Chipotle

7 ratings
$ • Quick Service Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Rice Bowls, Tacos

Warning

This is a chain, which typically means a high risk of cross-contact. It may not be possible to dine safely at this establishment.

Safety Rating
3 ratings

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5955 Kingstowne Towne Center
Alexandria, VA 22315

Most Recent Reviews


Celiac

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I went there and told them i had a gluten allergy. ,(i have celiac disease) they didnt seem to care. The person looked at me like she didnt understand me. Then another worker put on new gloves and with an attituted began to take me order. I told her i had a gluten allergy and wanted to make sure i didnt pick anything with gluten . Then she looked at me and said i changed my gloves and showed me her gloves. I wont go back here, i felt like crying just really bad experience.

Updated 7 months ago read full review

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Updated 5 years ago read full review

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Asked three times for spoons and gloves to be changed. Nobody seemed to care or understand. Explained I am sensitive to cross contamination. The person starting my order was going to use the same bowl he was holding before changing gloves. Unbelievable experience. Do not come here unless they get some training.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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.

Gluten-Free Features

  • Allergen List
  • Gluten-Free Menu
  • Rice Bowls
  • Tacos

Categories

  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Fast Food
  • Keto Friendly
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Mexican
  • Nut-Free Friendly
  • Online Ordering
  • Paleo Friendly
  • Peanut-Free Friendly
  • Quick Service Restaurant
  • Takeout
  • Vegan Friendly

Notes


Chipotle does not have a gluten free menu but instead has a list of gluten-containing ingredients to avoid. Cross-contamination is a concern, however, so let the person taking your order know that you are gluten free and if you need them to take the proper precautions.

From their website: "If you avoid gluten, don't eat our flour tortillas. If you are highly sensitive to gluten and would like us to change our gloves, just let us know at the start of your order. You should be aware items containing corn, including corn tortillas (chips, soft corn, and crispy corn tortillas) and corn salsa, may have a small amount of gluten from potentially co-mingling with gluten-containing grains in the field."

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Wheat Allergy

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If you stick to the bowls you'll be ok. If you have corn tortillas you'll get poisoned. The people in this store, in general, don't like to be inconvenienced. :-/

Updated 8 years ago read full review

Celiac

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The didn't really know what I was talking about. The lady who served me said she wasn't allowed to leave her station but the other lady's didn't want to change there gloves. I will admit I went at a very busy time. Half way through someone told one of the other lady's to man the first spot so the line started moving again. Up until then all four lady's just stood back and let the First Lady work. The cash register lady told the other lady where to find the in contaminated items. At the end she asked what I was allergic to and I told her the flour tortillas. She said OH! Now I get it, we have never had someone ask us to do this before. She then apologized. Over all it was ok and I was able to eat my food feeling safe. I felt bad I went at such a busy time. The three states was because there was a lot of eye rolling in the beginning, I think now it was not because of me but the other lady's not helping her but I asked her to stop because I was already uncomfortable.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 8 years ago read full review

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Once again Chipotle comes through with a great GF meal.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 10 years ago read full review

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Updated 10 years ago read full review

Reviews of this Chain

Symptomatic Celiac

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Best GF fast food experience so far. They didn’t make me feel weird or like I took too much time. I told them I have a gluten allergy and the line stopped. They changed spoons for what I ordered, wiped down the counter, got out fresh cheese and lettuce, changed gloves, and one person took charge of my order seeing it through to the end of the line. I know there’s still a risk, but I’m thankful for all they did to help me eat with my family.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

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

Quality & Quantity


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


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
Symptomatic Celiac

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I was a little concerned when I read it had been two years since the last review, but I went and as soon as I told the server I had celiac, she immediately offered to wipe down the surfaces and change gloves. She did it so cheerfully also!

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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

Symptomatic Celiac

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Lots of gluten free options, good choice for catering, and ability to sort through gluten free options by using their dietary filter online. There are good options available if you're dairy free/vegan as well!

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
Symptomatic Celiac

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While there’s obviously a chance of cross contamination, the workers here are very nice and accommodating. Everything except for the tortillas is gluten free. I always ask them to change their gloves and this past time a worker felt her glove touch the tortillas after changing them so she immediately changed them again! They never have a problem getting lettuce or cheese from the back which I appreciate! I have not had a reaction here yet and I am very sensitive!

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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

Gluten Sensitive

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I told the server I was gluten sensitive, and she immediately changed gloves and handled all my food herself.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for soy-free
  • Good for takeout

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