I had the huevos rancheros and they were very mid but I did not get sick here and the staff was very kind
— Very
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Most/All
— Average
— Somewhat
— Most/All
— Excellent
great restaurant! i got gf french toast and it was delicious! the server showed me all the gf options on the menu and was very kind! i really recommend checking out this place!
— Very
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Most/All
— Excellent
I stopped in for weekday breakfast meeting last week and had a really knowledgeable server who recommended the hashes without potatoes (those are fried in the shared fryer). I had the Joe's Scramble and it came out flagged. I subbed the toast out for sauteed greens instead, that were a little sweeter than I was expecting but the extra veggies were good. The scramble was tasty and huge--our server offered GF toast but that would have been too much food. No reaction afterward.
— Somewhat
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Most/All
— Good
Great food, lots of GF options. Loved the gf toast.
— Very
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Most/All
— Excellent
Gf Swedish Pancakes and French toast were amazing! Loved the berry bar.
— Very
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Most/All
— Excellent
Emailed restaurant in advance. General manager replied:
“Thank you for reaching out!
We pride ourselves in being able to accommodate those with severe allergies. When a server notifies the kitchen that a customer has an allergy, the kitchen will clean the cooking surfaces and will use fresh cooking utensils. The food will also be marked with an allergy flag so that the plate doesn’t get confused with any others by the food runner.
There are a number of items on our menu that are gluten free, and a number of others that can be modified to be gluten free. I recommend you check out our menu online here: https://www.portagebaycafe.com/brunch-menu. Any item marked “gf” is gluten free by default. Items like our omelettes and scrambles that usually come with wheat toast can be gluten free by substituting our gluten free bread. You can also check out our allergy book, which breaks down our menu and highlights the major allergens in each dish:
https://static1.squarespace.com/static/544ab456e4b0f3ba72eb800a/t/60b0690a08aa190da562a44e/1622173962901/Allergy+Cards+Summer+2021.pdf.
I hope this info is helpful. Your server should be very knowledgeable about the menu and will also be able to answer any questions you have. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any other questions.”
— Somewhat
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Most/All
— Good
My boyfriend and I have celiacs and this cafe had a lot of good gluten free options, vestry marked, on the menu! Staff was also amazing and super friendly!
— Somewhat
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Some
— Good
I ordered the gf French toast - it was amazing, so fluffy and thick! I told the server I had a “gluten allergy” (celiac) and the server told me that it would be prepared separately. The dish came out with an “allergy” toothpick which also felt reassuring. No issues for me!
— Very
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Some
— Excellent
Pretty sure I got wrecked by the vegan gluten free hash with no toast which I figured was the safest option on the menu. The first time it came out the server said the line cook put toast on it by habit and then took it off and she asked me if that was okay or if I was celiac. That was a good sign. The dish was then remade. However next day I’m having problems.
— Not very
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Some
— Below Average
Wonderful gluten-free pancakes, French toast and hash dishes. I am not celiac. It seems to me that they are good about cross-contamination but I cannot swear to it. A good place to go with friends who want a traditional breakfast.
— Very
— Some
— Excellent
Had the gluten free French toast with homemade in house bread and complimentary berry bar and fresh cream! As a celiac this was a dream meal! Great service and fun cool atmosphere
— Very
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Some
— Excellent
DELICIOUS GF FRENCH TOAST. I was a bit concerned it wasn’t gluten free because it so good! their food is fresh and the service is amazing. Definitely would recommend if you’re in the area.
— Very
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Some
— Excellent
Good selection of GF, staff seems knowledgeable. I always get a scramble and GF banana pancakes
— Somewhat
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Some
— Excellent
What a great recommendation from a friend — Swedish pancakes are GF and GF French Toast and regular GF toast are options too!! We really enjoyed the atmosphere and all the offerings! This is a must try!!
— Somewhat
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Some
— Excellent
Great GF options and staff was knowledgeable. Also great options for my non-celiac husband. Flavorful and great quality!
— Very
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Most/All
— Excellent
I think they had a slip a few years back but seem to take GF and other allergies very seriously now. I'm still fairly new to being diagnosed but have felt yuck after eating at some places and felt GREAT after eating here. Plus their GF bread is YUM. Frankly everything was yum. They do have a dedicated toaster so even had toasted bread. YAY!
