My bowl - red rice, beans, chicken, two salsas, cheese, and guacamole. And chips!

Burrito Beach

129 recent ratings
$ • Mexican Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Popular gluten-free menu items: Rice Bowls, Burrito Bowls, Steak
Safety Rating
123 ratings

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Terminal 3
5600 Mannheim Rd
Chicago, IL 60666

Most Recent Reviews


Symptomatic Celiac
1 week ago

This is like the only celiac safe place in O’Hare airport. I hoofed it from c terminal on a layover and it was worth it! Tell them if you are celiac and they take care of it

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Celiac
1 week ago

WOW! A celiac safe meal at the airport? I never thought it would happen. As soon as I said “gluten free”, the gentleman who was helping me asked if I had celiac. I nodded and he immediately changed his gloves. I had the burrito bowl, and he pulled fresh ingredients from the back to prevent cross contamination. He was well informed of the gluten free options-there was no guessing or checking a random binder under the counter ;). And the best part? They all helped me with a happy attitude! Will definitely go back when I’m flying through O’Hare again.

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  • — Rice Bowls, Burrito Bowls
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — No gluten-free information on the menu
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  • — Good for dairy-free
Symptomatic Celiac
1 week ago

They asked if I was celiac. He changed his gloves. He also scooped with the disposable cup things not the spoons that have been everywhere else.

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  • — Rice Bowls, Burrito Bowls

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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Symptomatic Celiac

Location is Food Court neat Gate K4

3 months ago
Celiac

Be sure to have cash on hand to tip! They go above and beyond to keep you safe but unfortunately you can’t tip with a card.

2 years ago
Celiac

If you’re veg/vegan, know that the rice bowl comes with beans as an option, so you could do that with vegan toppings like the lettuce, corn, guac, etc and be GF + Vegan :)

2 years ago

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Symptomatic Celiac
1 month ago

Very Good food and they take pay attention for celiac people.

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  • — Rice Bowls, Burrito Bowls
Asymptomatic Celiac
1 month ago

I asked about their GF options and they told me the bowls were gluten free. They also asked me if I had Celiac without me bringing it up first, which is great. After I said yes, the server changed his gloves and used a separate scoop for some of the ingredients. The opened new bags of other ingredients like cheese for me. Very safe from what I could tell and the food was about a 7 out of 10.

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  • — Rice Bowls, Burrito Bowls
Symptomatic Celiac
1 month ago

Very safe place to eat, very meh tasting food. It’s the airport though so happy to have options.

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  • — Rice Bowls, Burrito Bowls
Gluten-Free at Burrito Beach
1 month ago

Tasty rice bowls with many topping options. Workers change their gloves and open new bags of toppings to avoid cross contamination. Very fast service!

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  • — Rice Bowls, Burrito Bowls
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  • — Staff accommodates
  • — Knowledgeable staff
2 months ago

Even though it was busy they took every precaution. They do serve a lot of flour tortillas but they washed hands, changed gloves, got the food from containers that aren’t on the burrito line. Very appreciated. Everyone knew the protocol. The food is fine, nothing special- except that they care if I get sick which makes them really stand out at the airport.

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  • — Burrito Bowls
2 months ago

They brought out new bins of every topping I wanted and scoops with a new cup so no cross contamination. They were very welcoming and accommodating! Food was delicious

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Other
  • — Good for dairy-free
Celiac
2 months ago

Even though it was busy he asked right away if I had celiac, changed gloves, and scooped everything from below. Super nice, well worth it!

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  • — Rice Bowls, Steak
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  • — Vegetarian options
Celiac
2 months ago

I was pleasantly surprised to find this in O’Hare - and the staff knew immediately how to deal with celiac when I mentioned it, as other reviews have said. No reaction afterward!

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  • — Rice Bowls, Steak
Symptomatic Celiac
2 months ago
Celiac
3 months ago

Burrito Beach at Chicago. O’Hare was awesome. I’m recently diagnosed with celiac and travel quite a bit, and finding food in an airport has been a challenge. I’ve been researching this more and more, and I ended up having to walk to terminal three in order to find an acceptable meal. It took me about 20 minutes, but was well worth it. Just as people have said in the past, once they knew I was celiac they immediately wash their hands and put on new gloves and did an incredible job. Highly recommended. I just wish they had one of these in terminal one or two.

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Symptomatic Celiac
3 months ago

Knowledgeable and safe. The server had just changed his gloves and when I mentioned Celiac, he changed his gloves again. From other reviews, I got the low carb bowl with grilled chicken. They pulled the ingredients from underneath and got salsa verde from in the back. With all that the service was still fast.

Update: Still my go-to Celiac GF @ORD The employee named Free knows everything we are concerned about cross contact - got most ingredients from new, unopened packages for me.

