Denny's

Horrible. Staff was only aware of what was GF based on the menu. My wife ordered a Cobb Salad, listed as GF. It came out with some sort of crouton substitute that was deep fried potato strips. Of course, we’re now skeptical of the frier and whether or not it’s dedicated - still don’t know. Sent salad back, waitress indicated she would get it remade - it wasn’t, they moved the fried potato and sent it back out. We were sitting by the kitchen.......it wasn’t remade. A verbal spat between the kitchen and waitress ensued; needless to say my wife didn’t feel comfortable eating and we cancelled our order. The Manager came by, gave a half efforted sorry.

Celiac friendly?

No

Gf items indicated on menu. Although I didn’t get sick, the food was very greasy

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The staff was friendly and receptive but I would not say Knowledgeable about gluten issues. The menu of dedicated gf items is small but there are several things that can be made gf with omission or substitution. I would not recommend for celiac people but those of us that are sensitive can find options.

Celiac friendly?

No

Never had a chance to go. Natasha the “manager” couldn’t understand my questions about celiac. Then when I explained it, I was told we are not responsible for your allergy. I said so you have gluten free items on your menu but you are unwilling to take precautions. She again said we aren’t responsible for your allergies.

My husband called back and asked for the manager and we were passed to Natasha. He asked Natasha what she knows about gluten and as she laughed, she then said I tried to explain and she was rude. My husband let her know how offensive she was to laugh about food allergies.

We won’t be going here ever.

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?

— Poor

I was very satisfied that Melody and the manager Brian took the task of making my breakfast gluten free. Melody made sure that they grilled my gluten free English muffin on a section of the grill that was unused instead of toasting it in the common toaster. They made sure to use fresh cracked eggs and not the prepared egg mixture. Be sure to emphasize the importance of separation and you will be fine eating here with sensitivities. Celiac would be risky due to cross contamination in the kitchen as it is not a dedicated facility.

Friendly helpful and concerned staff.

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

— 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?

— 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

Zesty Nachos are shown as GF, but was told they cook chips in a non-dedicated fryer.

I had a skillet meal. It was good, but greasy.

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

— 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?

— Good

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

— 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?

— Good

They clean the grill and have an allergen alert

I’ve eaten gluten free at several Denny’s and I’ve never been sick

The waitresss was very friendly and accommodating

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

— 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?

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for takeout
• Offers online ordering

Glutenfree English muffin is toasted in a toaster with regular breads

Eggs and hash browns were very good

Was considerate of social distancing

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

— Somewhat

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

That was the most insane experience. We only forced ourselves to stay because of the gluten free menu. First, nobody would acknowledge us when we walked in, and kept walking by. Finally we sat. Not crowded, and over an hour to get food. First, they brought my son’s side of apples 20 minutes before everyone else’s food came. Then, the orders were wrong. Cheese in eggs (that was not ordered), a missing sandwich and toast took another 15 minutes. Then, they brought out the eggs correctly, with onions missing in the hash browns. Just couldn’t get it together. Finally, my mom spilled a drink at the table, and they didn’t clean it up. Came and looked, left us nothing to clean it up when we asked for napkins, picked up a few plates, and left us to finish our meal with drink spilled all over the table. We saw 2 other tables disputing an incorrect bill. Worried I will get sick. Stay away.

Had options on the menu, staff knowledgeable, no issues after eating.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

They have items marked on the menu as gluten free, with an English muffin being a big breakfast draw. However, they do NOT / NOT use a separate toaster. I asked the server multiple times and even the manager and they said it is the same toaster and they just throw it in the slot where all the regular breads and English muffins go. Eggs, meats and hash browns are prepared on a separate grill from where pancakes are made.

I had scrambled eggs, a ham slice, and hash browns, all of which marked as GF and which the server said are prepared on a different grill from where the pancakes are made. The ham was a bit tough, the hash browns quite dry and tasteless until I added salt and pepper; nothing to make me want to go back.

Three (yes three) different cups of coffee came with 1-2 little gnats floating on top - the kind of gnats that often are found in houseplants, yet there were no live plants in the restaurant. They did comp the coffee, but it really made me wonder what might be running around in the kitchen.

