Lilit Cafe

This place is very quirky and the staff can be a little dismissive (like “yeah, yeah… we know, celiac”) but still nice. BUT, the food was pretty good and no one got sick so, big win in my book. The kids had a cheesesteak sandwich for the first time and had to ask repeatedly what the little hard cube was in their salad (b/c they’ve never had a crouton, I realized). Will definitely return!

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.)
• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

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?

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Offers delivery

Delicious gluten free sandwich options!!

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

— Very

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

Great food and I have never had any problems with getting gluten free items

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

While this restaurant has an extensive gluten free menu and the staff was very knowledgeable about gluten free, the food just wasn’t good. We had two gluten free patrons and two gluten eating patrons. Everyone was in agreement that the food wasn’t our cup of tea. I ordered the gluten free crab cakes with mashed potatoes and vegetables. The vegetables were really good. The masked potatoes were instant. The crab cake was disgusting. It tasted funky and like it was made with canned crab. This was disappointing considering the region and that I had waited all week for these crab cakes. I would give this restaurant a 1/10 only because the vegetables were edible.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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?

— Poor

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good with other allergies

We eat at Lilit at least once a week. The owner and staff are very knowledgeable about gluten free and other dietary constraints. The food is fresh and tasty. The are many gluten free options.

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

— Very

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

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• 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

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dinner
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options

While it is a very cute place, I do not recommend the pizza. Very bland.

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

— Somewhat

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good vegetarian options

Cute place with a gluten-free 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

Went here few nights ago, very casual, staff was very nice and food was delicious and safe for my son who has celiac.

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

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Good for takeout

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?

— Good

Wow, such a great find! Yummy lasagna. So many options that are celiac safe!!

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

Cheesesteaks are good. Lasagna is better than my mother’s (don’t tell her!). Always a great option.

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

Amazing, good prices, lasagna is great, huge selection in the market for gluten free food BEER which is rare for celiacs, baked goods, and more! They have all the best GF beer brands and you can order them with your sit down meal as well.

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

Stumbled across this place while waiting for my car to be done getting serviced nearby at Acura and I’m so glad I did!! Had a delicious Philly cheesesteak on a gluten free baguette — to die for! They also had all kinds of fresh baked gluten free cupcakes and I bought two and they did not disappoint. The small little market inside had some incredible things so I stocked up and left with frozen ravioli, cinnamon buns, and lasagna noodles which are all usually hard to find! Will definitely be going back :)

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

Chicken kabob was delicious!

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for dinner
• Good for takeout
• Offers online ordering

Amazing! Love Lilit and get take out from there as often as I can. We drive over from Silver Spring just to get food (and gelato) from there. The additional GF items you can buy from the store part of Lilit is so convenient. I’ve gotten holiday pies and birthday cakes (and GF beer).

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• 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
• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

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

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers online ordering

I was not impressed with this place at all. The food was okay and probably fine for people who just need to be gf. I’m also df and the person taking my order was clearly not super knowledgeable or really listening to my order I guess.

Before ordering my sandwich I state that I needed my order to be gf and df. I ordered a gf baguette and no cheese. She made no mention that it was Against the Grain bread so literally made of cheese and to add insult to injury there was cheese on the sandwich.

It was carry out and someone else in my group traded me for their safe meal, so I didn’t even bother going back in for something else. There are enough better places around here that I don’t think I’ll bother going back.

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

— Somewhat

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

Such great food whenever I come here! They also have a collection of gf goods from local D.C-area bakeries (in the back market section). They are super knowledgeable about gluten allergies. I’ve never had a reaction to anything ordered here. Favorite restaurant ever!

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

Om nom nom! Their GF bagels were tasty and didn’t make me sick. It seems like a cute mom and pop shop. They are knowledgeable about GF/Celiac. There is a little shop that is connected that has a lot of GF products you can’t find everywhere. I’ve been looking for graham crackers forever! They also have a variety of cupcakes that are gluten free which normally I have to settle for a single GF cupcake at other bakeries. My only complaint is that their eggs seemed like they were cooked in straight grease. The sausage, cheese, and bagel were perfect, but the eggs were a bit funky in that way. Threw me off. Would go again though. They have 3 GF bread options for any sandwich you want on the 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?

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout

Awesome food and knowledgeable staff.

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Celiac or not, you’ll love this place! If I lived here, I’d eat here all the time!

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

— Somewhat

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

I believe the owners have a family member who is celiac. They really take it seriously. I have ordered many sandwiches (including cheesesteak!) from them and never had a problem (be sure to mention you have celiac). They also have gluten free cheesecake (!) and sell a small selection of gluten free packaged dry goods -- crackers, cookies, etc., which is convenient.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked
• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout

Had a great experience here. They are careful with the food preparation and the pizza is delicious! Many gluten free baked goods and grocery items to choose from as well.

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

Gluten free crab cakes! Also gluten free groceries available, including the closest we have found to French bread.

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for takeout

Im a strict GF eater. Lilit Cafe was exceptional.

They have a separated kitchen area dedicated to GF meal preparations. GF food is marked. Highly recommend.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Completely dedicated gluten-free kitchen
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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

• Good for takeout

Cute little Italian deli/mini market with some Indian Food options and overall very gluten free friendly. I'm Celiac and my husband generally sticks to the gluten free diet whenever he is with me. My husband has the gf mahi mahi and said it was great. I had the gf french toast and a gf egg with cheese sandwich. My husband really liked his meal. Mine was pretty good and options I usually can't get elsewhere. My husband tried the gf peanut butter gelato. He is generally very picky about ice cream and gelato but he thought this one was very good. I had the gf red velvet cupcakes and it's the best I've had in the area.

