be back!!!

Safety


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

— Somewhat

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 1 year ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Appreciate how they asked about celiac vs allergy when we orderes food! Server was a pro who took extra precautions, even went and got separate chips and salsa.

Food was overall pretty good, if a touch expensive for what it is. Maybe most of the cost is in drinks though 😬

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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Great restaurant. I told our waitress I was gluten free and she told me she’d bring our a separate gf bowl of tortilla chips. I had chicken fajita’s with their made in house corn soft shells. They were so good. I would definitely go again. It will be our new favorite when we visit.

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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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They had GF chips just like prior posters mentioned. I shared fajitas with my dad and the guacamole dip. I enjoyed my food and didn’t get sick.

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 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Stopped in for lunch yesterday. The server was very knowledgeable and knew exactly what was safe for me... I am GF and also dairy free. Items are not marked, but most anything can be made differently. Our server brought out chips and salsa. They cook batches of corn chips in clean oil every morning for GF people before using fryer for other items. Fryer is cleaned and oil is changed every day. I had the carne asada with corn tortillas. She assured me of their protocols. The manager even came out to tell us he was sorry for the delay, but they were cooking my food completely separate as to avoid contaminants. Toritillas were bagged and warmed in the microwave instead of on a warmer with other items. I was please with the whole experience and was so grateful for how they accommodated me. A must for Celiacs!

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 space in the kitchen
  • Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Quality & Quantity


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


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for keto
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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This is the second time and second location I have been to a Blanco. There were lots of options that are gluten free. Just ask. I got my own gluten free chips from a dedicated fryer and the salsa is gluten free. I had a chicken burrito bowl and it was great. I felt good about the explanation and understanding of our server about the processes to avoid cross contamination. The meal was great and I had no problems or reactions. Would recommend.

Safety


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

— 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

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?

— Good

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Very understanding in regards to Celiacs. Made sure there was no cross contamination. Great service and great food!

Tons of options and great at accommodating for a gluten allergies! Shrimp tacos were incredible.

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 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Loved Blanco Tacos. I indicated in my online reservation that I am celiac. Waitperson made a point of saying the gluten free chips will be right out. Boy, did they get off on the right foot! I had a delicious grain bowl. Everything went smoothly. It was kind of noisy, that was only drawback.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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We saw high reviews so thought we would check it out. Started out strong by bringing us out two tortilla chips (gf and non gf) with a separate salsa for each. But then when we ordered we asked specifically that it be noted that my daughter is celiac and she ordered the gluten free beef tacos off the kids menu. The waiter seemed to understand. I also ordered the fajitas gluten free. When they came out my daughters had French fries on the plate. I asked about them being from a separate fryer and they said they were not so took them back and brought back another. My gf fajitas came with flour tortillas. When I asked if they were corn tortillas they weren’t sure, then asked some other staff before determining they were flour. You definitely need to be careful here and double check everything. Not sure it’s the best spot for celiacs. Food is pretty good but not stellar.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Gluten Sensitive

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Almost 90% of the menu can be made gluten free, although there is not a separate menu. Server brought out GF tortilla chips (made in dedicated fryer). However I still felt like I got some cross contamination, had a minor stomach ache/minor brain fog. Tacos were tasty, ask for spicy stuff on the side and a side of sour cream if you can't handle spicy food.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Mahi tacos were celiac safe. My Nima sensor agreed. The service was excellent and the food was delicious. Am delighted to find another place I am welcome.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Got sick!! Warning: Server was *Completely* Unfamiliar with which items are gluten free & said the chips were gluten free - but they were brought out to us before we'd told them we need to be gluten free. Later, we discovered that there is a separate fryer & you must request them to be gluten free. There is NO Gluten Free MENU...so Why does the listing say there is??

