Chelo's Hometown Bar & Grille

I was hopeful that this place would be good but the mistakes took away from any positives the food had. I ordered a burger with a sweet potato and they mixed up my and my husband's foods, so my gf burger with with his glutened fries. I had to send the food back twice in order to ensure thar the food was actually gf. The waitress obviously had no knowledge of gf or Celiac and actually rolled her eyes when I had to send the dish back the 2nd time. We won't be going back and I'm hoping I don't get sick.

They have a "Gluten Friendly" not Gluten Free menu

Celiac friendly?

No

The staff Knew what seasonal specials were gluten-free and was happy to accommodate. They also have a dedicated gluten-free menu

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Seems I always give them a second chance when I shouldn't. Between the steak sandwiches that arrive on a hot dog bun when a gluten allergy is specially emphasized, to the desserts that are scooped with a spoon that is shared w other desserts (per the waitress) Chelos always disappoints. And they don't read their comment cards, if they do, they don't care to make changes!!

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

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

— Poor

I was invited to an event at this Chelos recently and on our sign up sheet there was a place to state allergies etc. Day of, nothing happened. The employee left to serve the buffet said she knew nothing about it, and was a little annoyed that I asked where the GF items were. The set menu for the event was not what was served.

Avoid if possible or BYO food!

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

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

— Poor

I have been going here for years since my diagnosis of celiac. I’ve never had a issue with cross contamination. Once they put croutons on a take out sale we called and they corrected it thankfully they are right down the street and we got a new fresh salad. Originally this location didn’t have gluten free bread but a few months prior to the pandemic they started carrying gluten free buns. It’s be awesome to have the option of a gluten free Ruben sandwich right down the street! I’m a sucker for the steak tips salad and chicken Cesar salad!

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

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Offers online ordering

Ordered a burger with gluten free bun. I was so excited because in my memory Chelo’s had fantastic burgers and I haven’t had one in several years. I was telling a friend at dinner how good the burger was and especially how good the bun was. “I can barely tell it is gluten free”. I learned the reason a few hours later. It wasn’t gf. If you are celiac or extremely sensitive I would recommend double checking your bun - or maybe stick with one of the many fun salads they have on the menu.

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much

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

— Poor

They do have gluten free buns, but I got sick after ordering a burger and fries. I didn’t think the fries were breaded, but it was hard to tell either way because the takeout food was soggy. I’m not going to risk it again.

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much

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

— Below Average

Other Characteristics

• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering