Dulce Vida Latin Bistro

Got a cheese and chicken empanada, the chipotle chicken tacos, and carne asada. All delicious! The gluten free cheesecake was delicious as well, basically just the cheesecake too with no crust and a jam on top. Service was wonderful and a cute little place that does takeout as well!

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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Run, don’t walk, to the best Colombian GF restaurant in Manhattan. We are GF and Vegetarian and found so many great options. And so delicious. This will be a regular spot for us from now on.

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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Gluten free empanadas! Their food is delicious.

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

Found this treasure a couple of Months ago and now a standard in our rotation. My celiac son had loved empanadas (pre-diagnosis) and did not have good empanadas until recently. Nearly all of the menu is GF and the soup is great as well as the rice dishes. The owner is very helpful in answering questions and my son has not gotten sick.

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

— Very

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

Had a delicious meal this evening. Most everything on the menu was GF. Owner and server both knowledgeable about GF protocols and cross contamination. Not inexpensive, but highly recommend.

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

— Very

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

Most everything is gluten-free except for a couple items on the menu. The people are friendly and seem knowledgeable about cross contamination, etc. Food is excellent! My child and I are both celiac.

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

— Very

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

Everything except the sandwiches and a couple desserts is gluten free! Everything else is safe from cross contamination. There’s an extensive menu including empanadas, arepas, Colombian main courses, and great deals on lunch specials. Also a very cute location with Colombian decor. Such a gem and very safe!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main 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 Characteristics

• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good vegan options
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

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

— Good

Food was amazing and everything on their menu (with the exception of brunch) is gluten free.

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

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

— Excellent

Delicious!! Felt very safe eating here. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful!!

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

— Very

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

The food was DELICIOUS. I think the entire menu is GF including an ample dessert menu with a gf section. Staff was very sweet and knowledgeable. Empanadas are must have.

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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Great empanadas,Authenic Colombian cuisine

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

— Very

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 Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers delivery

The place is legit gluten free however service is awful. We were there for less than one hour, took forever to get food and then we were asked to leave because they needed the table. Who asks guests to leave their establishment?

Perhaps tip is added automatically because they don't care about their customers.

Shocked and disappointed.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Love this place! Pretty much all gluten free and so delish! We had chiccarone, guac with chips, plaintains and fried yucca, shrimp and avocado salad, soup and the cod. All excellent, esp the margaritas! Super nice people too. Can't wait to go back.

Very good food & service. Got the vegetarian Bandeja Paisa veganized (omit egg).

A little pricey, but not for the area. Space is on the small size, but nice bar & decor.

Tested my dish with my Nima device & all smiles.

Will definitely come again.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Excellent meal. 95% of their menu is already gluten free. Had their empanadas and bread basket with no issues after. Delicious!

Everything was very good, Empanadas or arepas, coffee, soup and dessert

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Great and totally safe gluten free food - I am extremely allergic and have never had a problem here. The hosts/servers are very attentive. Yummy food.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac safe. Fabulous food & service.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

They do not have a specific GF menu but most items on menu are already gluten free. It was brunch when I went and they do serve some gluten items (pancakes, toast, etc) but told the waiter of my celiac and was assured everything was prepared in a separate space. Got the shrimp and cheese grits and an arepa, it was sooooo good! I want one right now as I write this review!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Delicious. I wish we were in NY for more than a day so I could have eaten there again.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Amazing and delicious GF DF options. The server and kitchen were very knowledgeable. Will definitely be back!

My new favorite place. The food is very good. The staff is so nice and accommodating. Almost everything is gluten free.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Very knowledgeable staff, great food options. I had an arepa blanca, and the pico was delicious. Great cocktail menu, too!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

We ate here THREE times while in NYC. That’s how good it was. Almost everything is gluten free, and it’s delicious. Celiac safe and so, so good.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Excellent food with numerous GF options. Hard to choose. If I had more time in the city would have gone back. Arepa was delicious. Had a frijoles with steak and plantains bowl. See pics. The place is small so you might have to wait.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Absolutely delicious! Wonderful and knowledgable staff! My new favorite gluten free place!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Amazing! Didn’t know how I would feel about Colombian food, but I’m converted! You should definitely go!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Excellent food! Courteous and knowledgeable staff too! Great spot after the Met! So many choices! Dairy free too!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Only had the empanadas & they were amazing! Very hot & crunchy. Ate them twice is 3 days of my visit. Very nice staff as well.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Almost everything on the menu is GF, and it’s marked if not. They have a GF fryer that they make their empanadas in— a real treat!

The food was amazing. Almost everything is gluten free and the staff is knowledgeable. We had the mixed grill for 2 and the soufflé for dessert. Sandra and mojitos are also excellent. Nice citrus and pineapple notes add to a traditional mojito.

The food was good, and it may be gluten free - but the service was very poor. Be warned: they automatically add gratuity to your check, too.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

GF food is clearly marked and the food is great! I tried this place after returning from Miami and craving empanadas. Now I order once a week- I highly recommend chicken empanadas!

Not everything is Celiac friendly but staff quick to point out what was. Very good Colombian food. Check out By The Way gf bakery down street!

This place was really fantastic for us. Seating is a smidge tight, but service was very friendly and pretty quick. And almost EVERYTHING is gluten free naturally .. awesome. The empanadas were great, asking with the tostones with guacamole were delicious (mild was hotter than we could really handle... recommend no spice if you aren't a heat lover). They also had gluten free desserts... Will definitely be back.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Wonderful, fresh food! Very celiac friendly! Welcoming staff! Quick walk from the Met.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

As noted by others, the empanadas are really good, especially the chicken empanadas. The stuffed peppers are amazing, with lots of flavor. The red beans and rice are excellent as well. I'd say over 90% of the menu is GF, including nearly all of the Colombian food. Burgers and sandwiches (both not GF) are available for those tagging along with you and want something a bit more American.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

amazing GF empanadas

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Really really good empanadas and they have gf baked goods too. I only tried a cookie which was good.

This meal just fixed my day. Nice warm soup, fluffy rice and attentive staff, makes all this snow so much more bearable! It's so celiac friendly they mark the few items that actually CONTAIN gluten, which makes a nice change!! Highly recommend.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Empanadas -- I missed them so!! Really good food :)

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Very tasty lots with lots of options.

Amazing empanadas! Never got sick! They do a good job of keeping things un contaminated! I eat there all the time! They have a lot of gf options and desserts!

This lovely little place has yummy empanadas & pandebonos among their GF specialties. Gives the feel of a Spanish diner, eat in or take out. GF is not always marked, so ask the knowledgable staff. Try a few dessert options! Worth the trip!