Punch Bowl Social

I always get nervous when I eat here because I am a very gluten sensitive individual unfortunately, but I have had the knockout burger 3+ times with there fries and have never gotten sick. They serve us in the same cast iron plates as everyone else and this worries me but it hasn’t been a problem. Their burger is amazing and it’s always so nice to be able to eat at a place down town that is fun to hangout with friends at. That is the only item I have ever had here. The servers are not very helpful when it is busy. The gluten free bun does not have sesame seeds on it, so if yours does send it back. I have had to multiple times but they are always fast to fix this issue.

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

— Somewhat

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

I was amazed at how gluten free friendly this place is. All is clearly marked and they have a GF fryer. The fries and GF burger were the best I have had. So happy!

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

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

I ordered the chicken soup and it was so salty no one at the table could eat it. Then I ordered the tacos and there was so much sauce you couldn’t taste the taco. It’s bar food, yes, but not good bar food. That said, I had those and French fries and didn’t get sick at all.

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

— Very

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?

— Poor

Most of the menu was listed as GF or available for GF. Tacos were fantastic

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

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

Server very knowledgeable about cross contamination. Dedicated GF fryer for fries- tested parmesan fries with Nima and did not get sick. I went at 3pm- not a busy time for the kitchen.

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

— Very

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?

— Good

Alexis who is a manager in training was my server and booooooom she knew her stuff when it cam to avoiding gluten.

I had the cheeseburger and wings and they were amazing.

Definitely worth a visit

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

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

I would be very careful eating here. The waitress put in my order gluten free for the crab Rangoon dip w/o wantons and sub corn chips. The kitchen staff brought it out and told me that wontons are gluten free (they are not gf) and they are fried in a gf separate fryer, and got mad when I questioned him. The waitress (amazing) came to the table, I checked with her and she said not this is not gluten free. She was wonderful talked to the chef and stopped my order. If you eat here please be careful.

Celiac friendly?

No

The waitress was amazing about making sure our daughters food was prepared properly! She’s very sensitive and she loved the burger and the gf bun!!!!! Usually she opts no bun! Great atmosphere as well!!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

ALERT!!! Menu changed as of early 2019: no more dedicated fryer and all fried items get cross-contaminated, so ignore most of the (G) designations on the menu, as they no longer apply.

Ordered the Knockoff burger with GF bun. Waiter apologized not less than six times and steered me towards (wait for it...) a side salad without croutons instead of the previously GF fries. Bless the man, he did what he could with the train wreck scenario that management had left him. The chef also came out to check on me, which was very good of him.

I don’t think I got CC’d, it would have hit me by now, and the burger was hot and flavorful, so they get three stars for making the best of an untenable situation.

This feedback posted by JT, Celiac hubby of this jointly-owned app.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

They have a separate Gluten free menu. Their gluten free fried chicken is great and is cooked in a separate fryer! The server was very knowledgeable and the drinks are good too.

Managers and staff were amazing! Kids were able to enjoy a gf grilled cheese (cooked on a separate pan) and gf fries cooked in a separate fryer! They have a gf menu and were very accommodating. Overall - it was an amazing experience!

The staff was incredibly knowledgeable about gluten free and celiac concerns and they have a great gluten free menu (completely separate from the main menu). All of their fryers are gluten free, so there’s absolutely no chance of cross contamination. I *highly* recommend the fried chicken! It was the crispiest most delicious fried chicken I’ve ever had - even counting pre-celiac days. The ambiance is fantastic. There are many options for entertainment offered at the rear, at incredibly reasonable hourly rates. We’re only in Indy for the weekend, and have already been there twice! Great spot.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The food here is excellent and the wait staff very knowledgeable about Celiac and cross contamination. Lovely atmosphere is a bonus!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

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

— Not at all

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

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?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good vegan options
• Good vegetarian options
• Offers outdoor seating

Not safe for celiacs. Even though they mark “gluten-free friendly” items on the menu they specifically state that they can’t guarantee a gluten-free product. Super cool and fun spot though if you are fine just drinking water and hanging out. Stay away from dining though because there are better options in the close vicinity.

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

— Not at all

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/None

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

— Poor

Other Characteristics

• Good vegan options
• Good vegetarian options
• Offers outdoor seating

My son has Celiac and this is located across from Fiserv. They have a ton of GF and GFA options across the menu. The waitress was extremely helpful and made sure that the kitchen knew, her manager knew and the bar knew we were gluten free/Celiac needs. Great experience- he didn’t get sick and it’s a fun venue!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• 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

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

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

Went here last night. When I spoke with the waitress about the "gluten-friendly" items on the menu and asked how they prevent cross-contamination in the kitchen, she told me "they don't. There is cross-contamination." I also asked if they have a dedicated fryer for GF items and she said "no, they're all fried in the same oil." Needless to say, I did not feel safe ordering food here. I did get a drink which was tasty, though.

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

— Not at all

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

Other Characteristics

• Offers outdoor seating
• Reservations recommended

I was here for a catered work event, and while there wasn’t a lot of the main appetizers that were gluten free, I still had a great time. Awesome atmosphere

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

— Somewhat

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?

— Average