Michael's Harborside
33 recent ratings
$$ • Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Beer, Calamari, Chicken Fingers/Nuggets, Clam Chowder, Fried Pickles, Lobster Rolls, Onion Rings, Sushi
Safety Rating
29 ratings
As rated by the community
1 Tournament Wharf
Newburyport, MA 01950
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Most Recent Reviews
Review
Best GF menu I’ve ever seen- and appetizers/meal were great.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— 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
Review
Staff was very accommodating as we had our two kids with us. Hostess could not have been any nicer. The gluten free options are tremendous. Dedicated GF fryer and a GF lobster roll made our night. Would definitely recommend if in the area!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
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?
— Excellent
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
- Dedicated gluten-free fryer
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
Notes
Someone in the owner's family is gluten-free
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Review
They have a wonderful GF menu and we felt very safe eating there with our daughter who has Celiac. Unfortunately none of us liked our meals. Maybe it was an off day but we likely will not return.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
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?
— Poor
Review
Great options and beautiful spot
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— 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
Review
One of the best meals I’ve had in a while! I got the coconut rice, shrimp, scallops and green beans. They left off the mango rum sauce because I have a soy allergy. Almost the ENTIRE menu is marked gluten free, including things like chicken tenders that you normally wouldn’t find. Super accommodating and the food was great. View is beautiful, to top it off!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— 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 soy-free
- Low-FODMAP friendly
Review
So good! All of the fried food on their menu including fried clams, scallops, shrimp, fishermen platter, etc. is GF!
What a treat to get GF fried clams at a restaurant 💖
I highly recommend, especially if you love fried seafood & are GF…. So good!
I will be back🙌🏼
💫✨💖✌
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 dinner
- Good for lunch
- Offers outdoor seating
Review
Wow what a great spot if anybody who’s gluten free and haven’t had fried seafood platter. Great job to the head chef, who is also Celiac! My husband and I share the seafood platter for one and it was enormous🥰
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— 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
Review
Stopped at Michaels on the way up the coast. It was amazing! I was so excited to be able to eat fried seafood and onion rings! May stop back by on the way home.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
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?
— Excellent
Review
Only ONE item wasn't or couldn't be made gf. All fryers are gf. I ordered the fisherman's platter for two for myself (how often can you get gf fried seafood). Hadn't eaten all day in preparation but still had to take half of it home, so good but so stuffed. Ate on the first floor deck overlooking the harbor. Will DEFINITELY by back again soon.
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
- Dedicated gluten-free fryer
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 dinner
- Offers outdoor seating
Review
Michael’s has become safer and safer over the years. We ate there last Friday and had Fish n Chips and other fried seafood, French fries and coleslaw. All the fried food is gluten free as well as most of the other items and clearly marked on the menu. Another delicious and safe meal enjoyed.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
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?
— Excellent
Review
Michael’s can make almost everything gluten free including fried food. I got the onion rings, buffalo tenders and French onion soup. Everything was delicious. Only down fall was that the fried food tasted like fried seafood - definitely because of it all being fried together.
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
Review
Almost every single item on the menu is gluten free! Everything that is fried is good to go. Any sandwiches you just need to specify so they use GF bread. We got the chowder, lobster roll, fried pickles and clam bellies - no reaction and delicious. Rolls and crackers that they give with the meal aren’t gluten free.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— 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
Review
So many options, nearly everything on the menu is GF, separate fryer, and incredible staff.
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
- Dedicated gluten-free fryer
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
Review
Great restaurant, visited twice on our recent trip to the area. So many options marked on the menu and fried food was mostly safe which was a treat! Chicken tenders, fries and onion rings were great.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
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?
— Excellent
Review
Really great menu. Clearly labeled gf for everything that can be made gf. Fryer is always gf. So many choices!
Delicious French onion soup and fish n chips were great too!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— 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
Review
Great food. Everything fried is gluten free. Went with family of 4. We all ordered gluten free. Got the fisherman’s catch (all fried: fish, scallops, shrimp, clams, fries, and onion rings), lobster roll, 1.25lb lobster dinner, and kids fish and chips (very good size!). Also got fried calamari and a crab cake for app. All was very good and no one reacted! The waitress was very good. With 2 sodas the bill came to $134.
** the lobster roll did come out with a gluten roll at first. But it was immediately remedied.
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
- Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
- Dedicated gluten-free fryer
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
Review
So many gluten free options and a dedicated frier!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— 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
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— 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?
— Some
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Review
It was incredibly safe. Their fryer is only GF. But I didn’t love my crab cake or Caesar salad.
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?
— Below Average
Review
First off..best fried food ever! And even better, it's corn meal with a few spices so it's naturally GF in a GF fryer. TONs of options here. Can get anything you want fried and ALL the sides are safe to eat. To truly experience this opportunity I'd suggest you get the calamari and the "fisherman's catch". You won't be disappointed but you will likely stuff yourself until you're uncomfortable. This has just about everything..fried haddock, fried scallops, fried shrimp, fried clams, onion rings on a bed of French fries. It's huge! Ordered for 1 and shared it, still took home enough for lunch the next day. It was all cooked to perfection and was so fresh. Also got the broccoli but barely touched it because I couldn't stop eating the platter.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— 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?
— Some
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Other
Other Characteristics
- Good for dinner
- Offers outdoor seating
Review
Excellent gluten free food
Safety
Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?
— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free
Quality & Quantity
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Review
I left a poor review several years ago and it’s only fair to commend Michael’s on their commendable improvement! The menu is full of GF items that are clearly marked, including fried seafood. Great job, Michael’s!
