Salt & Light Cafe Bistro

I get salt and light pretty frequently and usually they are very good with cross contamination. However, the last time we ordered from them and my husband went to pick it up my (gluten free) food and his (gluten) food were put in the same packaging. Unfortunately, my husband did not say anything to them so I could not eat it when he brought it home (he is less comfortable making special requests from restaurants than I am). However, knowing the restaurant, if he had asked I have no doubt they would have given me a different piece in its own box. I get sick when I even touch a crumb and so far (apart from this one incident) I have been safe eating there.

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

Staff knowledgeable and friendly. Almost everything on their menu can be made gf. Fantastic breakfast foods. Can not wait to go back. I had pancakes and split a muffin.

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?

— Excellent

One of my favorite places around to get a sandwich! Recently started using a new GF bread it’s delicious! Also have GF donuts every first Saturday of the month. Just wish they were open every day!

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Offers online ordering

Great spot for breakfast or lunch! Very tasty food and always trying new things that are gluten free- they even had gluten free donuts in the past! You can tell everything is homemade. The staff is very careful and knowledgeable about allergies. Everyone here is so nice!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers online ordering

I was so excited to have breakfast here and it is an adorable cafe. While they said all the right things and seemed like they could handle my simple order of drip coffee and pancakes, nothing else something went terribly wrong.

After a couple bites, I tell my husband, “these taste like real pancakes! I’m worried that they taste too good!” Last words that will live in infamy. Before I could even finish the stack, I was having a reaction.

Ruined our breakfast with friends, ruined our visit to New England and now I have a rash.

They did apologize and insisted they had been careful, even refunded us for our whole meal. I’m not sure if I would give them another chance but others have only ever loved it?

Celiac friendly?

No

I wasn’t sure that this spot would be worth the short drive from RT2 but I was starving and wanted breakfast. SO worth it! The Vegan hash was flavorful and filling and the GF toast with homemade jam was also perfect. Very knowledgeable staff, asked if I had celiac, and prepared my food separately. I highly recommend it!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Great food. One of the best gluten free experiences I've had. Wonderful choices and incredible customer service.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Best breakfast I've had in the twenty years since diagnosis. Lemon mascarpone pancakes with real VT maple syrup, fresh blueberries & a generous side of bacon perfectly crisped, with a real Flat White. Most places that do GF pancakes use a mix that tastes powdery and doesn't have much body, so I usually get eggs or omelette. This offering was freshly made by adapting the original recipe, much as I would in my own kitchen. Can't wait to go back to try brunch.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Awesome Place! Very knowledgeable staff and Amazing Food! I highly recommend giving them a try and do not forget to try one of their "oh so tasty brownies"

Celiac friendly?

Yes

My absolutely favorite place for breakfast or lunch and my gluten-family agrees! My fav lunch is Ruben with kimchee and the morning muffins are to die for!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

This was seriously the most amazing breakfast we have ever had. They can make the whole menu gf and are very well versed in cross contamination and celiac. My son said they were the best pancakes he ever had. Super friendly staff and very cute decor. A must try!!!!!!

Salt and Light Bistro has daily fresh-baked gluten free pastries and desserts. They also offer gluten free breads, veggie burgers, pancakes. All sauces and dressings are made in house and are gluten free.

Celiac friendly?

Yes