Helena's Chocolate Cafe and Creperie

8 ratings
$$ • Cafe
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Crepes, Dessert
Safety Rating
5 ratings

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36 W High St
Carlisle, PA 17013

Most Recent Reviews


Overall Rating

Review


It was great! Absolutely NO cross-contact!! Delicious!!! They can make any crepe you want GF!!! And they have GF macarons!!! I loved all of it, but some of the macarons are not GF because it’s stuff like cookies and cream or something, but still great!!!!!!

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer
  • 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

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 breakfast
  • Good for brunch
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
Updated yesterday read full review

Overall Rating

Review


The cashier told me something different she told a friend of mine. A friend of mine was told, they gave two separated areas to prepare the gluten free and non gluten free items. I was told, they are prepared on the same area, but wiped off in between. I tried it regardless and did not get glutened. I tried the Nutella crepe and had a coffee. You get free refills for the coffee. I loved it there. Great ambience in addition to the food. There are also plugs to plug your laptop in. I will be back for certain.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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The crepes are cooked on same griddle as non gluten free crepes-this is not GF for cross contamination! Verified this in person

Updated 6 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

  • Reported to have a dedicated fryer
  • Crepes
  • Dessert
  • Gluten-Free Menu

Categories

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Cafe
  • Healthy
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Takeout

Photos


GF macaroons.
GF Strawberry Nutella crepe.
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More Reviews


Overall Rating

Review


I was at first impressed by Helena's options of Gluten-free crepes and macaroons.

I will no longer be doing business at Helena's due to an incident where they switched my order with my guest who ordered a regular crepe. I asked to make sure my crepe was gluten free and they said it was. After I ate half my crepe I had realized that our orders were switched and I became very upset as I realized I was going to become very sick. I talked to the manager who proceeded to tell me that they take allergies seriously but that I need to expect that these things can happen when I go to a restaurant with gluten and was confused why I wanted to speak with him. Helena's management does not ensure the safety of it's gluten free patrons and I would not recommend this establishment to others.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


I was at first impressed by Helena's options of Gluten-free crepes and macaroons.

I will no longer be doing business at Helena's due to an incident where they switched my order with my guest who ordered a regular crepe. I asked to make sure my crepe was gluten free and they said it was. After I ate half my crepe I had realized that our orders were switched and I became very upset as I realized I was going to become very sick. I talked to the manager who proceeded to tell me that they take allergies seriously but that I need to expect that these things can happen when I go to a restaurant with gluten and was confused why I wanted to speak with him. Helena's management does not ensure the safety of it's gluten free patrons and I would not recommend this establishment to others.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Never had a problem here and the food is always delicious. I've had both their sweet and savory crepes and both were amazing!

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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The GF crepe and macaroons were delicious. They were gluten aware and friendly. Overall a top rate experience. I'll be back again and again.

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Helena's has gf options. Tried the flourless cake and macaroons, both delicious. Can't wait to try the crepes next time!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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