Sunliner Diner

Summary: not safe 1 they brought my burger out plated with the fries, even though I asked him not to 2 the kitchen staff seemed confused about what was considered gluten free 3 the waitress later told me that the fries were gluten-free because she marked my order with “gluten free” although she could not answer me if they had a dedicated gluten-free fryer that fried nothing else but french fries when I asked her that question.

I told the waitress I couldn’t have any wheat. I ordered a bacon cheeseburger on a gluten free bun, with the fries on a separate plate so I could give them to my son, and a side salad with no croutons.

A kitchen employees brought my burger on the same plate as the fries, with the fries all around and touching my bun, and no salad. I told her that I’d told the waitress that I couldn’t have the fries on the sane plate because I have to eat gluten free. The kitchen staff seemed confused on whether or not that meant she needed to make a whole new burger. I told her that I would need a new burger and bun and I needed my salad, and apologized for the inconvenience.

The waitress came out and apologized. She asked if they made it wrong and I said yes. She said that she put it in as gluten-free so they should’ve known.

they later brought me my hopefully remade burger, and a side salad. They did not bring the fly fries on a separate plate so that my kids could eat them, even though I had to pay for them, like I originally asked. At this point, I was done with dealing with it so I didn’t even ask for more fries.

They seem to be a bit disconnect between the waitresses in the kitchen staff and what was actually gluten-free, and what wasn’t.

Previous restaurant goers have advised that their fries have not been gluten-free, and, based on my experience , I did not feel comfortable eating there at all anymore.

My family, that does not have to eat, gluten-free, did enjoy their meal, and said that their shakes really good.

There is another restaurant that has delicious burgers with gluten-free buns, that I had much better experience, just a block away. I will not be ordering food from Sunlight again.

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

— Not at all

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

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

— Poor

Sunliner Diner took us on an enchanting journey back to the '50s with its charming retro-themed ambiance and an amazing staff that made the entire dining experience enjoyable and memorable. Their exceptional service was like a cherry on top of an already delectable sundae.

Their consideration for diverse dietary needs is commendable. Although there is no dedicated gluten-free menu, they do offer a decent range of gluten-free (GF) alternatives. The GF bun is deserving of special mention. It was light, fluffy, and tasted great with the generously portioned burger, which was so large that half of it was more than enough for a single sitting - making for a great meal to look forward to later.

My husband tried their Sunliner Burger and gave it two thumbs up. The balance of textures and flavors was perfect, making it a treat to the taste buds. The real star of his meal, however, were the onion rings. With a perfect crunch and well-seasoned batter, they were simply fantastic.

For those with a gluten intolerance, it's worth noting that the fries at Sunliner Diner are not gluten-free. On the other hand, they have other gluten-free side options including coleslaw, green beans, a side salad, and mashed potatoes. Although I didn't try the coleslaw, green beans, and salad, it's good to know that these options are available for those in need of GF alternatives.

As for the mashed potatoes, I can confirm that they are gluten-free when served without gravy. They were just okay, but a welcome option for those steering clear of gluten.

All in all, Sunliner Diner beautifully merges the nostalgia of a bygone era with the modern necessity of catering to various dietary preferences. Despite the lack of a dedicated gluten-free menu, they score high on making available a handful of gluten-free choices. The meal portions are generous, and the culinary experience is quite satisfying. This place is a must-visit, just remember to come hungry and make sure you don't miss out on their incredible onion rings!

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

— Somewhat

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?

— Good

GF buns and supposedly GF fries!

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?

— Not Much

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

— Good

We stuck with a sundae …. However, they do have GF buns and will make you a burger on a special m, non-contaminated grill, according to our waitress. They also have salad options. The 50s atmosphere was fun, and the staff was friendly!

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

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?

— Average

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout

They no longer have gluten free buns. I tried the lettuce burger and got sick

Restaurant does have gluten free buns