P.F. Chang's

4 recent ratings
$$ • Chinese Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Fried Rice, Noodles

Warning

This is a chain, which typically means a high risk of cross-contact. It may not be possible to dine safely at this establishment.

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4 ratings

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1819 Lake Cook Road
Northbrook, IL 60062

Most Recent Reviews


Gluten Intolerant

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Menu clearly states gf options, and my dinner came out on a different color plate that designated it gf.

Food was tasty, I didn’t get sick, and it has definitely been a while since I have been able to get Chinese food due to my allergies.

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?

— Excellent

Updated 3 days ago read full review

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I called before and talked to a manager. I needed to avoid soy and gluten and then guaranteed me it would not be a problem. She even told me what to order. We got there and the server was less than thrilled and gave me different menu items than what the manager said. Needless to say 30 minutes after the first bite and I was in the bathroom. Avoid this place!

Safety


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

— Not at all

Quality & Quantity


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?

— Average

Updated 3 weeks ago read full review

Celiac

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Delicious gf options. Gf soy sauce. Large variety. Highly recommend

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
  • Reservations recommended
Updated 2 months ago read full review

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.

Gluten-Free Features

  • Fried Rice
  • Gluten-Free Menu
  • Noodles

Categories

  • Asian
  • Chinese
  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Dinner
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Online Ordering
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restaurant
  • Takeout
  • Vegetarian Friendly

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Symptomatic Celiac

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The food is good but it takes so much time and effort to communicate with the waiters/chef. Many don’t understand what you need and have to refer you to someone else.

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?

— Good

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Fine options

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Ordered all of these item from designated GF menu: egg drop soup, spicy chicken, beef magnolia, and the famous chicken wraps w/ lettuce. ALL came back as GLUTEN found when tested separate in the Nima sensor. I LOVE PF Changs and so I just really really wanted it to be GF! Which is why I tested all items. Of course restuarants cannot ensure 100% GF but, please remember, just because you do not get sick - doesn't make it gluten free. :( bummed about this one.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Great gluten free menu. They make everything separately and even brought out gluten-free soy sauce without us asking. Waiter very knowledgeable - they have clearly trained their staff.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Staff was very knowledgeable and gf dishes came out in different marked plates that the regular ones. Also tasted amazin!!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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Spoke with knowledgeable staff. All food we picked up had certified labels they were prepared gluten free. This is my favorite place to stop for Mongolian beef and Fried rice!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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I ordered gluten free Chang’s spicy shrimp — tested it with Nima sensor and it came back with containing gluten. Did not feed it to my daughter.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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Decent GF menu. In addition to about a dozen other options, they can do GF lettuce wraps and Mongolian Beef, which is what we typically order. GF good is served on plates that are different from gluten containing options. We've eaten here many times with our two celiac daughters.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Spoke with the manager, Ken, ahead of my visit to go over my dietary restrictions. Tasty options and the gf food comes out on a different plate. Ken even came by a couple times to make sure everything was ok- even on a busy Saturday night. Will definitely be back!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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Wonderful gluten-free friendly place to eat! Lots of options. They really take precautions with your meals. Gluten-free meals come out on a different shaped plate than all the others.

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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Went there on Easter, group of 5 of us, and they were great! My son was diagnosed with Celiac in November, and we have had issues at other restaurants with "Gluten-Free" menus. No problem here! I was very nervous, but the waiter and the kitchen manager both reassured me it would be fine. My son ate the Lettuce Wraps and the Chicken with Broccoli, loved them both! He also tried my Mongolian Beef. All of this off the GF menu. He did great...no reaction! Way to go, PF Changs! Thank you! ;)

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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Used to be good. Not sure why they can't use gluten free soy sauce. Ill change my rating if they have more options

Horrible got sick after eating here

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 9 years ago read full review

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Delicious. They have GF soy sauce that they use and bring to the table for you, so their GF menu is pretty extensive. I usually get fried rice. Don's miss the lettuce wraps - they are amazing.

Updated 11 years ago read full review

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The GF menu has so many choices. So accommodating. The food was beyond amazing!

Updated 11 years ago read full review

Reviews of this Chain

Celiac

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Used to go here a lot pre pandemic but had not been in some time due to other options I can’t get at home. Wanted something fast so got an order to go. Was ready in 12 mins! Safe and marked gf. Be sure to ask for packets of gf soy sauce.

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?

— Some

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

— Good

Symptomatic Celiac

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Review


I ordered delivery. Everything was clearly marked with allergy labels. I had the chicken fried rice and the chocolate soufflé. No reaction. Both were delicious.

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
  • Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

Symptomatic Celiac

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Review


Not safe for celiac. “Gluten free” labeled and very good food but got very sick. My gluten intolerant friend did not get sick.

Safety


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

— Not at all

Quality & Quantity


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

Celiac

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They have items marked with “gluten free option available” on the menu and website

My Mongolian beef came out on a different colored plate than my friends food, I assumed that was to indicate an allergy/sensitivity

But got super sick on the way home— super disappointed as I used to go there a lot before I was diagnosed

Safety


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

— Not at all

Quality & Quantity


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

Symptomatic Celiac

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Review


I eat here pretty often and have never gotten sick. They have great protocol for allergy orders, use special colored plates, and are very accommodating. I get the chicken and beef combo fried rice. They also have a gf chocolate dessert with ice cream that's amazing.

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
  • Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Offers online ordering

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