Riva Grill On the Lake

Very few options. I had the chicken quesadilla which was good but to be honest, I was praying I wouldn’t be glutened. (I wasn’t) I’m giving an overall 2 because of limited options, not so knowledgeable waitress and safety concerns. I rolled the dice and did okay but it was a gamble in my mind.

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

There is no gf menu here but the server was able to indicate a few items that could be made gf. I had the filet mignon with no bacon, which came with garlic mashed potatoes and asparagus. The chef said the demi glace was also gf but I opted not to use it. Delicious dinner with no reaction. Prices were high but I was able to get a 7 oz instead of the 10 oz which was $10 cheaper.

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

We had a beautiful and safe dinner here. They take allergies seriously. My server checked with the chef whenever I had questions. We had deviled eggs and fish tacos. Both were great and I felt perfect the next day.

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

— Very

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

Horrible service and atmosphere. Reservations were at 6:45, table was ready. I asked for a GF menu and was told our server could help me. The restaurant noise level was at a 10, could barely talk to my colleague. Server came to ask us for our drinks at 6:55, did not get them until 7:30. I asked our server for a GF menu and she just gave me blank look. I asked if I could get the risotto and she checked and I was told no. I asked what I could have and she advised salad. Our food order was finally taken at 7:45, did not receive our food until 8:30. Please note we ordered salads. Very frustrating experience, even asked for the manager as our server seemed overwhelmed He did not seem to care or offer assistance.

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

Excellent food and great service. They have a GF menu but it was on our server’s phone. The server had me to take pictures of the GF menu on her phone. The GF menu included what was celiac safe or not. Highly recommended and we will be back

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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 had the Short rib dish... Awsome!

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?

— Excellent

The waitress was aware of celiacs. They were able to modify the menu to be gf. I got the ribeye without the rum sauce.

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

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options

The waitress was knowledgeable about the food and informed me most food could be made gluten free. Chef was made aware and I had the ribeye, it was fantastic. Very good, a little pricey but very good.

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

Other Characteristics

• Offers outdoor seating

This place was horrible. Zero knowledge. If you feel like paying $300 to get sick, go for it. Otherwise....go somewhere else. I don't know who in the world thought this place was GF friendly. Walked out. Didn't eat my meal. Love that I said we are GF and it came covered in bread.

Celiac friendly?

No

Server was very knowledgeable and helpful. I ordered the bacon wrapped filet, it does come with a sauce that is typically not GF but the chef was able to prepare a special GF sauce for my entree! No issues getting sick, steak and mashed potatoes were delicious!

Rivas doesn't have a GF menu, but their servers were knowledgable about what items were safe to eat and double checked with the kitchen. I let them know that I had Celiac Disease when ordering as well. I ordered the bacon wrapped filet mignon with mashed potatoes and a wet woody to drink. I had no problems after eating there. It is pricey, but you are getting what you paid for (delicious food!!).

Celiac friendly?

Yes