Santa Hierba Jalatlaco

They have a separate display case of beautiful gluten free cakes, tarts, donuts, etc. They tend to be on the healthier side (for example sweetened with fruit rather than sugar).

UPDATE: I would still go there for tea and cake (the tres leches cake is great, for example), but I have since been for lunch and was not impressed. Two reasons. One was that when I ordered and said I was Celiac, they modified everything I ordered, which was all already marked GF, without asking me first. They were trying to be helpful by removing all ingredients that were not labelled GF, as they were concerned they couldn’t guarantee there would be zero cross contamination. But by doing this they made their already-bland food more bland by removing sauces, nuts, etc. The second reason is that the food veers too far into the “trying so hard to be healthy that it’s no longer tasty” category. The yam “fries” were the worst I have ever had, just barely-cooked, still-hard, fresh sliced yams with no oil or salt.

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?

— Most/All

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

— Good

Many gluten free and vegetarian options clearly marked. I had the tacos with vegetables and peanuts (the freshest and healthiest ones I've had in Mexico), and an enormous piece of gluten free cake. The server came back to the table to tell me one of the salsas contained gluten, the other was just delicious though and it shows they take care. Not inexpensive, 360mx with drink and tip, but so good to feel completely safe. The rooftop was lovely even on a very hot day.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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 lunch
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegetarian options
• Offers outdoor seating

Glorious! The separate glass display of vibrant GF pastries would be enough on its own. But the setting was incredible. GF items were clearly marked. The service was knowledgeable and thoughtful. And the food… delicious. So tasty I came back for a second brunch.

I recommend eating brunch there and taking a box of pastries to snack on as you walk around the city!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• 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 kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegetarian options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers outdoor seating

Amazing! Great service best food ever! So many options. So clean and healthy and the whole menu is labeled for allergies and vegan options.

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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options