The Meatball Shop

The only GF option is chicken meatballs so had that. I made a big deal about my allergy. The dish arrived with bread sticking in it. I asked to confirm if the bread was GF. It wasn’t. The same server I had told about my allergy was surprised when I flagged the bread. He then had a conversation with the cook convincing him why it needed to be done over again. When it came back it was undercooked. Because I was with others did not make a drama about it. It was also quite expensive for all that. That happened over the summer but reviewing it now.

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

— Not at all

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/None

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

— Below Average

Be careful — they have farro listed as gluten free, but it is very much NOT! Also, if you order online, they sometimes have buttons for “gluten free option” or “gluten free pasta” — be aware that what you’re ordering with it (for example the chicken Parmesan, or one of the sauces I think that comes with the chicken meatballs) may not or will not be gluten free.

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

— Not very

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

The pesto with chicken meatballs might be one of the best pastas I’ve ever gotten at a restaurant. The menu was very clearly labeled. They even differentiated between items that are naturally gf and ones that can be made gf. It was only +$2 for gf pasta which is very fair considering it was already $23 and the portions are huge. Our server was super knowledgeable and made sure to point out which items were and were not gf when they brought over the dessert menu. They also double checked to make sure there were no other allergies or restrictions. Cross contamination wasn’t an issue for me at all. (They also have bottomless drinks on their brunch menu which are SO worth the money). I’ll definitely be going back

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

— Very

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 Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good with other allergies
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating

I was very happy having lunch there. I had chicken meatballs which were a little hard but that’s OK. The staff was very accommodating

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

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 Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating

I ordered for pickup. Online experience is very clear and efficient. Order was ready in 20 minutes. Can get many pasta GF and GF sides. I ordered the pesto pasta with chicken meatballs. The pasta was delicious. The meatballs were a little salty but balanced with the pasta. I’m not celiac though so I can’t comment on any cross contamination.

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?

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for takeout
• Offers online ordering

The chicken balls are the only balls that are GF. Lots of GF sides. They are very accommodating and nice. Great service.

Delicious chicken meatballs (also dairy free!) and the gluten free pasta was also great. Very quick service too.

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

Solid meal. Got the chicken meatballs with a red sauce and polenta.

People were knowledgeable and easily accommodated my requests.

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

— Very

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?

— Good

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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 Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering

Suuuper helpful! Knowledgeable and accommodating! Delicious!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Simply Delicious! Great service asked if I had celiac pointed out lots of options. Only one gluten free meatball which is chicken and really savory! You can eat all the sauces I had the classic tomato and the risotto in a bowl! Couldn’t even eat it all portions are big! Also had a yummy Cosmo! A very happy celiac!

Celiac friendly?

Yes