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Server insisted on giving me a separate bowl of chips, NOT fried in the same oil as the breaded shrimp like everyone else’s chips. Dedicated fryer. GF chips are lighter in color than regular chips. She also insisted on giving me my own bowl of salsa so that I did not have to share the salsa which would be contaminated by everyone else’s regular chips. Nice! She made sure I ordered the black beans - the other beans are cooked in beer. I had never thought of that ... I felt looked after & safe.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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We were comfortable from the second we asked the hostess (manager?) for the GF menu. There isn’t one, but she knew exactly which dishes couldn’t be converted to GF because they involved beer. She also made a point to tell us to be sure to tell our waiter so everyone was on board. When our server brought our chips over, we told him we were celiac and he didn’t even put the chips on the table - he told us there’s a separate fryer for GF chips and he’d bring those (we knew about the dedicated fryer from the woman we initially spoke with, so that was awesome and so reassuring that everyone was so knowledgeable.) Food was delicious. Our waiter was Jordan and he said they really take care of people with celiac - gloves, cleaning surfaces, etc. to eliminate cross-contact. Very cool place!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Awesome place..everyone was aware of the gluten free choices. Mason was our server and he was very helpful. The tacos and guacamole are amazing...We went there twice on our vacation...Also they have a dedicated fryer!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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Great service. Very attentive to my dietary needs. No reaction from tacos or chips which are made in a separate fryer.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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*The food and service were exceptional. They answered all my dietary questions, all while being personable and knowledgeable. *I had two hard shell tacos with a side of grilled corn. It was delicious. *My husband(non gf diner) had braised beef rib burrito, he loved it. * We also shared a gf caramel flan. It was creamy and delightful. * Would definitely recommend. * It was celiac safe, no side effects.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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The staff was very knowledgeable of their gluten free offerings. They have a dedicated fryer for their chips and are accommodating to custom orders. The cheese dip is gluten free which is a hard find too.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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AWESOME. GF vegan options for sure. Shelby took Amazing care of us. Thank you. Will be back!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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This place is amazing. Have missed having Mexican food since diagnosis I was super excited to see such great reviews and I wasn't disappointed. Servers are well-educated about cross contamination and know the menu very well. Everything on the menu, eith the exception of two dishes, are gluten free or can be made gluten free. They have a separate fryer for gluten free chips - just as and they'll bring you your won bowl of goodness. I was super excited to learn that even their queso was gf , most places add flour so I consumed with my fingers crossed. I didn't not get sick and sauted a week to post my review just to be sure. The server even informed me that the meal my husband ordered was not gluten free and that I should not sample it. Definitely an amazing place. Cant wait to go back!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Wheat Allergy

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I am not only Gluten free, but also dairy, bean, but, iodine, coffee free.. they did a great job accommodating my food restrictions with variety!! Plus. the food was very good quality and tasted great! I highly recommend trying it, they are worth the wait.. :)

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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The food was amazing and so many gluten free options! The service was outstanding. This is our new date place 😍

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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They had a separate fryer for gluten free chips, and the food was so good!!!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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This was delicious! I had chips that I believe were baked and chicken tacos without the marinade. I didn’t get sick after eating here!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Staff knowledgeable and friendly about celiac. Sometimes they use the devoted GF fryer next door, but don’t have one of their own. Excellent experience.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Most of the menu is GF! The margs use 100% agave tequila and are freaking delicious. Super great spot just ask for them to fry fresh chips for you to avoid any possible cross contamination

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Get the pork carnitas! They were awesome. And don't skip the margherita - great, not sweet like most.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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I can’t say enough good things about Blanco. The server was super knowledgeable. And gracious! The food was amazing. I’d go again and again.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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If you let them know you are a celiac they will go out of their way to ensure you are safe. We love them.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Staff was knowledgeable and helpful! The tacos were delicious! I had to ask for separate gluten free chips for the salsa, which only took 2 minutes and were great! (I assume a separate fryer because they looked the same!) No stomach hurts! Highly recommend the mahi taco!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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The menu has changed, the marinade for the meat now has gluten. The rice now has gluten. Being both gluten and dairy intolerant it was hard to find something that I wanted to eat that was safe

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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We love to get the nachos there.they are in very big portions. It is gluten-free and celiac friendly

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Asymptomatic Celiac

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Accommodating to our child with Celiac. Our child had gluten free quesadilla and the tortilla chips can be made in a separate gluten free fryer. Delicious, fresh food and excellent service.

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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