The Cottage

10 recent ratings
$$$$ • Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Safety Rating
8 ratings

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153 Avenida Messina
Sarasota, FL 34242

Most Recent Reviews


Celiac

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Definitely have limited options, but the lobster bisque is GF and worth going here!! It’s unbelievable. I also had the superfood salad that was delicious.

Safety


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

— Not at all

Quality & Quantity


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 4 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Server seemed like she didn’t want to deal with gluten free. I was told they have a lot of cross contamination issues. No gluten free menu and nothing marked on the regular menu. Waitress offered to bring me “the book”. I did not eat here.

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 9 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Pretty limited options but wonderful server (Stacy) has a husband who’s gluten free and was amazing about knowing what’s safe and not safe. Unfortunately fryer is contaminated but salmon, scallops, and some other entrees are gluten free. I got the superfood salad which was pretty good!

Safety


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

— Somewhat

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

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

— Good

Updated 10 months 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

  • Late Night
  • Restaurant

Photos


Superfood salad
Lobster bisque (amazing!!)
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Gluten Intolerant

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EXTREMELY LIMITED OPTIONS. Fryer is cross contaminated. Staff knowledgeable. Ok food.

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

Updated 1 year ago read full review

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Wonderful food, options, and understood the difference between celiac and just GF.

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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 1 year ago read full review

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I’m Celiac and got extremely sick despite being assured my food was gluten free. When I first asked the GF options they listed them and even suggested I get fries although staying “they have cross contamination”. Lack of awareness of GF

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

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

— Good

Updated 1 year ago read full review

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Delicious lobster bisque and ceviche. Very conscientious staff. Celiac and did not get sick (writing post 18 hours after eating there). Would definitely go back.

Safety


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

— Very

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 1 year ago read full review

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Wife had the burger with no bun and some broccolini. The server was knowledgeable and helpful.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

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?

— Average

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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We had a great dinner here, my daughter got a steak and some fruit (not many gf side options for a child however) and server was very knowledgeable.

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Staff understood cross contamination, very rare!!!!!! Lobster bisque was 10:10!!!

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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The waitress explained that when there is a person with celiac, they clean an area and the grill and the cooks change gloves. Also, she explained the fryer is not dedicated. She confirmed that the manager and the chef knew about my concerns and need for gluten free and they would be diligent. I did not get sick!

Safety


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

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main 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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
Updated 3 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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They did an amazing job with my son. They were able to modify many of the menu to make it safe for him. The food also was amazing! We will definitely go back!!

Safety


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

Quality & Quantity


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


Other Characteristics
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Had a phenomenal small salad to start then the scallops with risotto for dinner. Everything was delicious, had great service. Outside seating. Highly recommend!

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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


Other Characteristics
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Amazing!!! Great GF choices and very knowledgeable staff!

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Updated 4 years ago read full review

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best lobster soup i ever had! Great music!

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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They do not use a dedicated fryer, but they adapted the recipe for the Mumbai chicken and served it in lettuce cups instead. All the food was excellent and our waitress was very helpful.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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Delicious food! Patio out back has live music! Great atmosphere! And lots of gluten free items!

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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