Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant

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

While I appreciate the designations of GF on the menu I found them missing on the dessert menu. More could be added to the regular menu including more substitutions to make an item GF. For example the two taco dishes were not GF because of a flour tortilla. Seriously? Most places I go to readily substitute corn for flour tortillas or put the meal in a bowl. I was told corn tortilla not available and a bowl (omitting tortilla) was not workable as there was no other starch subs such as rice available. Well I’d suggest an offering of say, more lettuce, some veggies, mixed greens, beans, potato, serving of corn tortilla chips? Same with the complimentary hummus offered -no options for the GF and the server knew of GF status before we ordered drinks. Cut veggies or corn chips work. She was knowledgeable and a good server but the lack of anything to draw back a GF customer is top down stuff not server level.

Upon me asking about desserts, the server identified the crème brûlée as GF as well as the espresso ice cream dish that I did not want. Technically NY style cheesecake is crust-less so that could have been an option but I tend not to ask too many in depth questions of servers as they are usually busy/have to check with the kitchen which is time consuming. I also have brought my own toasted bagel to brunch because there are never options for me bread wise.

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

— Not 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?

— Not Much

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

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dinner
• Good for lunch
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegetarian options
• Offers outdoor seating
• Reservations recommended

very little gf menu

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?

— Below Average

Nice selection for adults, clearly marked but not any gluten free options for my toddler be nice if they can add a gluten free bun or pasta to make it easy for us to dine here with her.

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

Lots of gf options, knowledgeable server (Gloria) and they will help you to order something safe. I actually had choices for lunch which is unusual. Servers usually say I can have a salad.

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

Ordered the branzino, cauliflower mash and polenta. The menu stated these items were GF on the menu. Tested the polenta with my Nima sensor because the polenta looked fried. So glad I did because it tested contained gluten. The waitress swore it was GF. Apparently not!

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

They have a separate allergy menu. Regular menu has gluten free icons. You can have pretty much any fish grilled. I had grilled tuna with a garlic chili sauce. With mashed potatoes and rice. Was excellent. Waitress was very knowledgeable. Great experience.

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

Very few gf entree options. I also have a dairy allergy and there was only 1 side dish option. When I tried to customize a suitable meal I was told the kitchen couldn’t do it because the meals were already portioned out… I ended up with a very boring and tasteless skirt steak and broccoli rabe. Thankfully when the waitress saw I hardly touched it, she removed the $38 (overpriced) meal charge. Very disappointing.

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?

— Not Much

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

— Poor

Other Characteristics

• Offers outdoor seating

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

The staff was very accommodating regarding the gluten free options. For example, instead of a bread basket, they brought chips and green salsa. They also brought a smaller version of the artichoke dip for my non gluten free fiancé. The only issue was the limited number of entree options available. I had the crab and corn risotto and it was pretty good.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The menu has a gf symbol on the menu and if it doesn't, it can be made gf , if possible! And if they aren't sure, they ask a manager and they really cater to your specific needs.