Pho Saigon Pearl

Closed Veery good. Communication was iffy with one employee but menu clearly marked. Lots of options. Will be back.

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

When they opened a few years ago, they made an effort to be GF, but that faded pretty quickly. Nothing there is safe to eat if you have an allergy, and they don’t label their menu anymore.

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

— Not at all

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?

— Poor

Used to offer gluten-free options but not anymore. Called to see about gluten free options since online menu didn’t list and staff had zero knowledge about gluten free options and cross contamination process

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

— Not at all

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?

— Poor

Other Characteristics

• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good vegan options

My husband and I were told several sauces in the entrees we ordered were gluten free but when they brought out the sauce containers, there was “wheat flour” listed in the ingredient list. The sauces are hoisin, oyster, & soy sauce. Both locations use non gluten free soy in their Shakin’ beef but tell you (at 51st & Thunderbird) that they keep gluten free soy in only the kitchen but it’s not true. Another server confirmed this. The location staff at Carefree seem to really care & are very sweet, but if you don’t know that gluten appears in many of the brown Asian sauces then this restaurant has to be a no -go, in my opinion. When I left a message for the owner to call at their Care Free location (she owns both locations), she never called back. The staff at Thunderbird & 51st really don’t care & treat you that way. It’s a shame because their food is really delicious.

Celiac friendly?

No

Good food lots of options to choose from

Celiac friendly?

Yes

My first time ever eating vietnamese food. It was delicious! I had the chicken pho with extra veggies. Lots of choices, nice staff, and I did not get sick. I'll be going back.

Amazing fresh delightful and delicious! Many gf and Vf options. Can’t wait to go back!

Really great Vietnamese food. Much of the menu is GF and is indicated on the menu. Everything is fresh and delicious.