Original Joe's
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My main place to go is now Original Joe’s and they seem to really understand celiac. I always order the California Cobb Salad or the grilled chicken burger with gf bun. I love their sesame rice as a side. My order is always clearly labeled that it’s for a “gluten allergy” for take out which I appreciate and the staff are always so friendly.
Definitely got a regular bun, even though we sent it back and double checked. They swore up and down it was gluten free. It certainly wasn't! Will not be going back.
OJ’s was originally one of the safest places for a gluten free meal and the sides were great. Unfortunately the staff at several locations were less than reassuring and the manager too busy to bring meal out separately. I have definitely gotten sick although not full out reaction so.... I would like to give them another go because as stated they were at one time very careful and could handle our large family gatherings. It’s been 2 years so management and staff may have improved
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I ordered to go and called ahead to say I was Celiac and they assured me everything was safe that I ordered. When I went to eat the Brussel sprouts I pulled a breaded shrimp tail out of my mouth. I phoned to tell them and they said oh I guess they are gluten sensitive. They had no idea what the difference was. Now I’m preparing for my reaction to the breaded shrimp tail. They usually have great food just not safe for Celiacs.
OJ’s has a good variety of gluten friendly menu items and the servers are pleasant and efficient. I’ve never had a bad meal here and I heartedly recommend Original Joes for any group with a celiac or gluten sensitive member
Staff was great! It was an older gluten free menu and the item I wanted was not listed (it is on the web site) so they checked and were able to make it. Even had gluten free soy sauce for the table. Husband had a burger and it was amazing gluten free bun. Lots of options but be aware it's a shared fryer so wings and fries are a no go
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The Butter Chicken entree is delicious and one of the only celiac safe items on the menu. They do not have a dedicated fryer, so all of the items marked “GF” are not actually GF. They do have a GF Cheesecake with blueberry compote, which is delicious. This restaurant is located adjacent to the Rosedale on Robson hotel in Yaletown, so very convenient for hotel guests.
Told server I was gluten free, he told me what items were gluten free, Ordered the ACE burger, Caesar salad, and mashed potatoes (you get 2 sides) when my order came and I was part way finished , I noticed there was a French fry on my plate, I looked closer and you could see that there was many fry crumbs on the plate. Seems like they forgot that it was gluten free and wiped the fries off. I told the server that this was quite serious for some people, that I would likely be ok, but the kitchen needs to know that much gluten could hospitalize some celiacs and they need to be more aware. I am unsure if he told the kitchen or not.
Ordered the pulled pork sandwich on a GF bun with Caesar salad (no croutons). It was delicious and no reaction. They also had GF beer (Glutenburg)! They brought out my meal separately and marked GF.
They have a reasonable number of gluten free menu items, Glutenberg beer, gluten free buns and the staff are all pretty willing to modify menu items for people with gluten allergies
They always take GF seriously. Have been going here for years. This last visit they had a new Thai curry dish on their summer menu and the waitress brought out an ingredient list that said the cashews may have gluten but that they could make it without them and I would be good. It was delicious and did not cause any issues. The food doesn't come marked but they do announce "gluten free" as they put the dish down. Love going here!
