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El Borracho

3 ratings
$$ • Mexican Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Cider, Tacos
Safety Rating
3 ratings

As rated by the community

2717 6th Ave
Tacoma, WA 98406

Most Recent Reviews


Celiac

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Chris was super awesome and knowledgable! They were able to make most items gluten free. Phil was pretty cool too. I got a yummy pork enchilada

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Amazing good, good drinks. Knowledgeable about what is GF and what isn't and my order always comes out flagged from the kitchen. Great wait/barstaff.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

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Believe the hype! I had heard about their yummy tacos and delicious cheap margaritas, so we checked them out. Yes to tacos, meaty for my GF and vegan for me.  The margaritas were tasty! The chips, salsa, and especially the guacamole were tasty (and free refills on chips and salsa). But go for the amazing vibe and outstanding service! I was recently diagnosed with celiac disease, so I'm forced to live a gluten free lifestyle and avoid cross contamination of any kind to stay alive. I asked the server for help, and Phil was an absolute sweetheart, keeping me safe and filling my belly with goodness. And hours later I can report that it's totally celiac safe. Can't wait to go back!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 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

  • Cider
  • Gluten-Free Menu
  • Tacos

Categories

  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Mexican
  • Restaurant
  • Takeout
  • Taqueria
  • Vegan Friendly

Photos


Menu in July 2018
Menu in July 2018
Menu in July 2018
Menu in July 2018
Menu in July 2018
Gluten-Free at El Borracho
Gluten-Free Tacos at El Borracho
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4 years ago

Reviews of this Chain

Symptomatic Celiac

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Staff is very knowledgeable about the gluten free diet and cross contamination. They are vegan, but the vegan substitutes and delicious and filling. The nachos are absolutely delicious and staff is kind and patient.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • 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?

— 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


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers delivery
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
Gluten Intolerant

Overall Rating

Review


Restaurant has changed to vegan only. Staff was knowledgeable about gluten allergies. I didn’t order due to the menu shift. I love meat!

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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Offers delivery
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
  • Paleo friendly

Overall Rating

Review


Absolutely a lovely lunch! 2 of the servers have celiac here. They both came up and assured me of the precautions they were taking. They also mentioned they are constantly trying to make improvements so if I do have any issues to call them and let them know. Very reassuring to me and my family who always worry whenever we go out to eat! I had nachos since the chips are in a sealed bag so I felt like that was the safest option. I took a picture after I had to quite. So delicious!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac

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The staff was very helpful and knowledgable about cross contamination for celiac guests. They are able to use corn tortillas for any of their dishes, including their burritos. The chips are also GF - warmed in the oven, not fried in a shared frier.

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This restaurant is NOT CELIAC SAFE. I went there based on the previous reviews. They don’t have a gluten free menu, they just say “most of the stuff on our menu is gluten free”. But they serve and make flour tortillas here and they make them in the same place as the corn tortillas. So...NOT CELIAC SAFE. We tried picking out the safest thing from the menu but it all arrive in dishes that in no way could be celiac safe in a restaurant that also serves flour.

Celiac friendly?

No

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