Metro Diner

2 recent ratings
$$ • Diner
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Bread/Buns, Burgers, Sandwiches
Safety Rating
2 ratings

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2068 Plank Rd
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
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Celiac

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This place is amazing! They have a whole separate gluten free menu and can substitute many thinks to make it celiac safe! The bread is so good and soft that I had someone else try it just to be sure it was gluten free!( It was :) 10/10 will definitely eat there again!

Safety


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

— Somewhat

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

Quality & Quantity


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


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 4 months ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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This is smaller than other Metro Diners I’ve seen. Very busy but the staff seemed very calm which made for a nice atmosphere. Decent separate gf menu. I specifically went due to reviews that mentioned how good the gluten free toast was. And it’s true!! They use UDIs white bread which surprised me. Server was great. The bacon was cold if that matters. Home fries were delicious. Server told us there is a separate area of the grill that they use to cook gf foods. Didn’t ask if they use separate utensils

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
  • Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen

Quality & Quantity


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


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for lunch
  • Offers online ordering
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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The service was very good. The staff was knowledgeable about gluten free options. The GF menu contained mostly breakfast and lunch options. I had the 2 eggs, bacon, toast and hash browns. Another time I had the avocado on GF toast. It wasn’t as good.

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


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


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good with other allergies
Updated 3 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

  • Reported to have dedicated kitchen space
  • Bread/Buns
  • Burgers
  • Gluten-Free Menu
  • Sandwiches

Categories

  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast All Day
  • Brunch
  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Diner
  • Dinner
  • Keto Friendly
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Online Ordering
  • Paleo Friendly
  • Takeout
  • Vegan Friendly

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Good food, although I ordered a gluten free grilled cheese, and it was barely toasted. This chili was good though. However, my plate came with gluten crackers, so there’s that. But, I didn’t get sick
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Celiac

Overall Rating

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


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


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
Updated 3 years ago read full review

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Had GF grilled cheese and chili. The grilled cheese was barely toasted. The chili was good. My plate came with gluten CLUB crackers that were wrapped, but I didn’t end of getting sick, so that’s good

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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Updated 4 years ago read full review

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I eat here all the time. Best gf toast ever!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

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Fabulous atmosphere, knowledgeable staff and a really yummy GF sandwich. There were plenty of GF choices. My only wish would be for more desserts, but maybe it is healthier for me that there wasn’t.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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The food is delicious. The staff takes precautions when preparing gf items, but some items may be made on the grill with non gf foods.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Delicious gluten-free BLTs!!! I’ll definitely be back.

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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This was an excellent visit. I ordered an egg sandwich on gluten free bread and the server asked if it was an allergy. I said yes and she took her ipad that they take orders on and marked up gluten allergy. That indicates to the kitchen to use he dedicated space for my entire order to avoid any cross contamination. It was delicious and reassuring to know they take that seriously. Highly recommend. Great variety. They also have a gf menu you can ask for.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Reviews of this Chain

Symptomatic Celiac

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I love Metro Diner. They are incredibly accommodating, have a large gluten free menu, and take careful precautions. Their gluten free substitutions are very high quality (the sandwich buns are some of the best gf buns I’ve had, you can’t even tell) and many of their items are already gluten free. I’ve never gotten sick here, or at any Metro location, and the waitress here even went above and beyond to make sure I was safe and comfortable. Delicious food, fun atmosphere, and I feel great!

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?

— 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


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for keto
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers outdoor seating
Symptomatic Celiac

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They have a gluten free menu upon request. Servers were very knowledgeable and were upfront about the fact that there was no fryer dedicated to GF food. They recommended substitutions for fries and tater tots because they couldn’t ensure that fries would be safe

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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 Sensitive

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I called and they said they had no gluten free options for some reason. Went anyway and they had a bunch of good tasting gluten free options

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

Celiac

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My mother-in-law ‘loves a diner’ and Metro is our spot - about once a month. I’ve only been diagnosed w celiac disease for 3 months so I’m still navigating it all but I was very impressed w/ Metro. They do not have ‘GF’ indicated on the menu but I’ve had multiple waitresses be very aware and helpful when I tell them ‘celiac’. I usually get an omelet and grits and GF toast. FYI - I asked and they buy Udi’s brand (from Publix) - which is actually very good GF bread.

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

Quality & Quantity


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


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Offers outdoor seating
Celiac

Overall Rating

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The staff was knowledgeable and helpful. I do wish they had more child friendly GF options though. My daughter had mashed potatoes and veggies and was happy but it was a little unremarkable.

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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

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