Shinsen

I ordered online and the restaurant actually called me to let me know that the pork i ordered had gluten (soy sauce) so they DO read the notes and are knowledgeable and careful. Love to see it.

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

Shinsen has been a standard go to option for my celiac partner since it opened. Items are labeled, carry out orders are well labeled, and waitstaff brings up concerns as needed.

Learned this last visit that the fryer is shared and NOT dedicated after ordering the karaage fried chicken but ordered anyways as we’ve never had an issue with it since they e opened. Well tonight was the first issue and figured I’d post about. Was well warned so no complaints to the staff or management. Will definitely be back and be more cautious of their shared fryer.

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

— Very

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

Great gluten free pad see ew and fried rice (prepared in a hot stone bowl)! (Neither is marked but you just need to ask the server) Highly recommend for East Asian food in downtown Evanston.

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 for dairy-free

Gluten free Pad See Ew with chicken so good

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

Shinsen is great! I’ve had at least 25 meals there in the last year. I’ve never gotten glutened. Some things are marked as gluten free on the menu. But you can ask if they can make anything else gluten free. The servers are thoughtful and kind. You can always ask them to double check with the kitchen as to whether something can be made GF. I’ve had the Teka Don, salmon avocado and tuna avocado rolls, miso soup, chicken wings, and there’s a gluten free noodle dish listed on the menu. If it’s a new server I double check that the kitchen knows how to avoid cross contamination in the kitchen. Sometimes the portions are small, but it’s always been worth it for the peace of mind. When it’s a to go order, I ask them to put “celiac disease / severe gluten allergy” on the ticket. They have always taken great care of me. And their food is delicious.

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

They are fantastic! I can't have gluten, eggs or dairy. They have tamari instead of soy when requested and ensure everything they give me is safe. I love them! The food is delicious and people there are warm and kind. Excellent food quality and service!

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

— Very

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

Wonderful place to get sushi and some other options - soup, skewers, some noodle/rice dishes. Right off the bat, the staff were very knowledgeable about celiac and proactively described how to take care when preparing a dish without gluten. It is awesome. The servers know how to modify sushi to be gluten free, even if it isn't listed as gf. My partner has celiac and she's eaten here 3 times the last 3 weeks with no issues whatsoever. It's a new staple for our household! Add on top of this that the food is delicious and the atmosphere is chill and fun. Couldn't recommend it more highly for celiacs.

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

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

Lots of options and they’re delicious! They do not use wheat-based rice vinegar in the sushi rice and they have fresh wasabi too! (Some wasabis have wheat)

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 for kids
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegetarian options
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating

Food was good but not many gf 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?

— Not Much

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

— Excellent

Good food and options labeled!

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?

— Not Much

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

— Excellent

Ordered takeout. Staff on phone was knowledgeable and very patient. Many dishes are marked GF but many others can be made GF. For example, they can make spider rolls with corn starch instead of tempura. Delicious food. All of the take out containers were marked and labeled with ingredients and GF. They also gave a bonus edamame for free! They can give you GF soy sauce. I would recommend for celiacs craving sushi!

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

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 dairy-free
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating