Ruby Slipper Cafe

13 recent ratings
$$ • Cafe
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Beer
Safety Rating
11 ratings

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24151 Perdido Beach Blvd
Orange Beach, AL 36561
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Overall Rating

Review


Decent breakfast/brunch place. Separate GF menu with more than typical options, waiter checked in with manager. Meal came out with a little flag toothpick. I ordered French toast, which was good.

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?

— Excellent

Updated 2 weeks ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

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They have a gluten free menu, but aren’t celiac friendly. French toast is made with gluten free bread, but dipped in same mix as regular French toast and cooked on same surface. Egg sandwich is cooked on same surface. I was only able to eat fruit cup.

Safety


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

— Not at all

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Updated 1 month ago read full review

Celiac

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Server said that anything on the menu can be gluten free, since they’ll just give me gf bread instead of regular bread. Already alarm bells going off. “GF” bread is toasted with everything else, and no cross contamination procedures. Out of the meal I ordered, I only ate my omelette. It was alright, but I was definitely still hungry leaving. Not worth the risk if you have celiac.

Safety


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

— Not at all

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?

— Not Much/None

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

— Average

Updated 8 months 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

  • Beer
  • Gluten-Free Menu

Categories

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Cafe
  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Keto Friendly
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Online Ordering

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Migas GF menu
Gluten-Free at Ruby Slipper Cafe
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GF French Toast with Bacon
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Celiac

No dedicated fryer, breakfast potatoes not gluten free, have the Costa Rican (take off plantain)

4 years ago

More Reviews


Overall Rating

Review


The unbelievable happened here. I told my server I had celiacs and to leave the biscuits off the omelette plate. The food runner brought it out with biscuits on it and I said “Oh no I’m sorry but I can’t eat that now I have celiacs. I will get very ill if I eat that go ahead and take it back”. The food runner took it back and came right back within 30 seconds! And said, “crazy enough, the kitchen had an extra shrimp omelette and the table it was for doesn’t need it.” She set it down and I looked at the plate and could clearly see the bread crumbs from biscuits. They didn’t even try to switch the plates to hide it! Thank goodness I caught it! HORRIBLE. I said “these are bread crumbs… I’m not eating this, take it back” after touching the bread crumbs with my fingers to confirm. I was so upset that she had just tried to lie to someone who could be severely hurt from such a contamination. My server touched base and I told her everything, she apologized as her parents have celiacs and she said she completely understood. The manager came out and apologized and said they’d bring out a hot fresh one that would be safe. He assured me it wouldn’t be contaminated. Surprisingly I trusted him and it looked okay but it was so disturbing that she did that. I asked for her name but never ended up getting it from anyone. Somehow that got dodged. Huge liability at this place. Beware if you have an allergy.

Safety


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

— Not at all

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?

— Not Much/None

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

— Poor

Updated 9 months ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Love Ruby Slipper and their gf menu has many options. Great food. Update - just found out the gf French toast is not gf - they dip the gf bread in the same batter as the gluten bread.

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Updated 10 months ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Staff was accommodating and helpful. Food was incredible.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

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

Celiac

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I went and they had the gf menu on the website. I ordered the gf breakfast sandwich. It was pretty good. I also got french fries. The bread is okay, it’s kinda dry and tasteless. The vanilla iced coffee was pretty good.

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?

— Average

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


I can’t brag on this brunch spot enough! The fact that they have a gluten free menu is amazing! My husband is the Celiac in our family, but I eat gluten free with him. We both ordered off the GF menu. He ordered the Migas (tex-mex bowl) and I got the French Toast. Those were the two he was torn between and that way he could try both! They were both great and our waitress was very knowledgeable along with the rest of the staff. Would HIGHLY recommend this restaurant for your brunch!

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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Nice. Good size menu.

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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

Overall Rating

Review


We ate at Ruby Slipper this morning. It’s best to put your name on the waitlist, as it was quite busy. We waited about 25 minutes during a non-busy season here. The GF menu was separate, and also included sections for other food sensitivities. I had the Salmon Avocado Toast per another reviewer’s suggestion, and it was delicious. That particular item may not be generous enough for some people, but with a side of fresh fruit and the espresso vanilla latte for dessert was enough for me. Other items like their large burgers (available on GF bread) that I saw go to other tables would be very filling. There are no GF desserts, though my non-GF spouse loved the beignets. This is a New Orleans-based restaurant so their menu includes tasty things from that city.

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 2 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Ordered the gluten free French toast. It was just okay, happy to have gluten free options available. Service was good.

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?

— Some

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

— Average

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Great GF Options. Server was friendly and informed. Food was great!

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?

— Some

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

— Good

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Huge gluten free menu. Great food and service. Will definitely go back. Great bloody Mary’s too.

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

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Absolutely incredible! Might be one of the best breakfasts I’ve ever had. I highly recommend the salmon avocado toast on GF bread. The grapefruit gin drink was great too. Separate GF menu with items clearly marked for other allergies as well.

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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


I got the gluten free French toast which was good. They used large pieces of bread which were really good.

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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Asymptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Gluten free menu was nice. The GF bread was okay. I ordered the French toast with bacon. I would definitely recommend.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • 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?

— Good

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


We enjoyed their food so much that we ate here twice on our vacation. They have a wonderful selection of gluten free options. I love the fact that they have gluten free by their adult beverages because you really never know with mixes that go into them sometimes. Both mornings I had the gluten free French toast with bacon, and a side of eggs. Delicious! For drinks I tried the Morning Margarita, Bloody Mary and Boozy Iced Coffee. The Bloody Mary is spicy. I would eat here again and again.

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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for kids
  • Good for takeout
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 3 years ago read full review

Gluten Sensitive

Overall Rating

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • 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?

— Good

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 3 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


No menu, wasnt really helpful as to what was safe for me to eat. Potatoes came out looking deep fried

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

Overall Rating

Review


I trusted the other reviewer and had the Costa Rican breakfast with no issues. Menus do not have GF items marked, but the server was kind and spoke with the chef to be certain (that the grits are an option.)

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


No GF menu, but the waiters are knowledgeable. There are several menu items for us--I had the Costa Rican breakfast-delicious! Several omelets are available and salads

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Reviews of this Chain

Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


My son had GF French Toast and I had the Cochon Eggs with GF toast. We both had grits on the side. Very tasty and no reactions. We both have celiac. Would eat there 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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


My waiter was great. Able to help me identify what was gluten free on the menu. There is nothing marked as gluten free. Omelettes are usually a safe bet at places like this. Just let them know of a gluten allergy and they can mark it in their system which will take out things with gluten in it.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


The menu is not labeled and they have GF bread and can make French toast, eggs Benedict. They were very mindful of my GF need and prepared everything special to minimize cross contamination. They did not toast my bread or cook my food on the spared grill. I got an omelette, chicken sausage, fruit, and toast. It was good.

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


I experienced cross contamination with this restaurant even after being reassured they take it very seriously. They used regular bread on my sandwich even though I specifically said gluten free because having celiac. I don’t think the waitress understood. Definitely don’t recommend.

Safety


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

— Not at all

Quality & Quantity


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?

— Poor

Overall Rating

Review


They offer a number of gluten friendly options but almost everything is cooked on a shared grill and I was there's always a possibility of cross contamination. The first server didn't have a good understanding of what could be gf so she called over another server.

The safest options were either the Cobb Salad or one of the omelets with a side of double fruit. They did communicate my gluten intolerance to the kitchen.

The gf allergen menu is available online.

Safety


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

— Not at all

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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?

— Average

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