Chester Brunnenmeyer's Bar & Grill

I’m a local and this place is an absolute go-to for me. The facility has a dedicated GF prep space and a dedicated GF fryer. Despite what some comments say, the fries are 100% safe for Celiacs. They may not be for those with wheat allergies. The fries are super tasty!

The gluten free buns are great and very much worth getting for your favorite sandwich. However, if you like wings - the wings are some of the best I’ve ever had. Can’t recommend them enough. My favorite celiac splurge meal is wings and fries!

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

— Somewhat

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

I really like this place, I’ve eaten here twice and haven’t gotten sick. Both times I went with a burger (gluten free bun) and sweet potato fries. They informed me that the sweet potato fries are in a dedicated fryer so safe to eat. The waitresses I had were very knowledgeable and knew what celiac was.

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

— 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

Great experience! Dedicated gluten free air fryer. They know about celiac disease and gluten intolerance.

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

— 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/All

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

— Excellent

My husband and I both eat gluten free. He has celiac disease. Many items on menu were marked gluten free. The waitress said that the dedicated fryer was not working so many items were no longer choices for us. He had the tomato soup and grilled cheese (a bun not sliced bread) and cheese grits and a coke. He said it was ok. I had the pimento chicken sandwich and a water to drink. The chicken was small and tough to chew. I also had the wasabi Cole slaw which was crazy hot. When I mentioned this to the waitress to try something else she quickly told me it would cost more and there weren’t many gluten free choices. This did not feel like service. I didn’t want to be rude so I did tip her. Our bill was as $50!

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

— 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?

— Average

Great menu options and knowledgeable staff! We are here twice in one week while on vacation because the food was great and I felt safe. The sweet potato fries are awesome.

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

— Very

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

Waitress was super knowledgeable and they know the difference of avoiding gluten and celiac. They marked my food “celiac” so that as great to hear. The fry’s have a wheat breading so no fry’s for us. I ordered the burger and it was great! Got a side salad as well. It was enough food and I didn’t get sick. I am very sensitive.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• 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

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 Characteristics

• Good for corn-free
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for keto
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for peanut-free
• Good for soy-free
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good with other allergies
• Low-FODMAP friendly

Excellent experience here. The server was very knowledgeable, even stating "the fries are supposed to be gluten free but it says wheat right there on the box so I wouldn't trust it." She also wasn't familiar with Find Me GF and took a picture of their rating to show her manager. The GF bun was also very good, enough that I had to confirm that it was GF and it was. I would go back here again in a heartbeat.

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

— 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

We decided to try this place based on the reviews, and it does not disappoint! Lots of GF options, and the menu is clearly marked. Our server was familiar with the foods I could not have. He marked everything as “celiac/allergy” for me, and I appreciated the care and attentiveness!

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

— 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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Omg I haven’t had fried chicken wings in over 8 mo! They have a dedicated fryer and multiple gf options! Our waitress even has celiac. Will definitely be going back while we’re here!!

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

— Very

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

Really great! Ordered prime rib sandwich and fries. Another ordered grilled cheese and tomato soup. Both meals very good. Staff was professional. No one got sick!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

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

— Excellent

We chose to dine here after finding the menu offered several gluten free options. I called and spoke with a manager at the restaurant and was reassured that they use a dedicated fryer and have proper procedures in place to avoid cross contamination. I enjoyed a burger with a gluten free bun and fries. The food was delicious, one of the best burgers I’ve ever had and the bun was good too, not the dry crumbly tasteless buns we normally get. I had no adverse reactions. I highly recommend eating here if you have celiac.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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

I got the loaded fries. They have a separate fryer. A separate person brought out my meal and said, “celiac meal?” When she handed to me. They do their best and staff was knowledgeable.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• 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

Amazing experience and super knowledgeable staff . Amazing burgers, wings and sweet potato fries . They have separate fryers. Super delicious , highly recommend stopping by .

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

— 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/All

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

— Excellent

My wife is celiac so going to any kind of bar food restaurant is almost always off the table. Not at Chester’s. Taylor was our server and when we asked about gluten free options he made sure to ask us if it was for celiac. GF items aren’t marked on the menu but he told us most things could be made GF. He was also great about verifying anything he didn’t know with the cooks to ensure that what we got was gf. Like stated in other reviews, they have a dedicated fryer so we got the wings with sweet potato fries. As a side note the sticky ribs can’t be made gf so that was a bummer but the wings more than made up for it. When we come back into town we’ll be sure to stop in again. 10/10 would recommend.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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 dinner
• Good for lunch

Many Celiac safe options. Our waitress, Paige, was so helpful. Food was great and thrilled we dined here.

