Cooper's Hawk

8 recent ratings
$$$ • Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Bread/Buns, Burgers, Dessert, Pasta, Risotto, Sandwiches
Safety Rating
8 ratings

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2501 Wabash Ave
Springfield, IL 62704

Most Recent Reviews


Symptomatic Celiac

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What a great experience! Two of us with Celiac and no reaction at all! Ellie’s Chicken and the Chicken Giardiniera were AMAZING!! So was the crème brûlée!!

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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Updated 4 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Waitress was accommodating and kind. They knew what celiac was and took it seriously.

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 7 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Gluten free menu is huge! I have Celiac and never been sick. Separate kitchen for allergies.

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 9 months 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

  • Bread/Buns
  • Burgers
  • Dessert
  • Gluten-Free Menu
  • Pasta
  • Risotto
  • Sandwiches

Categories

  • Bar
  • Brunch
  • Dinner
  • Lunch
  • Restaurant

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Gluten Intolerant

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Wow!! I had the chicken lettuce wraps and chicken picatta, it was amazing!!! I also got free gluten free bread before dinner. The gluten free menu was extensive and included desserts but sadly there was no room for the flourless chocolate cake. Prices were very reasonable for the quality of food there! Definitely a place to go to enjoy a normal gluten free experience!

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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This place has a nice ambiance and offers a GF menu with quite a few offerings including appetizers and dessert. I had a shrimp and scallop risotto dish along with a caramel crème brûlée. The food was good and no ill effects.

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

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Wheat Allergy

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Large gluten free menu. They will even bring gluten free bread by request when you are seated. The Brussel sprout salad was amazing.

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Review


Eaten here several times and have never had a reaction.

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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?

— Excellent

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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We asked for gluten free menu my husband ordered from gluten free menu he has celiac disease and they brought him gluten free bread along with a salad that had croutons made from their regular pretzel bread on it then brought his steak covered in battered and fried onion rings. We were asked when making the reservation of special occasion it was my birthday our reservation card set on the table even stated birthday but waitress never acknowledged it once. I feel no attention was brought to my spouses meal and this is an expensive restaurant so I expected better attention to allergy details! He didn't want me to say anything tonthe waitress it was upsetting to me and definitely put a damper on our evening!

Safety


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

— Not at all

Quality & Quantity


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?

— Poor

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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I ordered Hummus plate from the GF menu and it came to the table with Pita bread.. I immediately asked the waitress if it was GF. She assured me it was, I jokingly asked her again if she was positive and she said "absolutely we make our pita GF. I ate quite a bit of it and it just kept feeling wrong.. like I could taste the flour.. I then said, Wow these are great, can you ask the chef how they do it- she then seemed nervous. I flagged down another server who then told me he didn't think they were GF.. Finally the manager came out and apologized continually about they were in fact NOT GF. She was unbelievably kind, we had no bill and they gave my friend and I gift cards. They place is awesome and the food is great! I will go back I just really urge people to triple check with servers about the dishes. I would of still given it 5 stars but I feel like death at the moment so it doesn't seem fair :(

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Waitress was extremely knowledgeable about cross contamination and assured me others with celiac eat there often and that the kitchen has a dedicated gluten free space. Kitchen manager even came out to thank us for trusting them with allergies as they take it very seriously and they appreciated us choosing to eat there.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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I’ve eaten at this restaurant many times and have always had a safe experience!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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The manager came over and told me how safe the kitchen and food were for celiacs. They had a fantastic GF menu. I was so excited to eat out. Fast forward that night and I was so sick. It was not a minor episode from a little cc. It was full blown. I will never trust them again.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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Most amazing GF menu we have ever seen!! Food was excellent! We only wish they had more locations. In addition the waiter was attentive and professional.

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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Absolutely amazing!!! Great Gluten-Free menu. Crusted parmesan chicken and the flourless chocolate tort was to die for. So so good!

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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They have a great GF menu. The chicken carbonara pasta is delicious.

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Dedicated menu with so many options! The wine club just adds icing in the cake!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Reviews of this Chain

Celiac

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Review


I had the most amazing Parmesan crusted chicken! Oh and they had warm gluten free bread they were able to bring out too!! Also had the crème brûlée, and there were a few other dessert options. I would absolutely recommend eating here

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

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

— Excellent

Celiac

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Review


Great gluten free options. They bring out gluten free bread (free of charge) and also have an extensive gluten free menu.

Safety


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

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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 lunch
  • Good selection of healthy options
Symptomatic Celiac

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I want to preface this by saying I LOVE Cooper’s Hawk, I’ve had a wine membership for years and have never once (until now) had a problem eating at any of the 3 locations I’ve been to. They’ve always been very knowledgeable and accommodating. I always tell my server I have celiac disease when I order, even with the gluten free menu because I have significant symptoms, and they’ve always been wonderful about it.

That being said, I found a piece of gnocchi in my risotto there tonight and consequently am now in one of the worst symptom flares I’ve been in. I alerted my server to the issue right away and she and the manager were very apologetic and comped my meal. They even helped wheel me out to my car because I have POTS as well and gluten always triggers syncopal episodes for me.

I‘ve worked in restaurants before, and I know there’s no way to guarantee no cross contamination with a shared kitchen, so I don’t really fault Cooper’s Hawk. I’d still recommend them to anyone gluten free, celiac or not. Just wanted to make sure anyone else with intense symptoms knows this happened so they can use their best judgement the next time they go 🤍

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?

— Separate gluten-free 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 lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Offers outdoor seating
Hashimoto's

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Oh my gosh. Delicious food offered from a gluten free menu. Many options and delicious. Also served a gf bread when my husband ate his delicious pretzel bread ( which if you are not gf; it’s to “die for”). Good service and yummy wines paired with food.

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Overall Rating

Review


Guys. I went here for my birthday. These lazy gluten eating waiters never even came to take an order, give us a menu, or a kiss on both cheeks. Yes the gluten free menu and kitchen environment are gluten free, but when you disappoint me on my birthday you better expect me to leave a strongly worded 4 star review and bring up this experience every time I hear someone mention your restaurant. Some may say I’m petty. But I say I’m just hungry.

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?

— Average

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