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Not Your Average Joe's

35 ratings
$ • Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported gluten-free menu items: Beer, Bread/Buns, Burgers, Sandwiches
Safety Rating
23 ratings

As rated by the community

239-245 Kentlands Blvd
Gaithersburg, MD 20878

Most Recent Reviews


Celiac

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Daughter is celiac. Impressed with the “Gluten Sensitive” menu. Ahi appetizer served on cucumbers. Gf kids pasta and salad. Even started with gluten free bread and dipping sauce. Staff answered all our questions and we felt that our daughter was safe.

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

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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 kids
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Updated 3 years ago read full review

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Staff is very knowledgeable, they even have a gf roll to bring out when everyone else gets the pre-meal bread! A fair amount of options, not the entire menu but you definitely have choices to make. We've been a handful of times and have always enjoyed the food.

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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 lunch
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 3 years ago read full review

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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Wow!  They serve warm gluten free bread with dip while you wait for your meal!  And it tastes delicious!
Gluten free bread!
Thai lettuce wraps-- gluten free option!
Waldorf salad with the gluten free salad dressing
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More Reviews


Overall Rating

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Sadly, my daughter got glutened here at our last visit. We said many times that she had celiac and no gluten. She had salmon and mashed potatoes.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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The server introduced themself and immediately asked if anyone at the table had food allergies, wrote them down, and asked any questions I had. I'm also dairy free, but they still brought out a gf roll and plain olive oil to dip (their usual oil dip has parmesan cheese in it). I had their jambalaya, which was huge and had amazing flavor! The manager brought my dish out separately from the others and verified gf/df before placing in front of me. An entire menu within their menu is dedicated to those with special diets. Can't speak highly enough of them!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Delicious! Lots of choices! Even from the seasonal 'specials'! I c oi yld order a Lobster Roll if I wanted! Instead of feeling like a problem child due to my Celiac, I felt welcome! Combine that with deliciously made fresh food ... you have a true WINNER!!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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The staff was very accommodating, even had delicious gluten free starter bread! Wide variety of food on their GF menu, including pastas that tasted like regular pasta. Passionate about allergies and very knowledgeable about celiacs. Would recommend to anyone gluten free or not, very good experience!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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The staff was so knowledgeable about gluten free options and the GF menu was extensive. Had the lettuce wraps, clam chowder and grilled scallops. Phenomenal food. Such a great experience.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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Huge gluten free menu! Gluten free bread servers very knowledgeable about celiac. I have full blown celiac and did not get sick from eating there. I would definitely go back !

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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Staff was kind and knowledgeable about Celiacs and gf options but at the end of the night I was glutened :( wonderful experience in the restaurant but probably not going back for a while.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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Great gluten free menu with a lot of option and also give you gluten free bread to start!

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Went there for Mother's Day with my Family. I told them I had celiac and waitress was on top of it, she informed manager and cook staff. I asked for gluten-free bread and within minutes, a different server came over and put bread on the table stating "here is your gluten-free bread". It was regular bread....... waitress and Manager both apologized but that doesn't fix the problem ......will never go back. Besides all that, Service was awful!

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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Very good! The server asked as soon as we sat down if there were any food allergies. She informed us about a gluten free menu. Lots of options! We got a ton of gluten free bread that was bomb.com! So soft and fluffy!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Gluten Sensitive

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GLUTENED! We have the Nima and tested the Gluten Free Jambalaya. Positive for gluten! Terrible service to boot! Will never be going back! BEWARE!

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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Been there a few times. Last time, my wife who has Celiac got violently sick from gluten.

