Monse's Pupuseria

42 recent ratings
$ • Restaurant
dedicated gluten-free badge Reported to be dedicated gluten-free
Reported GF menu options: Bread/Buns, Dessert
115 S 25th St
Colorado Springs, CO 80904
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Most Recent Reviews


Gluten Sensitive

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It was delicious! Loved trying new 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

Updated 3 days ago read full review

Celiac

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Everything was great!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Updated 2 weeks ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Absolutely delicious! As a symptomatic celiac, it was so nice to go out to eat and not worry about cc. The staff was nice, the food was amazing, and their mojitos are legendary.

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

Updated 3 weeks ago read full review

Reported to be dedicated gluten-free and celiac friendly. However, since menus and staff can change, please verify before visiting!

Gluten-Free Features

  • Bread/Buns
  • Dessert

Categories

  • Allergy Friendly
  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Dinner
  • Dog Friendly
  • Healthy
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Nut-Free Friendly
  • Online Ordering
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restaurant
  • Soy-Free Friendly
  • Takeout
  • Vegan Friendly

Photos


Their pupusa in red chile sauce and fried jalapenos
Left is mango mojito and right is their classic. If you like mango, their mango mojito is outstanding and is bursting with flavor; however, their classic mojito is the best mojito I’ve ever had.
Small Restaurant with Outdoor Patio
Menu Front
Menu Back
Chicken & Potato Papusa
Nachos with Black Beans & Vegan Queso
Chicken Street Tacos with Rice and Beans side
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Tips


Celiac

Restaurant is not a good option for anyone with corn allergies.

4 years ago
Celiac

A side of guacamole may not be a traditional way to eat a pupusa but it’s delicious on top!

4 years ago

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Celiac

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I was excited to eat here when I read the reviews, but they only had 1 person working & our service was extremely slow. They did have a big snow storm the day before so maybe they were short employees?

They are 100% gf & they have a ton of vegan & vegetarian options, however, I was disappointed I couldn’t custom order exactly what I wanted. For instance, I wanted a papusa with meat, no cheese. They said all of the papusas already came with cheese & couldn’t be removed. They did however have vegan options, but they didn’t include the meat I was hoping for. We did have the nachos with black beans & the vegan queso & it was good. My daughter had the chicken & cheese empanada and she loved it! I was just disappointed I couldn’t have as many items since they were all gf but not df.

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?

— Good

Updated 1 month ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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What a fun ambiance. Felt like I was in South America. The papusas were nice and thick. I had the taquitos and plantains. Yum! The homemade chips and salsa were perfect. I did not like the chunky apple/strawberry lemonade. I would get water next time.

Next visit wasn’t as fun. I raved about it to a friend and then it fell flat. Didn’t enjoy my agua Fresca. I forgot I was going to order water next time 🤪 The food is decently priced, but they get you with the drinks and extras. 🤑 My friend’s pupusa was so hard she couldn’t cut it. They brought her the wrong kind at first-that one looked normal, but the replacement was bad. She tried to eat it but took most of it home. I love that it’s dedicated gluten-free, but it disappointed the second time. My advice? Don’t get complacent in the kitchen. I want to go back and try some more. Don’t make me regret it when I do.

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?

— Average

Updated 1 month ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Great food, GF everything! Very delicious and portions are huge!

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

Updated 1 month ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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Everything is 100% gluten free. The portions are large. The food tastes amazing.

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

Updated 2 months ago read full review

Asymptomatic Celiac

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Restaurant is 100% gluten free as far as I can tell. Had pupusas with yucca fries and they were good. Bigger portions than I expected.

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

Updated 3 months ago read full review

Hashimoto's

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Excellent experience!! It was amazing to know this place is 100% gluten free! Don’t have to worry about cross contamination

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

Updated 4 months ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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My husband and I ate here twice during our trip to CO because this place had so much to offer! The food was delicious and we enjoyed everything we ate. It was so great to know everything on the menu was safe to eat and GF— and a bonus it was all delicious! We tried the chicken, pork, and beef and all were great. I loved the bean and cheese pupusas and the melted cheese on top really makes the dish shine. I highly recommend visiting and getting the jalapeño margarita!

