Tavern in the Square

This place is my favorite everytime we go into Boston. Even my non GF hubs has liked all the GF things hes tried of mine. There bang bang chicken tenders are awesome! Very good when it comes to being safe. Eaten there 4 times and never been sick. Headed back today for my 5th time! Highly recommend this place!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Went here before a concert. Talked to a manager David via phone beforehand. Asked about the farro in one of the GF salads - he said if you tell your server you have CD, they know to remove the farro. Their menu is labeled for things that are GF and also things that can be accommodated to be GF. Multiple GF fryers! Pizzas! Normally I strongly dislike chains but I’ll be back!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Waitress asked if we had a gluten allergy and almost everything on the menu can be made gluten free!!! Different staff bring out the dishes and there’s even an “allergy” toothpick stuck in the food! They are very responsible when accommodating gluten free customers

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The staff was very knowledgeable about gluten free. In fact the waitress alerted the kitchen as soon as I told her I was celiac. Gluten free items were marked on the regular menu. I had the most delicious chicken tenders and fries. And I did not get sick.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Lots of gluten free options! Everything is clearly labeled on the menu and the manager always delivers the gluten free items to the table separate from everything else.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

It was so good! Many gf option

Celiac friendly?

No

The staff seemed knowledgeable, but when examining the menu noticed that the Berry & Cheese option had farro in it although was marked G for gluten free. Decided not to risk it.

Celiac friendly?

No

They brought my son a grilled cheese on gluten bread, even though I asked the waitress literally 5 times to make sure that it was GF. I even asked again after she brought it out as it didn’t seem like GF bread and she said it was. I asked a manager and it wasn’t - it was regular bread. Unfortunately my son had already eaten half of it. The waitress was also extremely rude and had major attitude, on top of being totally incompetent (I think her name was Maritza). The waitress also told me that the chicken tenders did not have dairy (the other allergy my other GF kid has), but when I asked her to confirm it turns out they are cooked in buttermilk. Unbelievably horrible service. Avoid this place as they hire incompetent waitstaff who will put your health at risk.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Highly recommend this restaurant- fantastic atmosphere, food and service. Our motivation to come here tonight was because of their extensive GF options. My daughter has celiac disease and they were able to provide safe gluten free options so readily and attentively. They have a separate fryer- She even enjoyed fried pickles for the first time ever! VERY SAFE RESTAURANT and enjoyed by us all! We are especially thankful to and for our waitress Victoria also- who served us with such warmth and ease. She really helped to make sure this was the best experience.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Thank you for so many gluten free options! It was wonderful.

Service and food was fantastic! I was so happy to have so many gluten free options! They even have a dedicated fryer!! I would definitely be back

Celiac friendly?

Yes

This place is amazing!!! Gluten free clam chowder, fried pickles and tots from a dedicated fryer, and the burgers are SO GOOD! Ask for Mary, coolest waitress EVER!!! Can’t say enough good things, made our whole day in Boston!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Took my grandkids out to dinner before a Bruins game. I was surprised at the number of gf offerings in the menu. I had a Japanese noodle dish; it was ok but contains an unidentifiable spice I don’t like ( perhaps cilantro). I ate all the veggies instead. The girls were delighted with their meals and ate every bite, which is unusual for them. Server was attentive & considerate of both my dietary needs and the kids’ excitement, which I appreciated as it was very busy. Would recommend.

Gluten free fried pickles. You’re welcome.

The food was delicious and the staff was knowledgeable. Music was way too loud and it was impossible to carry on a conversation without shouting however.

Many gluten free options. Very knowledgeable. I had gluten free burger and fries (dedicated fryer).

Come with a couple of drinks and get the specials. Closes late even on weekdays! Awesome staff and sick (in a good way) drinks!

Celiac friendly?