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  • — No gluten-free information on the menu
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Celiac
3 months ago

Very accommodating!! I asked about the GF options (there’s a little sign when you walk up to the counter) and the man working the line asked if I was celiac. I said yes and he immediately took his gloves off, washed his hands, told me the options, and used different utensils to “get my food” out of the containers. Even opened a separate bag of cheese and the onion/cilantro mix for me. I would come back again for sure! (note: i am an asymptomatic celiac).

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  • — Rice Bowls, Steak
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  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
3 months ago

Took my wife here after looking at reviews. Incredible service! She has celiac, I do not. Went up together and the man immediately had me order first so he could re-glove and prep the counter. Did not hold up the line at all! They had separate pre-packed containers for salsas and sauces that came after any non-gf items. Def coming back

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  • — Rice Bowls
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  • — Good for dairy-free
Celiac
4 months ago

Mentioned Celia right away and they immediately washed hands, fresh gloves, and pulled all the toppings from below. Much appreciated and nice to have not a salad at the airport.

Symptomatic Celiac
4 months ago

I asked about gluten-free options (as directed by the menu sign) and the worker asked _me_ if I had celiac. When I confirmed this, he explained the available menu options and immediately changed his gloves. He followed special handling procedures and they appear to have segregated ingredients when necessary.

The food was fine, but airport Mexican had a pretty low ceiling.

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  • — Rice Bowls
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — No gluten-free information on the menu
4 months ago

When I said I had celiac, they immediately changed gloves and used new ingredients in bins from the fridge! It was delicious!

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Celiac
4 months ago

I’ve never experienced this level of celiac care at an airport restaurant before. Like other reviews mention, the staff was super helpful with telling me what ingredients were gluten free, changed gloves without me asking, and one person took my food down the line, pulling from fresh containers as much as possible and using new scoops.

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  • — Rice Bowls
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — No gluten-free information on the menu
Celiac
4 months ago

Felt super excited and comfortable ordering the rice bowl. They take everything from a safe location if you say celiac. Super yum.

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  • — Rice Bowls
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Hashimoto's
4 months ago

Great experience. When I informed them of my allergy the employee washed his hands, changed gloves and used disposable cups to scoop all ingredients from the filler bins. They were so helpful and polite. I'd highly recommend this place.

I had the steak, so tender and delicious.

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  • — Rice Bowls, Steak
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  • — No gluten-free information on the menu
4 months ago

I don’t usually write reviews, but I couldn’t be more impressed with the level of care and caution they took… Especially at an airport. They change the gloves. They let me know when I selected some thing that wasn’t safe for celiac. You can eat here safely and enjoy!

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Symptomatic Celiac
4 months ago

Mentioned I had celiac disease and they made ensure to change gloves and take MOST of the ingredients from a fresh container. When I asked if they would take from a fresh rice container the response was that they would take from the side of the container that wasn’t touched with a new scooper. I asked multiple times and they were insistent it was fine. Fingers crossed I don’t get sick.

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  • — Rice Bowls
5 months ago

Walked up and asked for gluten free options and immediately was asked if I had celiac. Changed their gloves and used a different scoop and container for everything. Very nice people.

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  • — Rice Bowls, Steak
Symptomatic Celiac
5 months ago

SO SAFE and so nice I love them 🥹🥹 when I asked for gluten free they asked if I had celiac and then changed their gloves, took out clean/new lettuce and cheese and used new scoopers for the food. Said they don’t want anyone getting sick. Would 10/10 recommend this place. Got a bowl with chicken, rice and various toppings.

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5 months ago

Excellent for celiac. Server changed his gloves. Manager charged me less cuz I just got rice and chicken.

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  • — Rice Bowls
Celiac
5 months ago

I walked up and said I’m celiac, and he immediately said “I got you” and ripped his gloves off and changed them then used a fresh scoop for all ingredients (chicken rice bowl) and pulled cheese from a bag under counter. Amazing.

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5 months ago

Quick service, tasty food and so good with celiac accommodations. They had separate food under the counter when they could and used separate spoons otherwise. I felt so safe eating here while traveling.

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  • — Rice Bowls, Steak
5 months ago

So glad I got this app before our trip! Was able to grab a yummy and filling steak and rice bowl between flights thanks to the reviews here.

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  • — Rice Bowls
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — No gluten-free information on the menu
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  • — Good for dairy-free
Symptomatic Celiac
5 months ago

Absolutely amazing knowledgeable staff. So helpful, so kind, so good. Five stars from us!

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  • — Rice Bowls, Steak
5 months ago

As other reviewers have mentioned, their allergy/celiac protocol is amazing. I was told by the gentleman who helped me that the only gf meat options are steak and chicken. I don’t fly though Chicago often but it’s nice to know this place is here.

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  • — Rice Bowls, Steak
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — No gluten-free information on the menu
Symptomatic Celiac
6 months ago

Once I told them I had a gluten allergy, they immediately changed their gloves and asked if I had celiac disease. I told them yes and they grabbed new spoons to use. They also grabbed a fresh bag of cheese and lettuce. It was a great experience!!

