Pea Soup Andersen's

I just had to plug the sharp cheddar spread. A family tradition on the way to Monterey is to stop for cheese and croutons to eat in the car. Now, I use tortilla chips or GF pretzels instead but the cheese is as good as ever! It does have a may contain label, but I’ve never had an issue. I’ve never eaten in the restaurant, but the canned soup seems not to have any gluten-containing ingredients. I asked the cashier if the soup they make is GF and she didn’t know, but she said it is vegan.

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

— Somewhat

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good vegan options
• Good vegetarian options
• Offers outdoor seating

I love pea soup Andersens and I’m sad this has so few stars! Of course, I’m happy with just the soup usually so if you want a lot of choices, this may not be the place for you (outside of breakfast.) I’m celiac and have never gotten sick here - and it’s a fun kitschy stop on the 5. I have asked the waitstaff about other things (if I’m remembering correctly, they said the potato skins were gf, but that was pre Covid that I asked) and they’ve always been helpful.

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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 Characteristics

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

We called before stopping to eat there and they said they had a gluten free menu... it was hardly one. It consisted of soup and some sides. Beware with the soup, when we were there the soup was served right under where bread baskets are stacked... so if you are celiac this is huge for cross contamination.

Celiac friendly?

No

They don't have a gluten free menu at Santa Bella. The waiter did know about celiac and yes, soup is gluten free

Celiac friendly?

No

Came here with my family. I'm currently on a detox that does not allow gluten. I asked if they had a gluten-free items, the waitress provided me with a gluten-free menu(see picture). Fortunately, the soup is gluten-free. Also had a salad with their gluten-free caper vinaigrette

This place sucks they don't know anything. You should wait the car ride out then come to this place

Celiac friendly?

No

Uh, there's practically nothing GF here. Split pea soup & 'garden' salad with no dressing. Don't come here hungry!

soup, salad, and a milk shake: what more could person want? the kitchen is willing to be as careful as they can.

Celiac friendly?

Yes