Mother's Restaurant

Had the shrimp creole (sausy dark red left in picture) chicken jumbalaya (right in picture), and fries. Everything was marked on menu and they notified me that the fries were in a dedicated fryer. Didn’t feel any issues after eating here. Everything was delicious!

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

We went three years ago for breakfast. The food was good and GF was clearly marked.

I went back today for dinner. The first time it was a sit down restaurant. For dinner, we waited an hour to order food at the counter and have it delivered to our table. My food was reheated food. It was not very flavorful and I was really disappointed.

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

— Somewhat

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

Got gluten poisoning. Believe it was from the jambalya which was marked gluten free. I also got fries but I think the jambalya was the problem.

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much

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

— Good

Had the jambalaya, red beans & rice, and fries and was just fine!’ Definitely a must-go experience while in New Orleans.

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

— Very

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

I was surprised to find many gluten free options and the menu is well marked. My son loved the jambalaya, and all the food was delicious. Mother’s is an institution. Don’t miss it, and you don’t have to,

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

— Somewhat

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

The lady behind the counter seemed very knowledgeable. I had Jerry’s Jambalaya, Shrimp Creole, Red Beans and Rice, Jake’s Green Bean’s and Tomatoes and Potato Salad. It was all very good, but not extremely hot. I did not react to any gluten. 👍🏻

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

— Somewhat

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

Since moving to New Orleans I have had to just risk it a few times despite usually being very careful since I have celiac disease. Going to Mother's was one of the times I risked it and trusted what was listed on the menu without cross-checking with any of the staff. I did not have any problems at all so based on that one experience I think what they list as gf is pretty safe! It was also tasty! I had the jambalaya, red beans and rice, and potato salad.

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

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

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

— Excellent

Was excited to get red beans and rice but they couldn’t confirm that it was gluten free and dairy free despite indicating on menu. All could get was salad with no dressing (that came out with ranch dressing on the side so the kitchen wasn’t monitoring the dairy allergy closely)

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

— Not very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

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

— Below Average

We finally ate here when the line slowed down & we decided to come for breakfast. I am not a big Cajun eater but I love breakfast & was hoping the protein would be safe and it totally was! I ordered a ham & cheese omelette with cheese grits on the side, just asked for no biscuit. It was great & I never had any problems!

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

— Somewhat

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

This is a great place for Shrimp Creole and Red Beans and Rice. and shrimp creole. Has other GF options as well!

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

This is a great place for beans and rice and shrimp creole. There is enough of GF options to get us celiacs full!!! Mimosas was delicious too!!!

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

— Very

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

Very busy place with a lot of GF options. I was worried about cross contamination so I kept it simple and got the jambalaya (which was good, not the best I’ve had but good). They did have many more options, but I’m super sensitive so just stick with that.

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

— Somewhat

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

Delicious jambalaya. Not spicy but hot sauce was available on the table. Large portions. Great service. They accidently brought it with bread the first time but the guy who rang up the order was being trained. I watched our server go back, change her gloves, and prepare a fresh plate. No side affects so far.

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

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 Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for lunch

Great classic southern food spot with a ton of GF options. I had the red beans and rice plate with the debris (roast beef) in au jus, turnip greens, and potato salad. I also tried the baked ham (prepared blackened) that my husband got. All of it was great in flavor and the atmosphere was good and very chill too. (FYI it’s in a busy area but they have a private paid parking lot which made it really convenient to come here for dinner!)

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

— Very

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 Characteristics

• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch

Got the jambalaya and the potato salad, no reaction (the potatoes were bland, but that might have been simply compared to the jambalaya - that was delicious with chicken and sausage and I wish I had just gotten a bigger container of that alone).

Seems like a good chance of possible cc though since everything is cooked in a small space. No issues but worth mentioning just in case.

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

— Somewhat

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

I got glutened after eating here. I had the veggie omelet which seemed safe but they brought it out with a biscuit on the plate, which I’m sure is what caused the issue, more than the omelet. I thought it would be fine but I was pretty miserable that night.

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

— Not at all

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

Written 24 hours later - no reaction. Menu marked. Had ham and cheese omelet. Very good.

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

Food is pretty good, not sure how diligent they are with GF but I had no reactions. For a place that’s pretty famous, the staff seems to have an “eat and get out” vibe. Not the type of joint you sit and enjoy the atmosphere, but the type of place you eat and go about your day. But the options are extensive and they do have mimosas and bloody Mary’s.

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

— Not very

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

I had the grilled catfish, greens, rice and beans. I didn't have any reactions and the food was great!

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

— Somewhat

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

I got glutened.

Appreciate the attempt to mark items on the menu, but it’s a bad sign when employees don’t know the difference between vegan and GF.