No

I was visiting Boston for the day earlier in the week when I went here for lunch. I explained to the server that I had a severe gluten and dairy allergy. They assured me that getting a turkey burger on a gluten free roll with steamed broccoli was safe for me. I asked about cross contamination and they assured me there was a separate grill and it was totally safe for me to eat. Unfortunately, within 30 minutes of eating only half of my meal I was running to the bathroom. It took me 3 days to recover from this poor meal. I was extremely disappointed because the reviews were great and the server seemed knowledgeable. I would not recommend going here if you are very sensitive.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Staff including manager was very knowledgeable. GF food brought out separately and so so many choices. My daughter was so happy to try fried pickles, loaded tator tots (so good!), nachos and fish and chips. She ate so much we had to go take a nap!!! No issues other than overeating. I wish there were more restaurants like this one for Celiacs.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Excellent. Lots of GF options. Food came with Allergy stick label. GF fries with your burger. Tasty GF New England clam chowder.

Really like this place. Went twice during our visit. Clearly marked menu, knowledgeable waitstaff both times. Manager brought out our plates. Expansive menu, separate frier! The kids had a burger (great bun) and chicken tenders (great fried crust) and French fries. We also tried the fish and chips, ribs and pizza, liked them all. This place is a great find!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Everything here is safe to eat! It’s the best place to get fried food. Everything is breaded in potato chips so its gluten free and safe from cross contamination. It’s my go to place!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Every time I’m in the city I make sure to stop here atleast once. It’s a full gluten free menu and have great knowledgeable staff. The nachos are so good!

Normally I give 5 stars to Tavern in the Square but beware- on “events” nights, they do not have a separate GF fryer :( Pretty disappointing

Celiac friendly?

No

The menu has items that can be modified to be GF marked as such. When we arrived I was shown the GF markings on the menu. We ordered the fried pickles and I notified the server that I had a gluten allergy. Our server stated that “the entire menu was gluten free” which was contradictory to the hostess we were also told that all their bread was gluten free. I was immediately alarmed due to the fact that on the menu an extra charge of $2 is added to substitute gluten free bread. If all of the bread was GF then why would there be an extra charge? We orders 2 sandwiches and I specified that I wanted the GF bread for both to which the waitress again stated that the “all the bread is gluten free”. One thing I do commend the restaurant on is that the manager brings out the GF food. In my case it was a good thing because when our food was brought out I immediately noticed that the two sandwiches had two different types of bread. One was on a gluten free bun and the other was clearly not. When I brought up the matter the manager apologized and took the one sandwich away to fix it. Bottom line is that if you have a severe allergy I would steer clear of this place. Had I took the waitress’s word I would have unknowingly consumed gluten. It’s clear that the waitress was not educated on gluten allergies and was giving out incorrect information. Management handled the situation well and took the time to explain the mistake to the waitress. My hope is that this can be used as a learning experience for the staff on the severity of advertising gluten free options and not being knowledgeable on the topic.

Excellent. Many options, chef comes to table to reassure GF meal, and delicious. Only drawback is dessert menu only offers ice cream.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Host was very knowledgeable of celiac. Regular menu notes which items can be made gluten free. We had the Nashville chicken tenders, truffle tots, and eggplant stack all made gluten free. Everything was absolutely delicious.

Excellent service! Excellent food! Had a salad and fries. Manager came out and talked me through gluten and dairy free options several times! Would highly recommend!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The service was excellent & they were very cautious with making sure to note the Gluten allergy. I did not have any Celiac Disease reactions at all after eating here so I know they are very careful with not cross contaminating. I highly recommend this restaurant!! It was the first time in years I was able to eat onion rings and they were amazing!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

1. Had gluten free beer! (Glutenberg) Not just cider. Cider is cider, not beer. 2. Tons of GF options- gf buns, gf pizza, gf fried food- all cooked in a separate friolater to keep safe from cross contamination 3. Waitstaff told dedicated manager who made sure he watched and then delivered the food. Food was great! Felt safe and was like everyone else, able to eat just about everything. (Like gluten food didn't even exist.)

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I have eaten here several times before games and the staff is always knowledgeable about allergies. They have an extensive GF menu, and can make almost anything GF. They have Udi's buns, pizza crust, beer, and a dedicated fryer. They also have GF onion rings and battered chicken fingers (however these do contain dairy). Since the fryer isn't safe for my dairy allergy, they cook fries and tater tots in the oven for me and they're just as good! I've yet to be disappointed with their food, I highly recommend stopping here!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Many GF options. REAL onion rings! Great food

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Lots of GF options. Dedicated fryer! GF beer. Well, one GF beer but better than lots of other places that only have cider.

