Roja Mexican Grill

Unsure about the safety but the waiter was not the most informed. I’m gluten and lactose intolerant so it is partially my fault for picking Mexican but there is vegan cheese options as well, but they didn’t seem to pair with the gluten free options very well. Overall will try again, just need to do more research beforehand.

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?

— Below Average

I eat here every time I’m in town. Never had a reaction. So much of the menu is GF. Always a risk when the kitchen isn’t dedicated so docked a star for safety.

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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Ordered the GF chicken nachos. When the nachos came out, the chips looked like deep fried flour tortillas. We were reassured by our server and the manager that they were GF chips. One allergic reaction (wheat) and much sickness later (celiac), we can confirm the chips were not gluten free. Second time we've been wrongly served here recently. Eat at your own risk.

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

— Not at all

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?

— Poor

Love this place! So far it is the one place in Omaha where I don’t feel so limited in what I can order. I actually feel normal here. The waitress assured me that their chips are fried in a separate fryer and they have a ton of gluten free options. Their chicken enchiladas with queso are delicious! Love it here!

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

— Somewhat

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

With guidance from the waiter and chef, I ordered an “off menu” rice bowl” with shredded chicken, black beans, guacamole, lettuce and tomato. It was delicious! Great service and great food!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for keto
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegetarian options
• Good with other allergies
• Paleo friendly

My go-to, Celiac friendly Mexican Restaurant in Omaha. They have a dedicated fryer for their corn chips and fried corn taco shells and tostada shells. All of the other fried items are made in a separate fryer away from the chip/corn shell fryer. I've never been glutened here and I eat here almost every week since I found out I needed to be gluten free, CELIAC safe. They have a separate gluten free menu, and many vegan options, their vegan taco "meat" is also gluten free, the vegan green chili chick'n is not gluten free and neither are the vegan shrimp, black beans are gluten free, refried beans are not, but the Mexican rice is gluten free, andgreat. Sunday is Happy Hour all day, so that's great. Yay, a Mexican Restaurant where I can eat the chips and salsa and have crispy vegan gf tacos!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

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?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers outdoor seating