Gluten free chef salad.

Crazy Otto's Empire Diner

3 recent ratings
$ • Diner
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported gluten-free menu items: Pancakes
Safety Rating
3 ratings

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100 West Albany Street
Herkimer, NY 13350

Most Recent Reviews


Celiac
1 year ago

I had the GF Hobo Scramble with GF toast. It took a little longer due to precautions taken to prepare.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
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  • — Knowledgeable staff
Celiac
1 year ago

Road tripping from Michigan. Always difficult to find Celiac friendly restaurants. Was pleasantly surprised with all of the GF options clearly marked on the menu. I had the GF pancake stack with eggs and bacon. It was fantastic and I felt fine after. Staff was very attentive and friendly. Great atmosphere! Highly recommend.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
2 years ago

Used separate cooking pans. Came out separate with GF marker.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

Important

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.
Information contained in this listing is based on reports by the community. Please verify all information directly with the establishment.

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Gluten free chef salad.
Huge gf pancakes!
Gf pancakes
John Wayne Smothered Prime Rib!  Amazing.
Gluten Free pancakes of delight!
Crazy Chicken with a side of hash browns!
Stack of 3 GF Pancakes and in the background the absolutely silly hotdog chili omlette with hash bro
gluten free menu
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Symptomatic Celiac
3 years ago

Many GF items on the menu. Very knowledgeable. Prices are high.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Other
  • — Good for kids
  • — Breakfast/Brunch
  • — Lunch
  • — Healthy options
Celiac
5 years ago

Very fast service, amazing customer service, Celiac Safe!! Food is DEVINE!!!! Will come back to visit!! A must when in the area!

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Celiac
5 years ago

No dedicated fryer. Ordered steak and salad and told them I'm allergic and my salad came with a roll. Was afraid to try and order much.

6 years ago

The staff was amazing and knowledgeable on celiac disease and they take gluten free preparation very seriously

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6 years ago

The gluten free menu is integrated in the regular menu now, but very clearly labeled. The pancakes were fantastic!

6 years ago

Excellent service, wait staff was very friendly and knowledgeable about GF, they explained the precautions taken in the kitchen. Menu was clearly marked, many good options. Would definitely eat there again if we pass through Herkimer in the future!

6 years ago

Lots of GF options, including bread and pancakes! Classic diner atmosphere!

Celiac
6 years ago

Extremely friendly staff, generous potions and delicious gluten free food.

Safety
7 years ago

I was a bit disappointed. They had a nice big gf menu. Unfortunately my blueberry pancakes were undercooked. Eggs and bacon were good and the service was great! Maybe it was an off day but I would still recommend giving it a try

Celiac
7 years ago

Awesome food, good service, large portions. And safe - they clean a grill special for gf and don't butter anything in the kitchen to reduce cross-contamination. Definitely recommend.

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Huge gf pancakes!
7 years ago

What a gem! They are very knowledgeable and accommodating. They have a separate griddle for gf items that is continually cleaned. Had breakfast; pancakes, hash-browns and bacon. The portions were huge and delicious. No reaction and I am highly sensitive. Most importantly, however, the service and attentiveness in this traditional diner was second to none. This 50's styled diner is traditionally decorated and clean! They had a good sized gf menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner!

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Symptomatic Celiac
8 years ago

so incredibly gluten free celiac friendly! why? Because the owner's dearest friend is ultra sensitive celiac and they just wanted her to be able to eat out. the celiac friend taught them & made the menu. bless you all for making me feel normal & getting to eat at a diner! Great food I had eggs bacon hash browns toast, took egg salad tuna platter to go. can't say enough good things about this place!

Gluten Intolerant
8 years ago

Best gluten-free pancakes I've ever had. They are very concerned about providing safe and tasty food. They are also eager to learn and expand. Very friendly 😀

Safety
8 years ago

Good food. Big portions. They clean the area to prep gf food

8 years ago

Great gf menu, staff was helpful and listened - enjoyed our food and defiantly would go back

Gf pancakes
9 years ago

Good food, friendly service. Awesome gluten free pancakes. Reasonable prices. Breakfast available all day.

Celiac
9 years ago

Great breakfast for lunch! Breakfast anytime! Fun atmosphere and knowledgable staff. Separate prep space too! Don't miss it!

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9 years ago
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9 years ago

Amazing menus with amazing food! A little piece of heaven here on earth, complete with wonderful biscuits and gravy for all you Southerners at heart, plus gluten free pancakes to die for!!

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Gluten Free pancakes of delight!
9 years ago

We were on the road from Rochester to Albany and we knew we'd be looking for something to eat around Herkimer and Crazy Otto's popped up when I searched for GF in the area, so we tried it out. The service was fantastic and friendly. When I said I needed gluten free, the waitress explained that they use different prep space for cooking the gluten free items, so I felt really secure ordering. I asked for specific information about the bread, and she went back to find out what brand it was for me. The portions were huge, and I brought half home for breakfast which I'm really looking forward to. If I'm on the road I will definitely stop in again.

10 years ago

Another great GF meal. Large menu.

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John Wayne Smothered Prime Rib!  Amazing.
Crazy Chicken with a side of hash browns!
Denver Omelet & Hash Browns
10 years ago

Great menu with great prices. The omelets and hash browns are fantastic!

Celiac
10 years ago

wow! it's been over 30 years since I've eaten here. Crazy Otto has really stepped up the game. now I will be making excuses to make the trek it's worth it.

Safety
Stack of 3 GF Pancakes and in the background the absolutely silly hotdog chili omlette with hash bro
gluten free menu
10 years ago

Absolutely well thought out gf restaurant. The waitress took her time and explained the precautions they take. I will defnitely go again. I was not worried about cross contamination.

12 years ago

Excellent GF menu, outstanding service and very reasonable prices. Yes, it's a diner, but it's the best I've tried in the area!

Celiac
12 years ago

another great omelet & hash browns! Yum. Many omelets & fancy salads. you will be happy to go there!

Chili Dog Omelet & Hash Browns!

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