Eggheadz Cafe

23 ratings
$ • Cafe
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Crepes, Pancakes, Waffles
Safety Rating
16 ratings

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16952 Oak Park Ave
Tinley Park, IL 60477

Most Recent Reviews


Celiac

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A long list of gluten free waffles & pancakes. OMG the banana fosters waffles are to die for!!! My daughter loves the bacon waffles. Never have an issue.

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?

— Not Much

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

— Excellent

Updated 2 years ago read full review

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I eat here often because they have so many gluten free options - pancakes, waffles, toast, and crepes. They also make any other adjustments needed.

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

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

Other


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 vegan options
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers online ordering
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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For people who don't have Celiac, the restaurant seems alright. However, it's definitely not Celiac friendly. I'm not sure how it got a 96% rating. Honestly, only people who truly have Celiac should be able to leave review is like that, or it's deceiving. They don't know very much about gluten, they don't know which of their ingredients has gluten or not. They have a huge gluten-free menu full of Pancakes, Crepes, waffles, but none of it is actually gluten-free because they openly State on the menu that it's all mixed in the same area, batter bowls, and all made on the same Grill. They do not clean the grill. I ended up getting a skillet, and I'm hoping for the best right now, especially because I'm pregnant. They didn't know if the sausage was gluten-free, so I got ham instead . I ordered Crepes for my daughter who is Gluten Sensitive but does not have Celiac, and they brought her the regular Crepes instead of the gluten-free Crepes. Luckily, the waitress detected the difference in color and we were able to have the new Crepes made. I definitely will not be going back. Do not trust this place if you have celiac.

Updated 4 years 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

  • Crepes
  • Gluten-Free Menu
  • Pancakes
  • Waffles

Categories

  • Allergy Friendly
  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Cafe
  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Healthy
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Online Ordering
  • Takeout
  • Vegan Friendly

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Celiac

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My wife has gotten ill the last few times we've been here. They have a lot of gf options. Not so sure they are careful with preparation.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Food was great! Waitress did not understand what gluten was nor did she care.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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The absolute best gluten waffles that I have ever eaten. The service is also amazing. We will be back tomorrow.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Wheat Allergy

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Updated 7 years ago read full review

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Have eaten here a couple of times. The gf pancakes are awesome! All their food is very fresh. Treat yourself to some freshly squeezed oj, or juice. Enjoy!

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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They have a GF menu and the pancakes were very good. The wait staff isn't very helpful but I've never gotten sick. Try the GF crepes with fresh strawberries.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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We had a great experience at Eggheadz! There were plenty of gf items from which to choose, service was fast, and food tasted great! We had omelets and skillets and shared the gf pancakes which tasted wonderful! We would definitely return to this restaurant.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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We stopped on our way back to Indiana from Chicago because it had a good rating. Worth the few miles out of the way! Just note that the GF menu only lists pancakes, but the skillets are naturally gf and they note allergy on your order ticket so the grill gets cleaned. The non celiacs in the group loved the extensive eclectic menu! Will definitely stop here again.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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My sister, husband and I are are all Gluten Intolerant. Eggheads Cafe is one of our absolute favorite places! The GF pancakes and crepes are delicious! It's great getting pancakes that actually have the light and fluffy texture of regular ones! We've not had a problem with their syrup either. Their staff and service are very quick and friendly too! There are plenty of options available for those who have gluten allergies and sensitivities!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Gluten Sensitive

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Great breakfast spot. All staff I have encountered are knowledgeable about allergies. Recently they have begun offering GF wraps for their sandwiches. Now I've got a new lunch spot. :)

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Gluten Intolerant

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 8 years ago read full review

Celiac

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We have been going there several times a month since they opened and have never gotten sick! Their food is quick and delicious. We always ask them to put an allergy alert on the check & request that they clean the grill first, just to be safe. We love their GF crepes & pancakes (try the banana nut or fresh blueberry. Syrup has never been a problem for us) and have also never gotten sick with their hash browns and home made corned beef hash. Try the chicken salad in a tomato or avocado! Alas, no soup is safe, and no GF bread for toast or sandwiches. We love it here anyway!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 9 years ago read full review

Celiac

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The crepes are excellent!! They have a very extensive gf menu on top of that, but honestly I always get the crepes.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 9 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Awesome! their gf menu includes crepes, waffles, pancakes, & toppings of fruits & nuts. busy place, nice atmoshpere

Updated 10 years ago read full review

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great gf menu, had the bacon waffle and it was everything I had been missing at breakfast time, it is our go-to breakfasr place.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 10 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Stopped here while traveling. Was so pleased they had a fairly large gf menu for breakfast, including pancakes, waffles, crepes, omelets, etc. Pancakes were big and fluffy, but slightly gummy in the middle. Ordered the "American" breakfast with scrambled eggs and was given over-easy eggs. Not a big problem, though. Staff was friendly and helpful!

Note: gf batter contains dairy and nuts (almonds).

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 10 years ago read full review

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great gf breakfast menu available!

Updated 11 years ago read full review

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They have the best gluten free pancakes by far!!! They are not heavy and dry, they are light and creamy.. they also offer gluten free waffles and crepes which are very good also...

Updated 11 years ago read full review

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