Blu Olive Mediterranean Bistro

7 recent ratings
$$ • Mediterranean Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Calamari
Safety Rating
6 ratings

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240 NW Lost Springs Terrace
Portland, OR 97229
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Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

Updated 1 week ago read full review

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Food was fantastic, they were able to help me navigate the menu to avoid gluten and my soy and dairy allergies as well. Service was friendly and helpful.

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 2 months ago read full review

Celiac

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I let the server know I was celiac and she made sure to let the kitchen know. The items are marked as GF on the menu and if a dish is served with pita they substitute it with cucumber, tomatoes, carrots, and celery. I even got roasted tomatoes with my chicken kabobs, rice, and salad instead of pita.

The service was amazing and in general I think this place was superb. I feel like I've found a new place I can safely eat at, and nothing is better than that.

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

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 for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good with other allergies
Updated 2 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
  • Calamari
  • Gluten-Free Menu

Categories

  • Allergy Friendly
  • Dinner
  • Healthy
  • Lunch
  • Mediterranean
  • Online Ordering
  • Restaurant
  • Takeout

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Celiac

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Fryer is GF so calamari was delicious. Grilled shrimp really good too, service top notch.

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?

— Most/All

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

— Good

Updated 1 year ago read full review

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The server told me the owner is celiac so they are careful and understand the need for care. I ordered the calamari (YES, it’s GF!) and garlic shrimp. My friend is not GF but has a dairy allergy. They did get it mixed up and thought she was also GF and brought her a plate of veggies but quickly grabbed pita for her when we straightened out the confusion.

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?

— Good

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Amazing options! Friendly and knowledgeable staff. I will definitely be back.

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?

— Some

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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I have eaten take out three times from Blu Olive. I have ordered from the Gluten-free menu each time. Each time, my body reacted in the way it does when I have been exposed to gluten.

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?

— Poor

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Such good food. I have been multiple times and staff are very careful. This is a great place to go!

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
  • 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 kids
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Spendy but great menu and always have to get their delicious calamari. I'm sensitive and let staff know about my allergy, and I've never have never had a problem. Before COVID, it usually busy but enjoyed the atmosphere eating in. Staff are very nice too.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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 takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

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I decided to try this place because of the great reviews. I got takeout for my husband and I (they are open during COVID) and it was delicious! Their takeout menu is clearly marked with GF options and the majority of their items are safe. I was concerned about ordering online because I can’t convey the severity of cross contamination but I did put in the comments that I was ‘highly allergic’ to gluten (easier than trying to explain Celiac’s to them) and it seemed to do the trick, I didn’t have a reaction at all and I’m very sensitive. I will definitely be ordering from them again!

I’m a vegetarian so I had the Vegan Plate. It wasn’t as much food as my husband got (chicken gyro) but it was still very good. We haven’t had Greek food in a long time because most restaurants are not safe for me. It’s not a traditional Greek as I’d like, but my husband and I both enjoyed our food very much.

The establishment is really cute and in a nice area.

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?

— Most/All

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

— Good

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good vegan options
  • Offers online ordering
Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

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I ordered to go for the first time and the food was amazing! The staff was knowledgeable about gluten free items and the kitchen staff is very careful about minimizing the chance of cross contact. The portions were large too. I highly recommend this restaurant.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

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Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Almost everything is gluten free! The pita bread isn’t, but they have a lot of options! I had the chicken souvlaki with saffron rice and Greek salad! Very yummy! And the staff was very kind!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Celiac. Outstanding food! The GF calamari is amazing!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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Was absolutely delicious. Quality and taste. GF options labeled are primarily the kabobs and salads. About three kabob options. Saffron kabob was excellent. Service staff very friendly and patient.

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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Gluten free clearly marked on the menu - but still tell the server because they modify some things to get it GF. Delicious food and great service!

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Amazing!!! With lots of GF options. Highly recommended

Updated 8 years ago read full review

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GF clearly marked on menu. Great selection. Very tasty. Love the lentil soup!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 8 years ago read full review

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