Amazing place with very good food. Great gluten free menu.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Great gluten free options. French fries, nachos and more.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Absolutely excellent. Most of the menu is or can be made gluten free. plenty of options that you wouldn't normally see gluten free such as fish & chips, onion rings, poutine, fried pickles, and more! Everything I ate was delicious!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Our waitress did state their fryer was not dedicated and cross contamination was likely. For that reason, we did not try as many of the options as we may have otherwise. However, our food and drinks were great. And despite the fryer issue there were still plenty of options to choose from.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The menu was such an amazing selection. My waiter was great when I said I had celiac. I wanted to cry to be able to have wings and oniom rings. I wish I lived closer.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Gf options were good. Had very tasty Quinoa bowl which was delicious!! Great place to eat!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Incredible! GF menu is Off the charts! The Chicken fried steak sandwich 😳

Very good! Menu clearly marked. Lots of options.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Are here twice with the family while on vacation. So many GF options! We ordered four GF meals and shared. Good was fantastic. Our whole family lived this place. Ver wish they had one in Philadelpha area. C

Celiac friendly?

No

I was really excited to go here. After a long trip with no gf options available I was ready for a big meal. I talked to the server about my intolerance (extremely sensitive celiac) and they seemed to know what they where doing. I was so happy I decided to order and angry orchard cider while waiting for my food. The drink came out and without thinking I took a quick gulp from the cup... It was beer.....iv been sick for a week now... Thanks guys! ..... I hope this business does a better job in the future of educating their staff on celiac disease and how to bring cider to those who order it .... Great food but if you're a celiac watch out!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I had a great meal here after arriving at North Station en route to a destination with questionable GF options. Everyone I interacted with (hostess, server, manager) was extremely knowledgable about gluten free options and cross contamination and it's clearly something they take seriously. I had a more in-depth conversation with the manager, Sal, about kitchen practices and he inspired a lot of confidence. Plus, lunch was delicious. (I had the Southwestern BLT with sweet potato fries.) Definitely worthy of a return visit next time I'm in the area!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Get the gluten free pickles! They are awesome. The other food was great too and the manager addressed all the gluten / allergy concerns we had.

I had the Southwestern BLT and it was beyond delicious. No side effects! Shoestring French fries were great, too.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Absolutely delicious fish & chips; I'm just gluten sensitive but wait staff made every effort to accommodate my additional food allergies and had a great experience here. Would definitely recommend!

very gluten free friendly. awesome food. huge portions. great service.

I go here all the time since it opened and never had an issue. The staff is very knowledgeable . One of my favorite places!

super place to go for those with celiac!

So many yummy options for GF. Everything is marked on the menu. I had the pulled pork sandwich on a GF roll. Family enjoyed their meal.

On Safety

Claims there is no cross-contamination, but seeing as I have gotten sick every time I’ve eaten there, this is not to be believed.

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?

— Poor

On Quality & Quantity

The taste is fine, sure, but each time I’ve eaten there I end up violently ill for days afterwards. NOT SAFE for people with celiac.

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

— Not very

On Safety

Got curbside due to the pandemic. Menu marked with gluten free items. I ordered menu items marked gluten free. Southwest tots, cornflake fried chicken and buffalo cauliflower were the menu items I ate. Either they weren’t prepared gluten free or some of it got contaminated. The night we ordered I had a rash and a migraine but didn’t think it was the food because of the listing of gluten free. I had leftovers the next day and that’s when I knew rash again migraine and my insides were on fire. Not sure how they go about gluten free in the kitchen and precautions to prevent cross contamination. Something went wrong.

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

On Quality & Quantity

Good selection of gluten free on the menu, I felt safe placing an order before having the food and reactions. I have ordered from other places that have marked gluten free items and haven’t had problems.

Other Characteristics

• Offers online ordering

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The chicken fingers are not GF (cornflakes used in batter are not certified gluten free), so everything fried is contaminated. Mgmt is aware, but doesn't want to change the recipe.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Nachos! Gf Everything I have had here is excellent. I am very sensitive celiac never an issue if you stick to the gf menu

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Went here with my family today this place is amazing. I have celiac disease and no problems. Waitstaff is wonderful and helpful. I would recommend this place.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Very knowledgeable, great selections, frequently updating the menu with new choices. Best GF option in the area. I visit often, and am pretty sensitive, and I always enjoy it.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Eat here frequently. Always careful about allergies.

