Sunny Side Kitchen

This place is wonderful! Tons of GF options, and if you tell them you have celiac, they take extra precautions to avoid cross-contamination. I got a delicious crustless quiche and a peanut butter banana muffin. Their espresso-based coffee is also excellent.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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 breakfast/brunch
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegetarian options
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating

The kitchen is open so you can see them making your order. They use the same panini press for gluten and gluten free and do not clean it between. I also watched them put the gluten sandwich on the press, then sweep the crumbs onto the panini press, then with the same gloves grab the gluten free sandwich and sweep the gf crumbs over the sandwich. Totally not safe for celiac. Also found 2 hairs in the sandwich….

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?

— Some

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

— Average

The best place ever and my go to often! Lots of gluten-free options with their soups and sandwiches and quiches! Bob and Kate are the best!

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

— Very

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

— Excellent

Loved it! Cutest little place and the nicest staff. They take Celiac prep seriously if you just ask. I got a breakfast sandwich and it was SO BOMB. They like toast the bread with parmesan and herbs - genius. My BF who’s not Celiac also enjoyed his food! Homemade lemonade was also a hit!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• 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?

— 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 breakfast/brunch
• Offers outdoor seating

Lady I spoke to outlined the precautions they take to prevent cross contamination. She was very friendly. Great customer service.

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

Great quiche!

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

— Somewhat

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

I always have a good experience here! When I’ve ordered inside they’ve listed all the steps they take to prevent cc including using different utensils, cutting boards, condiments etc and toasting paninis in a bag. When I’ve ordered online for pickup, they actually have a “celiac” box you can check! I always feel safe here and their paninis are out-of-this world! One of my favorite mom-and-pop shops.

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

— Very

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

I took my celiac daughter here because of all of the great reviews. I read it was Celiac safe in several reviews. I was helped by Bob who was mentioned in other reviews. I told him my daughter has celiac and read wonderful reviews mentioning it is celiac safe. He told me that it really isn’t and there is flour and other non gluten free goods everywhere. He said he could make my daughter a GF sandwich but couldn’t guarantee that they could would try to avoid cross contamination. Another woman came to help and explained the process they use much better than Bob. By that time, my daughter felt very uncomfortable because and did not want to eat there. We ended up at Swami’s Cafe. She got the best GF waffles she ever had there and felt safe and comfortable.

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

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

— Poor

The quiche here is truly unbelievable. No crust, just cheesy eggy deliciousness. Many flavors but the green chili is to die for. The works breakfast sandwich is the best gf breakfast sandwich I’ve ever had. They’re a bit pricey, but everyone has an up charge for gf bread and they’re very generous with the avocado, so I don’t mind dropping the $ for one. They also have gf muffins daily which are quite tasty. Well worth the visit, definitely my fav breakfast joint in Escondido.

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 breakfast/brunch
• Good for keto
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating

I had told Bob I had a gluten allergy, which he then asked me if I had Celiacs, I said yes. He told me all the steps the kitchen takes to prevent any cross contamination and I felt assured. A day later I’m writing this review and am feeling fine! The food was also great. Fresh food with fresh ingredients. Love 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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

We purchased salads and told them about celiac (well, we say gluten allergy because restaurants seem to grasp that better). They changed gloves and used clean surfaces for us. Their gf muffins were in a case very close to gluten brownies so I wouldn’t trust those. Not sure how safe they are with baking. Small, homey, friendly place.

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

— Somewhat

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers online ordering

Yummy GF panini’s! Also got a gf quiche, and muffin for the next day.

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
• 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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• 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?

— 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 breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating

Awesome place!!! Celiac friendly.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

They are knowledgeable about cross contamination and want to keep guests healthy and happy.

Quality is delicious and fresh. Gluten free options taste amazing.

The owners are so sweet and really engaging. It really feels like you are sitting in your aunts kitchen and she is making you lunch.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• 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
• 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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers delivery

They understand how to avoid cross contamination.

Canyon Bakehouse bread for any Panini Sandwich. Gluten Free crustless quiche.

Delivery through Hungr.com.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• 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
• 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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers delivery

They take precautions to avoid cross contamination for gluten and all allergies.

Great GF muffins, always worth grabbing one for after lunch

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good with other allergies

A little pricy, but delicious sandwiches! They grill them in bags to ensure they stay GF.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Wonderful little cafe, kids loved the muffins & hot cocoa. I had the breakfast panini on gf bread. They used parchment paper to reduce risk of cross contamination. No reaction and I consider myself very sensitive.

They started out selling at the Farmers market and now have their own shop! They make Gluten-free cookies and muffins very yummy!