Ruthie's All-Day

17 recent ratings
$ • Barbecue Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Bread/Buns, Burgers, Dessert, Fries, Sandwiches
Safety Rating
16 ratings

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3411 5th St S
Arlington, VA 22204
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Most Recent Reviews


Overall Rating

Review


Delicious! So many GF options, and there is a dedicated GF fryer, so I could have fries! Highly recommend the butterscotch pudding for dessert.

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 2 weeks ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


I’ve only experienced their takeout, but it was great! GF fries with no cross contamination, and a burger bun that didn’t immediately fall apart. And the burger was genuinely good too! My non-GF boyfriend enjoyed his meal too. Our food arrived and it was marked with what was GF and what wasn’t. I’m excited to go back in person!

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer
  • Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for takeout
Updated 2 weeks ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


French fries!! A dedicated fryer for the fries and lots of bbq options marked on a separate menu. Waiter was super helpful and kind. Super delicious and no issues so I will be back!

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 1 month ago read full review

This establishment is NOT a dedicated gluten-free facility and may not be safe for those with celiac disease. Please contact the establishment directly to inquire about safety precautions.

Gluten-Free Features

  • Reported to have a dedicated fryer
  • Bread/Buns
  • Burgers
  • Dessert
  • Fries
  • Gluten-Free Menu
  • Sandwiches

Categories

  • Barbecue
  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Dinner
  • Healthy
  • Keto Friendly
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Paleo Friendly
  • Restaurant
  • Takeout
  • Vegetarian Friendly

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The bun held together until the last bite!
**Make sure to mention you are ordering off the GF menu as these items still required modifications
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Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Pretty decent gluten free menu! Have been here twice. Burger with the gluten free bun is good, fries in a dedicated fryer so a bonus! Pulled pork platter is good too, great red skinned mashed potatoes and coleslaw

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 2 months ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Separate GF menu with a little bit of everything available, even two dessert options. Waitress saw right away I had a GF menu and asked if it was for an allergy. The waiter announced my plate was GF as he set it down. Fries and burger were good, and I took brisket and sides to go, which were also good.

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 2 months ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Waiter was exceedingly knowledgeable and conscientious about the gluten-free menu and other allergens. Food was delicious. I had the pulled pork with fries, brussels sprouts, and grits. Some of the best barbecue in the area. Will come back regularly.

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 2 months ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Great brunch!

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 4 months ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Dedicated gf menus with lots of options. Dedicated fryer and knowledgeable staff. The gf buns are very good. GF deviled eggs are amazing.

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer

Quality & Quantity


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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for lunch
  • Offers outdoor seating
  • Reservations recommended
Updated 4 months ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Great gluten-free fries, barbecue, and desserts (try the toffee pudding). I am a sensitive Celiac, and I've never had a reaction after eating here. They offer a gluten free menu. I always confirm with the waiter that the fries are in a separate fryer.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 4 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


While the food was excellent, bbq was superb, I am confused as to why this place has such positive reviews from the celiac community. They do have a gluten free menu, and I did stress that I was celiac and spoke extensively about the food prep, but I am currently having a severe reaction from my meal. I would say if you are gluten free by choice, then it is a great place but otherwise I would steer away if you are sensitive to gluten exposure of any sort.

On a side note: they seem to be VERY unstaffed and as a result our service was terrible and slow. I wouldn’t recommend eating here if you’re in a hurry.

Safety


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

— Not at all

Quality & Quantity


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?

— Average

Updated 8 months ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Awesome place— GF items marked and accommodating. Careful preparation and great food!! Two of us who ate there have Celiac and we were fine! It was my second time there.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 11 months ago read full review

Wheat Allergy

Overall Rating

Review


The first time I went on a weekend and the waitress didn’t want to deal with GF or DF and so I only had a salad and a cucumber vodka drink. I was so sad that they were not accommodating. THEN I WENT BACK for their drinks with my daughter in law during the weekday let’s say 10:30am. Perfect time, not to busy and this time the waitress said there are many things they can accommodate! What a surprise for me, they can accommodate or fix up many of the dishes to make them GF and DF. The staff were extremely efficient in making sure the dishes I ordered were made with the adjustments for GF and DF. I WILL BE GOING BACK! But not on the weekend. Having tasted some of the food I highly recommend this place. Also, they are opening a new one outside the beltway.

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
  • Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked
  • Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


I was so happy to see a gluten free menu. I told the server about gluten free and placed an order for the meat and 2 sides. When the crispy Brussel Sprouts came I ate a couple and they were delicious. As I looked further I saw breaded fried onions mixed in and asked the server. Well they gave me the wrong thing and it had gluten and I have been feeling awful ever since.

Safety


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

— Not very

Quality & Quantity


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?

— Good

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


They have many great GF options on their GF menu (available online too). Have gone multiple times and have not had issues. I feel really safe eating here.

I let my server know I have a GF allergy (I didn’t mention celiac even though I am because sometimes it’s exhausting) when I ordered a salad that came with croutons. When the server was about to set the dish down, he noticed the croutons were present and immediately said he’d take care of it. When he delivered the salad without croutons, I asked if it was a new salad and he assured me it was new. Without prompting, he explained that they will always make a new salad because some people are sensitive to cross contact and contamination.

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Offers outdoor seating
  • Reservations recommended
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

Overall Rating

Review


Delicious food. Gluten free menu and friendly wait staff. Dedicated fryer gave me the opportunity to have chicken wings- yum. Pulled pork, dill potato salad, and pinto beans were all good.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Legitimately delicious food. I got the pulled pork with baked beans and cole slaw which was a perfect pairing. I also let them know that I had a celiac and they volunteered to have the chefs wash their hands and makes sure everything would be safe. I ended up feeling alright after the meal.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


I have been here many times I appreciate the gf menu, the carefulness of the waitstaff, and my gf food has always been excellent.

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


There is a gluten free menu and dedicated fryers for their gluten free items (fries, chicken wings, etc). The server was very knowledgeable and told us if he labeled the order gluten free, the computer wouldn't let him add an item to the order that was not on the gf menu. He said all gf items are celiac safe.

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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?

— Good

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


I ordered a gluten-free burger and fries. The manager told me the fries were in a dedicated fryer. They normally mix burgers and buns on the same grill and when I explained that I have celiac, the manager offered to cook the burger in a separate clean pan. The gluten-free burger bun was extremely tasty – – way better than most normal buns. The shoestring fries, which they call something else, were exquisite. It’s been about four hours since lunch and I have had no adverse reactions. Again, the meal was delicious and I plan to return.

Safety


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
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer

Quality & Quantity


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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for lunch
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

Overall Rating

Review


Delicious BBQ with plenty of GF and DF options. It helped that our server was also GF.

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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?

— Good

Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
  • Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer

Quality & Quantity


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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 3 years ago read full review

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