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

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

— Excellent

On Quality & Quantity

As a sensitieve celiac I had no trouble eating here!

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free

Jury is still out. I wanted to love this place , especially since they were at the gf expo. The waitress was very knowledgeable and my food came out with allergy flags. However my dessert did not end it was stated this was all safe foodZ however 45 mins later I was very ill at home and all night. I did call the next day and the managers are looking into heat ingredients in the flourless cake is not safe as I definitely was glutened.

Omg, the bang bang broccoli was so incredibly good. Also had the pickle chips and fish and chips. So many options it was hard to make a decision.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Love it! Mostly everything is gluten free. Not crazy for the bar atmosphere but food was good😋

Celiac friendly?

Yes

My waitress told me she had celiac disease and I could have cried. I got fried pickles, Mac and cheese, and chocolate cake. All gluten free. It came out with an allergy flag in it. They have safe protocols and dedicated fryer. All of it was delicious!

Excellent every single time we go there

Awesome mac n cheese! And I'll have plenty leftover for breakfast!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Great food- everything on the menu can be made gluten free- tons of vegetarian items too. Note- SUPER noisy - so bring ear plugs if you’re sensitive 5 stars for food, minus-1 for volume

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Great GF food. Most things are GF for everyone, not just special made. Great Mac and cheese as well as eggplant and chicken parm!! Came two days in a row!

I can see why there are mixed reviews on here. Went here Sunday during a busy brunch and ordered off the menu. Everything they fry is rice or corn flour so it’s all safe the manager assured us. My husbands burger came out on a regular bun and the waitress said “my bad” like it was no big deal. The manager and other waiter apologized profusely and neither of us felt sick after. Definitely go here, but be sure to overly mention the seriousness of gluten free.

Most menu items can be made gluten free- pizza, fried foods, sandwiches/burgers. Knowledgeable staff, food comes out marked as “allergy”. They now have gf pasta!

Celiac friendly?

No

This used to be my go-to place but not anymore. I ordered to-go and was very clear about my order being gluten free. I got home with my meal and they gave me a regular bun for my burger. I called up, explained I have celiac disease and then explained the problem. The person on the phone asked me if I was sure- to which I replied that there is a distinct visual difference in GF and regular buns. I asked to speak to a manager who asked me to describe the bun and he confirmed that it contained gluten. He was very apologetic and did refund my meal, but I told him that I now no longer feel safe eating there.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Cannot rave enough about this place! Everything came with allergy sticks to ensure we were kept food safe. We have dairy allergies which they accommodated as well! Enjoyed so many amazing dishes. We had: Fried pickle chips Guacamole and chips Fish tacos Beef tips French fries And all dairy and gluten free!!!!!!!! The menu is amazing. They even have dishes like general Tso chicken gluten free. Will be returning soon!!!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Staff knowledgeable about Celiac disease and the GF options. Dedicates fryers for GF fried food, GF pasta and burger buns. I had the General Tso's Chicken, which I love but haven't been able to eat in 15+ years. It was delicious, and big enough portion that I took half home for lunch the next day. I recommend highly, and look forward to going back.

Great food! Many options and dedicated fryer. My son had tons of options and knowledge staff. Highly recommend!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Awesome fried pickles. Next time - I won’t share! 😊 General Tsao’s Chicken was good (and s bit spicy, as it states), too, except the chicken wasn’t battered and it was overloaded with sesame seeds. However, tempura broccoli - yum!

What an awesome meal! They’re on it! Having celiac disease sucks, they’re so good with allergies they’ve got awesome selection and great taste with no repercussions!!

Celiac friendly?

No

Requested gf, came out with allergy flag, still got sick. :-/

Excellent food, friendly staff! We are all at home gluten-free for various reasons including celiac and gluten intolerance. Found them to be helpful in helping us decide.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Lots of options (including on the kids menu and dessert menu), a very conscientious staff and everything I’ve tried is delicious.

