Cafe Patachou

They’re gluten free waffles are so good!!!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• 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
• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

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 Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for lunch
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers outdoor seating

We had a lovely breakfast. Best gluten free waffles ever, gf sourdough bread, gf brownies and a lot of gf egg combination dishes. Amazing coffee!

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

— Very

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 Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch

Very good, yummy brunch food and fast service. Safe during covid and double checked what needed to be GF and what didn’t. Excellent service

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

— Very

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

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering

In town for the weekend and saw good reviews. We stopped in for lunch but they were busy so we ordered to go. Açaí bowl, salmon ‘bagel’ substituted with GF bread and Cuban breakfast were amazing! We will definitely be back before we leave!

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

— Somewhat

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 Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Offers outdoor seating

This was my favorite dining experience in Indy over a long weekend. So many delicious options. Knowledgeable staff. I had confidence that my meal was prepared well and I did not get sick from dining there! Even got a delicious dessert to go!!

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

— Very

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 Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating

Takeout took less than 10 minutes. Great choices for a gf vegan.

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

— Very

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

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good with other allergies

Waiter was very professional. I was confident and trusting in him that I didn’t use a Nima capsules. No issues and I know within 15 minutes often or any CC and it’s been 3 hours.

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

— Very

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?

— Good

My wife and I are not celiac, but choose to eat GF. We travel quite a bit and are constantly trying out GF restaurants. This is one of favorites ever. Their GF waffle at breakfast is outstanding. Many other choices that are excellent. You will not go wrong by eating here. Trust me on this one.

The quality and quantity were outstanding.

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

— Very

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

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for takeout

Excellent food with gluten free options. I had lunch and breakfast. They had separate waffle iron for gf. Best waffle ever!

Great brunch place! Staff was knowledgeable and accommodating regarding Celiac needs and cross-contamination. Separate prep area for GF food, and the meal came out with a red flag in it to note that it was GF. Would definitely come here again!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

This place was great. Didn’t get sick.

When i went service wasn’t great. It was on a convention weekend and the place was kind of crazy, so maybe that’s why. Still, a story:

I had a make your own omelet and told them I need it to be cooked separately. When it arrived there was one piece of bacon inside, and bacon wasn’t one of my toppings. So I’m not totally sure about how separate they made it!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The gluten free Belgium Waffle was excellent!

Staff was knowledgeable & menu labeled GF options. I’m very sensitive & did not get sick! Had the gf waffle

Since the gf bread switch I have not eaten here as often, used to go twice a week. Native oat bread is made in a shared kitchen on shared equipment, the staff does not share this. Not safe for those with celiac disease like me!!!

Staff was extremely knowledgeable about Celiac and cross contamination. I have eaten here 3 times in 3 days and everything is great. They put a little flag on your plate to show it’s gluten free and do everything they can to prevent cross contamination. I tested their gluten free waffle with my Nima tester and it came out truly gluten free :)

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Food was delicious, was just passing through Indianapolis and didn't realize I was going to be eating at a rich hoity toity place, very pricey.

Great Coffee! And Memosa for Breakfast ☺ Very Busy Place !!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Menu items labeled as gluten free are misleading - the soup said gluten free but was served with croutons. Waiter didn’t seem knowledgeable on why this was a problem. Would eat here again but would ask more questions about the food and prep.

Celiac, ate there two days in a row. On the second day I learned the candied walnuts were prepared in flour on their spinach salad. Their protocol, marking your food with flags is good but don't let your guard down. Question the prep of your food. I will eat there again. I will just be more careful.

