Texas de Brazil
$$$$ • Brazilian Restaurant
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Overall, my experiences here have been positive, with 90-95% of their offerings being naturally gluten-free. However, there are some caveats for those of us with stricter dietary needs.
The highlight, of course, is the array of perfectly seasoned and expertly grilled meats served tableside. Almost all of these are safe for celiacs, but there are one or two options that are not gluten-free. It’s important to double-check with the staff each time you visit, as recipes and offerings may change. Despite this small limitation, the majority of the meats are a safe and flavorful option.
The salad bar is expansive and offers a variety of fresh vegetables, cheeses, and other accompaniments. While most items are celiac-friendly, there’s a noticeable risk of cross-contamination due to the inclusion of breads and gluten-containing items on the bar. Crumbs or bits of gluten can fall into neighboring dishes, so I recommend sticking to items far from those risk areas. The hot bar, while limited for gluten-free options, does feature safe rice. However, caution is necessary with the beans, as they may contain gluten due to added ingredients or cross-contact during preparation.
The cheese bread served at the table is a delightful, naturally gluten-free treat. It’s light, chewy, and a perfect complement to the rest of the meal.
One area where Texas de Brasil falls short is their lack of extra measures to prevent cross-contamination. While the staff is knowledgeable about which items contain gluten, there isn’t much effort to ensure complete safety for those with severe gluten sensitivity. For example, shared utensils or preparation areas can pose a risk.
Texas de Brasil can be a good option for celiac diners who are vigilant and able to navigate potential cross-contamination risks. Stick to the meats (while verifying which are safe), cheese bread, and carefully chosen items from the salad bar to enjoy a satisfying and mostly safe dining experience. It’s not perfect, but with caution, it can still be an enjoyable treat.
They have a dedicated GF menu on line. The wait staff brought over the manager when I asked about GF. He walked me around the salad bar and kitchen area pointing out the GF options. Delicious.
Chef card out and walked me through the salad bar. All the meats are gf, as are the rolls, white rice and beans. Lots of salad and veggie options as well
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Went here for a holiday party. I talked to 5 different staff, couldn't get a staff member that even knew what gluten free meant. Finally someone handed me an allergen list for the salad bar that clear said at the top "Do not hand or email this list to the guest." It hadn't been updated since 2019.
I felt very uncomfortable and ended up eating almost nothing. I would not take the chance if celiac.
Reacted after two separate events, both on Thursday one week apart. Was extra careful and ensured selections of items listed as gluten free.
Online they have a full allergen chart so you can see what foods are safe for whatever allergy you have. Almost of the meats that come around are gluten free- I also have a dairy allergy and only a couple of the meats contained dairy due to a Parmesan coating. There’s still a good selection at the salad bar, but I always like to fill up on the delicious meats when I go. When you arrive let your waitstaff know you have an allergy and the manager will come over to give you a breakdown of exactly what you can eat given your specific allergies. Great restaurant and very safe, have never had a reaction when I’ve eaten here.
Server incredibly knowledgeable. On the NO list: soup, mashed potatoes, fish thermidor, the sushi and desserts. He advised against salad dressings due to both cc and prep—we really appreciated that attention to detail. Brazilian cheese bread is safe. Ran into another celiac person at salad bar. By chance she heard me tell our kids the sushi is not GF. She was surprised because her server said it was fine. It had imitation crab in it so please be careful!! We also decided to avoid the sausage just in case. Overall pleased with our experience but it’s concerning staff is not all on same page.
The food is great. The cheese bread is delicious. Our waiter was knowledgeable about gluten allergy and told me what meat to avoid. The only downside is they no longer lable the gluten free food on the salad bar. Instead you have to download the allergy menu to find out what foods are gluten free. But, not everything is labeled with its name. So unless you're familiar with Brazilian cuisine and know what it looks like, you're out of luck. I was able to ask our waiter about some things, but gave up even trying. I stuck with lettuce and vegetables that didn't have a sauce and of course ate the meat. They do offer 3 gluten free desserts. I highly recommend the Flan.
