Silver Diner
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I explained that I had celiac to our waiter, who was nice but seemed uneducated about it. I ordered turkey chili & mashed potatoes, both of which were labeled gluten free on the menu. Within 2 hours I was extremely sick.
Dedicated gluten free fryer. Waitstaff seemed knowledgable and to care. The food was great as well!
Gluten free bread options (toast and buns)
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Have eaten here multiple times with no reaction. Tons of options!
Food was awful. Waiter was clueless about gluten free and/or celiac disease. The manager (or what I am assuming was the manager) tried to assure us the food was gluten free. However, the food arrived to the table and was not gluten free. The kitchen remade the food and (after waiting 30 mins) the food was awful. Summary: the entire party of five did not enjoy their meal AND they served gluten “by accident” to a customer who was very clear about having celiac disease and needing gluten free food. I would stay away.
My family frequents the Silver Diner often. They always have great gf options - sandwiches, burgers, pancakes, French toast, etc.
Staff was knowledgeable about what had gluten and what could be modified, I felt very comfortable here
We have been ordering from Silver for years now. Even when they are running promotions with new foods, there is usually at least one gf item. The only criticism I have is that I wish they did an old school regular ol pancake. We’ve ordered breakfast, lunch, and dinner from silver and everything has always been top notch.
Silver Diner has an extensive gluten free and plant-based menu. I love coming to Silver Diner for brunch because I know that the staff is knowledgeable and will take the necessary precautions to prevent cross-contamination. I enjoy the French Toast!! So good!!
Gluten free items marked and they have gluten free toast. Food was amazing
Tasty options and knowledgeable staff! My waiter confirmed that my food (Oaxaca omelette) would be prepared on a separate surface. Came with GF bread! The kitchen isn’t completely gluten free but they do take precautions for celiac.
Amazing place. Plenty of gf options that even a kid can like. Gf options for normal and kids menu. Great food and drinks. I come here quieter often and always love it.
My appetizer was great but was accidentally given regular French toast instead of gluten free and was sick for weeks.
They seemed concerned enough about safety, when it came to gluten, but my actual meal (which we had delivered) wasn’t remotely similar to what I ordered. Fine if what I ordered wasn’t GF, but she could’ve told me that on the phone. Probably the worst meal I’ve had in years.
I eat here a lot and never get sick. The food is delicious and the staff knows about gluten free. I love their options. Plenty to chose from.
Love places that I can eat the fries! Had the build your own burger and it was yummy. Had it delivered to my hotel when traveling. No problems. Adding this place to my list!
Silver Diner has made great strides with their gluten free offerings and food handling protocols. A year ago, I became violently ill after eating some allegedly gf pancakes. Recently, I gave them another chance and the experience was wonderful. Waiter was knowledgeable, food was safe and delicious, and the menu has improved over all.
Food is so delicious that we went back 2 days in a row! Lots of gf options and vegan too. Lots of healthier options. They even have organic ketchup! The avocado toast on gf bread was amazing! My kids loved it too!
It’s not often you find a diner that is so gluten-friendly! They have a great GF menu, even gluten free French toast! I had the quinoa coconut pancakes with a side of bacon and a scrambled egg and had no issues. Everything was delicious and the diner itself is neat!
Love this diner. Server is having the kitchen make exactly what I want off menu.
Yummy yummy breakfast, I had no reaction to the food and it wasn't expensive!! :)
UPDATE February 2017. They have segregated their fryers so it is safe to have french fries. This is not true for all Silver Diners but this location has made the change. Thank you! Now if we could only get this chain to use better GF buns on their hamburgers.....
I imagine this place is great if you have kids or if you really like sweet foods, but personally I don't have any kids and prefer savory foods. Their savory menu is pretty limited and pricey and the menu is difficult to decipher. I would only go here for dessert but not an actual meal as the food is just ok, but at least it is safe.
Amazing food and so many GF choices, including the kids menu. I had a question about one of their specialty burgers, and the manager came over to talk to me. One of the burger toppings was a breaded tomato - which has gluten. But then the manager said he could make a gluten free version with a fresh tomato and corn meal/egg. He not only went back to the kitchen and prepared it himself, but he also instructed the other cooks on how to substitute it too! Incredible experience and we will be back!!
Love the Silver Diner! Best burgers and sweet potatoes fries! I also have had the gf pancakes and they are super tasty!!
I was highly impressed with this diner. We recently were there for the first time and the manager came to speak with us to tell us what the gf options were for breakfast. My daughter opted for the kids gf french toast and loved it. What I liked best about this place is that they offered gf options on the kid menu at a typical kid menu price, which is hard to find. We will definately return.
steak and burgers without bun, one salad option, eggs, bacon, milkshakes. they state the mashed potatoes are gf..no gravy
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Very few GF items on menu.
I ordered the Thai Cauliflower Pasta with gluten free pasta (as listed on the menu). The dish might be better as a quinoa bowl, but it was good, slightly small in size.
I asked if the pasta was cooked in its own, separate water. Waitress said it was but didn’t seem to care about my concerns, making me a bit worried about cross contamination.
Although I felt fine after eating, I experienced typical contamination side effects for a week. I’m not 100% it was caused by this meal, but I did not eat out otherwise.
I’ve eaten at the Silver in Bethesda and had no contamination issues.
I’d give this restaurant another chance, if I had to, as no other waterfront restaurants in the area, at this time, appear to be GF friendly.
This is a family-friendly diner located a block away from the waterfront. Some outside seating. Bar located separate from diner.
I got the gluten free french toast and while it was tasty, I literally threw up on the plane an hour later😭and remained sick for the weekend. I can’t say this was a CC issue as vomiting is not a symptom Ive ever had. Additionally, my non-gf partner had the regular stuffed french toast and also got sick for the weekend. So.. I think it must’ve been something other than gluten.
Gluten free buns available. But fries are fried in same oil as gluten foods (per the waitress)
Menu is clearly marked. We had lots to choose from, including g-free French toast and pancakes. Beautiful restaurant right in the heart of the city. Highly recommend.
This is my favorite! Their gluten-free options are amazing. I go there any time I can get to Waldorf! From appetizers to dessert, this is the place to go! Huge fan!
