William Penn Inn

It’s 2/9/2024 and my first return to WPI since 8/19/2016 where I indicated I’d never return. Never say never! WPI has come a long way in 7 years. They have many option of GF all clearly identified on the menu from appetizers, soups, salads and entrees. Everything I had was fantastic, each course the waitress confirmed when placing each dish on table that staff was well aware of my gluten allergy in preparing my plate. Years ago everything seemed to be prepped so much in advance you could not even have Chilean sea bass as it was prepped in flour already. The bacon wrapped shrimp, spinach salad, baked crab imperial, and crème brûlée were all delicious. I’d definitely return to WPI.

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

— Very

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

I was a little concerned about going after reading the reviews on here. But it’s been a few years since there were any reviews. They can now make anything you order gluten free. We were here for the Sunday Brunch. Every thing is marked gluten free if it is, they even had three desserts that are gluten free.

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

— Somewhat

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 Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Reservations recommended

Everyone claimed to be knowledgeable about celiac disease and all food allergies. They said the chefs follow proper food handling procedures. I asked them to check several times to make sure the meal I had selected was gluten free. They assured me it was. I had to leave my dads birthday celebration early because I felt it coming. I had gotten glutened by something they had promised was gluten free. My mom called to complain and asked for an explanation and they found out eventually that the server was mistaken in promising me that the entree option I had selected was gluten free and there was in fact gluten in the potatoes I had chosen. Disappointed doesn’t cover it. They didn’t even try to make it right. Feeling betrayed by a big name in the area.

Celiac friendly?

No

My husband was diagnosed with celiac disease in 2013. We were married in 2001and had our wedding reception at wpi. We decided to have our anniversary dinner at wpi in December of 2015 and were very disappointed with his dinner options. I had called ahead and was told their were plenty of gluten free options, but when we ordered dinner we were told he could not have any soups, sauces, demi glades or reductions. His choices were unseasoned chicken, unseasoned fish or unseasoned steak. He was told he could have salad, but that no one knew if the dressings were safe. It was a sad, bland meal and we have never been back. We loved that place and spent every Valentine's day there before his diagnosis.

Celiac friendly?

No

One of my favorite spots for fine dining. I am very sensitive celiac, and have never had a problem. Chefs always willing to work with any dietary restrictions or allergies. I have had steaks, prime rib, salmon, shrimp over risotto and always delicious! The lobster bisque is the best I've ever had, and they have an amazing chocolate tort that is awesome! Highly recommend for a date night and good food!

Celiac friendly?

Yes