Review of Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee

This was not good at all for people who are heavily allergic. They had something called “gluten friendly” which essentially means there is no gluten, but is heavily cross contaminated because it is fried in the same oil as other doughnuts. The people were very upfront about this, and did not try to sugarcoat it, but “gluten friendly” feels almost useless for the majority of people who are severely allergic. It is nice that they tried and I would recommend this for people who are not intensely allergic, or for people who are vegan because they have great vegan options. I did end up ordering a chocolate milk, which was not bad, although aside from knowing that the doughnuts were in fact cross contaminated, the servers did not know much else concerning the gluten present in what they serve.

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

— Not at all

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?

— Poor

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Good for takeout
• Good vegan options
• Good with other allergies