The National

7 recent ratings
$$$ • Cafe
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Safety Rating
6 ratings

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232 W Hancock Ave
Athens, GA 30601
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Celiac

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I have been here multiple times and I love it. The staff are very nice and accommodating. I have never had any issues and love going here on special occasions.

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 1 month ago read full review

Celiac

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Delicious and celiac safe! Had the hummus with GF flatbread and the grilled pork chop. Staff was very knowledgeable about cross contamination - will be back!

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

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 1 year ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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Amazing! I had olives, gf pita bread 😍❤, hummus, and the shrimp and grits!!!

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 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

  • Gluten-Free Menu

Categories

  • Allergy Friendly
  • Bar
  • Cafe
  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Dinner
  • Healthy
  • Lunch
  • Online Ordering
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Takeout
  • Vegan Friendly

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Celiac

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Yum!!!

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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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We had the most wonderful dinner! They were so helpful to make sure I had all I needed! The gf flatbread with the lamb topped humus was soooo good! The pork belly and watermelon salad was also perfectly seasoned and delicious! The best part was the pork loin with sweet potato mash and garlic spinach….topped with the most incredible onion jam….y’all…..it was so Divine! I can honestly say, this is the first place I have ever been that I did not have to ask for a salt shaker! PERFECTLY SEASONED FOOD!!!! The service was AWESOME too! Make sure you make a reservation because this place is worth it!

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 1 year ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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This is one of the only places in town that I feel safe eating at. The power lunch is always so great and dinner has been fabulous every time I’ve been. GF flatbread is always so yummy and I’m informed that it was cooked separately each time. 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 for dairy-free
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for lunch
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Good with other allergies
  • Reservations recommended
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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I was super impressed with the amazing gluten free options, from the crispy squid to the hummus with gluten free flatbread to the flourless chocolate cake. It felt like a “normal” restaurant experience which is so rare.

Safety


Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
  • 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 dairy-free
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for takeout
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Review


We went twice in a month and both times had excellent service and excellent food.

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

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 selection of healthy options
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 2 years ago read full review

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Oh my goodness. This place is amazing. I have a GF restriction and Vegan preference. Both requirements were met, nice people, atmosphere amazing. I will return here for sure. My husband agrees w me. Amazing!

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

Celiac

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I am a very sensitive celiac. The National was delicious and I did not get sick!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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One of the most helpful places I have eaten. Staff very accommodating about my celiac and other allergies. Delicious food and large number of gluten-free options.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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This is one of my favorite higher end restaurants in Athens. I love the veggie plate and always feel safe and comfortable here. Also, the gf flat bread is delicious and the waitress has always gone above and beyond to prevent cross contamination with the bread dipper situation.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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Symptomatic Celiac

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I love eating here! It is one of the few restaurants where I can eat a three course meal. I like the hummus with gluten free flat bread (I have celiac and have had it several times and have not gotten sick), field green salad, and any of their gluten free entries can usually be made dairy free as well. They usually also have a dessert I can eat. A must visit location!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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Knowledgeable staff; gluten free flatbread is not for sensitive or allergic individuals because it is cooked in a shared cooker and on shared cookware. However, they were happy to provide my chicken salad on a bed of lettuce and had no problems with my request for a glove change. The vinegar soda is full of antioxidants and has all the benefits of acv.

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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