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

Updated 5 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Absolutely delicious as always. Came for our son's college family weekend. All our sons roommates and family all came. Was a big hit! Adore the owner. She's so sweet.

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

Updated 6 months ago read full review

Overall Rating

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Entire menu is gluten-free.

The pupusas were delicous, as were the yucca fries. Generous portion sizes. Pleasant atmosphere & personable staff. I also got a slice of GF chocolate cake to go, and it was yummy. Highly recommended.

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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Dog friendly
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 7 months ago read full review

Celiac

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this was some beautiful and delicious food. Amazing amount of food for the price you pay

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

Updated 7 months ago read full review

Celiac

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The food was just okay honestly I wouldn’t entirely recommend this place - very safe tho!

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?

— Below Average

Updated 7 months ago read full review

Celiac

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so let me just say the owner and her husband are fantastic people with a fantastic story. Tim was so understanding and accommodating and it was a great time socially. I have allergy to dairy, egg, beans, and beef in addition to gluten. i state this very clearly always and have never had an issue at restaurants even chains. i always make it a point to order something that would never contain beans or beef to begin with so that it’s not too much of a hassle to make. Monse’s kitchen staff are NOT very diligent. my first time going my order came out wrong and there was also beans hidden in it. the second time i came, my order also came out wrong the first time and then the second time it came out with beef hidden in it. i am now paying the consequences of that as we speak. their kitchen is not very organized or separate so if you only have a gluten allergy, this is a great place but if you have anything else, i would err on the side of caution. i rarely take risks and i’m not sure if this once in a blue moon risk was worth it. food is good but not good enough to feel sick over. they do have a great selection of dishes though.

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?

— Good

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 8 months ago read full review

Gluten Sensitive

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Everything was gluten free. I had the chicken and potato pupusa which was large, piping hot out of the kitchen and tasty. I ordered a side of Cole slaw

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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for dinner
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 8 months ago read full review

Overall Rating

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Amazing food! We are on a family vacation with extended family, three of whom are Celiacs. We were very excited to find a dedicated gluten free restaurant so that we could all eat together and feel safe. Everyone loved the pupusas. We also had birria tamales, and beef and cheese empanada that was fantastic.

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

Updated 8 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Loved this place! I was so happy to discover a gluten free pupusaria while on a road trip. All The options we tried were really tasty!

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

Updated 8 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Huge portions! Delicious food, but almost every item had cheese, so not great for dairy free or vegan. Did have soy chorizo and soy curls as vegetarian protein options and those were fantastic.

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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 9 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Food and beverage taste not what it used to be. Drinks used to be best in town but not good this time and no garnishes on beverages, empanadas were just plain bad- skip altogether. But this is one of the best gf options in CS and hoping quality improves to what it used to be.

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?

— Average

Updated 9 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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I have never had South American food, but it is one of my new favorites! food was delicious and they accommodated to our large party well.

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

Updated 9 months ago read full review

Celiac

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This place was absolutely amazing, the food was phenomenal and we will definitely go back again. My partner who has celiac loved it and had no repercussions from eating the food we had, highly recommend!

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

Updated 9 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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very good food with large portions - entire place is gf!

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

Updated 10 months ago read full review

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I had a pupusa and it was pretty good, but we waited 40 minutes for food 😑 would have definitely just ordered to go next time. Didn’t get sick though!

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?

— Good

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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So extremely tasty! Can't wait to go again! Didn't get glutened. They pupusas are absolutely ginormous so take that into account when ordering.

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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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I found the listing for this restaurant on this app, and ordered takeout online as the website does confirm that the restaurant is 100% GF. The food was wonderful. My husband had nachos, and I had a chicken and cheese pupusa, which I had never had before, but really enjoyed it.

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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Ate here today. The food and service was excellent. Everything on the menu is gluten free. I talked with the owner. She is very knowledgeable about gluten free cooking. We will be back!!