— Very
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Most/All
— Excellent
— Very
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Most/All
— Excellent
We ordered the swedish pancakes and the farmer's hash. Both gluten free (chose gluten free toast with the hash). Everything was wonderful with generous portion sizes. We did contact-less pickup on a Saturday morning and food was ready quickly with fast pickup. Definitely would order again!
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Some
— Excellent
Was great, the staff was knowledgeable about gf options, food came out with allergy toothpick and I didn’t have any issues afterwards! The Swedish pancakes were so good!
Yes
Many gluten free options. If you have celiac, ask for food to be prepared separately. Waiter was very accommodating. Banana pancakes were delicious!!
UNSAFE!!! Menu had multiple gf offerings; wait staff assured me they do gf all the time. I was VERY clear that I was celiac & it was NOT a lifestyle choice. My gf Swedish pancakes were paraded out with a flag listing “allergy”, & manager assured me all care had been taken. Food was delicious, had a lovely brunch with family. One hour later, I was vomiting explosively from the Chihuly museum back to our apartment. My family was terrified as I was too sick to talk for hours. The meal may have been gluten free, but when you cook gf pancakes on a griddle where you’ve cooked wheat products, it’s contamination. Much staff retraining needed. My first visit with my son & newest daughter-in-law was nearly ruined as I was too ill to do much. Definitely not friendly for celiac & sensitives.
No
They warn about cross contamination, but I've never had a problem eating the Swedish pancakes. They're delicious.
Yes
Went to brunch there 2 days ago. Service was awful, when food came it was tepid, eggs were overcooked. Bacon was burnt around the edges and chewy in the middle. My friend has been in the bathroom with food poisoning from the crab cakes for a solid 24 hours and I an starting to experience symptoms of cross contamination. GO SOMEWHERE ELSE.
No
Good options, high cross contamination
No
Decent GF options. I got the buckwheat pancakes and they were great. Great fruit bar.
Gluten-free pancakes!! I have eaten several gf dishes/gf places lately and felt bad afterwards. That wasn’t the case here! I wish I had tried this place earlier.
Wait staff was knowledgeable and food was great! I had the chilahuevos with uli's chorizo. We sat on the patio near a heater and it was very nice. Menu has several gluten free options. I am celiac and did not get sick.
Yes
I was a bit worried going here since there are many opportunities for cross contamination at a breakfast place. I generally stay away. I ate here often prior to my celiac diagnosis. I was pleasantly surprised at my ability to eat here safely. I had the farmer's hash with bacon. It was served with gluten free bread, but I did not eat the bread. The food was delicious and most importantly, I did not get sick. I will go back.
Yes
Excellent food. Menu has GF options clearly marked. Food arrives with allergy flag.
Yes
It was ok. The service wasn’t the best. They had a few options. I was super excited to try their gf bread, but the server didn’t care to offer it to me. I ended up getting gf pancakes- they were ok. VERY SWEET... kinda saggy. :( Their berry bar was delicious and their homemade whipped-cream was absolute Devine. Less sweet then the actual pancakes.
Yes
Lots of GF options. I had French toast (with topping bar). Egg options too! Delicious!!! Strawberry kiwi mimosa 😍
Wonderful! House made GF bread sooo good. Had GF banana fosters French toast, amazing. Staff very knowledgeable
Yes
Delicious gluten free French toast and my daughter didn’t get sick. Good options. Huevos Rancheros were amazing!!
Yes
I have been here several times now. The homemade gluten free bread is amazing. I prefer as toast than in French toast. My new favorite is the Swedish pancake which is gluten free as the standard. They also offer a GF banana pancake that I have not tried yet. I’ve only eaten breakfast food here so far, but sandwiches looked awfully tasty when my table mates got these on my last visit. I highly recommend checking it out.
I love this place!! Always have the GF Swedish Pancakes. It’s the only way they make them—gluten free, with tapioca starch and rice flour. You can also add more fruit and whipped cream from the “toppings bar.”
