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The last 2 times I've been here, they screwed up my order and had to remake my food. The chef will come out for show and pretty much just nod if the dish can be made gluten free, but they aren't terribly diligent. Take a close look at your dish and make sure they used the GF penne (pointy and grooved) and not the wheat rigatoni (smooth and cylindrical).
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Maggianos has recently been voted #1 for celiac friendly by AllergyEats!! They sent a chef out to talk to me when I informed them of my dietary restriction. The chef explained how they could modify dishes to make them gluten free. The staff was very knowledgeable and I felt taken care of. The food was delicious and exactly what I needed after a long day of working in an unfamiliar city.
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went during restaurant week... they still accommodated our gf needs. thank you!
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Celiac friendly |
Yummy!!! Good GF pasta and other options with no contamination! Great atmosphere and efficient take out as well.
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Celiac friendly |
This place is awesome. They are so accommodating. Very very nice people. The pasta is to die for!!!!! Don't know about these bad reviews. The chef always comes to our table & have had no problems.
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Celiac friendly |
my coworkers and I had lunch to go today. I called and ordered the chicken rustic. when I got there i doubled checked my order and the guy said that it was gluten free. I ate my lunch and afterwards I had an upset stomach with cramping. I went all day feeling horrible, needless to say this will be my last time there.
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Was not impressed by this Maggiano's in Houston. The waitress did not have the chef come to my table, which has always been done at their other locations. She said they were "in a thing.". If they were in a thing, then who was cooking?! I should have left at that point but I didn't have any other options nearby, as I was on foot. Waitress was horrible. I asked twice for a straw & never got it, and the restaurant was empty! Food came out wrong and was completely bland & tasteless. Won't be going back to this location ever.
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Not celiac friendly |
Sadly we had to give this location a one because of unfortunately being gluten'd. We have dined at another Maggiano's dozens of times with no incident and like mentioned below the chef would always come to our table. Here we had to ask and it didn't seem this is what they did, right off the bat I became nervous and sure enough I was feeling sick before we left to go home. We are new to Houston and sadly this location is a one and done for us. If you're Celiac I wouldn't recommend this location, sorry.
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Fantastic chicken parm...they just used grilled chicken. We had caprese as an appetizer and it was great. Love this place. My son who has celiac had a big bowl of GF pasta and loved it...he ate every bite.
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Great gf pasta selection and lots of attention from management. Very good.
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Their "to-go" staff needs some education about gluten, but I never worry about my food. They take it seriously and I have a lot of trust every time I go there.
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Not celiac friendly |
4 Columbus Ave., Boston, MA 02116-3910
The waiter was great! The restaurant boasts that they are allergen friendly, but then the chef refused to alter my meal. The waiter and manager tried repeatedly to get me to order another item which I couldn't do because it was the only item that met all my allergy needs with only one (gluten) alteration needed. After I restated my specific needs over and over again the manager finally made my meal herself. We ended up waiting quite a long time and were made to feel pretty lousy about the whole thing. It was a let down and a waste of time for us. Don't go to this restaurant if you want to eat without a hassle.
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8030 Renaissance Parkway,, Suite 890, Durham, NC 27713
I had been kind of worried about going to a Maggiano's because of the reviews but our usual Italian place lost power so we decided to try it. I felt really good about the fact that the staff knew the protocol, from the hostess to the waiter and chef. To be safe I went for a non pasta dish and ordered the filet and risotto which was delicious! I didn't have any issues and I can usually tell pretty quickly after starting to eat. I had a good experience.
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Celiac friendly |
#2 The Boulevard Saint Louis, Richmond Heights, MO 63117-1122
Knowledgeable staff, super aware and accommodating of a Celiac’s GF needs. The Chef personally took our GF diner’s order table-side. We’ll certainly dine here again.