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
Review
Great menu is clearly marked and they are very knowledgeable! Food was delicious and there were 3 of us celiacs and no one got sick. ALL the fried foods are GF so no risk of cross contamination in the fryers.
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
- Dedicated gluten-free fryer
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
Review
Everything was great and they understood CC really well. I didn’t get sick.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
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?
— Excellent
Review
Started with the crab cake which was delish and got fried Scollops and fries everything felt safe and no symptoms they’re very good there!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— 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?
— Some
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Review
Had fish and chips and fried pickles loved everything great food and service 😋
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
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
Review
So many GF options. Service was great! Our server, Shannon who was celiac herself, was super knowledgeable! Food was delicious! We had Clam Chowder, PEI Mussels, and the Fisherman's Platter for two (Fried Clams, Fried Shrimp, Fried Scallops and Fried Haddock, French Fries and Onion Rings... ALL GF!!) No issues!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— 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 dinner
- Good for kids
- Good selection of healthy options
- Offers outdoor seating
Review
Knowledgeable staff, all the fried food is gf. The crabcakes and fried shrimp are my favorites!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— 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
Review
The best meal my celiac partner has had since she was diagnosed! Me too! The waitresses were an excellent tag team! Gave us enough time and space but we never sat and waited for anything! Top notch timing with our order! Could have sat there for hours but we were cognitive of the turn around time for the waitresses! Waitress recommended chicken fingers, the best we ever had! Designated fryer for gluten free fried food! I had fish and onion rings and my partner had fried clams and French fries! Simply awesome! Highly recommend, we will be back!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— 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
Other
Other Characteristics
- Good for lunch
- Good selection of healthy options
- Good vegan options
- Good with other allergies
- Offers outdoor seating
Review
Order take out. ordere kids cheeseburger with GF bun. mentioned had to be GF bun 3 times.
Got home all burgers looked alike. called to check to make sure GF bun was in order.
They put regular bun on burger.
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?
— Average
Review
Dedicated fryer. Huge GF menu. I would estimate 95% of the entire menu is GF or can be made GF! Friendly waitstaff. Seafood was a little lackluster compared to other seafood restaurants I’ve been but was fresh, and still very tasty.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Safety Feature Ratings
- Dedicated gluten-free fryer
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
Other
Other Characteristics
- Good for kids
- Offers outdoor seating
Review
So many gf options it was hard to pick! Great food. Can’t go wrong!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— 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?
— Good
Review
Hard to find a great fried seafood that is also gluten free, Michael's does it well. Very satisfying, would never know it was gluten free.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— 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
Review
Everything they fry is gluten free, fried pickles, onion rings, calamari! So yummy! I appreciate the step to have a gluten free dedicated fryer. They do have regular rolls and gluten free rolls for lobster rolls and sandwiches, so not everything is gluten free.
Safety
Safety Feature Ratings
- Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
- Dedicated gluten-free fryer
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 for takeout
- Offers outdoor seating
Review
Menu had clearly labeled gf options. I had a crab cake sandwich and onion rings. Both were outstanding!
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
Review
Great experience. I went a few times had a lobster roll, fried scallops, fried clams and clam chowder. they were all great.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— 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 for takeout
- Offers outdoor seating
Review
Found this place in here and so glad I did! Went on a sat afternoon and only waited for about 10 minutes for a great outdoor table. Our server was very knowledgeable about gf as his son is celiac. I am just gluten sensitive but pretty sensitive. Menu was well marked. All fried seafood is GF!! We got the clam chowder, and is was amazing! My husband and I split the fried fisherman's platter for 1 and there was plenty. Beautiful view of the harbor and great service!!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Safety Feature Ratings
- Dedicated gluten-free fryer
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
- Offers outdoor seating
Review
Great experience at Michael’s Harborside. Knowledgeable about celiac. Menu items clearly marked as GF and dedicated fryer. When the server brought a bread basket for the table, she brought a separate GF roll for my celiac daughter which I never before experienced. It was so nice! Delicious fried seafood and cocktails.
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
- Dedicated gluten-free fryer
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
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— 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 lunch
- Good for takeout
Review
I was able to eat fish and chips and I haven’t had any in more than 10 years and it was delicious! Our service was wonderful and our waitress was very helpful . Beautiful restaurant also!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— 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?
— Some
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
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
Review
We went for lunch today and had a great experience. We were able to order many items from their menu GF. My son was so happy to have safe class and fries. We will definitely go back soon.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— 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
Review
Excellent selection of GF items on the menu!
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?
— Excellent
Review
My daughter is celiac and had an awesome and safe meal here. No problems at all. Waitress was fantastic making note and relaying to chef her food restriction. She loved her chicken tenders and fries. Dedicated fryer. Tons of other options for kids and adults! Great spot. Will definitely be going back!
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
- Dedicated gluten-free fryer
- Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free
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
Review
I had a bad experience today. Menu had GF next to the Sirloin Tips - I should have asked what the marinade contained, I realized after - it definitely tasted like it was soaked in soy sauce. I ordered the tips with a baked potato and asparagus. It came out with onion rings piled on top. I explained to the server that I have celiac and can not have that. She took it out back, took the onion rings off, and put a baked potato on.
All in all I was very disappointed and I know it’s mostly my fault for not advocating for myself better, but others should know about their unsafe practices.
Review
Not good for gluten free.
Review
Their choices are really limited for gluten free options
Review
Food was amazing and the place was nice. Service a bit slow, however would go back anytime
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