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

— Not at all

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?

— Below Average

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch

Menu super easy to read for gf items. Delicious food. Staff was courteous, kind, prompt and professional!! Would definitely do this again!!

I was very pleased to find the menu had gluten free beside each item that was gluten free. And I was shocked to find that they serve gluten free English muffins! Our server was fantastic and was very accommodating.

None of their gluten free items are cooked separately.

Celiac friendly?

No

We went to the hotel next door for vacation (comfort inn which btw is now celiac friendly at all) and ended up eating there several times in that week.. my wife who is celiac had no issues at all. They have english muffins that can use for buns for the burgers. The menu is marked what is GF too. If I have to be picky about it.. I can only regret they dont have more options..

Luckily all Denny's have GF items marked on their menus. I've never had a problem here. I love my home town so I might be biased!

The wait staff did seem knowledgeable and very helpful, however the kitchen staff forgot 2 of my grandkids meals. Those 2 finally received their meals an hour after the rest of us had ours. The kitchen staff did a horrible job, not only with our meal, but several others. There was no reason for anyone to have to wait 1-1/2 hrs for their food. They honestly were not that busy.

I will never go there again. Do not trust their gf menu. I spent the night puking. I got the burger with the wavy fries, both says GF. I looked up the burger before I got there and assumed the beef patty was safe because I couldn’t find any info on it

Celiac friendly?

No

They have several gluten free items on their menu that are very good.

Lots of gluten free options clearly labeled on their regular menu. The gf English muffins are amazing!!

The gluten-free English muffin is really good!

They have all items that are gluten free marked on the menu. I let my waitress know i have celiacs and ordered specifically off the gf items. I spent the rest of the day miserably sick.

This location has a knowledgeable staff and I have eaten here over 15 times now with no issues. I’m allergic to diary and gluten and they’ve been really great about preparing my food safely. I have been exposed to gluten at other Denny’s locations so not all of them are safe.

DO NOT GO TO THIS DENNYS. I’ve been exposed to gluten here TWICE. The managers don’t seem to care about food safety and the kitchen doesn’t seem to understand how cross contamination works. Other Denny’s locations are okay, but steer clear of this place.

Celiac friendly?

No

My daughter and I eat here often. Affordable and good selection of gluten free.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

They have GF next to a lot of breakfast items (bacon, eggs, hashbrowns, etc) and was surprised to see GF English muffins. I was specific with waitress and let her know def. gluten allergy/celiac and if they can heat on grill instead of shared toaster. After 3 bites I was questioning how good it was and asked waitress/showed her. She said it was regular English muffin. 😭 now I’m waiting for bad effects.

Plusieurs élements disponible dans le menu. Vous pouvez créer votre assiette avec des aliments sans gluten.

They identify menu options that are gluten free and they offer GF Engiish muffins.

Had breakfast here a couple of days ago. A lot of GF options including English Muffins. Server ok on understanding GF.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I rang them up and the only things they had were grilled chicken and omelettes- I was looking for a gluten free pancake! Not sure if it’s safe or not just super limited options

Food was tasteless. Ordered all foods listed as GF but I have a stomach ache already. Don't know if it was from the quality of the food or from gluten in the food. Not recommended.

I have been here several times without issue. However the last time that I was there, I made sure to be very clear about the seriousness of the need for the food to be gluten free and concerns of cross contamination. My server said they understood made it feel like this was an inconvenience for her. After all that I got sick from the food. Truly hoping it was just a bad server but makes me nervous to come back.

Celiac friendly?

No

I was surprised but they were actually super good! They list everything as being GF on the menu if it is. I have had the Caesar salad and the veggie skillet and have not gotten sick. Breakfast does seem to be the safer option here though.

It's Denny's, so... but, in a pinch it's a safe place to have GF options.

Their menu lists gluten free items. I had a Caesar salad with grilled chicken. The salad greens were rusting and over-saturated with dressing. I can’t recommend this entree.

