Fuego Old Town Eatery

Their GF menu is fantastic—the breakfast enchiladas are delicious! I’ve been many times and I’ve never gotten sick. The staff are very friendly and knowledgeable, and will let you know about potential hidden gluten on your friends’ plates (in case you’re tempted to sneak someone else’s food? Lol). Highly recommend!

I haven’t had to wait more than 15 minutes for a table on busy weekend mornings, which is a total win for this brunch place in Victoria! The decor here is really fun, and the hot sauce is actually quite hot while still being flavourful.

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

I was so happy to find this place. They have a gluten free menu and took special care for my meal. I didn't get sick so I will go back for sure.

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

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

They have a GF menu with a ton of options. I love Mexican food so I loved this place for breakfast. Would recommend!

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

I'm a baby when it comes to heat so I thought my breakfast was a bit too hot for me but otherwise it was a good meal. I had enchiladas filled with pulled pork with rice and refried beans as my sides. It was really good except my mouth was on fire. But, I'm a mild salsa kind of girl.

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

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

— Average

Fantastic GF menu and options. I didn’t feel like I was compromising or missing out at all

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

We went for brunch and the kitchen is small. The waitress was understanding of celiac and warned that they could do what they could in the back but didn’t want to make any promises. I ordered the GF harvest breakfast since it seemed easiest to prevent CC, it was good but felt like it was missing something

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?

— Some

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

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Dog friendly
• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegetarian options
• Offers outdoor seating

Seperate GF menu, excellent CC protocol, and so many options. They really get celiac and source GF ingredients well. I felt really taken care of and the food was incredible!!!

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Food is okay—not amazing. But they have a gluten-free menu and servers are pretty knowledgeable.

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

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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?

— Average

Very pleasant surprise. Highly recommend the fish tacos and pork enchiladas

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Big gf section on menu. Delicious food! Servers seemed to be aware of celiac.

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

— Very

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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

My favourite place to eat in Victoria. Gluten free menu. So many options. Almost everything except pancakes can be made gf and they understand celiac cc well. Ate breakfast here 3 times in one week visit. Go early, it gets busy after 10.

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

— Very

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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options

Fuego has delicious food and the staff are knowledgeable. Before COVID they had a more robust GF menu, however many items can still be prepared GF. The chef will pan fry potatoes for you to have with your eggs in a safe, separate pan. The bennys are delicious!

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

— Very

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for lunch
• Good selection of healthy options

The waitress was very knowledgeable and went back to ask the chef about if she could make things gluten free. I was able to get amazing gluten free enchiladas! No sick feeling later either

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

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for lunch
• Good selection of healthy options

No issues. Food is delicious, and staff were good at making us comfortable!

Edit: Came back again. Bellies full and NOT at ALL poisoned! This place rocks. The chorizo is safe! Shared fryers! Scraped and scoured stoves! A dream! (Get a GF menu)

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Food was amazing! Staff were very knowledgeable and accommodating. There is a separate gluten free menu. They don’t have a dedicated fryer but there are loads of celiac safe options from Tacos and Enchiladas to Salads and Breakfast/brunch!