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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Very nice to have a dedicated GF facility. Food was good.

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?

— Good

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Monses is always a great place to get a celiac safe meal. It is absolutely delicious and very friendly place to eat. Can’t go wrong here if you love authentic Guatemalan 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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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I love this place! All GF and lots of options that aren’t spicy, if spice isn’t your thing. Everyone we’ve brought here or talked to about it loves it too. Really good options for groups. They do get very busy and crowded at rush times, so I recommend trying to go a little earlier or later.

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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

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This place is amazing! Great vibe, everything is gluten free, portions are generous, and I literally want to eat everything on the menu. Staff is also very friendly and knowledgeable. I just wish I lived closer!

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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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Food is amazing! Vegan options as well which helps me since I am also DF. Margaritas were also super fresh tasting. My gluten eating husband loved his meal too.

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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Dog friendly
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good vegan options
  • Good with other allergies
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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I had a gluten reaction. I was super excited about trying this place but got super sick after eating here. Had to stop to use the bathroom four times on the drive back to Denver. It says dedicated so I’m not sure what got me, maybe an ingredient was subject to cross contamination at the production facility or something.

Food tasted good, the papusas were a bit bland but the plantains were AMAZING. The mango pineapple agua fresca was delicious and refreshing. It costs 4.50 for a side of rice and beans but it’s just combined rice and beans in a tiny side cup. It’s crazy that it’s almost $5, so don’t do that.

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?

— Average

Updated 1 year ago read full review

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All items are gluten-free. Portions are HUGE. We've tried almost all the flavors of pupusa and have not been disappointed. Cupcakes are moist and yummy. Vegan options available. They recently added a juice bar around back that also features gluten-free desserts and aomw grab and go items. This is alsobwhere you pick-up to go orders

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?

— Good

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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100% gluten free Amazing Salvadoran Food Old Colorado City

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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

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Delicious pupusas, reminiscent of my time in El Salvador. One caution, they are huge! Way bigger than normal pupusas.

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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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This is one of my go to places for to go orders or outdoor dining. The papusas are amazing. I hope they start doing Saturday breakfasts again because amazing as well. Everything is gf. They have lots of vegan options as well

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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

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So delicious!!!! I was so excited I forgot to take pictures. I tried the plantains, and the amigo plate which had 3 delicious choices as well as a pina colada.

Hours later: As a very sensitive celiac… so wonderful to have a scrumptious meal and no issues!

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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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I visited for a late lunch on a Tuesday. This app said they were closed but they were open. I had the poblano & cheese pupusa topped with Al pastor and a side of plantains. The pupusa was kind of bland and the toppings (Al pastor and pico de gallo) made it soggy. The plantains were delicious.

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?

— Average

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Amazing food! Completely, naturally, gluten free.

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

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Whole place is gluten free! I love their tostadas. Great deserts too. It is now a very busy place due to how well they are doing, I recommend giving yourself an hour for the full experience.

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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for lunch
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Not only was the food great, but it was also a great experience! The owner came to our table and asked if we were first timers and then spent about 5 minutes walking us through the entire menu. None of us at had papusas before so it was very helpful. Everything is gluten free and a lot can be made dairy free or vegan. I enjoyed the homemade vegan QUESO!! They even had gluten free and vegan deserts. The alcoholic and non alcoholics drinks were fantastic. Total hit. I would recommend making a reservation as the place was busy. I don’t think we would have had a spot if we hadn’t reserved!

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

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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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

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Ummm…Amazing and 100 percent GF!! So good!!! A must try.

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

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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No worries about cross contamination. Delicious 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

Updated 2 years ago read full review

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So delicious, felt safe ordering from here. Have not gotten sick. Ordered takeout and everything was packaged wonderfully.

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

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Soooo good that we went twice in a 3 day trip! Delicious and so nice to be safe.

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

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Very safe everything gluten free!! We waited an hour and a half for super bland food. Definitely not worth it unfortunately. Drinks/margs were great!!

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?

— Below Average

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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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

Updated 2 years ago read full review

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