Waitress knew about celiac and could point me in the right direction. No gf menu. Have udi’s bread but not a dedicated toaster. Most of menu can be gf (eggs, soup, sandwich) but def somewhere not to branch out at
— Somewhat
— No gluten-free information on the menu
— Some
— Excellent
I used to visit this location all the time but then they removed their gluten-free toaster. Not a deal breaker but was a bit of a red flag in my mind. The last time I visited I told the waiter I was Celiac and that my meal (a naturally gluten-free dish) needed to be gluten-free and I didn’t want any bread. My meal was brought out with regular ciabatta bread on the plate. I sent this back (stressed again that even crumbs can make me sick) and 5 minutes later the same dish came back, only now minus the bread. At this point I don’t feel safe eating anything there and can not recommend it to other Celiacs.
No
This location currently has a dedicated gluten-free prep space. They also are testing gluten free bread. They have a gluten free guide for their food on-line, but not at the restaurant, so prepare beforehand. I had a great meal here.
Yes
There’s an allergen menu that you have to scan on your phone. They have a dedicated GF space in the back (including a toaster). There’s a reasonable amount of stuff to order as long as you get the GF toast. I didn’t experience in cross contamination and the staff seems knowledgeable.
— Very
— No gluten-free information on the menu
— Some
— Excellent
Several decent selections for breakfast/lunch and good safety measures. GF bread/toast available for breakfast or sandwiches, and they said can do gf French toast with it (which we haven’t tried). I asked about butter and they said gf toast always comes no-butter, which made me happy for kitchen safety. Eggs and bacon were good, and lots of gf omelet options. Grain bowls also gf using quinoa.
— Somewhat
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Some
— Good
Gluten free options on menu, staff asked if allergy and plate was marked as such. Found my new stop when making the trip from WV to knoxville
— Very
— Some
— Excellent
To start off, I have been to First Watch many times with and without my family (who eat gluten-free), and every single time the staff has been accommodating and very friendly.
They have plenty of gluten-free breakfast options with foods that are inherently gluten-free (eggs, bacon, fruit, etc.). You can substitute any bread on the menu for gluten-free bread, including the french toast! They always ask if you have a gluten allergy to make sure the kitchen accommodates you.
— Somewhat
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Not Much
— Excellent
I am bummed. Food was delicious but my stomach is paying bad. I told the server I was extremely allergic to gluten and she seemed understanding. I shouldn't have came here. ☹ it's things like this that make me never feel safe eating out. I know there is a warning with it being a chain but at other locations I haven't had a problem.
— Not at all
— Not Much
— Excellent