Review of Fred's Mexican Cafe

I have two kids with celiac and I am gluten intolerant. I called after reviewing the menu, to make sure they could modify for /accommodate us, and was told in 2 different calls that we could have almost anything modified. Sadly, after arriving at the restaurant, we found that it wasn’t so simple. My daughter likes Kalua pork, so ordered the taco plate (~$20) and was denied Mexican rice because they put flour(!) in it. Seriously, just why? The taco were small and the pork was sparse and dry and chunky, not like a true Kalua pork. I ended up having to order her two carne asada tacos ala cart at another $15 to fill her up. We ordered shrimp tacos for the other kid and myself, it ended up being a very expensive bland and worrisome meal. The server knew what was safe and not, but our choices dwindled down to a few things (small portions) and I felt no security that we wouldn’t be glutened. We doubled up on our GliadinX supplement and no got sick, so there’s that. The place is a Moose Mcgillycuddy’s establishment so don’t count on cleanliness, value, quality, nor family environment. It feels like a drunken beach bar but it wasn’t as fun. I wouldn’t return.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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?

— Poor