Gluten-Free Cider at Brasa

Brasa

13 recent ratings
$$ • Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Popular gluten-free menu items: Fries, Gravy, Nachos, Salad, Bread/Buns, Cider
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13 ratings

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777 Grand Ave
St Paul, MN 55105

Most Recent Reviews


Celiac
2 weeks ago

Very good experience here! I called before placing a takeout order to confirm that almost all of their menu is gluten free (except items like the Mac and cheese which I’d have predicted were not gluten free) and had no issues with any of the food.

I was eating family style with others, so I tried both types of beans, rice, plantains, pulled pork, creamed chicken, chips, and yucca frites as well as their green sauce. In related news, I’m now addicted to the green sauce…

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  • — Tortilla Chips, Pulled Pork
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  • — Good for fish-free
Asymptomatic Celiac
2 months ago

My fiancé is able to eat here without fear of having a reaction. I (as a person who can eat gluten freely) can also enjoy everything that they offer and it all is a delicious experience.

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  • — Dedicated fryer
4 months ago

Ate there three times now and no issues. I always order the chicken

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Important

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.
Information contained in this listing is based on reports by the community. Please verify all information directly with the establishment.

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Smothered chicken bowl with salsa Verde, side of crispy yucca
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Dry rub roasted chicken, fried yucca and salad with candied pecans, blue cheese and buttermilk dress
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Symptomatic Celiac
5 months ago

Good food and most of the menu is gluten free! Smothered chicken and yuca fries were both delicious! I felt safe eating here and did not have any issues with cross contamination.

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GF Menu Items
  • — Fries, Salad, Gravy, Nachos
Asymptomatic Celiac
9 months ago

Really enjoyed my artoz con pollo and yuca fries, and my non-GF husband loved his rotisserie chicken!

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GF Menu Items
  • — Fries, Bread/Buns, Dessert, Salad & more
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Safety
  • — Dedicated kitchen space
  • — Staff accommodates
  • — Knowledgeable staff
  • — Dedicated fryer
Other
  • — Good for dairy-free
  • — Dinner
  • — Vegetarian options
  • — Takeout
Symptomatic Celiac
9 months ago

I went with some friends for dinner. The yuca fries were so good 😋 I also got the Smothered Chicken bowl and it was very filling! Majority of the menu is gluten free already and everything fried is gluten free as well

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  • — Dedicated fryer
Celiac
9 months ago

These guys catered my wedding! Everything is gf except for the cornbread and mac&cheese. I’ve eaten here an uncountable number of times, and I’ve never gotten sick. They take allergies seriously and are knowledgeable. My go-to place if I don’t want to cook. Would suggest the chicken (any variety), pulled pork, vegan curry, and yucca fries (these are a can’t-miss item). Beans are flavorful as well and are a great companion to anything on the menu.

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GF Menu Items
  • — Fries, Curry
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  • — Dedicated fryer
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  • — Good for dairy-free
Wheat Allergy
12 months ago

Brasa is quickly becoming a favorite place for my husband and I to go to for yummy food in St. Paul! The menu has great variety and the green sauce that comes on the side is SO GOOD! Almost the entire menu is gluten free and what isn't GF is clearly stated on the menu. There are also multiple options for ordering to accomodate different group sizes and tastes. Brasa is great for a single meal as well as ordering family style!

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
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  • — Dedicated kitchen space
  • — Knowledgeable staff
  • — Dedicated fryer
  • — Other dedicated equipment
Other
  • — Dinner
  • — Takeout
  • — Lunch
Smothered chicken bowl with salsa Verde, side of crispy yucca
Celiac
1 year ago

My go to gluten free restaurant! There are only 3 things containing gluten on the menu, so it's the kind of place where you can eat safely AND your non-celiac friends can also enjoy the offerings. Delicious comfort food, knowledgeable staff. Have eaten here a dozen times and have never gotten sick

I was introduced to the restaurant by a former employee who raved about the restaurant's ethics: Insurance, 401k with company match, profit sharing, paid time off, etc. So I feel good about supporting the business, and good about the food!

