Meli Cafe & Juice Bar

10 ratings
$$ • Cafe
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported gluten-free menu items: Bread/Buns
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8 ratings

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301 South Halsted Street
Chicago, IL 60661

Most Recent Reviews


Symptomatic Celiac
10 months ago

The wait staff was largely unhelpful. I wouldn’t eat here if you want to feel confident about things being gluten free.

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6 years ago

Made me feel really sick and they asked if it was a serious allergy and I replied with yes and I still got super sick I got the crepes and a friend got the French toast both gluten free and we did not feel good after but overall good service but besides that not very good

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Celiac
7 years ago

buckwheat crepes #ftw

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Important

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.
Information contained in this listing is based on reports by the community. Please verify all information directly with the establishment.

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7 years ago

Order gluten free crepes and about an hour later puked.

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Celiac
8 years ago

Asked for a gluten free wrap. They served me breaded chicken inside the wrap and did not take any responsibility. Avoid.

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9 years ago
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9 years ago

Great, friendly service. Food is amazing and very reasonably priced. Great atmosphere. One of my favorite gluten free brunch spots.

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9 years ago

I was lured in by their appearance in this app. They have GF options but their pancakes and crepes are cooked on the same surface. The server was great to warn me and I should have heeded that warning. An hour after ordering a (blah) salad as what I felt would be my safest option, my belly is now bloated, I feel half asleep and the brain fog heaviness is rolling in. I guess I'll find out how badly I was glutened by tomorrow. I definitely don't recommend if you are severely sensitive. I was going to bike on this beautiful day, now I'm gonna waste it with my head down.

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11 years ago

The GF pancakes here are really great. Big proportions, good coffee, tasty food. This is your GF breakfast spot.

11 years ago

Gluten free menu...great GF crepes!

Reviews of this Chain

Symptomatic Celiac
5 months ago

The bartender didn’t know what cross contamination was and said the potatoes weren’t ok. Then they gave me gluten free toast that was made in a toaster with regular toast. Then another server said the potatoes were fine.

I think the staff need to be (re?)trained on celiac, because this was a stressful experience that required way more communication than I expected based on prior reviews.

Also my omelette took 50 mins to come out so if you’re in a hurry on a weekend be warned.

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GF Menu Items
  • — Omelets
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Other
  • — Good for dairy-free
5 months ago

SO many gluten free options!! Great prices and huge portions.

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GF Menu Items
  • — Bread/Buns
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Separate gluten-free menu
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  • — Knowledgeable staff
Other
  • — Good for dairy-free
Hashimoto's
6 months ago

Great place to get gluten free food, friendly service and large GF menu

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GF Menu Items
  • — French Toast, Crepes
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Gluten Intolerant
9 months ago

I love this place!

Symphony crepes are so good!

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

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