In the market area we found gluten free beers we couldn't find elsewhere and a whole freezer section with goodies from a gluten free bakery, Sweet 27. There was also an aisle dedicated to gluten free products from popular gluten free brands.

As a Celiac, this place struck me with awe and a sense of giddiness. We will definitely be back!

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

— Somewhat

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?

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good vegan options
• Good with other allergies

I am gluten and dairy free and was able to get a chicken cheese melt with vegan cheese and gluten free bread!! So many options and great snacks ans they are so so so nice.

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering

I’ve had lunch here twice recently and it is a new favorite. They ask as you enter if you are dining in and if you would like a gluten free menu or regular menu. It is a small cafe inside a shop. Many gelato flavors to choose from, fresh baked cupcakes from a local bakery, and lots of gf options in the freezer section and dry goods. They carry full size gluten free pecan pies, pumpkin, and Apple strudel (may be seasonal) and full size cakes in the freezer. Worth trying for breakfast, lunch, and have entrees, too.

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?

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options

I am relocating and really going to miss this place. It’s the only place in the DMV where I feel safe eating the pizza. Very knowledgeable about cross contamination and there pizza is pretty good, not a homemade crust but it’s the best gf frozen crust I have found. Great cupcakes and gelato also.

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

Great sandwiches, the baguette was delicious and didn’t fall apart even though the sandwiches are stacked

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• 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

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering

Delicious. Have eaten here many many times without a problem. Very sensitive to cross- contamination.

A wonderful gluten-free experience! So many options - salads, sandwiches, pizza,

desserts and more. Have eaten here many problems and never had a problem.

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

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Nice variety on the menu and we felt very safe eating here.

Really great! I will be stopping there every time I’m in Bethesda. At first upon walking in I wasn’t really sure how it works, because it is a store, carry out or dine in type of cafe. I didn’t see anything GF on the chalkboard menus so I asked and then we decided to be seated and were given GF menu. I was very impressed with the items available. I got the GF spinach lasagna and Caesar salad saying no croutons and then when I got up to look at the GF shopping section and GF cupcakes the guy who seemed to be in charge asked if I wanted GF croutons to which I said of course! While we waited he kindly brought my husband and I each a small cup of lentil soup on the house! It was great! My meal was wonderful! My husband thinks they may have accidentally given him a GF pizza so he says his rating is 4.5 because the sausage on his pizza tasted like breakfast maple sausage and because of the crust. Mine was excellent though! We finished off our meal with gelato and it was delicious! We will definitely be going every time we are in Bethesda. It’s such a nice little place with many food options.

amazing gluten free menu with an extensive selection! There are gf sandwiches, pizzas, bagels, entrees and more! We had grilled cheese and an order of French Toast. They also had a great selection of items to purchase such as cookies, pretzels, pasta and more. There are also various gluten free desserts including cheesecake, chocolate mousse cake and gelato. Highly recommend!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Food was fair. Waiter was knowledgeable. Had Italian grinder on baguette. Bread so hard that it was difficult to eat. Lunch meat was dry. Regular food eaten by my kids was not very good and pricey. Would not recommend .

My favorite place to grab a gf sandwich in Bethesda. Quick and easy with knowledgeable staff. They also sell gf grocery items.

Nice small cafe with a separate gluten free menu. I had Italian style potatoes and hummus plate (served with toasted gluten free bread instead of pita bread). Both were very good and tested gluten free on testing with Nima. Also ordered gluten free pizza but it showed low gluten since they only have one oven for all pizzas.

The waiter asked if we wanted a gluten free menu - that’s a first! 1.He brought both types to the table so you don’t feel like you’re bothering them to go get a gf one. 2The gf menu was very similar to the regular menu. Great choices 3. There are so many gf desserts!!!!!! And they’re so good! Carrot cake! Nutella cupcake! Cheesecake cupcakes, tarts, etc! Ahhhhh! 4. There is a side of the restaurant that has freshly packaged desserts, some frozen, to take home and a wide range of mixes that you can purchase. Also a large selection of drinks, wine and beer are available in the refrigerated section. 5. This place was an easy choice for my husband to pick because every review was 5 stars. They deserve it! So does my husband for choosing it!!

Really good, and Celiac safe! Also lots of gluten free grocery options in the shop. My favorites are the caprese salad, meat lasagna, and dulce de leche gelato—yes, Celiac safe gelato!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Gluten free Heaven!! Such a unique experience. What a blessing with so many options.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I've been gluten-free for most of my life, and Lilit has always been a good, consistent option. I'm so happy they were around when GF was not a popular diet, and that they've managed to stick around!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Sooooo tasty! We had house salad with grilled chicken added, chicken tikka, grilled mahi mahi. Good size portions, service was attentive, food came out timely and they accommodated my requests for no oil/butter on veggies. Not fancy, but with meals made with such care and flavor as these, who cares.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

When we walked in we were immediately asked if we needed a gluten free menu. Daughter had Philly Cheesesteak and loved it! So happy others before us had reviewed this gem!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes