Sugar Creek Seafood Restaurant

12 ratings
$$ • Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Safety Rating
6 ratings

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7340 S Virginia Dare Trail
Nags Head, NC 27959

Most Recent Reviews


Celiac

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Server didn’t even know what gluten is… we got up and walked out.

Safety


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

— Not at all

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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This place is NOT celiac friendly. I called in advance to ask about a fryer or pasta and the manager asked me what a gluten free fryer was and the proceeded to tell me “you don’t just drop fish in a fryer, its breaded so could never be gluten free” Then he hung up on me.

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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The gluten free menu is on a small paper. Just ask the staff for it when you arrive and they will provide it. The waitress’ sister has celiac and she made sure my food was ordered correctly. There are some items on the regular menu that look gluten free but weren’t added on the gluten free menu. The marinated tuna is on the gluten free menu but it’s in a teriyaki sauce so I’m skeptical. Food was ok. Nothing to write home about. I got the broiled seafood platter and you get a good amount of food. Wish they had more side options.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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?

— Average

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for keto
  • Good for lunch
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 2 years ago read full review

This establishment is NOT a dedicated gluten-free facility and may not be safe for those with celiac disease. Please contact the establishment directly to inquire about safety precautions.

Gluten-Free Features

  • Gluten-Free Menu

Categories

  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Healthy
  • Keto Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restaurant
  • Seafood

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Gluten free menu
Broiled seafood with cucumber salad and baked potato
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More Reviews


Celiac

Overall Rating

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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?

— Good

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Excellent scallops

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Ate here for lunch on a Sunday afternoon. The parking lot was packed, but the restaurant was empty. Very nice view of the water. Very limited GF menu - on a large index card. I'm not sure they know what gluten is - as they consider shrimp cooked in BUTTER not gluten free. The broiled seafood had no flavor (GF or not), but it was very fresh. Very sensitive Celiac daughter had no reaction, but not sure we would eat there again with all the other seafood options on the island.

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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I have eaten here for over 20 years, 9 of them gluten free. They have the best broiled scallops on the beach! I have Celiac and have never had a problem. The cook them in olive oil and not the funky stuff for ordinary people. The shrimp are great as well if broiled. Best scallops south of Maine!

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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Very disappointing. Their gluten free menu is a laminated 3x8 piece of paper that is taped to the hostess station. The majority of the food is fried. When I asked them to eliminate shrimp, (I have a shrimp Intolerance) from my steamed seafood platter they said no because the kitchen was too busy...seriously! It all went in the trash. The only reason I give it two stars is because of wait staff.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 8 years ago read full review

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The food was so bland, no seasoning at all. My fish wasn't cooked all the way (Im a fan of rare tuna, but not a fish like rockfish that should be cooked). The service was poor and slow. The only good thing about it was the view.

Updated 9 years ago read full review

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Staff is knowledgeable and the food is great, although a bit on the pricey side. You get what you pay for, though, and that's pretty sizeable portions of freshly made fish.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 9 years ago read full review

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Great lunch! Friendly waitress.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 9 years ago read full review

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Loved this place! By far, one of the best eateries we went to. The staff was knowledgeable and friendly, which was a plus! Many of the dishes can be made gluten free but you'll do fine with any of the steamer dishes!

Updated 9 years ago read full review

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