Middle Way Cafe

8 recent ratings
$$ • Cafe
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Bread/Buns, Cookies
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8 ratings

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1300 W Northern Lights Blvd
Anchorage, AK 99503
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Celiac

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Lots of gluten free options! Hard to ask about contamination because you order at the front, but it was fine.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

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

Updated 2 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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the pastries, desserts, and smoothie were AMAZING - the actual food (shoji bowl and turkey cranberry sandwich) was just okay; I’m not sure if we just picked some not-so-great options or if that’s a reflection of it all. The flavor combinations of the lunches should’ve been great but they were just lacking - however I still recommend coming and trying for yourself! The pastries and smoothie alone are worth the trip.

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?

— 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

Updated 8 months ago read full review

Celiac

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The best eggs Benedict I’ve had in 25 years! So many 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?

— 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

Updated 9 months 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

  • Bread/Buns
  • Cookies
  • Gluten-Free Menu

Categories

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Cafe
  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Dinner
  • Healthy
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Online Ordering
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Takeout
  • Vegan Friendly

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Overall Rating

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Wait time On food will Be unreasonably long usually. However: the gluten free cookies and cupcakes and other treats they have are absolutely the best in town. They have different GF treats whenever we go. I love their selection. If only other places had such amazing gf treats. Not sure about their food options. Their matcha latte and coffee are just bomb.

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?

— Excellent

Updated 11 months ago read full review

Celiac

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OH MY GOSH you must come here if you have celiac or have to eat gluten free! They have dozens… yes I said dozens!… of gluten free pastries and dessert. Almost everything on the menu can be made gluten free! Just run here please it’s that’s amazing. I had the avocado melt and it changed my life. Oh also try the Whoopi pie 😆😆

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

Updated 11 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Middle Way Cafe has a number of Gluten free menu items. I have had their Greek salad, soup of the day, quiche, muffins, cookies and dessert bars. They offer cold pressed juice and smoothies. I have eaten here many times with no problem and I have celiac.

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?

— Good

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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Plenty of options and food was delicious. Will note that I asked for it to be made gluten free and then the receipt specifically said “no allergies” so I guess just make sure to communicate with them very clearly.

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?

— Some

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

— Good

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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The girl we talked to at the front counter wasn’t super familiar with celiac but she listened to our explanation and took careful notes for the kitchen about cross contamination and gluten free. I didn’t have any problems afterwards so it must have worked!

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?

— Average

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Staff was not sure about cross contamination protocol or ingredients in food. Had no idea what celiac was. Got 2 poached eggs and fruit to 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?

— 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

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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Food was amazing. Staff was very knowledgeable.

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 dairy-free
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Good with other allergies
Updated 3 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Best gluten free eggs Benedict! Tons of gluten free baked goods, cupcakes, cookies. Vegan options as well.

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 breakfast/brunch
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
Updated 3 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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Staff was knowledgeable about dietary restrictions in general- several bakery options offered both gluten free and dairy free. Many many gf breakfast choices, great smoothie selections

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

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Amazing breakfast and gluten free baked goods. The recipes have all been revamped since the negative reviewer commented about having to throw them away.

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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Best gf breakfast ever. Great place.

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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The muffins and cupcakes are moist and delicious. GF toast is fabulous but a $2 up charge for one slice. Great place to east and be safe

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Ordered choc-chip cookie, pumpkin cupcake & cinnamon-pecan muffin. The muffin was fine, the other two items were so bad, I threw them away.

Updated 8 years ago read full review

Celiac

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The GF/vegan cupcakes are fabulous! The new GF bread is super delicious and makes the best sandwich I have had i.n a long time

Updated 8 years ago read full review

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The sandwich and smoothie were fresh and delicious, but the only gluten free sandwich option was a lettuce wrap.

Updated 9 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Salads are gf. I have celiac and had a good lunch here.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 9 years ago read full review

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The kitchen staff was rude, it was not child friendly, the wifi did not work and I am now suffering the effects of being glutened, as is my 2 year old and my mother. They are not celiac friendly and advertise that they avoid cross contamination but cannot guarantee it on their menu,I should have heeded their warning.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 9 years ago read full review

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Love their GF chocolate chip cookie, GF food options and coffee.

Updated 10 years ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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Great food! Very friendly staff! And gluten free cupcakes! Yes, please!

Updated 10 years ago read full review

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Not a dedicated menu but does take the time to make a GF option.

Updated 10 years ago read full review

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When you can get the gluten-free goodies they are delicious! They sell out pretty fast though so its good to go when they first open. They are typically gluten-free and vegan as well so if you have egg or dairy allergies its nice. I love the vegetable juices they make fresh too!

Updated 11 years ago read full review

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Updated 11 years ago read full review

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