El Pelón Taqueria

4 recent ratings
$ • Mexican Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Tacos
Safety Rating
4 ratings

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92 Peterborough St
Boston, MA 02215
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Most Recent Reviews


Celiac

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There's a lot of safe gluten free options, with cross-contamination not an issue, and the food is really good as well.

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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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There was a slight language barrier with the lady at the front desk but one of the other workers was able to confirm that there was a dedicated fryer and that they would change their gloves to prevent cross contamination.

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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Careful with cross contamination, everything except flour tortillas are available gf, even fried fish tacos.

Safety


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

— Very

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 lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 2 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

  • Gluten-Free Menu
  • Tacos

Categories

  • Allergy Friendly
  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Dinner
  • Lunch
  • Mexican
  • Online Ordering
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restaurant
  • Takeout

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Gluten-Free Tacos at El Pelón Taqueria
Gluten-Free at El Pelón Taqueria
Gluten-Free Tacos at El Pelón Taqueria
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Celiac

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Really depends which staff member takes your order—one didn’t know anything about gluten free and the other did and told us there was a separate frier. Don’t know about any other precautions taken—separate space, changing gloves, etc. Delicious food! Made me a bit sick but I’m unsure if that’s because of contamination or just the fact that it’s Mexican food.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)

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?

— Some

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

— Good

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Review


Good precautions are taken

Good quality and never got any reactions

Safety


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

— Somewhat

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Updated 3 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

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My celiac son loves this place. We've eaten here a number of times w no issues. The tacos are on corn tortillas (they only use flour tortillas for burritos and quasidillas). The staff was v knowledgeable and helpful. Mind you, we never go when it's packed (Sox games).

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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I went here based on positive reviews from other folks on this website, but hate to say that I was unable to eat anything. When asked about gluten free options the cashier said the fish tacos are GF, but didn't understand any of the usual follow up questions about GF prep space, cross contamination on cooking surfaces, or dedicated friers. Many menu options are on flour tortillas, so the risk of cross contamination seemed high, especially in a smallish kitchen.

To be fair, they don't advertise themselves as having gluten free options, and my family (all non-celiacs) said their food was great. So, 5 stars from my family for the food, but I had no confidence that I could eat there as a celiac.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Good News! No issues for me, biopsy diagnosed Celiac Sprue. I asked what was my best GF option and went with her suggestion. I had the fish tacos with all the normal toppings and sauce and all was well. Tasty and quick.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Great food! I’ve eaten there 10+ times and have never gotten sick. Very safe, 100% recommended.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Eat lunch here all the time. Never an issue and the tacos are great!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Tasty food- large portions. Little to no indoor seating however

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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knowledgeable staff and almost everything there is gf! didn't get sick, definitely going back

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Absolutely love this place; one of my go-to's in Boston. The only gluten in their restaurant is the flour tortillas, so avoid those and you're good. I always get the carmelos steak tacos with guac. Fried plantains are to die for. I have eaten here regularly over the past 4 years and never been sick.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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separate gf fryer, knowledgeable staff and fantastic food!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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One of my favorite local restaurants since before my CD diagnosis! My first time back since being diagnosed, the cashier understood my allergy and said that she had CD herself! One of the major reasons she chose to work here was because she felt safe eating their food. They have corn tortillas, and the plantains are fried in a GF fryer. I always get the El Guapo either in a bowl to take home to my own GF wraps, or with one of their corn tortillas. The people handling the food always change their gloves when there is an allergy. I haven't gotten sick yet!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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