Staff is very knowledgeable, menu has many GF options to choose from - with openness to customizing other menu options for food allergies. Food was wonderful!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

My husband and I recently visited Indy. Because I need to eat gluten free, it can be hard to eat while traveling, so we always appreciate restaurants that offer allergen free meals. Cafe Patachou has so many options for gluten free eaters (even waffles!). We ate at the restaurant four times because the food was that amazing. In addition to the food, price was reasonable, and the service was excellent. Each server was highly attentive to my allergy. During one visit, we witnessed a man outside the restaurant get hit by a car; one of the servers ran outside with an umbrella and stood in the pouring rain to shield first responders. He then came back in and finished his shift!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Gorgeous food! Lots of great gluten free options.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Yes yes YES!!! Excellent wait staff. Very knowledgeable about gluten free. Safe for a Celiac. Very busy place so plan ahead and arrive early. SO WORTH THE WAIT! They have many gf options. I had the Simple Broken Yolk (eggs, white cheddar & avocado on gf toast & fruit). Toast is prepared in a separate gf toaster. AMAZING! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Wow! Simply wow. Fantastic omelette, cinnamon toast like real. Coffee delicious!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Amazing breakfast, sandwiches for lunch. The wait staff is well versed on celiac. I will eat there again and again.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The waffles are delicious!! And the staff knowledgeable, helpful, and careful. Will be going back to explore more of the menu.

This was a great find! The food was delicious and the service was exceptional. Our server, Michelle, was very knowledgeable about the gluten free options and attentive to all our dietary concerns. Will definitely be back!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

GF Belgian waffles! This food was absolutely amazing… You would never know that it was gluten-free. Very trendy vibe in this busy downtown cafe. Definitely a place I will return to next time I'm downtown Indy.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

great job with gluten even though they were very busy.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

For breakfast or lunch this place is great. Many things on the menu either are gf or can be made to be including the sandwiches. I really appreciate a place that I don't have to educate and this is one of them. tip: Ask if the specials are gf.

Great GF meal they pay close attention food was great.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

AMAZING! Very celiac friendly and have amazing gluten free waffles and omelettes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Awesome food and service. Clearly defined menu and a lot of great options

Celiac friendly?

No

Food is amazing and they have some great gluten free options.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Amazing food & knowledgeable staff. Breakfast is my favorite!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Awesome service, knowledgeable staff!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Dedicated toaster and allergy alert on my order ticket. Oh, and the food is really good too.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

powerful food, outstanding service. gf items and they ask about allergies to avoid xcontamination,

Celiac friendly?

Yes

They said their French toast was gluten free and it was not...I found out they use the same batter for everyone and use gluten free bread. Be careful.

Wow, this place is great!! Very knowledgeable staff and the food Is outstanding!! I had the roast turkey on udi's and the Cuban breakfast for tomorrow morning. Highly recommend!

Very friendly accommodating staff and gluten free bread available. Had the egg and salmon sandwich w/ fruit and it was fine for a simple meal before my flight.

Wow! Amazing food here! Was impressed in how they handled my order and pointed out what was gluten free. Definitely a safe and tasty option for someone with celiac. Literally the only thing I could knock, is its a bit hard to figure out which items are gluten free as they are mixed throughout the menu... but who cares! There are great options and it tasted awesome.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Ate here (downtown location) almost every day during our trip to Indy. We had soup and sandwich and the gf bread was good as well as safe. Going for breakfast tomorrow

Gluten free waffles were delicious! Staff friendly and knowledgeable. I highly recommend this place.

Excellent restaurant for GF choices. Delicious, fresh, fairly priced food, and 2 pieces of Udi's GF bread is a reasonable $2 charge.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Just fabulous. Ate here every day I was in town. So many great, yummy, gf choices and the service is excellent!

My favorite Indy GF spot.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Salads are amazing. All dressings are gf. Love the coffee bar.

Great options for someone with Celiac!!! Love this place!!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Great little breakfast place.

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

— Very

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

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

— Excellent

Best breakfast in town for allergies

Cafe Patachou does an excellent job with preparing allergy food separately, just tell the server of any allergies when ordering. They have gluten free waffles, pancakes and syrup in addition to gluten free bread! They also make gluten free cookies and brownies that are delicious!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Wonderful atmosphere food and staff! Very cool. Items that are GF are marked on the menu. Mention you have celiac before you order so they can guide you. Some items may have CC

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I go to this place all the time and it is consistently great food with reliable service and knowledgeable people in regards to GF. Menu items are clearly marked and have never had any issues. Im shocked there’s not more positive reviews on this place.