Dinosaur BBQ

5 recent ratings
$$ • Barbecue Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Popular gluten-free menu items: Brisket, Pulled Pork
Safety Rating
5 ratings

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604 Union Street
Brooklyn, NY 11215

Most Recent Reviews


Asymptomatic Celiac

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They have a gluten free menu. The waitress seemed knowledgeable about gluten free and my plate was brought out separately.

They did bring out gravy on the side but made sure they knew I could not have it

Safety


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

— Somewhat

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 month ago read full review

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Food is tasty but not 100% confident about the safety. I’ve also had the cornbread being put on my plate after asking for GF only, like others here.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

Updated 1 year ago read full review

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A savory experience in a spacious restaurant! Would recommend.

I am enormously sensitive and had no reaction at all. The staff was knowledgeable about celiacs' needs and helped with the gluten-free menue. As other reviews mentioned to have experienced cross-contamination, I asked them to take extra care and they assured me they would. And everything went just fine.

I had a "Combo Plate" to try out their variety of meats. And it was a great choice. A real barbecue fest!

My favorites were the ribs (so savory and tasty!) and the beans (tasted simply delicious!).

The pulled pork and coleslaw were good. The brisket just slightly tough but still good and tasty.

Staff was a little slow when it came to taking the order and processing the bill but food arrived very promptly (the venue was not highly occupied though).

I'd definitely come back.

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
  • 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?

— Some

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

— Good

Other


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

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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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Barbecue sauce is gluten-free

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Gluten Intolerant

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Note , same as others have said. Service waas good. They work on autodrive in the kitchen apparently. Even when you mention gluten free, they still put the cornbread on top of your meat. We were there at opening time 4pm, with no crowd, and my wife who is gluten intolerant, asked for no cornbread, remove it from the order. And she still got cornbread on top of her meat. Server did not pick up on it eitBBQ. . Overall, good bbq. We used to go to the one in Rochester before my wife's diagnosis, so we're not sure if they had gf options.

Safety


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

— Not 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?

— Good

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Unfortunately got sick here. I've been before with no issues, but this time (as many of the other reviews say) my plate came out with cornbread. I asked if it was GF and she said no, said they would "replate" my dinner. I think they may have just removed the bread and sent it back out.

I think this can be safe but you have to be super vigilant.

Safety


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

— Not 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?

— Average

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Had a separate GF menu and all of their BBQ sauces were GF as well.

I had the ribs and brisket with greens, coleslaw and baked beans. It was all delicious and hit the spot. Our server knew what to do when I said I was GF. They typically bring out the platter with corn bread on it and we double checked and she said they wouldn’t be since I said I was GF.

Felt great after eating here and would recommend!

Safety


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

— Somewhat

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 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Rich GF Menu! Food is great and there’s a lot to choose from. Very reasonably priced. The place has a nice vibe, very spacious and service is good.

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 2 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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Gluten free menu but got glutened by the wings. May have been the sauce - try them dry rubbed to be safe.

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 2 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Their GF menu had many good options. They brought my food with a piece of cornbread on it (the cornbread is not GF), but when I asked the waiter about it he was very apologetic and they remade it. The food, especially the sausage, was delicious. I did not get sick.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

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 keto
  • Good for lunch
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for takeout
Updated 3 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Cross contamination issues. Probably best avoided for the super sensitive.

Safety


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

— Not 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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Amazing bbq. Finger licking good

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Gluten Sensitive

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Great food! Got the ribs/wings combo. Delish! Creole deviled eggs we’re a bit spicy for me. Great food. Washed it down with a raspberry cider ( alcohol)

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 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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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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They had a specific gf menu with lots of choices. Fantastic food and the best bbq I've ever had and I'm from Texas. Highly recommend.

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Wonderful staff - very knowledgeable with GF menu - delicious food. Fun/Cool environment.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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This place was delicious and safe. The waitress knew what she was talking about with regards to gluten etc.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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Delicious BBQ for Brooklyn, very good bar, never had any cross contamination issues. The key, as usual, let them know if you are celiac. Manager brings out plate which is different than a general diners plate.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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The server understood when I said "celiac" and the food was fantastic. Gluten free menu is available and is clearly marked.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Safe bet! Many options and a gluten free menu & beer 👍👍

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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GF menu is available. Staff not super knowledgable but aware and helpful for food allergies and celiac. My daughter had the honey chicken wings and was fine. The dinner plates seem to come with a piece of corn bread. I didn't get a chance to ask if it was GF or not. Corn bread was not specifically listed on the Gf menu. So make sure to confirm to avoid sending a plate back. Hoisin chicken wings are listed on the GF menu which surprised me since hoisin sauce is typically not GF.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 8 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

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Symptomatic Celiac

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Knowledgable staff. Gf plates are different color.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 8 years ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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Great Bbq and the manager served my plate separately. They understand food allergies.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 9 years ago read full review

Reviews of this Chain

Symptomatic Celiac

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Honestly, I feel 75% of the time they get it absolutely right. I have no idea about cross-contamination policies.

I usually feel ok/good after, I did eat their wings and felt like I was going to get sick to my stomach immediately. That was over a year ago though.

Ribs are so good! Love the food, recommend the mashed potatoes as a side for sure!

Haven’t been in a long time. A bit pricey but serving sizes are great.

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

Celiac

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Amazing food, everything was great and prepared separately. All bbq sauce is gluten free

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

Symptomatic Celiac

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Separate GF menu with a separate allergen folder. The manager brought out the GF separate from the rest of the food. Our daughter who is Celiac and sensitive to cross contamination had a great meal. We'll definitely be back!

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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
Celiac

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We ate at an event where Dinosaur BBQ supplied the food. The host requested everything GF and explained there was someone with Celiac. I also called to get my own comfort level. I felt very reassured by the person on the phone that they take great caution in their preparation to avoid cross contamination. She even told me "if the host is serving GF rolls, make sure your son goes through the line first to avoid cross contamination." That told me that she understood.

The food was delicious and my son felt safe eating it.

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

Overall Rating

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Delicious brisket tacos and baked beans. Waiter gave me the full run down on their procedures when I asked for the gluten free menu. And they had GF beer!

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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free

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