Yes
So good. I was real sad when I took that last bite of my Swedish pancakes. I was warned that they make bread for all of their locations here, so there is a risk of cross-contamination (flour floating in the air and such) but assured me they do all they can to prevent it in other ways. Gf folks can choose from Swedish pancakes, buckwheat pancakes, French toast and vegan banana pancakes. They have a toppings bar for your pancakes and toast which was an awesome touch.
Not a ton of options, but the breakfast hash thing was pretty good. No stomach problems after.
Yes
We stopped in for breakfast, once we got there the server did everything to not convince us to stay, including reminding us "you know this is a bakery". The sous chef came out and assured me she could make something safe. I would not recommend this place if your truly celiac.
No
Good options. Lots of gluten free if you're intolerant. For celiacs there are fewer options but they seem to know gay they're doing. I was very clear about how sensitive I am and how sick I would get. The waiter was great and went through their process with me. No reaction and the pancakes were wonderful. Speak up and you should be fine!
Yes
They have items listed as vegan & GF. The gluten free pancakes were amazing!! Fresh fruit bar with the pancakes to pick your own toppings. All locally sourced. Staff was very knowledgeable.
Yes
Eat here frequently. Celiac. Have never reacted
Yes
The menu is confused and confusing. We received glutinous toast on our gluten free order. There were bits of other menu items in my hash. They do not get my vote of confidence. Not celiac friendly.
No
Love their GF French toast.
Yes
celiac friendly-ish. I couldn't have bread or pancakes or potatoes. we went for breakfast and I had an omelet with fruit. no reaction, but it wasn't love either.
Yes
GF options, but not as many as I had hoped. Plates and silverware seemed dirty, as if they had been handled by many hands and possibly contaminated. Would probably not go back.
I’ve eaten here a few times now and haven’t gotten sick. Clearly marked gluten free on menu as well as vegan. Very knowledgeable staff in regards to cross contamination, inform them of allergy/sensitivity or disease and they will properly mark the food for the kitchen and items came out with picks. I have very few places I feel safe eating and this is one.
— Very
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Most/All
— Excellent
I have been a fan of Portage Bay for years and am thrilled to have one now in my neighborhood. The staff is helpful and understands celiac. I almost always get some sort of pancake and a side of protein. All the pancakes come with a trip to the fruit and topping bar. I also love their veggie hash. My non-gf partner especially likes the crab cake Benedict. Although it's a shared kitchen I have never had an issue at any of their cafes.
— Somewhat
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Some
— Excellent
Amazing options, pretty good in house gluten free bread.
— Very
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Most/All
— Excellent
Emailed restaurant in advance. General manager replied with the following, which I found to be helpful and accurate:
“Thank you for reaching out!
We pride ourselves in being able to accommodate those with severe allergies. When a server notifies the kitchen that a customer has an allergy, the kitchen will clean the cooking surfaces and will use fresh cooking utensils. The food will also be marked with an allergy flag so that the plate doesn’t get confused with any others by the food runner.
There are a number of items on our menu that are gluten free, and a number of others that can be modified to be gluten free. I recommend you check out our menu online here: https://www.portagebaycafe.com/brunch-menu. Any item marked “gf” is gluten free by default. Items like our omelettes and scrambles that usually come with wheat toast can be gluten free by substituting our gluten free bread. You can also check out our allergy book, which breaks down our menu and highlights the major allergens in each dish:
https://static1.squarespace.com/static/544ab456e4b0f3ba72eb800a/t/60b0690a08aa190da562a44e/1622173962901/Allergy+Cards+Summer+2021.pdf.
I hope this info is helpful. Your server should be very knowledgeable about the menu and will also be able to answer any questions you have. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any other questions.”
— Somewhat
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Most/All
— Excellent
Menu is clearly Marked gluten free. Server assured me things were gluten free. I did not ask my usual questions but I did ask them to make sure that certain things were gluten free. I have never been glutened so badly as I was here. I have been suffering for over two weeks. Unclear if it was the potatoes or the Dutch pancakes (marked gf) or the hollandaise sauce or just some serious flour in the air or the worst possible cross contamination. I would not recommend this restaurant for celiacs.
— Not at all
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Not Much/None
— Good