Crumbs everywhere in this place. Don’t see how it could ever be safe for celiacs.

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

— Not at all

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

Delicious. Got the combo plate to try some of almost everything. The jambalaya was great. Shrimp Creole and red beans were good too. My husband said the crawfish étouffée was amazing (not gf). Everything is marked. Staff was helpful!

If you go at a busy time be prepared to wait in line, maybe outside, but it’s worth it.

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

Gluten free fries! Available all day. Dedicated frier. Had mine with a ham and egg omelet and Bloody Mary - the base is only tomato juice and spices made on site. So good.

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

This place was delicious! I got the combination platter with shrimp creole and cabbage. Told them I was GF due to food allergy and had no issues. If you are super sensitive to bread being in the same vicinity as your food, I would avoid this place because they have tons of French bread for the Po Boys around the food prep area.

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

— Somewhat

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

Delicious! Menu is clearly marked for GF items, making it easy! I had red beans and rice, and they were very well flavored! Great spot for your Cajun fix!

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

— Somewhat

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

I don't know how anyone with celiac disease feels comfortable eating here. Walked in to find a ver small kitchen. Did not feel like the place was safe do to the amount of cross contamination. No dedicated area for allergy prep. The menu even says cross contamination is completely unavailable. I would stay away from eating here, especially if you are highly sensitive.

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

— Not at all

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout

Honestly I was scared to eat here when I walked in. I emphasized gluten allergy multiple times when ordering and was hesitant to eat my food but I feel perfectly fine and I’m usually pretty sensitive. The food was great authentic southern food and I’m just so happy I didn’t get sick. I had fries, jambalaya, and cabbage.

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

— Somewhat

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

Great food - super nice staff - gluten free designation on menu

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

— Very

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

Walking in, I was afraid to eat here. The reviews encouraged me to go for it. The food was everything you would hope for in traditional New Orleans cuisine, and I didn’t have any reaction to the food.

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

— Somewhat

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

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

— Very

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

Has a good selection for GF. Is great for whole family even picky eaters.

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 Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch

Gluten free items are marked on the menu, and there’s a good portion of the menu available. I had red beans and rice and jambalaya that was absolutely to die for. Not sure if they have a dedicated fryer but fries were marked GF

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

— Somewhat

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

Awesome! So nice to have the menu marked AND choices!!

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

Seems like a local hangout. My wife is highly sensitive to gluten and had the Jambalya with no problems. It felt a scary going in because there is a buffet looking bar where they make Po Boys but the other entrees some of which are GF items were prepared in the back. We avoided the sides.

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

— Somewhat

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

Menu items were clearly marked Gluten Free. Jambalaya was AMAZING!

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

I had an amazing experience here the jambalaya and potato salad were to die for. One of my favorite meals in Nola!

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

— Very

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

Gluten free options are clearly marked on the menu.

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

— Somewhat

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

Menu items are marked G. I had shrimp creole with green beans and turnips. Was good. Kind of hard ordering if you don’t already know what you want as you wait in line and place your order.

Menu is clearly marked and I ate here 3 times with no issues. Not sure how knowledgeable staff is, but food was delicious. I loved the red beans and rice!

The food here is so good! I was glad to be able to go somewhere and eat something that felt more like the local flair. Gluten free options are clearly marked on the menu. It isn't a dedicated cook area, but as someone with Celiac I had no problems with there food.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

My son did well here and we were surprised! He is celiac and had the baked ham, red beans with rice and green beans. Food was really good

Staff knowledgeable and helpful with GF selections. Had grilled shrimp, sausage, turnips, cabbage, and jambalaya. All excellent, didn’t get sick at all, no reactions. I am gluten allergic.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

All their meats, their grilled seafood and many sides are GF. Their main menu is marked and the price and serving sizes can’t be beat!

Omg...got the sample plate. The shrimp creole was so wonderful in addition to everything else. Menu labeled. I felt like I could really eat normal here.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Items are labeled GF, but extremely high risk for cross contamination. I ordered a salad and water to be safe and was very sick within the hour. Not safe for celiac. The wait staff were amazing, absolutely amazing, but the staff taking your order (you order when you first walk in not at your table) were rude and disrespectful.

Celiac friendly?

No

Very high risk of cross contamination in the kitchen. The staff were very rude when we asked questions and wouldn't let us speak to manager. Definitely not a celiac friendly environment.

Celiac friendly?

No

Tasty southern food! They have gluten free items marked on their menu. I ordered the red beans and rice platter with green beans, potato salad, and baked ham yesterday, and I haven’t had any breakout or stomach issues.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Really yummy food with a side of great history to the place.

Not fancy but good tasty New Oreans food.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Fries were marked gluten free but I became ill.