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Tocaya
$$ • Mexican Restaurant
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I got sick here despite the precautions taken. Not worth it :( although a lot of options are GF, the risk of cross contamination is way too high. I would never recommend to another person who has celiac disease.
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
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!!!
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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.
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.
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
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.
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Have eaten here many times, never been sick. I am very sensitive so this is great for me. Totally recommend just make sure to let your waiter know you have a severe allergy and triple check that the chips are dried separately. Other than the you are good to eat!
Fantastic tacos! Burritos and bowls can be made GF as well.
The food was fine, if a little on the expensive side. I’m very sensitive to cross contact however, and I did get sick from a bowl that was marked as GF on the menu, even though I made sure to ask while ordering if it was a safe choice. I also explained that cross contact will make me sick, but there must have been some. I don’t know if it was because it was a busy day (the day before thanksgiving), but I won’t be going back.
The have GF “flour” tortilla for burritos and mini churros and many other GF options in their menu.
Lots of gf and vegan options and they have an allergen chart that spells out everything that’s gf. The Baja taco and churro bites were delicious.
