Mission BBQ

13 ratings
$ • Barbecue Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Popular gluten-free menu items: Brisket, Fries, Pulled Pork, Pork Ribs

Warning

This is a chain, which typically means a high risk of cross-contact. It may not be possible to dine safely at this establishment.

Safety Rating
11 ratings

As rated by the community

6820 E State St
Rockford, IL 61108

Most Recent Reviews


2 weeks ago

The cashier was very knowledgeable and immediately knew the right answers to our questions regarding safety. Fries are the only item cooked in a fryer, gloves are changed, etc. Only one or two sauces had gluten. Very pleased and no issues!

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GF Menu Items
  • — Fries, Brisket, Pulled Pork
Safety Features
  • — Dedicated fryer
1 month ago
GF Menu Items
  • — Brisket, Pulled Pork
Other
  • — Good for dairy-free
Celiac
1 month ago

It was great! Richard, the cashier, made sure about everything! I had the pulled pork, and it was delicious and gristle free. My husband had the ribs, and he said they were good. No reaction at all for me, so I will add this place to my favorites!

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GF Menu Items
  • — Fries, Pork Ribs, Brisket, Pulled Pork
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Separate gluten-free menu
Safety Features
  • — Dedicated kitchen space
  • — Dedicated fryer
  • — Knowledgeable staff

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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Symptomatic Celiac
2 months ago

We had a wonderful experience here. The cashier was very helpful and knowledgeable about what items were gluten free and what was not. They have an allergen menu. There are tons of delicious options! I specially asked about the fries and was assured that the fries are the only thing cooked in the fryer. I am also dairy free and easily found options that were both gf and df. During our meal, several team members came to our table to ensure we had everything we needed. The manager even brought around extra fries and samples of brisket. I had no symptoms of gluten exposure after our visit here.

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GF Menu Items
  • — Fries, Brisket
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Safety Features
  • — Dedicated fryer
  • — Knowledgeable staff
  • — Staff accommodates
Celiac
5 months ago

Love this place! Very open about gluten free and always inform me about the only sauce that “Does have gluten”. This is a go to place for me where I have never gotten sick from eating gluten. One of the best BBQ places around.

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Symptomatic Celiac
8 months ago

Mission restaurants seem to be very knowledgeable about cross contamination. No breads but fries are cooked separate. Great food

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Symptomatic Celiac
10 months ago

Awesome service and food to match. Very knowledgeable staff. Very cautious about cross contamination. The only sauce not GF is Texas Twang. I have been multiple times and service and food was great every time. This is also a military service proud restaurant that has parking reserved for veterans.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Separate gluten-free menu
Symptomatic Celiac
1 year ago

Very overpriced. The meats were ok and the service was excellent (maybe a little too excellent). Big plus for GF fries. Overall good experience, but not worth the price for a chain.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Separate gluten-free menu
Safety Features
  • — Dedicated fryer
  • — Knowledgeable staff
  • — Staff accommodates
  • — Other dedicated equipment
Other
  • — Dinner
  • — Outdoor seating
  • — Dog friendly
Celiac
1 year ago

Almost everything on this BBQ-focused menu is GF. Fries are in dedicated fryers. They have a blue soda🙀

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Taste
Variety
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Separate gluten-free menu
Celiac
1 year ago

I have had good luck with every Mission BBQ. This one is no exception. Attention to detail. GF menu available. Great service.

Glad to see they are expanding their locations.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Separate gluten-free menu
Safety Features
  • — Dedicated kitchen space
  • — Dedicated fryer
  • — Knowledgeable staff
  • — Other dedicated equipment
Gluten Sensitive
1 year ago

Good meal. I wish they had a GF menu available. I had to consult their website while ordering. Be careful with the sauces. Some are GF but others are not.

Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Separate gluten-free menu
Other
  • — Lunch
  • — Takeout
  • — Dinner
  • — Online ordering
1 year ago

I am very gluten free and I did not get sick. The owner or manger was very helpful and even called our order up to see if it was an allergy. I will definitely eat here again

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Separate gluten-free menu
Celiac
2 years ago

I cannot even begin to describe how delicious their food is AND how many gluten free options you get. The meat is some of the best BBQ I’ve had in a while. Bonus — dedicated fryer for the fries!!! So many choices and almost all sauces are gluten free! One isn’t due to having Worcestershire in it. Highly recommend!

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Taste
Variety
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Separate gluten-free menu
Safety Features
  • — Dedicated fryer
  • — Knowledgeable staff
Other
  • — Good for dairy-free
  • — Lunch
  • — Takeout
  • — Outdoor seating

Reviews of this Chain

Celiac
6 days ago

We had a wonderful experience. First, the theme of the restaurant and recognition of our veterans is incredible. Such pride in our country and the sacrifices made for our freedom. It provided such great conversations with, and lessons for, our children.

Dedicated frier!!! Fries delish!! Separate GF menu with many options and knowledgeable staff.

Only suggestion is to add GF buns and bread. Otherwise 100%.

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GF Menu Items
  • — Fries
Safety Features
  • — Dedicated fryer
1 week ago
Safety
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GF Menu Items
  • — Fries
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Separate gluten-free menu
Symptomatic Celiac
2 weeks ago

Went here while passing through and had a great experience. They immediately understood gluten free needs and even fried me a fresh batch of fries in separate oil. I got the pulled pork, cole slaw, and french fries. Everything tasted great and I felt very safe.

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GF Menu Items
  • — Fries, Pulled Pork
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — No gluten-free information on the menu
Safety Features
  • — Dedicated fryer
Celiac
2 weeks ago

I am a regular here and they always take every step to ensure no cross contamination. The fries are amazing and all sauces are now GF! They change gloves and sanitize the area before popping your order. The one time I came the cashier washed his hands before giving change because he had handled some of the cornbread. The really go over the top and this is a totop go to for me.

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GF Menu Items
  • — Fries, Beef Ribs
Safety Features
  • — Dedicated fryer
Celiac
3 weeks ago

I’ve eaten here at least 15 times over 2 years and have never gotten sick. The beef and pork items and the GF side items are consistently very good. Designated fryer for fries. The service and the cleanliness of the restaurant is great. Price is reasonable. GF menu at the counter. Lots of practices in place to prevent cross contamination. I recommend steering clear of the poultry products, though; they all taste like they’ve been injected with a vat of chemicals. No amount of BBQ sauce covered up the chemical flavors, and TBH, the flavors made the poultry products too mentally disturbing to eat, so they went in the trash. On the other hand, the salmon is cooked to order and is pretty good.

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GF Menu Items
  • — Fries
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Separate gluten-free menu
Safety Features
  • — Dedicated fryer

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