The Sandbar Seafood Restaurant

9 recent ratings
$$ • Seafood Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported gluten-free menu items: Pizza
Safety Rating
9 ratings

As rated by the community

1535 Johnston St, Creekhouse, Vancouver, BC V6H 3R9, Canada

Most Recent Reviews


Overall Rating

Review


They have menu with some GF options, clearly indicated by specific icon. They are very kind, and I got my food as for the "celiac guy", so they keep that information when preparing/serving my plate. Food was great taste and presentation 👍

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?

— Some

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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The food here is amazing and the service is of course top-notch. They were very good going over safe options for me but my food ended up coming out with a slice of bread on the side. Once that was resolved the rest of the experience was fantastic

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Updated 1 month ago read full review

Gluten Sensitive

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This is a great spot right on the water! They have GF items listed and have lots of options between meats, fish, GF pizza, etc. We all loved our meal!

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?

— 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
Updated 4 months ago read full review

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In 4 Public Collections

Important

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.
Information contained in this listing is based on reports by the community. Please verify all information directly with the establishment.

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Celiac

Crab cakes are not GF. They have panko

1 year ago

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Wheat Allergy

Overall Rating

Review


Great food and ambience! Great service too. I’m gluten intolerant/wheat allergy and menu items clearly marked on menu. GF pasta vongole was gorgeous as well as scallops.

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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


First of all, the food was delicious and the staff was really friendly. We told the waiter that our son has celiac disease and asked if it was safe to order the salmon. It was. Also the fries were safe. He told us he would inform the kitchen about our son’s celiac disease so he could eat safely. But unfortunately he had a severe reaction afterwards. So he definitely ate gluten. We thought about it and he thinks they put soya sauce on the salmon. Really disappointing because the experience of eating here was great. We won’t be coming back now.

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

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

— Good

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Very knowledgeable about gluten allergy. Explained what I could and could not order.

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

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


I've been there three times and they have been consistently great food, service, and atmosphere. Everyone has been very celiac aware and I've had no reactions - speaking as a "canary" celiac who is usually and indicator for my other celiac friends.

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
  • Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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 dinner
  • Good for lunch
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Asymptomatic Celiac

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
  • Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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?

— Good

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Great restaurant, very cool location. Staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. A lot of options on the menu and accommodations can be made to make almost everything GF. Food was great. We had fries (dedicated fryer), oysters on the half shell, Dungeness crab, and squid. If we are ever in Vancouver again, we are definitely coming back.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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 2 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Great service! The staff was very knowledgeable about everything on the menu- and assured me they had a separate kitchen space and fryer for their gf food. He also explained that they use cornstarch and rice flour in most dishes instead of regular flour. I ordered the wok fried mussels in garlic butter and a side of fries- and no reaction afterwards!

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 3 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Knowledgeable staff. Menu has “GF” markers to indicate options. Food was yummy, but very pricey. A very good upscale meal.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Review


The staff was knowledgeable.. They have a large gluten free menu and the food was incredibly good. Sat upstairs on the patio overlooking the water 👍overall great experience

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Such an amazing experience here. The food and service were amazing and I’ve never gotten sick!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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Updated 6 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


everything is marked gluten free or not on the menu. I had crab cakes and did not get sick. Service was good and atmosphere was lovely

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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This is a beautiful spot, located on Granville Island, just under the bridge. We were cozy on a chilly day on their covered patio with heaters and blankets! I had my first successful celiac friendly meal the night before in Stanley Park at The Teahouse, and found out the same company runs this restaurant as well. We are so glad we gave it a try. The restaurant has a great vibe, and the waiter was very knowledgeable. When there was something he wasn't sure on, he checked with the kitchen and returned. We had delicious crab cakes that didn't have any breading in them! For my lunch I ordered the Haida Gwai halibut, with jasmine rice and grilled vegetables. It was delicious. I would recommend this place to anyone, GF or not.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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