The Whale

7 recent ratings
$$$ • New American Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported gluten-free menu items: Bread/Buns, Burgers, Fries, Shrimp and Grits
Safety Rating
7 ratings

As rated by the community

2427 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60647

Most Recent Reviews


Symptomatic Celiac
2 months ago

Staff were helpful and the food came out with an allergy pick! Nice atmosphere and overall good experience. I did not get sick.

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  • — Food flagged
  • — Knowledgeable staff
Shrimp and grits with an allergy pick
Celiac
4 months ago

They had a dedicated fryer for fries! There was a decent amount of gf options. Food was delicious, and they had great cocktails. The wait staff was extremely knowledgeable!

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Celiac
5 months ago

Excellent service and a great happy hour! I had the burger with a gf bun and fries. The burger came out with an allergy marker. Large portions as well!

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  • — Dedicated fryer

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
11 months ago

Absolutely love The Whale! GF items are marked on their menu, dedicated fryer, and all the wait staff is extremely knowledgeable. They ask about allergies and give you a allergen card to put on your table (I’m celiac). Food comes out with a marker for gluten free. I’ve tried the steaks frites which were so good, the turkey burger with gluten free bun, side of fries, and the burger with gluten free bun. No reaction any of the times I’ve been here! I dream about that burger. Awesome vibes as well, great mixed drinks, can’t say enough about this place!

Safety
Taste
Variety
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Safety Features
  • — Food flagged
  • — Knowledgeable staff
  • — Dedicated kitchen space
  • — Dedicated fryer
Other
  • — Reservations recommended
  • — Outdoor seating
  • — Dinner
  • — Good with other allergies
1 year ago

I went here for a work dinner and the staff was so accommodating and nice! I have several allergies including garlic, gluten, dairy and I’m vegetarian. The managers came and took their time to give me several options of how they could make items on the menu safe for me! I ended up with the palms of heart salad with a side of fries all the food was very good , but the overall experience was excellent!!!!!!

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Taste
Variety
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Safety Features
  • — Food flagged
  • — Knowledgeable staff
  • — Other dedicated equipment
Celiac
1 year ago

Besides the food being delicious, and the atmosphere so fun, the service was welcoming and inviting. The managers were friendly and knowledgeable. The server was fun and kind. And you’ll notice I haven’t brought up GF yet- it’s becuase I get like o finally got to have an experience like the kind I was used to pre celiac diagnosis. I was just out with a friend. But becuase i bring it up- two managers and the server checked in on me before, during and after to explain options, their kitchen, and to make sure I felt safe. The food came out and was clearly marked as mine and was delicious. I then asked if they could ever make some kid friendly GF options on case I wanted to do brunch with my celiac daughter there and they didn’t bat and eye and said absolutely. Their knowledge, understanding, kindness, and yummy food means I’ll be going back again and again!!!

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — No gluten-free information on the menu
Safety Features
  • — Food flagged
  • — Knowledgeable staff
  • — Staff accommodates
Other
  • — Reservations recommended
  • — Good for kids
  • — Outdoor seating
  • — Dinner
1 year ago

Over priced. Options were pretty standard. Seems like you're just paying for the atmosphere and not the quality of the food.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — No gluten-free information on the menu
Symptomatic Celiac
2 years ago

The food was delicious!! I got a burger with a GF bun and a side of cooked carrots. I was told there is not a dedicated frier. Food came out with an allergy flag. Also amazing drinks and was super impressed with the service.

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Taste
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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Celiac
2 years ago

The food was delicious! Our waitress was very knowledgeable and it was clear that they knew exactly how to deal with cross contamination. Highly recommend!

Safety
Taste
Variety
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Celiac
2 years ago

Great food and AMAZING atmosphere. Great cocktails and knowledgeable staff. GF buns available (not shown on the menu) and dedicated fryer for fries! The spread appetizer with cucumber slices was really good as well!

Safety
Taste
Variety
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Safety Features
  • — Dedicated fryer

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