Hula's Island Grill

7 ratings
$$ • Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Bread/Buns, Burgers, Tacos
Safety Rating
3 ratings

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221 Cathcart St
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Most Recent Reviews


Symptomatic Celiac

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Came here and had a wonderful experience. I got the fish tacos and the waitress was very accommodating.

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 2 months ago read full review

Celiac

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There are gluten free options but all grilled on or in shared gluten fryers and grills

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Still eating my meal and am really happy with my experience so far. Came here with a huge group and the waitress was really accommodating and seemed very aware of what was and wasn't ok with celiac.

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

  • Bread/Buns
  • Burgers
  • Gluten-Free Menu
  • Tacos

Categories

  • Dinner
  • Late Night
  • Lunch
  • Restaurant
  • Seafood

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Celiac

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The gluten free options are abysmal

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Well, props to them for at least having a GF menu. However, it's really just regular menu items without the sauces. I did have the fish tacos, they were disgusting, the fish was obviously frozen cod pieces and so not worth the expense. I've been here a couple times, but this was the last, I won't be back.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 9 years ago read full review

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Decent food. They have a "gluten friendly " menu but after explaining that I was celiac she said they are familiar and would treat me right. I ordered the fish tacos due to her recommendation. Honestly. They were burnt and the slaw they had on them was horrendous. However, after consuming I feel ok... I'm assuming since after eating I was spinning a bit that cross contamination had accrued, But the service was great and they were able to make me a tequila sunrise to my ordering which was awesome. Prob won't go back. But since I rely on reviews. Figured id leave one.

Updated 9 years ago read full review

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Went here with a big group of family and was anxious as usual eating at a new place, but I was pleasantly surprised! The gluten free menu had a lot of options on it. I let the server know I had pretty severe intolerance and was worried about cross-contamination. He said his girlfriend has Celiac so he completely understood and said the sauteed shrimp tacos I ordered would be a great option; they use clean pans for everything and he guaranteed the meal would be safe for me to eat. He asked if I would prefer brown rice to white rice and I said brown was fine, but didn't realize all substitutions on the menu are an extra $1. Small price to pay for a great menu, great service, and great meal.

Updated 9 years ago read full review

Reviews of this Chain

Symptomatic Celiac

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Review


GF menu with lots of options. I didn’t inquire about specifics on fired things on the menu like others. Had some tacos and rice/beans. No issues after

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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?

— Good

Celiac

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Review


Good menu, knowledgeable staff. My meal was great, Pork tacos! Good options for everyone.

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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

Hashimoto's

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Their menu has a gluten free page with many options! I’ve eaten here multiple times and it’s always amazing. The wasabi cream sauce is to die for. Staff is super friendly

Safety


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

— Somewhat

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

Celiac

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Review


Hawaiian ceviche was fantastic!

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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

Overall Rating

Review


I had a pretty good experience here although I was nervous since the staff wasn’t very knowledgeable about celiac or which sauces had gluten. They were also inconsistent- the gf menu listed the wings but the waiter told us separately that the wings wouldn’t be gluten free. I got the burger with salad (fries not safe). I felt okay after, some chance I got small gluten exposure. They have a separate gluten free menu, but take that with a grain of salt since this menu doesn’t mean celiac safe.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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?

— Good

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