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  • — Rice Bowls
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  • — Good for dairy-free
Gluten-Free at Burrito Beach
6 months ago

They did amazing. The only gf option is a bowl but that was great. They used new containers of food for all of the ingredients (rice, beans, chkn, cheese, lettuce, guacamole) and disposable utensils to scoop. It was busy and they still took their time. Much appreciated on a busy travel day!

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  • — Rice Bowls
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  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
6 months ago

Tastes great, very conscientious about being gf safe! FYI, bowls only.

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Celiac
6 months ago

Surprisingly good at dealing with celiac for being in a food court and being super busy. So nice to have an airport with GF options!!

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  • — Rice Bowls
Symptomatic Celiac
6 months ago

Excellent- Superb Safety Precautions- all around A grade in my book.

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  • — Rice Bowls
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  • — Good for dairy-free
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Celiac
6 months ago

This was so exciting!!!!! They are so knowledgeable, washed their hands, regloved, got out NEW bins to pull from (to lower cross contamination) and used single use scoops. Didn’t get sick. Great and filling meal. Had the medium spicy chicken bowl with greens. Price was great too!

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Celiac
6 months ago

Changed gloves and took from separate containers. Safest place in an airport I've seen.

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  • — Rice Bowls
Gluten Intolerant
6 months ago

So amazing to have a safe option in O’Hare! This is in terminal 3 in the food court. They change gloves and grab toppings from fresh containers. Good for dairy free too

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  • — Rice Bowls
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Celiac
6 months ago

We walked a long ways for something safe, and this was it. Lots of options, fresh, balanced. Your best bet at ohare.

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  • — Rice Bowls
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  • — Good for dairy-free
Celiac
6 months ago

I saw this spot remembered in the app and didn’t mention my celiacs as I just had a bowl— I didn’t get sick which is great!

However, I didn’t think the taste was good at all. I’m very spoiled as a Californian with good Mexican food tho lol. Don’t go here expecting actually good food imho

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Asymptomatic Celiac
7 months ago

First time traveling, with a new diagnosis. After reading reviews, I decided to try this place. Super impressive! I told them I was gluten free as a celiac and they knew exactly what to do. Used separate cups to dish food, opened up new packages if needed and had several items individually packaged. The staff also knew what I could and could not have on the menu (worker told he no to the vegetables bc of seasoning). I had a chicken bowl and it was great to have options with flavor. Even better, I met another Celiac in line!

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Celiac
7 months ago

I created this account just to leave a review of Burrito Beach. My daughter has Celiac and they were excellent. They washed hands, changed gloves, explained what was safe, and used separate bins to avoid cross contamination. And the food was tasty! Can't ask for more.

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  • — Rice Bowls
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  • — Takeout
Symptomatic Celiac
7 months ago

When I went up to order and asked for gluten free options they immediately asked if it was for celiac or sensitive. When I responded celiac, they washed their hands, changed gloves, and used all fresh ingredients from the back to prevent cross contamination. I felt super safe eating here and didn’t have a reaction! Got the carne asada white rice bowl with black beans and salsa.

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  • — Rice Bowls
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  • — Staff accommodates
  • — Knowledgeable staff
Asymptomatic Celiac
7 months ago

Had a great experience here after reading another user’s review. When I asked on about gluten free options, they immediately asked if I was Celiac. Changed gloves and used pre-made containers of salsa, sour cream, etc. Knew which toppings I could and could not have. Definitely recommend.

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  • — Rice Bowls
Symptomatic Celiac
7 months ago

The guy asked me if I had celiacs after I said I was gluten free. He went and washed his hand and swapped gloves, he explained what I could n couldn't get. Didt get sick.

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Symptomatic Celiac
7 months ago

There sign said to ask about the gluten free options. I asked and the response "are you celiac?" Of course, I answered yes, the next action blew me away ... the first person the assembly line called for a member to wash their hands and glove up as they opened all new toppings and assembled my rice bowl with that person all the way til the end! The food was great and service was amazing! Over the top impressed! Staff was very knowledgeable!

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  • — Rice Bowls
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
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  • — Takeout
  • — Good for kids
  • — Lunch
  • — Dinner
7 months ago

Wow!! Did not expect to feel this safe eating next to Gate K4 at O’Hare. Once the server heard I had celiac, he washed his hands and got fresh gloves. Options were a bowl with chicken or steak. Server used fresh utensils and pulled toppings from the back. Great experience!

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Celiac
7 months ago

I got a rice bowl with chicken. The server asked if I was celiac then washed his hands before putting on new gloves, used new utensils for each item and pulled all cold toppings new from back stock. I would 100% recommend for safety and for taste!

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  • — Rice Bowls
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  • — No gluten-free information on the menu

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