Hard Eight BBQ

Like the other reviews have said, excellent BBQ and they take great precautions to try to ensure no cross contamination. I had the brisket and ribs and I also tried the potato salad, jalapeño cream corn and the beans. The corn is mediocre, but the other sides are good. The brisket and ribs were great! And I like their original BBQ sauce too. *** There is no dedicated fryer, so no French fries or sweet potato fries for Celiacs. *** There are less expensive options for BBQ, but none that beat the flavor and definitely none that beat the friendly, well trained staff. I’ve been to two locations and the staff has been wonderful at both.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

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

• Dog friendly
• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good with other allergies
• Offers outdoor seating

Amazing BBQ! Almost all the meat is gluten free, as well as the beans. I go here often and have always had a good experience!

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

— Very

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

Good Texas BBQ. The pulled pork is NOT gluten free. So when I realized this and saw them cut the pulled pork on the cutting board in front of me, cross contamination was a HUGE concern.

But then when I explained I had celiac disease they took a lot of precautions.

1.) They traded out the knife with a new knife. 2.) They traded out the tongs with new tongs. 3.) They brought out a new cutting board.

I put my food on a separate tray as well and all of the sides inside are individually packaged so I wasn’t concerned inside with cross contamination.

Great food and I appreciated their efforts once I told them I had celiac disease.

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.)
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

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?

— Excellent

AMAZING Texas BBQ! Loved the brisket!!! It was our favorite! But I also thought the pork ribs were the best I’ve ever had! Rib eye was outstanding as well!!! Original BBQ sauce is gluten free! (Spicy is NOT) They have a list by the serving pit of the gluten free meat and sides. PULLED PORK IS NOT GF. But all other meats are! Can’t wait to come back!

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

Called ahead of time and was advised there is a gluten free menu. When I arrived I asked for the menu and staff promptly got it for me. Definitely a good choice of gf options! The meats were amazing! Several sides are also gf, the jalapeño sweet corn is amazing!!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Besides being delicious bbq, it was so wonderful to take part in the excitment of the various bbq stations at Hard 8. The staff is so well trained in gluten allergies! EVERYONE I questioned while walking through knew what was and what wasn't gluten containing. The pork ribs were to die for and the bbq sauce was perfect. They cut them on a clean seperate cutting board from other items. My non Celiac daughter enjoyed every bit of gluten she had, especially the mac n cheese. Can't say enough...fun, fun, fun and very yummy!

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

Always a favorite! I love the beef brisket, sweet potato and regular BBQ sauce. I also have eaten the Cole slaw and not reacted (although it’s not on their GF menu)

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

Lots of gluten free options and knowledgeable staff.

Great experience. Had a brisket baked potato with regular bbq sauce and their sweet potato fries. Did not get sick as a celiac. :) will be back.

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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