The LOCAL Kitchen & Drinks Waltham

5 recent ratings
$$ • Restaurant
Reported NOT to have a gluten-free menu, but gluten-free options are available
Popular gluten-free menu items: Bread/Buns, Burgers
Safety Rating
4 ratings

As rated by the community

99 3rd Ave
Waltham, MA 02451

Most Recent Reviews


Celiac
8 months ago

Had a GF bun with a burger and was immediately assured they had a gf fryer. Solid option

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GF Menu Items
  • — Burgers, Bread/Buns
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — No gluten-free information on the menu
Safety Features
  • — Dedicated fryer
Celiac
1 year ago

Good knowledge of gluten free and server went back to check when he wasn't sure. Cider on tap. Good size servings, appetizer is a meal. No more pizzas but still some options in sandwiches and appetizers.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — No gluten-free information on the menu
Safety Features
  • — Dedicated kitchen space
  • — Staff accommodates
  • — Dedicated fryer
  • — Knowledgeable staff
Other
  • — Outdoor seating
  • — Lunch
Celiac
2 years ago

Menu does mark gluten free online but not on the menu in the restaurant. I had looked at the menu before so was aware of what was GF or could be modified to be GF. We ordered the chips and dip which was fabulous! The dip was delicious but the star was the freshly fried crinkle cut chips. I had the chicken milanese. I was surprised it was GF when they brought out a breaded piece of chicken but it was delicious and I did not get sick.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — No gluten-free information on the menu
Safety Features
  • — Dedicated fryer

Important

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.
Information contained in this listing is based on reports by the community. Please verify all information directly with the establishment.

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Celiac
2 years ago

LOVED IT! reeeeeeally wanted a burger and fries and they had it and so good!! dedicated fryer for the fries, wicked good buns, just delicious. the staff was great with out gluten/dairy allergy and made it feel completely normal. just a regular couple having a regular fantastic lunch!

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Safety Features
  • — Dedicated kitchen space
  • — Food flagged
  • — Staff accommodates
  • — Dedicated fryer
Other
  • — Dinner
  • — Good for dairy-free
  • — Good with other allergies
  • — Good for keto
2 years ago

Just ok…don’t have GF menu anymore (only online). The waiter just said: “tell me in what you’re interested and I let you know if it can be done GF”. Really? I wasn’t expecting that. I got the beet salad with shrimp and the dressing was overpowering and the portion was not so much for the price. In case you want to try this place ask to put the dressing on the side for salads.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — No gluten-free information on the menu
Gluten Sensitive
2 years ago

Food was excellent! Although there is no GF menu, they can make most everything on the menu GF. They have GF pizza crust and buns for burgers as well as a separate fryer. I got a prosciutto and fig pizza with a GF crust and it was delicious. My husband agreed and he is not gluten free

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Taste
Variety
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — No gluten-free information on the menu
Safety Features
  • — Staff accommodates
  • — Dedicated fryer
  • — Knowledgeable staff
Other
  • — Dinner
  • — Outdoor seating
  • — Takeout
  • — Lunch
Symptomatic Celiac
3 years ago

I’ve been to the local many times in the past and always felt somewhat safe. However, my last experience wasn’t the most pleasant one. They changed the menu and don’t offer a GF menu anymore. Not only that, my server wasn’t knowledgeable with celiac and wasn’t able to identify any items that I could eat. I ended up ordering a salmon and grilled asparagus but won’t return. Food is good and I wish it was better served for Celiacs

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — No gluten-free information on the menu
Celiac
4 years ago

Majority of menu can be done gluten free. Order the chips & dip appetizer and the short rib for the entree and both were delicious! Great setting with a beautiful view and excellent drinks. 10/10 recommend

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
4 years ago

Very pleased they put a sticker on my takeout container that marked “gluten free” and “no wheat”

Love the Korean Beef Bowl!

Safety
Taste
Variety
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Safety Features
  • — Food flagged
  • — Knowledgeable staff
Other
  • — Healthy options
  • — Takeout
  • — Online ordering
  • — Delivery
Celiac
4 years ago

Contrary to what another reviewer said, they did offer gluten free bread: I was offered a roll. I accidentally got gluten free sweet potato fries, which were delicious. I love having a place for safe, healthy, INTERESTING food. A tad pricey.

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Celiac
5 years ago

They have an amazing GF menu and a dedicated fryer for fries ! I’ve been here multiple times for lunch and dinner and have enjoyed their -truffle fries -blackened chicken -energy bowl -Korean beef bowl

Just ask for a separate GF menu upon arrival and they’ve very accommodating !

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Celiac
5 years ago

specific GF menu, let server know your needs and they are happy to accommodate. no complementary GF bread, but dedicated GF fryer(!!): truffle fries, buff wings, Brussels, etc. they will bring food out specifying allergy if ordered as such.

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Celiac
5 years ago

Gluten Free menu with many good options and the staff is knowledgeable about cross-contamination

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Wheat Allergy
5 years ago

They have a great menu. Love going there. Staff is very knowledgeable as well as the managers. Never made to feel like I was a bother fir my severe gluten allergy.

Celiac
5 years ago

I had to go to The Local for a work dinner, and I was pleased to see that there was a full gluten free menu that included appetizers, entrees, and desserts. The staff was knowledgeable and comfortable about the GF menu, and my dinner was brought by the manager. I ordered a quinoa power bowl, which was fresh but not particularly flavorful, and I had expected it to be warm but was cold. I wish I had chosen one of the available hot entrees. But it was a filling and safe meal, and I would go back to try other options.

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