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Celiac friendly |
11800 West Broad Street, #2204, Richmond, VA 23233
Soon after sitting down, the staff asked if anyone in the party had any food allergies. After telling him I was gluten free, he offered some menu suggestions. The manager stopped by after my third choice still wouldn’t quite work, but was willing to change the meat option to accommodate my needs.
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Celiac friendly |
10455 NE 8th St., Bellevue, WA 98004-4346
The waiter asked about dietary restrictions when we sat down, then brought out a dedicated allergen chef to talk with me about my restrictions and what I’d like to order.
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3200 Las Vegas Blvd S Ste 2144, Las Vegas, NV 89109-0722
Had the salmon with lemon butter sauce and spinach, super delicious!! As a side I ordered GF pasta with marinara sauce. The pasta was good but I had a reaction to the sauce. There isn't a GF menu, however their policy is that the chef will always come out to reassure you that what you ordered is truly GF
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602 Memorial City Mall, Houston, TX 77024
Did not have the same sparkling experience here as the other review. Yes, they can put GF penne in most pasta dishes. But our server gave me no further information about what was safe to eat, and there is no GF menu. I was not offered a visit from the chef. Basically, “we have GF penne, ready to order?” Actually, in general, the service was really bad. Disappointing and would not return to this location.
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Celiac friendly |
160 N. Gulph Road, Suite 205, King of Prussia, PA 19406
Plenty of time taken to make sure my gluten free choices come to me perfect. Staff always very helpful. Love the different choices I have. Only thing that could be added to this restaurant to make it perfect in my eyes is some gluten free bread.
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4 Columbus Ave., Boston, MA 02116-3910
The staff asked about allergies right off the bat which was nice. The GF pasta is soo good- actually sent it back to confirm it was GF since it is soo delicious I wasn’t sure it was GF. Service is excellent.
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Celiac friendly |
9101 International Dr Ste 2400, Ste. 2400, Orlando, FL 32819-8120
Staff are knowledgeable and there were a lot of gluten free options. Not marked on the menu, but communicate with your waiter and they will help you customize your meal. Everything is made to order and it is super easy to modify dishes. The gnocchi can not be made gf because they are coated in flour, but other then that they have tons of options. They do have gf pasta and starter chips, in place of bread.
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Celiac friendly |
9101 International Dr Ste 2400, Ste. 2400, Orlando, FL 32819-8120
Outstanding service and flavour! Huge portions! ALL staff is very well trained in handling food allergies! I ordered an Italian tossed salad(no croutons) and their signature “rigatoni D” with gluten free penne—it was sooo good:) Gluten-free pasta or whole wheat penne available for substitution (570/690 cal) $19.75 Our Famous Rigatoni "D"® Herb-Roasted Chicken, Mushrooms, Caramelized Onions, Marsala Cream Sauce (1610 cal)
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500 16th St Ste 150, 16th St. Mall Promenade, Denver, CO 80202-4265
Amazing!!! Best pasta ever and I didn’t react. (I am a celiac for all wondering)
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Celiac friendly |
16405 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85254-1578
Went to a private party, they were serving a family style menu. I told the server of my needs. The chef came out and discussed my needs. He let me know he would personally make my food. When they brought a course out, he brought mine separate. I had gf pasta, salad, spinach artichoke dip, all excellent, and when they were eating cake, he made me a creme Brule. Way to go!
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Celiac friendly |
10910 Domain Dr., Suite 100, Austin, TX 78758
Chef came out to talk to my celiac daughter about her gf pasta.
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Celiac friendly |
3055 Olin Avenue, Suite 1000, San Jose, CA 95128
Delicious gluten-free pasta - server made sure to clarify it was for an allergy and had chef come by our table - with lots of different options. Friendly service and good wait times for drinks and food. Love the classic pasta dinner option (take 2nd pasta home)
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Celiac friendly |
#2 The Boulevard Saint Louis, Richmond Heights, MO 63117-1122
Well, first time writing review...but had to after eating here. My husband and I both have gluten issues(Celiac and Intolerance) ....staff was incredibly knowledgeable and they have “from scratch” kitchen, most everything on the menu can be made gluten free....GF rolls were incredible ....can’t recommend high enough!