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

— Very

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

As good as everyone says! Has great wings, a burger and safe fries

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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 dinner

We love coming to Blue Ridge, and this was our first visit since my daughter got diagnosed with Celiac. After reading the positive reviews about this place we decided to try it, and had a great time. Everything we ordered was delicious. My daughter had a burger on a GF bun and fries and couldn’t believe how delicious it was. The waitress was knowledgeable and patient. We’ll definitely be coming back.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main 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?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Good for lunch

Extremely knowledgeable on gluten free options. Dedicated fryer for the fries and GF buns. My son was happily able to enjoy burger with fries.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• 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 dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch

Twice before I tried to eat here based on this apps’ reviews and the wait would be too long. This time I got in and it did not disappoint! Very delicious shaved prime rib sandwich aka French dip sandwich with a good GF bun and with fries from a dedicated frier. Delicious!

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

— 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

Server was not knowledgeable at all and not very friendly either! Ordered based off of the reviews and got a burger and fries. It was good but nothing to rave about. Not the best experience but I didn’t get sick.

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

— 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?

— Not Much

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

— Average

Told waiter dedicated fryer, no sauce. Got 20 wings for 30 bucks covered in siracha sauce..

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

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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 Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good with other allergies

We went to Chester’s last night for dinner while visiting Blue Ridge, GA. They were packed with a line of people waiting for a table, but that didn’t sway their service. Our waiter was extremely pleasant and helpful. We explained that our 6-year-old daughter has celiac and that we would all be eating gluten free. They offer a gluten-free bun with their hamburger and will cook your fries in a dedicated fryer. We all ordered burgers and fries. A manager came to our table and asked who had the allergy, and offered to pan-fry the burger as they put bread on their grill. They were so kind and their service was top notch. It really put my momma heart as ease. And the food was delicious!!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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 kids

Delicious food, best gluten free bun I've had. Also separate deep fryer/space they use.

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

Great service, great number of options and staff said there is a gluten-free frier for wings and fries. Gluten free buns for burgers. Great service with confident knowledge of dietary restrictions, the gluten free wings and fries were delicious. No GI issues after eating here.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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 Characteristics

• Good for takeout

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

— 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/All

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

— Good

We ordered over the phone and did curbside pickup. The staff member we talked to on the phone was great and told us they serve many people with celiac disease and know what precautions to take. She also helped us figure out what was safe to order because the gluten free menu items aren’t marked on their website. We ended up ordering gf wings, gf fries and a Greek salad. Gluten free was clearly marked on our receipt when we picked up. Everything we ordered was delicious and we loved having this safe restaurant option in blue ridge!

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

— Very

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 Characteristics

• Good for takeout

Wings and fries in a dedicated fryer and were great. Long waits for seating but a great curbside/to go system. Went by around 4:45 on a Sunday and the wait was 1:45. Did a to go and got it in 15 minutes or so. My to go bag came with a ticket denoting celiac. Definitely recommend, good burgers too. Draught cider too.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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 Characteristics

• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout

The food was delicious; best gluten free option in Blue Ridge! The server was so friendly and knowledgeable about gluten free and made me feel confident that I would be taken care of.

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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?

— Good

Absolutely amazing! Was on vacation and ate here 2x. They definitely know all about Celiac. I even got to have fries and wings because they have a dedicated fryer. I will be back for sure.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

When ordering the waitress asked if the gluten free was for celiac because they take extra precautions if so. You can have a burger and fries. I also had the Greek salad with salmon after verifying it was safe altho not marked on the menu. We are here several times on our vacation and it was the place we felt the safest for GF.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• 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

This was literally the best burger that I’ve had since I found out I’m celiac. They also have a dedicated fryer and the staff is very knowledgeable about options. Whole heartedly recommend

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

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

oh. my. god. this place is so good! i got a burger and i thought they put on a regular bun: it looks and tastes exactly like the real thing. make sure to ask that they make the fries gluten free. i didn’t get any of the sandwiches but i’m sure the sandwich bread is just as good

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Their regular menu is labeled with gf markings. They have gf buns which are great & you can request they pan fry your French fries since the fryer isn’t dedicated. YOU HAVE TO ORDER THE FRIES. Have also tried the blackened salmon & risotto and it was great as well.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I had the pimento burger with fries and a really good GF beer, brewed in Atlanta. All was delicious!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The waitress knew what Celiac was (win!) and the food was fabulous!! I had wings and fries (dedicated fryer). Food did come out on same tray as gluten orders but nothing was touching.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Dedicated fryer for fries and wings, plus gluten free bread for sandwiches and gluten free buns for burgers. Most entrees also gluten free.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Lots of food that can be made gluten free. More than just salads as the gluten free option! What a freaking blessing! 100% would recommend!!!

Great gf pimento cheese burger and fries (yes fries here are gf). I'm celiac and had no trouble, and tasted great. Very popular restaurant so be prepared to wait, but it's worth it.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Chester’s is the BEST. They have a dedicated GF fryer for wings and fries. In addition they have GF bread for sandwiches, so there are plenty of good options. Only thing to keep in mind is every time we go, they seem to be on a wait.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The waitress was Celiac aware. Checked on a dedicated fryer for wings and fries. I had great wings and fries. Would return.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Nice options for GF. They are knowledgeable. You can't have the fries because it isn't a dedicated fryer.

Very good gluten free buns. A couple of appetizers and a few entrees are available gluten free. They also have salads and chicken wings.