Tocaya

7 ratings
$$ • Mexican Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Tacos
Safety Rating
6 ratings

As rated by the community

4301 La Jolla Village Dr
San Diego, CA 92122

Most Recent Reviews


Celiac

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Review


Got very sick here after walking the staff through my needs. I used to be able to eat here, but lately it seems like they don’t care for cross contact anymore

Safety


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

— Not very

Updated 6 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Amazing experience and food. The majority of the menu is GF. They change gloves and have separate prep areas per staff. The fried fish tacos were AMAZING!! Light and crisp and juicy. No digestive issues AT ALL!!!

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
  • Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
  • 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?

— 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
  • Dog friendly
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Good with other allergies
Updated 10 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Great GF Buritto. Most of the menu is gluten free.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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 lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Good with other allergies
Updated 1 year 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
  • Gluten-Free Menu
  • Tacos

Categories

  • Allergy Friendly
  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Dinner
  • Dog Friendly
  • Healthy
  • Keto Friendly
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Mexican
  • Online Ordering
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restaurant
  • Takeout
  • Vegan Friendly

Photos


Dairy free queso, delicious
Fried fish tacos with dairy free cream. Amazing
Sorry for the bad pic- but you get the general idea of the menu. Almost everything is GF
GF Fried mahi bowl! So delicious
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Gluten Intolerant

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I’m SUPER sensitive to cross contamination, felt safe with their food allergy protocol and didn’t get sick. They marked everything on the order. The chips are fried in a dedicated gf fryer. I also had a taco, guacamole and salsa. Everything was delicious.

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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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I was given different info than the previous reviewer: that the fryer is all GF and the kitchen can take CC precautions. Almost the entire menu is GF, except for a couple items such as flour tortillas. My ticket was also flagged as an allergy.

I thought the food was delicious and fresh. They also have a lot of vegan options if that is important to you. This place deserves a shoutout for being a chain with good food and being a good option for celiacs!

PS if you are on the fence about safety, check out the many positive reviews for all of the LA locations, and confirm with the staff.

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

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 dairy-free
  • Good for lunch
  • Good vegan options
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Review


Called ahead to ask about cross contamination procedures. They said all they do is change gloves. Shared fryer and shared prep space. Not celiac safe

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?

— Some

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


They have a huge selection of gluten-free options! I had the most amazing burrito. They also have gluten-free fried fish tacos which are to die for. Lots of vegan and dairy free options as well.

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 dairy-free
  • Good for keto
  • 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 1 year ago read full review

Reviews of this Chain

Celiac

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Review


We went here for lunch since I saw this establishment on this app… I thought it would be safe. I had a Fajita Del Ray bowl and we did order a side of Queso and Chips. I had a few chips and a little Queso and boy did I have a stomach ache and felt terrible all day long. Not what I wanted visiting my kids here in LA… ask questions before you order! We ordered on line, maybe that’s our error.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

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

Overall Rating

Review


Meh. Lots of GF options, but the quality of food is underwhelming. The plantain chips were so hard they tasted burnt. The egg in the burrito had the texture of microwaved eggs. Definitely pass if you want good food.

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?

— Poor

Overall Rating

Review


So many options! Everything can be made gluten free, amazing food.

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

Celiac

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Celiac approved for basic food. Do your own diligence. GF is marked & cc risk. I felt best with a few sides - cilantro rice, black beans & ceviche (no chips).

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

Celiac

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Review


Loved this place. You can customize bowls to your liking. We were able to make it not spicy for my son. Delicious.

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

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