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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The one time I ate here, the gluten free bread on my sandwich crumbled like dust and they gave me a side of regular bread with my gluten free order.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 8 years ago read full review

Gluten Sensitive

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Best GF local restaurant hands down! Our group ordered 2 Jambalaya's and mine came out as GF-prepared. I will be going to NYA Joe's often.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 8 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Great service and the best GF bread! I highly recommend it. We had the chicken caprese and the steak wedge--both delicious.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 8 years ago read full review

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Great gluten free bread and oil before meal. Vet extensive menu. Celiac friendly

Updated 8 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 8 years ago read full review

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Updated 9 years ago read full review

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Fantastic restaurant with superb service, and really great gluten-free options. Our waitress was very knowledgeable about Celiac, and made us feel at home. We will be back!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 9 years ago read full review

Celiac

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They always go above and beyond!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 9 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Food was great, staff seems knowledgable, love the gluten free bread they give you before the meal!!!! There is a separate gluten free menu with a decent amount of options. I have never had any issues at any of their locations.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 9 years ago read full review

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I was really excited to eat here when I saw 5 stars from people. Looked at the menu and I was even more excited! I was certainly not disappointed. My own gluten free bread, gluten free rolls and gluten free carrot cake!!

Updated 10 years ago read full review

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I went to the Kentland's location of Not Your Average Joe's and fell in love! They not only have a gluten free menu, but they also bring out a GF bread basket when you first sit down with this amazing garlic butter dip. I ordered the gluten free cheeseburger and asked if I could have french fries with it. It's not on their menu, but they offered to bake the french fries for me so as to not fry them and contaminate them in any way. It took longer and they weren't ask crispy, but I enjoyed them! Their food is amazing and you also get a free meal and dessert for your birthday if you sign up for their members club email. It's now my favorite restaurant!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 10 years ago read full review

Gluten Sensitive

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A serious commitment to great-tasting gluten-free food. Friendly staff $ great service, too! Highly recommended.

Updated 10 years ago read full review

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They take great care in preparing GF meals.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 10 years ago read full review

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Food was great. Service was good too. Had the scallop appetizer which was excellent. Ordered the house salad in the small size. They delivered the large size. Just so much iceberg lettuce one person can it. Ranch dressing is the "real" deal. I will be back. Gotta try the burgers on gluten free bun.

Updated 11 years ago read full review

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Great GF menu and wonderful GF rolls.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 11 years ago read full review

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Very nice menu. Great service. Great quality!

Updated 11 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Updated 11 years ago read full review

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NYAJ is great. they work hard to accommodate my son's gluten allergy and will make him things not on the menu such as grilled cheese. we go a lot because of their knowledge of food allergies.

Updated 11 years ago read full review

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Great place, but can get very busy at times especially on weekends. They have a pretty large gluten free menu. They will also bring out dipping sauce with gluten free bread. The food is fantastic. The waitress we had was very nice and knowledgeable about gluten free. They also have gluten free pasta.

Updated 12 years ago read full review

Reviews of this Chain

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Been here a bunch of times and always had a good experience. Staff has been knowledgeable and accommodating with a separate GF menu. Appetizer bread is great but the burger buns are tough. The GF salmon and kids Mac and cheese have also been good when I had them. Carrot cake for dessert might be the best I’ve ever had.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Symptomatic Celiac

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This was my second time at one (first since learning I have celiac) and it was just as good as my last visit. Ask for the gluten free menu before you leave the host table. I love that they bring gf bread for the table and despite the reviews I think it’s pretty darn good! They even let me order the kids Mac and cheese to go. Love this place!

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
  • Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
  • 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?

— Separate gluten-free 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 brunch
  • Good for corn-free
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for keto
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for peanut-free
  • Good for soy-free
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good with other allergies
  • Low-FODMAP friendly
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
Symptomatic Celiac

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Called to inquire about allergy protocols before placing a to go order! Pasta- cooked in the same water as gluten pasta. Not safe! Burgers- cooked separately from any gluten buns. Bun is also toasted separately. Fries are not gluten free.

Ordered a burger on a gluten free bun with a side of broccoli. Overall it was good but did not come with the sauce as advertised. The bun was not my favorite. Very “wet” and chewy like.

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?

— Average

Asymptomatic Celiac

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A dedicted gluten free menu, with knowledgeable staff. There is no dedicated fryers, which is sad as the gluten free buns make burgers the perfect go to, and what goes better with a burger than fries?! Chicken parm is also delicious. Our server was even gluten free and was therefore extra careful and attentive.

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
  • Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

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

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Knowledgeable staff, great food, GF menu.

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

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