The Running Duck
4 recent ratings
$ • Cafe
Reported NOT to have a gluten-free menu, but gluten-free options are available
Reported GF menu options: Fish & Chips, Fries
Safety Rating
4 ratings
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1 Peel St
Geraldine 7930, New Zealand
Most Recent Reviews
Review
Despite the menu specifying multiple “gluten free” options, the fryer is not separate and staff state that they cannot confirm their menu is safe for those with gluten allergies or 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?
— Poor
Review
Great service. Awesome food. Lovely little spot. Understood requirements. Done with a smile.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
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
Review
Fried chicken, chips, mash and gravy. Separate gf frier 10000000/10 recommend. Literally creamed my jeans. GF not marked, ask!
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
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Review
Separate fryer and grill for gluten free. No cabinet food though and you need to ask what is gluten free as not noted on menu
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
Review
Virtually everything available gluten free and they have a seperate fryer
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?
— Most/All
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Review
We stopped in for coffee and something for morning tea. There was only one gf item available in the cabinet but it was nice. The server went to double check that it was safe for a coeliac without being asked. Only giving 4 stars because of lack of other choices in cabinet ;). We didn’t check the menu for gf options so there may have been more there.
Quality & Quantity
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
Review
Very positive experience here, was asked if I was coeliac when ordering and assured that they had a separate fryer for fries. I ordered a burger and fries which were both very tasty. Highly recommend checking out their musical toilet too!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Safety Feature Ratings
- Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
- Dedicated gluten-free fryer
- Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
- 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?
— Some
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 keto
- Good for kids
- Good for lunch
- Good selection of healthy options
- Good vegan options
- Good with other allergies
- Offers outdoor seating
Review
The staff were amazing catering to our Ceoliac daughter and double checked everything.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Safety Feature Ratings
- Dedicated gluten-free fryer
- 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 for kids
- Good for lunch
Review
Knowledgeable staff, great food and a cool quirky cafe
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Safety Feature Ratings
- Dedicated gluten-free fryer
- Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
- Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked
- 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 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
Review
Loved this place! Had an awesome burger and fries done in a separate gf fryer and a choc milkshake. Got a slice to take away tomorrow. Everyone else (not gf) enjoyed it and the kids loved the toys in the separate lounge area, plus the outside blackboard boat & piano. I loved the retro decor too.
Review
Local cafe with a food shack that does fish and chips etc. Quirky retro cafe with outdoor seating area and atmosphere.
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