The Pit

The kitchen and server teams have excellent knowledge about GF and DF options. Made delicious suggestions and I had no negative reactions. We’ll be 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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

We’ve been here several times because of how trustworthy they are with gf. I am a Celiac And have never had an issue. Highly recommend.

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?

— Some

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

— Good

There are a lot of choices and the menu is clearly labels with GF items. I got the brisket, BBQ chopped, potato salad, collards, and potato skins. Their sauces on the table are also GF. All the food was really good.

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

I was excited to read the hush puppies were gluten free BUT THEY ARE NOT! Bummer!! They do have other decent options too.

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

— Somewhat

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?

— Average

Great food and the service was excellent. Loaded potato skins, brisket, salmon, green beans — all delish. Hush puppies are GF but not fried in a dedicated fryer (but they are decadent!) We’ll be back!

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

— Very

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

There's a lot of obvious GF choices listed on the menu. Amazing food and great service.

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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 Characteristics

• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating

I got the loaded potato skins and the brisket. Both were fantasic, and I didn't have a reaction. I love that the menu says what's gluten free.

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

Love The Pit! This location is super knowledgeable and delicious. The loaded potato skins start in a shared fryer so not celiac safe!

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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Great authentic NC BBQ and so many things marked gluten free on the menu.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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 dinner
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options

Most of the meats and sides are GF. Have eaten here a few times and not gotten sick. Place is very popular, so order ahead or expect to wait. Good local BBQ

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

Have eaten here multiple times and not gotten sick, but the last time we got takeout we found a few (2-3) macaroni noodles at the bottom of one of our gluten free side dishes. We had specifically told them that I had celiac and asked them to please be careful about cross contamination. We couldn’t eat the meal, so they ended up giving us a refund. Usually the food is delicious and this could of course happen anywhere, but just a good reminder that cross contamination is a big issue for folks with celiac. Haven’t decided yet if we’d be comfortable trying to eat here again in the future.

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?

— Some

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

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for takeout
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering

Delicious GF options- salad, ribs, chicken. Unfortunately the fries were off-limits but the potato salad and the loaded potato skins appetizer were great GF alternatives. I will definitely return!!

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

The staff was happy to answer questions and were very helpful. They treated it as an allergy and they were happy to make some of the sides dairy free for me as well. Though sadly they do not have a dedicated fryer.

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 dairy-free
• Good for lunch
• Offers outdoor seating

Chef came out to talk to me about my order. Wait staff and chef very knowledgeable about avoiding cross contamination.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Not sure where the previous reviewer came up with 25% gluten free on the menu. Much less by my count. And simple things that should be, like fries, aren’t. Two stars for trying, -3 for major lack of selection.

Gluten free options are marked on the menu. It’s about 25% (ish) of the standard menu. I had Carolina style chopped bbq, green beans, and cole slaw. It was good and the server was really reassuring and accommodating when I told him I have celiac.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Only eaten here once and didn’t get sick. Ran in for some takeout today and the hostess bagged my meal separately from my husband’s. Nice that they took that extra step.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I didn't get sick but I can't say I loved the food. The BBQ turkey had so many little bones in it. I'm worried about children eating it and swallowing them. Not okay! The potato salad reminded me of an old fashioned potato salad my grandma makes and I enjoyed it.

I love barbecue and I was disappointed here. As the most popular and praised BBQ place in the area, it was sad to taste to dry brisket. Even the sauce couldn’t compensate. The appetizers were good though.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

LOVE that their main menu depicts what is gluten free (and also labels vegetarian options). Both sauces were gluten free and delicious. Our server was great and didn't hesitate when I asked him about gluten free. I had the brisket and collards and green beans. They serve biscuits and hush puppies to the table so just let them know if you don't want it served. I heard the pulled pork was incredible, and is also gluten free. Would come back!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Quite a few barbecue options. The server confirmed that everything is separate in the kitchen. I did not get sick.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Everything is amazing. The BBQ, the brisket, the ribs, the soup, the sides.. They will even sub out ice cream if you order family style dinner. Bourbon ice cream is to die for!

This was a huge let down. After taking care to order gluten free they didn't write my order with any sort of allergen indication and included some breaded product that was likely not GF. We ordered the Big Boy meat platter. My partner liked the pulled pork well enough but it was a bit spicy for my taste. I tried the chicken, brisket, and ribs but the seasoning wasn't anything to write home about.

Great bbq. Menu is clearly marked with lots of gluten-free options.

Perfect BBQ food. Meat is tender and flavorful. Really like the brisket and baby back ribs. Most sides are gf; just ask.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

My plate came out with hush puppies and a biscuit on the meat.

Celiac friendly?

No

I've eaten at The Pit a few times without a problem but this time someone got careless in the kitchen. Halfway through my side of gf Brussels, I found a few green beans from the (not gf) green bean casserole. Later, I felt the effects of being glutened. If I go back, I will just get the meat and a salad. The sides are just too risky in my opinion.

Celiac friendly?

No

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Excellent! Servers were knowledgeable and helpful. Had a great meal and was at-ease. I only suggest that you cover your own utensils to avoid crumbs from the bread served to the table.

PS -make sure you try their ice cream!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Clear menu and staff can answer questions. Very accommodating and a great place to take friends/family.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Wonderful experience - great food, knowledgeable waitstaff. Have been several times and have never had any issues. Highly recommend this restaurant.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Great GF menu...

Daughter (4) ordered a burger with sides...Burger not on GF menu but they were able to accommodate us!

Great GF BBQ!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Before GF, one of my favorites. Now with GF, still a good choice, with a limited but clear and worthwhile menu.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

lots of choices and very helpful, knowledgeable staff.

Great BBQ! Lots of choices on the gf menu. Staff is knowledgable. We loved it!