Hiro 88
$$ • Japanese Restaurant
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One of the first things the server asked was if anyone had any food allergies. He was very knowledgeable about what could be made gluten free. I have a shellfish and sesame allergy and he double checked with the manager, head chef, and even looked up in the cook book to make sure the chicken fried rice wasn’t made with sesame oil (it’s cooked in soy/veggie oil). He was constantly checking in to make sure I liked everything. I ordered the sweet potato fries, chicken fried rice, and an avocado roll and felt great after! I actually got four meals out of the fried rice so beware the portions are huge
This is my favorite place for lunch. I don’t even test anymore with my Nima, because they’ve been very consistent! I always get the fried rice.
I’ve never been to a Japanese restaurant that sourced a GF imitation crab mix to make sushi rolls available to Celiac people like me!! Super impressive. And our server (Megan) was great! She wasn’t terribly aware of gluten issues but was helpful in getting her manager who was very knowledgeable, and she was 100% open to learning to serve other people better.
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First time having sushi since getting diagnosed with celiac. They had tons of options, server was extremely knowledgeable, brought out separate plating and more! No reaction. I tried a few rolls and an entree. Gluten free options are clearly marked on the menu. I will be going back.
This was a fave before diagnosis, and I was thrilled to find out they speak the lingo and are careful! They offer gf versions of many dishes - both kitchen and sushi - and have gf soy sauce available.
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I live in the neighborhood and this is a favorite place. It’s very consistent and I have never been disappointed.
They have stars next to anything that’s gluten free and give you your own gluten free soy sauce. Almost the entire menu has a gluten free option.
I’ve eaten here twice and never gotten sick. The menu is easy to navigate and find gluten-free options.
Many GF menu options and knowledgeable staff.
Today I went for lunch and ordered Chicken and broccoli. Mt NIMA ended up testing positive for gluten so I sent it back. they were super nice about remaking my food, but I didn't have a second capsule so I wouldn't eat it, so I got my second meal to go... they didn't even comp my meal, which I found odd.... Left very hungry! :(
