El Patron Mexican Restaurant & Cantina

Good food good experience menu was clearly marked for GF items

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

— 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 have an extensive gluten free menu, however they have no clue what that means. Every item that said gluten free next to it is actually fried in the same fryer with gluten. I ordered a simple fish dish, nothing fried and still got sick. After speaking to the server, she answered all my questions honestly and was very helpful... However she said they made all of mistakes on the menu about gluten free options. Do not trust eating there unless you have lettuce.

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

— 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?

— Most/All

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

— Average

The menu is clearly labeled, but the staff didn't seem too knowledgeable. After along a few questions, I was offered corn or [wheat] flour tacos with my gluten free order...

No dedicated fryer. There are a few options possibly with non fried soft corn tortillas. Though I don’t feel as if they take much precaution

The staff was amazing and accommodating! They have quite a few GF options and they are marked on their regular menu. I had the taco sampler and was very happy. They give you a lot of food for what you pay and it’s reasonably priced. My husband and I walked away stuffed beyond belief and brought half our food home as well.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The food was amazing! Staff was great! Very knowledgeable about gluten. Definitely go back!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

We found this restaurant on our visit to Orlando the first night we arrived and fell in love with the authentic tasty food. Their menu was labeled GF with all at the safe foods and the manager even came over to check on us mid meal. Their house made corn tortilla chips and salsa were perfect! I get severe reactions and had no problem whatsoever here.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

From the reviews and calls we weren’t sure. It was GREAT and very gf friendly. I am sure we will return during or stay. 👍

Items marked gluten free are actually fried with items containing flour. I explained to the server I still could not eat those items. The server had the kitchen bake corn tortillas and brought them to me to dip in the queso my friend ordered. I would disregard the menu's gluten free items which are cross contaminated with gluten and discuss with your server what you can and can't eat.

Celiac friendly?

No