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3055 Olin Avenue, Suite 1000, San Jose, CA 95128
I had chicken Parmesan (grilled) and pasta. The chef came to see me to discuss options and answered any questions. The place is amazing. And if you order the selected pasta dishes, you get to take another meal home. Amazing! Many choices.
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Celiac friendly |
4400 Ashford Dunwoody Rd., Space #3035, Atlanta, GA 30346-1513
I had a fantastic Alfredo here! A rare dish to get while eating out for celiacs. It did not disappoint! Chef came out and waiter told me about 90% of the menu could be made gluten free.
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Celiac friendly |
602 Memorial City Mall, Houston, TX 77024
The staff was very helpful and very pleasant. When I asked the waitress if they had a gluten free menu, she stated that all dishes could be made with gluten free pasta. She then offered to have the chef to come out to our table. I had seen this on another review on here, but it really happened. The executive chef, yes one listed on their website for this location, came out and explained everything. He said all but the ravioli and lasagne could be made for me and all sauces were gluten free as well. He took my part of our order himself with notes on the ticket, then waitress came back to take remainder of party. He was very patient and respectful of my needs. Definitely would recommend this chain and location to anyone.
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Celiac friendly |
3200 Las Vegas Blvd S Ste 2144, Las Vegas, NV 89109-0722
They have a dedicated, separate kitchen! The food is fantastic, and you can order anything on the menu and explain that it needs to be gluten-free. They take dietary issues seriously. All dishes are made from scratch and modified to be completely safe. I was extremely impressed!
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Celiac friendly |
#2 The Boulevard Saint Louis, Richmond Heights, MO 63117-1122
We’ve been frequent visitors of Maggianos for a few years now. My mom and I both have gluten and dairy allergies. Usually this is a tall order, but since the restaurant makes from scratch food in the back and the chefs are extremely knowledgeable and accommodating it’s such an amazing experience. They offer gluten and dairy free pasta and biscuits! The chef always comes out to talk with us about what we want and how he can accommodate those meals to our allergies. This gives us so many choices and it’s affordable to boot! We are there yesterday and I’m sure we’ll be back soon! I can’t say enough good things about eating at Maggianos!
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Celiac friendly |
10910 Domain Dr., Suite 100, Austin, TX 78758
Very conscious staff. I always feel safe eating here.
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Celiac friendly |
4 Columbus Ave., Boston, MA 02116-3910
The staff was extremely kind and the chef came out to greet our table to give us confidence that our Celiac needs were being met. It was a lovely gesture. My only reason for 4 stars and not 5 was the drinks were a little slow to arrive. But we would absolutely return. All of the food, GF and not GF was delicious!
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Celiac friendly |
3200 Las Vegas Blvd S Ste 2144, Las Vegas, NV 89109-0722
The chef came to our table and informed us about gluten-free options. They have separate space for making gluten-free food. Celiac friendly. No reaction after the meal. Really nice food!
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Celiac friendly |
500 16th St Ste 150, 16th St. Mall Promenade, Denver, CO 80202-4265
Our appetizer and salad was excellent, but I was disappointed when my gf spaghetti turned out to be penne that was tough. They offered to remake but said it would be a bit tough again so we declined. They comped us for my meal and gave us a complimentary gf dessert which was excellent. We would go back but not for pasta. Our food in general was very good and staff was knowledgeable
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Celiac friendly |
240 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL 60523
Gluten free items are not marked on the menu, but the chef comes out to talk through options. Other than fried items, most things could be modified to he GF. Staff was very knowledgeable.
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Celiac friendly |
4400 Sharon Rd, Charlotte, NC 28211
This location holds true with most other Maggiano’s. Staff is well informed . Tested with Nima. And if you buy a pasta they give you one to take home ...
