McAlister's Deli

4 ratings
$ • Deli
Reported to have a gluten-free menu

Warning

This is a chain, which typically means a high risk of cross-contact. It may not be possible to dine safely at this establishment.

Safety Rating
2 ratings

As rated by the community

119 SW Loop 410
San Antonio, TX 78245

Most Recent Reviews


Overall Rating

Review


loved the food always good and they offer gluten free buns

Safety


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

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?

— Not Much

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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers delivery
  • Offers online ordering
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


No longer have gluten free bread at this location.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 8 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Tried to eat there. Management didn't have a GF menu and seemed unsure what to do.

Updated 9 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

  • Allergen List
  • Gluten-Free Menu

Categories

  • Allergy Friendly
  • Brunch
  • Deli
  • Delivery
  • Healthy
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Online Ordering
  • Takeout
  • Vegetarian Friendly

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Overall Rating

Review


My first outing for gf bread request. Happy.

Updated 9 years ago read full review

Reviews of this Chain

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Salad and sandwich on GF bread and no trouble.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
  • Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Quality & Quantity


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

Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


I’ve gotten sandwiches on gluten free bread, spuds, and salads here several times and have never gotten sick.

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?

— Good

Gluten Intolerant

Overall Rating

Review


I had their grilled cheese with GF bread and their tomato bisque (which is gf). I thought it was very good. I only do pick up orders so I’m not sure about service. I don’t get sick so I’m good with it.

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


My gluten free daughter (has Celiac) has eaten here several times without issues. They are always very nice and very quick when we order through the app and go pick it up at the window.

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


I informed person taking order that 2 sandwiches were for people w/celiac. I’ve eaten here many times before with NO problems. This time that was not the case. Sandwich had identifiable ingredients not in my sandwich along sliced areas of bread, there was mustard on bread (only Mayo on sandwich). Obviously gloves were not changed, clean knife was not used. I have to assume that there was not attention to application of Mayo as well. I was severely disappointed when I had typical cross-contamination symptoms that 30-45 minutes after eating. This was my first bad experience with the deli. I love the quality & care that USED to go into my food prep there. The manager (I spoke with her the first time I visited this deli) has been super educated and is very knowledgeable about all gluten sensitivities. She explained their procedures for making sandwiches (which was same as other McAllisters I’ve eaten in back in Midwest). I felt very confident about ordering my food yesterday. That was a mistake. I do not know that I’ll ever eat there again. You can’t see the prep being done, so you are at the mercy of whoever is making your food. And it appears the attention to procedures and protocols regarding allergies is not strictly adhered to. Beware and eat at your own risk no matter how delicious the food is. The pickles have great dill flavor and crispiness. (I hate to not say something good about the food.) Service at counter was very good. It was the actual sandwich prep that was the problem.

Safety


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

— Not very

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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Offers delivery
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating

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