Colita

36 recent ratings
$$$ • Restaurant
dedicated gluten-free badge Reported to be dedicated gluten-free
Reported GF menu options: Beer, Bread/Buns, Dessert, Tacos
5400 Penn Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55419
From the owner

Colita is a Oaxacan inspired restaurant featuring an entirely gluten free kitchen and heirloom corn tortillas.

On safety—Our entire kitchen is gluten-free, with no ingredients containing gluten ever being cooked within our space.

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Gluten Intolerant

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Colita is excellent! The food is delicious and the fact that they are dedicated gluten free makes dining there so easy and enjoyable.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Dog friendly
  • Good for dinner
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
  • Reservations recommended
Updated 3 days ago read full review

Celiac

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This place is amazing and totally GF

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 1 month ago read full review

Celiac

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This place is amazing. Completely gluten free. Can work with other food issues as well. Staff is helpful and friendly. The food is incredible.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 2 months ago read full review

Gluten-Free Features

  • Reported to have a dedicated fryer
  • Beer
  • Bread/Buns
  • Dessert
  • Gluten-Free Menu
  • Tacos

Categories

  • Allergy Friendly
  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Dinner
  • Dog Friendly
  • Healthy
  • Keto Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Online Ordering
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restaurant
  • Takeout
  • Vegan Friendly
Information contained in this listing is based on reports by the community. Please verify all information directly with the establishment.

From the owner


Colita is a Oaxacan inspired restaurant featuring an entirely gluten free kitchen and heirloom corn tortillas, nixtamalized entirely in-house with Texas style smokers to capture the signature flavors of southern Mexico. Guest favorites include our beer-battered tempura shrimp tacos, Kansas City pork ribs that fall right off the bone, and the roasted sweet potatoes finished with chipotle remoulade, all completely gluten free with no fear of cross contamination. After dinner, try our churros with dulce de leche or our spiced chocolate cremoso with candied cacao nibs and pear whipped cream. Our bar program boasts an extensive selection of agave spirits, wines, cocktails, house-made fermentations, and a selection of non-alcoholic cocktails.

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Churros 😍
Almond pineapple cake
Margarita
The Naked Dani. Super fun and GF!
Living wall decor
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Celiac

If you want to eat after 6 make a reservation. Even on a Tues. arrived by 7 and next seating would have been 8:15.

8 months ago

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Celiac

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Felt very safe eating here. Everything was absolutely delicious. Loved the flavor pairings. Can not wait to come back.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 2 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Updated 5 months ago read full review

Celiac

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I love that it is a dedicated GF kitchen so I could order whatever I wanted with no worries of cross contamination! The food was delicious and the churros were AMAZING! Will definitely be going back.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 5 months ago read full review

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THE BEST wait staff. THE BEST BARTENDERS! And most importantly…THE BEST gluten free food! O..m…g… to go to a restaurant with a GLUTEN FREE KITCHEN… I have no words. Well done!!!!!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 6 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Celiac. Fabulous gluten free food. Wonderful staff. I had the tempura shrimp tacos to go. Delicious. Quick service.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for takeout
Updated 6 months ago read full review

Celiac

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THE LITERAL BEST!! Everything is gluten free (even the desserts) so the menu is free reign. It is definitely a bit of a special occasion dinner as it is on the expensive side but I’m dying to go back for the churros :)

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 6 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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My FAVORITE restaurant. Everything is GF and absolutely delicious. The churros are SO GOOD and all of the drinks are wonderful.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 7 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Everything I've had there is delicious!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 7 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Service is outstanding. It’s a little pricey if ordering multiple dishes (some are pretty substantial on their own, such as the ribs). Lovely atmosphere. A popular place even on a Tuesday night, I’d recommend making a reservation. The churros & horchata were especially delicious!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 7 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Everything we had was amazing! All gluten free (except regular beer). Try the churros

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 9 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Delicious good. On the pricey side but everyone loved what they got. Churros are amazing! Wished we got two orders of those!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 9 months ago read full review

Celiac

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We just had the most delicious and joyful experience. We even brought our five year d and she enthusiastically ate from a very sophisticated menu. Highly recommended!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 9 months ago read full review

Celiac

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I can’t wait to go back. The churros are a must get

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 10 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Incredible food, fun atmosphere and the best house classic margaritas. More expensive but worth every penny! Entire menu was gluten free!!!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for lunch
  • Offers outdoor seating
  • Reservations recommended
Updated 10 months ago read full review

Celiac

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I love this restaurant. EVERY time I am in the Cities, I eat here. The Tuna Tostadas are to die for, but everything I have tried is yummy. Dedicated gluten free. How can it possibly be bad?

