Merchants Pub and Plate

I told the waiter I was celiac with a peanut allergy. I ordered the special pasta (gf of course) and was served what the waiter later admitted was “partial gluten” pasta. WTF….. NOT a safe gf restaurant. They do not care when they make a mistake. We were treated very poorly after the admitted mistake. Ruined my entire weekend. Do not recommend.

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/None

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

— Poor

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Offers outdoor seating

I eat here frequently and it’s wonderful every time! The staff is well trained, menu is clearly marked on what can be made celiac safe, gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian or vegan. I personally am addicted to their yam fries and will always order those. I’ve tried the salmon, steak, burgers, salads and more with every experience being fantastic.

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

This was awesome! The servers were well-versed in gluten allergy. The food was very good. I'm very picky, having just moved from Houston where there are hundreds of incredible restaurants. This was top notch.

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

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?

— 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 lunch
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegetarian options
• Offers outdoor seating
• Reservations recommended

Everything is marked on the menu, the server was knowledgeable, and I didn’t get sick. That being said it was a little disappointing after looking at the menu online and reading that they have a dedicated fryer. They in fact do not have a dedicated fryer and my “fried chicken” came grilled. It was good and safe but not what we were expecting.

This place is amazing!!! First of all they include if meals are prepared celiac safe on the menu in addition to putting the gluten free options. Also, their food is delicious!!! The waitress was so sweet and wrote down that I had celiac. When the food came out she clarified that it was celiac safe. Their food options are amazing not to mention the gluten free desserts! The service was great and the food was great as well. Definitely recommend!!!

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

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 kids
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good vegetarian options
• Good with other allergies

Menu is clearly marked with what is celiac safe, gluten free, etc. We had celiac safe Mac n cheese, burger with a GF bun and an amazing grilled chicken sandwich on a GF bun. If you are in Lawrence, this is a MUST visit!

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

Safest restaurant in Lawrence for celiac. Menu is clearly marked. Staff is knowledgeable about celiac and cross contamination. Never been glutened here. Food is great with lots of GF options!

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

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

Waitress was extremely accommodating and knowledgeable about celiac. Very friendly staff. Separate fryer for celiac. Overall great experience and atmosphere.

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

Consistently safe.

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

this one of the best restaurants i have ever been to! not only is the food absolutely delicious, there is a lot of variety, a detailed and informative menu (that even distinguishes gluten free and prepared for people with celiacs!), and a clean and reliable establishment. would return there in a heartbeat!!

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
• 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

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 breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers outdoor seating
• Reservations recommended

My favorite restaurant. Lots of menu items marked for this with celiac. I've eaten here many times without issues. The staff is knowledgeable and trained in safe food handling.

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

Items marked gluten free. Waitress knew what celiac was and told me what was safe and what to avoid! Fries are not safe for celiac but yams and duck fat potatoes are. When they brought my burger out, they said celiac gluten free burger so I knew it was GF. Awesome service and food!

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Menu marked items that were GF, items that could be made GF, items that were appropriate for someone with celiacs, and items which could be made appropriate for celiacs, which made me feel confident that they were well aware of relevant issues.

Fries were "GF" but not celiacs, but yams were celiacs. I had the bison burger with blueberry BBQ sauce and would recommend.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

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

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Knowledgeable staff and great food. Always a great experience. Every menu item is labeled on whether it is gluten free, dairy free, vegan, celiac safe, or can be made into one of the above options.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