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Celiac friendly |
9101 International Dr Ste 2400, Ste. 2400, Orlando, FL 32819-8120
Food was amazingly delicious and attention to gluten free was fantastic.
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Celiac friendly |
2089 W. Big Beaver Rd., Troy, MI 48084-3403
Visiting area and I had never been to one before. Waiter told me anything on menu can be made gf! I had chicken Parmigiana. It was grilled chicken with the sauce and cheese. It was excellent. I was also given a side of gf pasta. It came out hard. They made me a new one. It was cooked more but still quite ale dente so I didn’t really eat very much. The waiter offered me a free crepe brûlée for being so patient. (I didn’t mention the pasta second time). The Creme Brûlée was wonderful! I would come again but probably ask to substitute vegetables or a potato for the pasta.
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Celiac friendly |
16405 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85254-1578
I talked to the manager and chef before eating here. They assured me they can accommodate gluten free. When I got there I told the waitress I needed to order gluten free and she had the chef come out and speak with me. He told me all of my options and my pasta was amazing!
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2100 Annapolis Mall, Annapolis, MD 21401
I read below that if you call in advance they will make meatballs GF but I called and that is not the case. However we enjoyed our meal. The chef came out to talk to us about our order and pretty much let us make up what we wanted (we are also dairy free). Portions were large. Service was excellent and attentive. Pasta was broken apart, however, which happens sometimes with rice/corn pasta.
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Not celiac friendly |
3055 Olin Avenue, Suite 1000, San Jose, CA 95128
The food is amazing but sadly every time I eat here I have gotten sick. I really love the food so I have tried to give it a few second chances but it keeps happening.
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Not celiac friendly |
10300 Little Patuxent Parkway #3160, Columbia, MD 21044
I unfortunately have Celiac disease, so finding safe restaurants can be a challenge. Maggiano's has always prided itself on being extremely careful with cross contamination and has numerous gluten free options. Last Friday (5/25/18) I went out do dinner with my family at this location, which we have done about 10 times in the past year. I didn't finish my meal (GF ziti) so I had the server put it in a take home box. Several days later I went to eat my left overs and found a piece of regular spaghetti in it. For those who haven't eaten at Maggiano's and gotten GF pasta, they only have one type of GF pasta and it isn't spaghetti. This is the SECOND time this has happened at this location in the past 6 months. The previous time the chef and manager came out and really bent over backwards to apologize and told me it was a new employee, etc. They assured me that this would not happen again and that the problem has been corrected. Well now that this has happened again I see that the problem is now a pattern. My family and I really love this restaurant but it just isn't safe. As much as it saddens me I would highly recommend that anyone with a serious gluten allergy or someone with Celiac disease avoid eating at this particular location.
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3550 E 86th St, Indianapolis, IN 46240-2424
Very accommodating. Chef comes out to take your order and make it special for you. I did take away a star because in my take home pasta I found a bunch of different noodles when the only GF noodles are Penne. This has me a little nervous
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2000 Route 38 Ste 1180, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002-2100
Bland generic pasta only served in penne, gluten free pasta needs to be cooked differently and served differenu than resilient regular pasta- it completely falls apart and is flarvorless in sauce. You can do better.
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Not celiac friendly |
600 Commons Way, Bldg. E, Bridgewater, NJ 08807-2806
Really enjoyed the meal. Really did not enjoy the aftermath. Chef came over, seemed safe, food was good, but I was glutened.
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Celiac friendly |
10300 Little Patuxent Parkway #3160, Columbia, MD 21044
The chef came out and discussed my options, and said he would cook my meal in a separate part of the kitchen. I am also dairy free and they could still accommodate. I’ve eaten at this location 3 times and always been fine. Definitely recommend!
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1901 E. Woodfield, Schaumburg, IL 60173
I ordered my Chicken Romano to be gluten free. The Sous chef came out and when I asked if that dish could be made gluten free he said yes. The dish came and had no Parmesan or any type of breading, just a piece of grilled chicken. Why wouldn’t the chef tell me that the chicken would be absolutely plain? I would have ordered something else!
