The Thirsty Turtle

12 recent ratings
$$$ • Restaurant
Reported NOT to have a gluten-free menu, but gluten-free options are available
Reported GF menu options: Beer, Bread/Buns, Burgers, Cider
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10 ratings

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186 Columbia Turnpike
Florham Park, NJ 07932
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Gluten Sensitive

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Updated 3 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Came here based on amazing reviews! Waitress was so excited to tell me about gf fryer. Brought burger out and then found out it was the wrong bun (I had to have them double check) and then when they brought burger back out, manager came to tell me they didn’t cook me another burger just put the first one on a gf bun (obviously cross contamination). Seems like they had a lot on the menu though and hoping this was just an isolated incident! I, however, will not return. If you go, just make sure to triple check your order !

Safety


Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

Updated 9 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Lot of GF options and focus on GF by the staff. Food itself was just ok though

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?

— Average

Updated 9 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

  • Reported to have a dedicated fryer
  • Beer
  • Bread/Buns
  • Burgers
  • Cider

Categories

  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Dinner
  • Keto Friendly
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Online Ordering
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restaurant
  • Takeout
  • Vegetarian Friendly

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Have been here many times and my celiac son loves the food and has always felt good after. His favs are the jerk wings, short rib tacos and the fries are so good. They are very careful with the food when dining or ordering take out.

Safety


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

— Very

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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for takeout
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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GF menu with lots of choices. Server was knowledgeable and food was delicious. Had oven baked buffalo wings and truffle infused burger on gf bun. All delicious. No reaction. 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
  • Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

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 dairy-free
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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The staff was great. We called, spoke to the manager on duty and our server was great too. They have a large dedicated gf menu but not a dedicated kitchen. They did prepare the food separately in a dedicated area. They do not have a dedicated fryer but they baked my daughter's fries and they were nice and crispy. She had a cheeseburger and she said the bun was "goooooood". For dessert, she had a David's cookie with ice cream. It was yummy.

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

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I eat here weekly and they are always so cautious. They have a separate gluten free menu and are educated on cross contamination. I’ve never had a bad meal here!

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

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We looked up reviews because we are new to celiac and the reviews said that they had a gluten free menu and were super open to accommodate us. I asked the hostess if they had the gluten free menu and she said she wasn’t sure and brought back what I am assuming is the head hostess. Who told us we could order grilled chicken or a wrap… (so I got pretty mad) A waitress did come and say that if needed they would talk with the chef to find something. My daughter ended up getting the grilled chicken and mashed potatoes. Their fryer is shared so nothing fried. Asked the waitress if they could bake the fries as the previous reviews had mentioned and she wasn’t sure. The waitress was nice about it but if your new to this probably not the place.

Safety


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

— Not 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?

— Not Much

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

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Eat here all the time and have never had an issue. Separate gluten free memu and Tbey bake fries for you if you want them

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

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Pleasantly surprised by this place. Separate GF menu with good variety of choices. Brisket tacos were delicious. Did not get sick.

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Asymptomatic Celiac

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Great experience. Large GF 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?

— Some

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

— Good

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Celiac safe

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

Celiac

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Absolutely love this place! They are celiac friendly and even have GF sweet potato fries. They have awesome burgers and chicken sandwiches, and salads. Never had a bad experience here.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Extensive menu (including a dessert option)- eat there weekly and celiac daughter has never gotten sick.

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 3 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

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GF menu. Great food. Great service. Great for families.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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We had a great experience. We lucked out getting a knowledgeable server whose husband and sons are all celiac. We will definitely go back. The fries are baked. The gf menu was very good with gf bun options.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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Fantastic. Not too expensive. Good GF menu. Bison burger rocks.

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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They have a separate gluten free menu. We had the spinach artichoke dip and I had a bison burger on GF bun. It was really delicious and I didn't get sick. They seem to really know what they are doing. I will absolutely go back again.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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Glutenized They cannot be trusted during busy times. Fine when very light, but very poor communication between servers, kitchen etc.

There are GF options here, but be very careful. Some staff very knowledgeable & some are clueless. After long convo, we were still served our food with regular (wheat) bread. Luckily we caught it in time. Overall there is potential, but better training is needed.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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They have a gluten free menu. Jamaican jerk wings were delicious. They gave you tons of guacamole and burgers were delicious, too. Highly recommend

Updated 8 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 8 years ago read full review

Celiac

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One of my favorite places. I can get a burger on a GF bun, baked sweet potato fries and a beer. Staff seems knowledgeable and - more importantly - care.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 8 years ago read full review

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Ordered the turkey burger with the GF bun and a GF beer. I told the waiter that I was Celiac and he was very accommodating. Didn't get glutened! It was great to have a burger and a beer. I would definitely go back!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 9 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Best turkey burger! Gfree buns too. It's awesome!

Updated 9 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Best wings I've ever had

Updated 9 years ago read full review

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I ordered the hamburger here with gluten free buns... The burger was really good. But I was a little disappointed I couldn't also have the fries- the waiter informed me that the fries didn't have dedicated fryers.

Updated 9 years ago read full review

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Food was delicious. First time since diagnosed I had a great burger and beer! I have been back already. Staff is very knowledgable.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 9 years ago read full review

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