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 11 months ago read full review

Celiac

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After reading everyone else’s reviews on here, I couldn’t wait to try out this restaurant. It did not disappoint! The whole place is gluten-free and let me just tell you that the shrimp tacos were so amazing, but the ultimate treat was the churros for dessert! I wouldn’t hesitate to go back.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 11 months ago read full review

Celiac

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This restaurant is fabulous! Everything is gluten free but you would not know it. I ate with 3 people who were not Celiac and they also loved it.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
  • Reservations recommended
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Overall Rating

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Excellent Dining experience! Each small plate was amazing with varied flavors and the drinks were the same caliber. Fine-casual setting and a bit more on the expensive side, but we’ll worth it for flavors, service and safety. Highly recommend!!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Good

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Colita is my favorite restaurant in Minneapolis! The food is delicious, and I love not having to worry about cross contamination since the entire menu is gluten free. The scallops and shrimp tacos are my go to, and it’s always worth it to get the churros!! Yes, it’s expensive, but the food and service are always top tier. Highly recommend!!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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 dinner
  • Good for takeout
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers outdoor seating
  • Reservations recommended
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Wonderful! Everything we had was delicious and the portions were generous. A bit pricey but so worth it having a nice night out with no worries about what you order. Fun drink menu too!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Incredible food! Expensive but worth it.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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So happy!! Served tapas-style, so we tried the cold tuna tostada, the cacio e pepe stacked tostada, the spare ribs, the green chile pork tacos, and the corn elote, and liked them all (would go back just for the stacked cheese tostada!). We each got our own churros-with-dulce-de-leche and didn’t regret it a bit! Fun wine selection, too, and my husband enjoyed their version of an Old-Fashioned.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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 keto
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Overall Rating

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Fully gluten free kitchen. I had zucchini enmolatas and chicken tostados, both of which were wonderful. The only dessert on the menu is churros, but that’s fine because they were incredible. Plenty of outdoor seating, plus it’s mostly open air anyway.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for takeout
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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The food is delicious! Had such a great time eating out and not having to worry about getting sick! We even brought churros home to our son who has celiac. He loved them!! Highly recommend!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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Simply fantastic: service, food, drinks, ambiance, decor. So very happy to have found my new favorite, go-to GF restaurant.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Everything on the menu is gluten-free except the beer. Small plates for sharing. Everything we had was yummy! Highly recommend. Friendly staff.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Colita was amazing. Yes it’s a bit pricy but really not unreasonable for a fine-casual experience. The way people talk about it on Yelp make it sound like it’s gonna be the most expensive visit of your life. It’ wasn’t. Two people, two apps, two entrees, one dessert and two drinks came to $100. Completely gluten free, even the churro dessert. We had multiple NA beverages that were gluten free and fun. This is a great date night spot for the gluten free person in your life.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Overall Rating

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They have a dedicated gluten free kitchen and it says so on their menu. Everything I’ve had is delicious and I know I never have to worry!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Other


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
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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Dedicated gluten free restaurant in the Minneapolis area. You can feel safe eating here. HOLY WOW the food was amazing. Tuna tostadas are amazing. Highly recommend! 🤩🤩

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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Most amazing meal and dining experience! All food is gluten free so no fears of CC, and it's all fantastic. Went with gluten eating friends and they all loved it too. The churros are a real treat! Favorite restaurant in the cities.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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YUM!!!! Amazing food. So good. Are here twice during our weekend visit. Highly recommend

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 2 years ago read full review

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Our server was wonderful and checked on everything I asked about!! Very knowledgeable

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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 takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Offers online ordering
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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I went here for my birthday last year. It's a little pricey for me to frequent regularly but the food was fantastic

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Offers online ordering
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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The food is outstanding. Being able to order anything was absolutely divine. It was really nice having a fine dining experience that had excellent food and safe for me.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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The food was delicious! Everything is gluten free (except the beer). The service was amazing. Overall, I can't wait to go back!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Updated 3 years ago read full review

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Am I dreaming??? Everything was amazing. The food was exceptional. And to be able to eat dinner with my daughter who has celiac and have her be able to choose from everything without limitation or worry was such a wonderful experience. Shrimp tempura tacos, fried green tomato salad, black bean hummus guacamole and are your kidding me?? churros!! We will be back again and again. Lovely atmosphere and great service too!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 3 years ago read full review

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Are you kidding me? This might be the best thing I’ve ever eaten. Came with my BF who is not GF and he thought it was amazing as well. No fear, besides the beer, EVERYTHING is GF.

Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Delicious!!! Highly recommend. Restaurant is entirely gf with exception of beers. The shrimp tacos and churro dessert were amazing! Loved the service and ambience.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

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AMAZING ALL AROUND.

All expectations exceeded. Not just delicious for being gluten free, delicious for gluten eaters also! Got stuck in Minneapolis after missing a connecting flight. Staff was amazing and made me a complimentary drink and made great conversation. They felt bad about me missing my flight so the churros were on the house. The pork tacos were so good I momentarily considered moving to Minneapolis. The environment was very modern. Ordered the churros after reading others reviews and they did not disappoint.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Loved this place! Great food and ambiance. Safe for celiacs.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 3 years ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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The entire kitchen is gluten free, and the food is delicious! I'd come just for the cinnamon sugar churros with dulce de leche. One of the most delicious things I've ever eaten! Shrimp tempura tacos and Kansas City pork ribs were fantastic.

Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

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So good and super fun foodie Mexican! Not cheap, but romantic

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 3 years ago read full review

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