Jake's Del Mar

Key points: - I turned out safe but did not feel safe - Food was overpriced and $60 lobster meal was so bland the butter was the only worthy ingredient - they made the alcoholic drinks strong for the guy in our party, and weak for me, the female

The server said they had methods for preparing food gluten free yet he seemed oddly un-knowledgeable, just good at reciting facts. The people who actually brought the food out seemed offended that I double checked on the GF-ness of the meal, making me inquire harder and they did not offer more info than “yes it is GF”. I asked what procedures were used to make it GF, they responded “we have procedures in place”. Sharing nothing specific, not offering me to talk to someone else. When the food was given to us they didn’t point out that my food was GF, which I feel expensive establishments should, so they can reassure the customer with a food allergy. This is why we went somewhere expensive, so I can expect higher service and accountability. In the end I did not get sick, but that was not an obvious outcome based on interactions with the staff.

I got the $60 lobster because, heck why not we never go out and they promised GF and good food on the beach. Blandest meal I have ever had, I’m pretty sure the rice and vegetables were frozen a long time because they were soggy and tasteless and mushy. The lobster was definitely not fresh, probably frozen before, and a tiny bit of old bay spice was added as the only flavor besides butter. I seriously expected a much grander meal and I don’t know how they can take pride in serving frozen lobster tail and destroyed soggy wild rice in a mush pile with tasteless unknown veggies mixed in, at the price of $60. Ridiculous. My husband and MIL got the seafood pot and it was so -over-flavored that they had zero seafood taste. Clearly Jake’s does not know how to cook or source ingredients, so they either add spice until the lack of good ingredients is not apparent, or just remove flavor altogether because why do they have to make a lobster meal good, it’s lobster. At least that is the feeling I am left with. Definitely not going back. But hey, didn’t get glutened, just lightly scammed 😅

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

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much

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

— Poor

I would say that Jake’s ok. Very good atmosphere and location. They tried to serve me French Fries with a “Glutenous Layer” on them......after telling me that they were fried in a separate fryer. Luckily the manager caught it before I ate them. It was good, just make sure to ask a lot of questions before you eat the food.

I had an incredible experience here last night. The restaurant went above and beyond in making sure that my meal was not cross-contaminated and the manager brought out meal to me personally.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Gf items clearly marked on menu and waiter was very helpful. The ribs are my favorite!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I was there for a light dinner (with toddler in tow) and enjoyed one of the salads. It was delicious and accommodating for kids as well! I will come back... and hopefully enjoy a beachside dinner date kid free 🙂

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Got sick after eating here. Specified I had a gluten allergy. Food was mediocre. Used to be one of our favorite places to eat. But will not be returning again.

Celiac friendly?

No

What an incredible meal! Awesome service. My waiter Avi was very knowledgeable and I had a wonderful selection of choices. Would definitely go back.

I have eaten here twice. Both time they were very helpful and knowledgeable. Food was very good. Ungluten.blogspot.com