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The Counter

4 recent ratings
$$ • Fast Food Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Bread/Buns, Burgers
Safety Rating
4 ratings

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6416 Irvine Boulevard
Irvine, CA 92620
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Celiac

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They are so safe with gluten-free orders. They make sure you are heard and the customer service is great. They double checked the kitchen to make sure the fries were celiac friendly and they were not. I think one of the fryers was broken, they usually have a seperate fryer

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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?

— Good

Updated 2 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Many GF options (Separate menu) and staff knowledgeable/confident with Celiac. Had BLT with parm fries- (separate fryer) - delicious! Non-celiac family members loved it too. Will come back again.

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

Celiac

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Everyone we talked to were knowledgeable about gluten allergies and cross contamination. Dedicated menu and separate space for preparation in the back. Dedicated fryers too!

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer
  • Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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 dinner
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good vegan options
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 1 year 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

  • Reported to have a dedicated fryer
  • Bread/Buns
  • Burgers
  • Gluten-Free Menu

Categories

  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Dinner
  • Fast Food
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Online Ordering
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Takeout
  • Vegan Friendly

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Overall Rating

Review


Excellent gf food with a strong allergy protocol. Separate fryer for wings and fries. GF buns toasted separately.

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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Updated 2 years ago read full review

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The Counter is awesome. I have eaten here numerous times and the servers are all very knowledgeable about how the gluten free food is prepared. As a family, we get the fries trio, substituting onion rings (NOT gluten free) for plain fries. The gluten free fries trio includes: Parmesan, sweet potato and plain French fries. The fries are made separately for us GF/celiac people. I also recommend the gluten free Chipotle turkey burger, with the GF bun. There are so many options, and custom burgers (for your gluten, gluten free, and vegetarian friends) you can make. They accommodate everyone. Highly recommend this location.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Really great for people with Celiac. Separate GF menu. The manager is always wonderful about making sure my food is safe. I’ve never gotten sick here.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Excellent staff, excellent gluten free food, and the fries are cooked in a dedicated fryer. I have yet to get sick at this restaurant. The staff seems to understand gluten free eating, but you will need to ask for a gluten free menu.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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GF bun which is great. The burgers aren't always cooked properly but lots of interesting options.

Updated 9 years ago read full review

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 10 years ago read full review

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 10 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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It has the option for a gluten free bun which is wonderful! You can also get it in a big bowl of lettuce which is great! It's a really good place with a ton of gluten free options!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 10 years ago read full review

Reviews of this Chain

Overall Rating

Review


Numerous gluten free options. One of the best burgers I’ve ever had

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer

Quality & Quantity


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

Symptomatic Celiac

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Review


Always love being able to eat burgers at the counter! Super tasty! And with the bun!

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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Never had a reaction at this location. They have a gluten free menu and a dedicated fries fryer. You can make custom burgers and salads. Their gluten free buns aren’t the best, they fall apart easily, but it is pretty hard to find a safe burger joint so I don’t mind too much. Just place your order for a gluten allergy and make sure you double confirm everything will be cooked on clean/ separate surfaces.

Update 2024: The last 3 times I’ve eaten her or gotten to-go I have gotten sick so I won’t be coming back again. I’m not sure what changed as I order the same things and communicate the same needs/requests as before.

Safety


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

— Not very

Celiac

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Review


They are so amazing with celiac disease. Just let them know. They avoid contamination. They have a dedicated fryer that's on all the time now. Easily the safest burger you'll have.

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer

Quality & Quantity


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 dairy-free
Asymptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


You can build your own glutenfree burger! they have a seperate glutenfree menu and a dedicated glutenfree fryer. The brussel sprouts were amazing! I felt safe, but I am asymptomatic. Keep in mind that they also work with wheat buns in their kitchen. Prices are really fair, no upcharge for the glutenfree buns.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

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