Staff asked if I had a gluten allergy and the food came with an “allergy” toothpick in it. Large selection of menu items that can be prepared gluten free.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Lots of yummy GF options. Staff is knowledgeable and they have a dedicated fryer. I love their corn flake coated chicken tenders!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Just went there tonight and it was the best gluten free experience that I’ve had in a bit. Dedicated fryer. Very knowledgeable staff !! I would highly recommend this place !!! I had the fish and chips, ( no tarter sauce though ) the fried pickles ( amazing ).

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Will definitely return!! Not the largest selection I’ve seen but definitely enough to choose from and totally worth it! Comes marked with an allergy “flag” so you know it was made with care. Staff was knowledgeable. Delicious food. Only downside for some times is that it was rather loud. Okay for this occasion but may not be on others.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I have now been here a number of times and food has been great, lots of GF options. Each server I’ve interacted with was allergy knowledgeable. Feel comfortable recommending for fellow celiac folks.

Great gluten free options. It's always a treat to have fried calamari and fish and chips. Really friendly staff and a great atmosphere!

Actually obsessed with this place! So many options. Got a whole spread and shared and it consisted of a gf pizza, buffalo cauliflower, chicken tenders and tater tots. They had allergy labels and the manager came and spoke to me. Definitely going back soon

Celiac friendly?

Yes

So awesome the manger came over with my food (Dane) he was great my waitress was great. I had the maple chicken tenders amazing the fridge pickles were the best I ever had

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Knowledgeable staff. Dedicated fryer. If menu says GF it means it can made gluten free. It’s not automatically GF. I had fish and chips with pickle sauce. Tartar sauce isn’t gluten free. Pickle sauce is and it’s almost like tartar sauce. General Tso chicken was amazing. highly recommend !!!!!

Best gluten free chicken tenders and fried pickles I’ve ever had! SO many gluten free options!! The fried chicken tenders and fries... even the tots and pickles come gluten free regardless of whether or not you are gluten free! Really limits the chance of cross contamination. I love this place.

Fried pickles in dedicated fryer, however they are spears and not the circles. 110 grill is better. The prices on their drink menu are very high. Many empty tables and we had to wait 15 mins to be seated.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

This is our second time here and they definitely surpassed our expectations! The manager on duty, Sal, went above and beyond to take care of our needs and concerns. Our waitress, Kayla took the time to ask the kitchen any questions on things she wasn’t sure about. The majority of the menu is or can be made gluten free and there is limited room for cross contamination. Sal told us about their certified gluten free desserts and offered for us to try the Brownie. I’ve been GF for almost 20 years and this is by far one of the best brownies I’ve ever eaten!! It comes out in a wrapper to prevent any possibility of contamination as it is a certified GF item. They have another NSF Certified GF dessert which is a marshmallow rice crispy bar, I’ll be trying that one next time! Great food, amazing service and they do everything possible to ensure your meal is to your satisfaction. Thanks Sal!!!!

Food was well prepared. Store manager brought out the GF Meal. Dedicated fryer for all fried foods, in other words all fried food is GF. A must visit.

Celiac friendly?

No

Unfortunately, this location is not up to par with other Tavern in the Square restaurants. Per their manager, their chicken/steak has a high risk for cross contamination due to being cooked on the same grill and was less than helpful when asked if a separate pan could be used. There is no dedicated fryer at this location either. Due to risk for cross contamination and unwillingness to accommodate, I would not recommend this location.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Delicious food, knowledgeable staff & dedicated fryers!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

There are only a few items on the whole menu that cannot be made gluten free. The food was delicious! Gluten free clam chowder and gluten free calamari? Count me in! The staff was very knowledgeable about Celiacs and the executive chef brought out my meal. I’d highly recommend this place!

First time trying this new place in Garden City. Most of the menu is gluten free or vegetarian. They have a dedicated fryer for gluten free. The place has a rustic vibe and I love it! I will definitely be coming here again!

Second time I have gotten sick there. No more.

I am celiac and was sick as a dog after eating here. Stay away!

If you’re looking for gluten free fried chicken this is your place! I also like how the plates are marked as “allergy” and brought out by a manager.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Very knowledgeable staff, designated fryer and some delicious choices!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The staff is extremely knowledgeable and they are super careful, especially if you tell them you have an allergy. There are quite a few options, even some fried foods! It’s all very delicious. I just wish the Mac and cheese had a GF options!