Tasty food. Many GF options . Great service

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Friends,I was traveling with a Friend who is a diagnosed celiac. We purposely sought out a restaurant that had gluten-free options for us, and Denny's Milpitas was a good fit that was close to our hotel. Unfortunately, this chain is exploiting the "gluten-free" market by falsely advertising an item that clearly is not such and item. When we questioned the server if the French fries (which were marked a "gluten-free") were fried in a separate hot oil fryer as other breaded item on the menu, she reported back to us that all item are fried in the same oil!While I'm not a celiac myself, I've seen the effects that a simple mistake like this has on a true celiac. Please reach-out to this Nationwide chain and share the necessary steps needed to claim "gluten-free" on a menu. Best regards, Jerry LaBant

Celiac friendly?

No

The waitress was knowledgeable and careful. Kitchen accidentally put an English muffin on the plate with the rest of the food and she made them cook the entire meal over, without prompting from us. All in all, a better experience than I have ever had at a Denny’s.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

They now have gluten free English muffins!

Wife very ill within 2 hours of eating here, lots on the menu marked as gluten free but cross contamination must be an issue so no good for coeliacs. Service poor and not helpful in making sure food was suitable.

Celiac friendly?

No

they have a pretty good gluten free breakfast menu, but lunch and supper are a little harder to do. also no dedicated facility, so not good for celiac

The staff was friendly, not knowledgeable but willing to learn and cooperate. There’s gluten free features built into the menu. I’ve eaten at this chain twice and haven’t had a problem :)

Good service and they have extensive marking throughout the menu to help a celiac make smart choices. Will go there again.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

This was a nice surprise. My breakfast was great and I had no issues. The menu is marked with what is gluten free and the staff member we called to talk to ahead of time was confident in explaining how they protect against cross contamination. They even had tips under some entrees like “make this gluten free by substituting etc”. Who would’ve thought.

The first time we ate here, I ordered a gf English muffin before realizing it’s toasted in a common toaster & the butter tub is used for everything. I didn’t eat it, because I’m so sensitive. Making my own Grand Slam with naturally gf food the second time ended up being the best option.

In both cases, service was VERY slow, which isn’t a big deal if you’re not in a rush.

Great options, easy to order, no complications!

Was pleasantly surprised to see that Denny’s now has several gluten free options on menu. I would be careful of CC but I had no reactions.

Great gluten free options with awesome service. Thanks to Shay our waitress.

Wonderful breakfast sandwich on gf English muffin!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Surprisingly Denny’s has some great Gluten Free options that are well marked on the menu including a delicious GF English Muffin. Their hash browns, omelets, etc are GF. They have GF fries and the burgers with no bun are very good. The staff was very friendly and the restaurant was very clean even though it is attached to a truck stop.

DO NOT eat here!! Before we were even sat I asked for a GF menu and was told all the GF items are identified on the menu. When my food came my plate was covered in gravy, not the food just the plate. Since my food came back in less than 2 minutes, on a cold plate, I was sure it was the same food. I had decided not to risk it but since we were traveling and it would be a while before I could eat again, my husband asked them to completely remake the food he was told it was but they would do it again. This time it took 10 minutes and came on a warm plate. The waitress told me the GF muffin was cooked in the regular toaster would that be a problem? As she is setting the plate down in front of me; the English muffin was also placed on top of the hash browns. She apologized and told me “it’s just so rare that someone has a gluten issue”. I wanted ask why they went through the trouble of identifying GF items on the menu if it is rare but did not. She was also so happy to tell me I would not be charged for my meal. When we went to pay for the rest of the ticket, I asked for the manager. Though I received gluten 3 times I did not raise my voice nor did I cuss, I kept my cool and treated him with respect, he did not return it but he did tell me there was no reason to be upset about any of it and especially with him as he has nothing to do with it. He voided the entire ticket not caring that he is responsible for the restaurant he manages and food it serves. I would hope he would have take me seriously as I told him reactions can last months and be deadly for some, but he told me I no reason to be upset. I told him I wanted to pay for the other food that the purpose for speaking to him was to make him aware of cross contamination. He completely felt free food was the solution. I have never ate at Denny’s and never will again. If you put GF on the menu, be responsible to find out what that means!

Celiac friendly?

No