Ruby River Steakhouse

I was staying at the Peppermill on a business trip. Very hard to find gluten-free at the casino. I ate at Ruby River twice that week. They were so helpful. The manager came to the table and spoke to me before they put in my order. With not just needing gluten free but also milk free it is a challenge! Rib were awesome!

I got really sick last night after eating there

Celiac friendly?

No

I've eaten here twice without issue. Let the staff know if you're celiac and the manager will come talk to you and then go to the kitchen staff and make sure your food is safe. They will cook your food on a clean pan or on aluminum foil. It's a little bland though.

It was good at the time... But I was later sick both times I went there.

Celiac friendly?

No

We were happy to find one more GF option for dining out! Ruby River Steakhouse has a good assortment of options on their gluten free menu, including dessert! The food was very good and plentiful. Everyone was happy with their choices. The staff was friendly and the service was great. We'll be back!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

They had a full gluten free menu. Everything from appetizers, entrees, sides, and desserts. The waiter was super friendly and also offered to make other items gluten free! The appetizer buffalo wings were so delicious and it was nice to be able to share something my husband and both enjoyed! I was actually full when I left! Not positive about cross contamination in the kitchen. They normally batter and deep fry their baked potatoes and mine came out late I’m assuming they accidentally did and then realized that was wrong. They were great with my meal and wasn’t sick at all after! Excited to find another place!

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

I have had many great experiences here. Went last night and was disappointed to discover they have changed their main menu and gotten rid of their gluten free menu for the time being (although sounded like they just hadn't had a chance to recreate it yet, so maybe there will be one again in the future). That being said, they still did a great job. Our waiter was extremely knowledgeable offering information about foods I couldn't have due to things like marinades or cross contamination before I could even ask. The only steak that was gf was the filet mignon. The food wasn't as good as it has been in the past, but it was Friday on Mother's Day weekend so that could have played a part. I was able to eat safely.

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?

— Some

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

— Good

I was so happy to see a dedicated Gluten Free menu with lots of options. The server was well-versed and offered GF bread (which turned out to be toasted sliced GF bread) and brought me a salad with no croutons. I had the filet minon and baked potato. Everything was delicious and cooked to order.

The next morning, however, I had a headache and fatigue like I had been glutened. I can only suspect cross contamination - maybe the toaster? I’m usually not that sensitive but something definitely caused a reaction. Unfortunate because they were so careful, courteous and everything was delicious!

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?

— 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

Madison was absolutely phenomenal! The last time I came here, the waitress couldn’t tell me why the filet mignon was the only steak available on the GF menu. Cross contamination, which I figured, but it was very nice to have it explained by someone knowledgeable. I ordered the ribs just because that’s what I was wanting, and she came back and told me that the only ribs available were most likely contaminated. She went back and picked a steak herself, and made sure it wouldn’t be an issue. She went above and beyond and made this whole feeling like a pain very painless.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• 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?

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for dinner
• Good for keto
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good with other allergies

They do have a lot of potential options for GF, but unfortunately the menu has not been updated to what the restaurant currently offers. I had to order three times, although they had the grace to comp my meal. Service was slow, the fastest thing they brought was the check; my colleagues and I had to leave and get our food to go. On the plus side, the burger was good and I had no reactions.

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu