Boda

10 recent ratings
$$ • Thai Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
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10 ratings

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671 Congress St
Portland, ME 04101
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Gf options marked. Lovely food

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 3 weeks ago read full review

Celiac

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Food was great, bartender cool, but the host was rude.

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?

— Excellent

Updated 1 month ago read full review

Celiac

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I’ve been here twice and really enjoyed it! They have lots of GF options but I’d let your server know anyway if you have celiac so they know to be safe!

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

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
  • Asian
  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Dinner
  • Healthy
  • Lunch
  • Restaurant
  • Takeout
  • Tapas
  • Thai
  • Vegan Friendly

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Celiac

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I’ve eaten here twice while visiting and have had no issues. I had the chicken pad Thai both times. Delicious!

Safety


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

— Somewhat

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 5 months ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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I got the pork belly skewers, sticky rice, and the red curry with chicken. Super yummy! They use GF soy sauce and the menu is marked.

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?

— Excellent

Updated 6 months ago read full review

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I have eaten here a few times now and have had no issues. I always get the red curry jay, but have also had some items off the grill bar menu and the thai tea cheesecake without issue!! I don’t believe any of the fried items are safe. Very small and busy place so I typically go for take out but the atmosphere is nice as well.

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Updated 7 months ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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Great food. Menu is very well marked. Server was super friendly and knowledgeable. Bonus for any dairy free friends, they only use coconut milk!

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 dairy-free
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for lunch
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Good with other allergies
  • Reservations recommended
Updated 12 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Delicious and safe. They helped me feel confident by being confident with no hesitation in what was safe!

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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

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Food was delicious, but I had a terrible reaction. Was so excited about this place after the great reviews and seeing they had gluten free beer on the menu. The waiter assured me everything I was ordering was gluten free, but I had a serious reaction that has lasted a week now. Sadly will not be going back.

Safety


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

— Not 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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The bar manager has celiac, so the whole restaurant is very conscious. The waiter explained the measures that they took to avoid cross contamination. I felt very safe and didn't have any reactions. We had several of the skewers, the Pad Thai, and the beef panang. Everything was delicious, would not hesitate to go back. Definitely expect a wait.

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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Very nice place. Wait staff knowledgeable. I had seafood fried rice and pork belly skewers. Yummy cheesecake for dessert.

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 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Good with other allergies
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Absolutely excellent! I ordered the beef, shrimp, and bacon-wrapped scallops skewers. The sticky rice ball and quail eggs as appetizers. We got a beef entree and pudding as dessert. Best restaurant I ate at in Portland. Cocktails are amazing.

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 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Boda is one of my favorite casual restaurants in Portland. Much of the menu can be made GF and everything is super flavorful - I loved the panang and fried rice. Been here several times with no issues and I am a sensitive celiac!

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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for takeout
  • Offers delivery
  • Offers online ordering
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Excellent food for a quite reasonable price. The Brussels sprouts were the best that I have ever had. Will definitely go back when in town. No celiac response.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Super friendly staff and the food was to die for

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Amazing gourmet Thai and totally safe for sensitive celiac have eaten here many times. Menu marked clearly with options

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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I got glutened here - such a shame because the Pad Thai was delicious. The server assured me it was “celiac safe” but clearly not. Would not recommend.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Knowledgeable servers and AMAZING food! After letting my server know I was celiac, she let me know not to order the Brussels sprouts as they’re flash fried in oil where gluten stuff is also fried. Food was amazing and totally safe, I didn’t get sick after eating. Definitely get the pad Thai.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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GF marked menu, knowledgeable staff. One of the best meals I have had in portland, and that says a lot. #foodieTown

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Delicious food! Marked GF items. Knowledgeable staff and they can make the quail eggs with tamari sauce! I've never felt bad after eating here. Go for the Sunday night late night half off menu but get there early or right at 9! They don't take reservations.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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I crave Boda's Pad Thai all the time! This place is amazing, great service and a solid number of GF options. Ask about prep methods as there is no separate fryer, but the staff is knowledgable and helpful. Seriously though, get the Pad Thai. I am celiac and never had issues with it (or Boda)!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Gluten Sensitive

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Food is amazing. Staff treated allergy well- have been twice and had no issues. Highly recommend!

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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Many gluten free options but not always clean of gluten. Love there food but the wait staff can be a bit dismissive around gf requests. Stating if it says gf it is.

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Fabulous & delicious! We got several small tapas-style plates. The menu has GF items VERY clearly marked (in red!).

Updated 8 years ago read full review

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Heavenly!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 9 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Gf menu. Waitstaff helpful. Busy place. Delicious.

Updated 9 years ago read full review

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This place is the best! Love that gluten free is marked on the menu! Knowledgable staff, great atmosphere.

Updated 10 years ago read full review

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My favorite restaurant! Everything is fantastic and so many GF options!

Updated 11 years ago read full review

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Awesome atmosphere, food, and very knowledgeable staff.

Updated 11 years ago read full review

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