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  • — Dedicated kitchen space
  • — Staff accommodates
  • — Knowledgeable staff
  • — Dedicated fryer
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  • — Dinner
  • — Takeout
  • — Online ordering
  • — Delivery
Symptomatic Celiac
1 year ago

I didn't feel comfortable eating here. They looked up whether my order was gluten free out a book. They had no idea what cross contamination was.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Celiac
1 year ago

Very safe for celiacs! Everything is gluten free except the cornbread, sandwich rolls, and mac & cheese. No cross contamination in the fryer because everything fried is gluten-free. This is my go to restaurant. Love the fried crispy non-greasy catfish and all the rices.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Symptomatic Celiac
1 year ago

Have eaten there twice and had no issues. They seem very knowledgeable about cross contamination.

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2 years ago

Just the best. Everything here is gluten free and it’s all so good. They have many different menus based on allergens you just have to ask.

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Symptomatic Celiac
2 years ago

Almost the whole menu is gluten free and super delicious! My friend and I shared the chilaquiles and the fried fish with candied yams, and both were delicious!

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
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Celiac
3 years ago

The food was amazing! Everything I wanted to eat was gluten free. I had the chicken chilaquiles bowl and it was delicious! They delivered my meal as “celiac gluten free chicken chilaquiles” confirming they had seen the note on my online order. Highly recommend!

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Celiac
3 years ago

I have been eating here for years, they are my favorite gluten free option when going out. Everything on the menu is gluten free except for the breads, the Mac and cheese, and a couple desserts. Have never been sick!!

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
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  • — Good for dairy-free
  • — Takeout
  • — Online ordering
  • — Good with other allergies
3 years ago

Almost entire menu is GF. Delicious food.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
3 years ago

I’ve eaten here like 20+ times and never gotten sick (celiac). It’s my go to restaurant. Fryer is GF. They have good vegetarian/vegan options as well.

I’d recommend the curry bowl or the rotisserie chicken with black beans and yellow rice. Also, definitely try the fried yuca.

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  • — Outdoor seating
  • — Vegan options
  • — Good for dairy-free
  • — Takeout
Celiac
5 years ago
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Celiac
5 years ago

Went here for our anniversary. Ok food. Decent service. Told them I had celiac disease and they said there would be absolutely no problem, by two people that worked there. Well there was. Completely ruined the next two days, was sick the entire time. Sent a message to the business to tell them what happened, they read the message teo hours later. Five days later, still no response. Very disappointing.

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Celiac
5 years ago

Great food, but is pretty salty

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Symptomatic Celiac
5 years ago
Celiac
5 years ago

Almost evrerything on the menu was gluten free. Took my allergy very seriously, and the food was amazing. I had the chicken

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Celiac
5 years ago

Food was ok. Tested safe with the Nima tester. Might go back if I was in the area and hungry... otherwise I would drive somewhere else.

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Symptomatic Celiac
6 years ago

Brasa does a great job, I do emphasize I have celiac and then I don’t react. The few times I haven’t clarified I have celiac, I have reacted. We had them cater our rehearsal dinner this summer and they went above and beyond. Love making the trip over to St. Paul for this delicious food!

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Symptomatic Celiac
6 years ago

I have been to the Mpls location and finally made it to St. Paul. Everything except the sandwiches and corn bread are GF. Makes it easy to order. They also have a selection of GF ciders and beer. Indoor and outdoor seating. If it is nice out, they will roll the doors open.

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6 years ago

What an amazing dinner! The fried cassava was amazing. The yellow curry equally so. The chocolate bar for dessert was delicious.

6 years ago

Great good, lots of choices for celiac

Celiac
6 years ago

I am a very sensitive celiac. I eat at the Minneapolis brasa 3-4x per week. It is very safe, and I’ve never had a problem. I also have a Nima sensor, like one of the people below. It isn’t totally reliable as it sometimes has false positives— look up the gluten free watchdog and several other online studies.

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Gluten Intolerant
6 years ago

Delicious BUT ordered a pulled pork and egg bowl, confirmed with the server it was gluten free, ordered it without the fried onions because they made me nervous even though I was reassured they were gluten free. Had a reaction.