This place is amazing! Everything, including the drink menu, was labeled GF or GF optional. They also have celiac safe next to certain GF items just in case, and the servers know their stuff.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Best gluten free food in Lawrence. Menu is clearly labeled with what can be made gluten free, and even what is Celiac safe. Staff provides assurance by asking if you need extra precautions for Celiac, and confirms gluten free dishes when bringing them to the table. Best gluten free crispy chicken I’ve had!! Also the Parsnip Dip with gluten free bread is to die for. You won’t be disappointed!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Probably my favorite place in Lawrence. Has tons of gluten free items and the staff is knowledgeable about their menu and which items can be made gf.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Went here on a whim just passing through with my boyfriend on our way home from visiting his family and now it’s going to be our go to spot on road trips to his hometown. Such unique and delicious options. I wanted to order everything! Everything is clearly marked on the menu based on your sensitivity and the staff is extremely friendly and accommodating. I honestly can’t wait to go back because it’s my now favorite spot too bad we live 20 hrs away :( I highly recommend!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Very knowledgeable staff and wonderful food. They know the difference between Gluten Sensitive and Celiac and made recommendations accordingly.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Menu is marked very well with what is safe for celiac, gluten free, and what can be modified. Pork belly and shrimp and grits were amazing. Tried a so-so brownie dessert in a jar, but there wasn't much brownie in it. Seems like the menu changes or is different than what is online. Will definitely be back to try more!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The dinner options are better than the lunch options. I ordered a chicken sandwich, and it arrived with a gluten FULL bun. The waitress realized before I took a bite. I had cut it in half before they took it away. She returned moments later with the same chicken and toppings in a gf bun! That's complete cross-contamination! I had to tell them they needed to remake it all. She put the knife I had cut it with on top of the salad plate I was eating—cut the amount of the salad I could eat in half from the cross-contamination of the knife, and she never even realized it. Not a great experience.

So many options! We started with the gf version of their kale Caesar. It may not look all the fancy but the anchovy vinaigrette and candied garlic pieces in it totally knocked the flavor out of the park. My husband LOVED the gf lamb poutine (entry sized) and I had their delicious bison burger (on a nice-for-gf bun but too crumbly for me to love), with all sorts of phenomenal things on it! We were too full for dessert but our options included gf sweet potato donuts, a gf (oat and almond crust) chèvre cheesecake, and a gf crème brûlée! We would definitively frequent this place if we are in the vicinity.

Amazing GF grits and brussel sprout. A good variety of ales. Knowledgeable staff and great food.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Appreciate that menu designates between gluten free and celiac. Staff were also very knowlegeable. The fish n chips not celiac, only GF. But still plenty of good options to choose from. Will definitely go again next time I'm in Lawrence.

Loved this restaurant. Had the fish and chips. The sauce made the meal. The fish did not have a lot of flavor with the gluten free crust but with the sauce it was great. I was just excited to have it. Some of the dishes were great too. My gluten family loved the food also. They had great options for gluten and vegan and many other restricted diets. I would go again. Not sure why it had three dollar signs. I thought the prices were reasonable. Fish and chips was 12.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Merchant's now designates Celiac and Celiac-Friendly on their menu, going well beyond their original Gluten-free designations. (The Celiac-Friendly designation means they can alter the recipe.) The staff get the issues; they understand that a gluten-free dish in a shared fryer is a no-go. AND the food is fantastic...local and seasonal. There is something for every diet here.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

This place is amazing! The Macaroni and Cheesemonger was sensational and gluten free! This is my favorite gf dish of all time! It's only an 8 hour drive from home to go get more. Get this with the bacon and pork belly. Can I get this Fed-Ex ed? Yum!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Very knowledgable, friendly, and lots of options including berry cobbler! Gluten free!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The selection is great and they prepare modifications to accomodate various allergies. The options are awesome and delicious.

Menu clearly indicates GF items! Food was delicious

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Local and fresh produce, menus clearly designate which dishes are gf, df and/or vegan and great service of great food. At last a really good restaurant you won't regret taking out of town guests to! This from a person who has been gluten free longer than most of their servers have been alive!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

They have a fantastic selection of gluten free menu items, many which do not need to be modified. The menu is clearly marked and the food is delicious. My daughter ordered the mac and cheese and it was so good I thought they made a mistake. We both have Celiac and neither one of us had any problems.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Amazing food! They have a great menu for all dietary restrictions and allergies.

Celiac friendly?

Yes