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Celiac friendly |
10910 Domain Dr., Suite 100, Austin, TX 78758
The manager was brought to my table to explain the process of preparing gf pasta in a new pot. All sauces ate gluten free. Yummy Alfredo!
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Celiac friendly |
9101 International Dr Ste 2400, Ste. 2400, Orlando, FL 32819-8120
Great for celiac. Go here. They will send someone dedicated to Celiac appropriate food to your table to work with you and the waiter. No issues.
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3200 Las Vegas Blvd S Ste 2144, Las Vegas, NV 89109-0722
No gf menu but the chef comes out to discuss. Not that many options, but ok for a nice lunch. The taste of my chicken salad was excellent. No reactions.
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500 16th St Ste 150, 16th St. Mall Promenade, Denver, CO 80202-4265
Really nice and attentive staff, but i definitely got glutened.
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Celiac friendly |
3368 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30326-1008
Chef always comes to table to ensure that you are comfortable with preparation methods. I do not recommend ordering pasta, as I do not believe they (or anyone rew) are careful enough with cross contamination between pastas on the stove. I have never had a reaction, and I am extremely sensitive to contamination.
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Celiac friendly |
307 Hawthorn Center, Vernon Hills, IL 60061
With any allergy or sensitivity, the manager comes out to take the order personally. We felt so safe and no reactions.
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Celiac friendly |
516 North Clark St., Chicago, IL 60654
Waiter asked about allergies before taking our order. Chef came out and talked to us to cover everything. They got my order confused and piccata came out instead of marsala, but we got it all sorted out in the end.
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#2 The Boulevard Saint Louis, Richmond Heights, MO 63117-1122
The first time I ate here was fine. The second time they were out of GF rolls so they asked if they could comp by sending me an additional pasta home. I thought that was great and ordered the veggie penne with GF noodles (obvs). Well they sent me home with WHEAT pasta!!!! I ate 1/4 of the dish before realizing something was wrong. The noodles looked exactly the same as the GF option except orange, and the texture was softer. I became extremely ill that night and the entire next day. My boyfriend ate the rest of the dish and confirmed it was exactly the same as what he has eaten at the restaurant (ie wheat noodles). I'm not sure if I want to eat here again. GF control is pretty good for dining in, but I'll never do take out again. The gluten free rolls are awful, imo and not worth the calories. They could buy any brand of rolls literally anywhere and they would taste better. Not sure why they haven't caught on yet... they also take FOREVER to come out even though they supposedly start them as soon as you sit down.
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600 Commons Way, Bldg. E, Bridgewater, NJ 08807-2806
I ordered a caprese salad and entree after the chef came out and spoke with me about how they could accommodate someone with celiac. The caprese salad came back cross contaminated after using my Nima gluten sensor but the entree was safe and tested gluten free. They stated the salads are prepared around other gluten ingredients and the entree was separate so my review is great for the entree and poor for my salad. I'll go again but am not totally confident it's celiac friendly so I'll bring my gluten tester to be sure. The staff seemed to really care and take interest in making the accommodations as well which made me feel comfortable.
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Not celiac friendly |
1901 E. Woodfield, Schaumburg, IL 60173
I talked to the waiter but still got completely sick here. Would not recommend
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16405 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85254-1578
The staff was super knowledgeable about gluten free offerings. The chef even came out to talk to me about what the kitchen would be able to do to accommodate me. A+.
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Celiac friendly |
2500 N Mayfair Road, Wauwatosa, WI 53226-1409
Always a great place to get a consistently safe meal. Love that the chef comes out and talks to you about their current gf offerings. They have a separate preparation area.
| Monday | 11 am - 10 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am - 10 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am - 10 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am - 10 pm |
| Friday | 11 am - 11 pm |
| Saturday | 10:30 am - 11 pm |
| Sunday | 10:30 am - 9 pm |
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