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Symptomatic Celiac
7 years ago

Knowledgeable waitress. I said I had celiac and she immediately pointed out what I couldn’t have on the menu, since it’s not a separate GF menu. The Chorizo Potato dish was great. Kids loved it too!

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Celiac
7 years ago
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Celiac
7 years ago

Amazing food, most of it gluten free. I have celiac disease and am very sensitive, and I've never had a problem here. They also carry GF beer and cider in addition to wine and sangria.

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7 years ago

I used my Nima gluten tester and the food tested positive for gluten 2 times in a row! Don't eat here if you're a celiac!!!

Celiac
7 years ago

Very good food!!! No issues at all!!! Would recommend to any celiac!

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Symptomatic Celiac
7 years ago

It pains me to have to downgrade my previous five star review, but tonight I took my Nima sensor and my dish came back Gluten Found (I told them I have CD and to put an allergy alert on my order). The staff offered to make me another dish; their response was that they are careful but no further explanation/details. I'm celiac and do not plan to go back - the CC risk seems too high. I wish they would go 100% GF!

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Celiac
7 years ago

So many delicious GF options hard to choose! The staff is also very knowledgeable and really friendly. Our new must go to place!

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Celiac
7 years ago

Had a great pork and egg bowl here, no upset tummy! I am very sensitive, so it was nice to have this.

8 years ago

Very fresh local and organic food. All items but like 4 are gluten free including dessert. Fast and friendly service. Will definitely go back.

Symptomatic Celiac
8 years ago
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8 years ago
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Celiac
8 years ago

I really didn't want to leave this review, but I feel I owe it to fellow Celiacs. Server was knowledgeable and confident about GF options, so I'm still giving 2 stars. But my plate not only had an errant piece of macaroni on it, but I found a second piece that had clearly been cooked in with the black beans, causing cross-contamination to the entire pot of beans. I didn't find it until after eating some beans, causing me to have a pretty nasty upset stomach ache on my vacation. The server and manager tried SO HARD to make it up to us...they were lovely and truly felt horrible. But it was too late and there was nothing to be done. So 2 stars for service but beware a kitchen that clearly has cross-contamination issues.

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Celiac
8 years ago

Really love this place. The food is simple but really good and it is safe for Celiac folks.

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8 years ago

Our waitress knew the non-GF items well--most items are GF. Great taste and service. We will definitely come back. We had the BBQ beef and the roasted pork plates. Black beans and rice, and red beans and rice were exceptionally flavorful.

Celiac
8 years ago

I love going here! Almost everything on the menu is GF

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Symptomatic Celiac
8 years ago

My favorite place to eat when visiting the Twin Cities. There are few things on the menu that I can't eat. Tried to pulled chicken this time and it was unbelievable. Gravy in a restaurant. That never happens. And I could eat my weight in yucca fries with the dipping sauce. Love it

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Celiac
8 years ago

Excellent food. Nice to be able to have delicious fried fish with gluten allergy. Highly recommend.

9 years ago

It was awesome to be told that the list of what is not gluten free is less than what is, and the food was wonderful!

9 years ago

Great food. Great price! This is always a safe option!

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9 years ago

Great food and very little gluten items. I've ordered here for work and eaten in the restaurant a couple times. They are very conscientious about gluten safety and the masa cakes are amazing!

Reviews of this Chain

2 days ago

We’ll eat here every time! It’s our new favorite in the cities!

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  • — Dessert
1 week ago

Super good and accommodating. I was nervous with self order/QR code order. But it was super safe

1 month ago

I’m obsessed with brasa

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Symptomatic Celiac
1 month ago

Had takeout from the Hopkins Brasa many times and it’s always been good and I’ve never been sick. Everything is GF except the cornbread, Mac and cheese, and some desserts.

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Celiac
1 month ago

This was my favorite restaurant long before being diagnosed with celiac. So I was pretty thrilled to find their menu to be predominantly gluten free. The servers are great...very knowledgable, and very helpful. And, of course, the food is amazing. Brasa is the ultimate in comfort food for celiacs.

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GF Menu Items
  • — Dessert, Roasted Chicken
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Safety
  • — Dedicated fryer
Other
  • — Outdoor seating
  • — Dinner
  • — Takeout
  • — Online ordering

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