Gluten-Free at Smashburger

Very sad. Everyone was so happy with their experience here, but the person who helped me seemed uninterested in answering questions about fryers or grills. They had no clue on menu items or safety. The problem wasn’t they were new or confused, they just didn’t care. I also was the only person in the restaurant at 2:30 so it wasn’t rush time. I try to always sweet and polite because I know gluten precautions can be a pain, but smash burger really let me down.

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

— Not at all

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

Bun is great. I reacted to the fries. The burger is great, though.

Very good burger! Best and closest to a real “fast food” burger I have found. Delicious!!!!

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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Have gluten free buns as an option. Unclear about the fries and cross contamination. Workers did not seem to care much about the GF bun selection which would point to no allergy trainings.

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

— Somewhat

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

Have eaten here regularly and have not gotten sick. They have Udi’s gluten free buns and a dedicated fryer for their fries and tots. Beef and Turkey burgers, grilled chicken and wings are GF. Their website is great - lists all the ingredients of each item and you can filter your specific allergies.

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good vegetarian options
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating

This place is great! They specify if it’s an allergy or not. Never had any reactions after eating here.

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

When we ordered it was fine but then they said they didn’t have any buns, but then they found out they had some but they were frozen. So I decided to get a lettuce wrap instead, when it came out it wasn’t wrapped in lettuce it was just put on top of shredded lettuce. (Also warning they fry their fry’s in the same oil as everything else)

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

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

— Good

Delicious burgers and they offer gluten free buns! Not bad, be sure to ask about specifics related to preparation.

For more gluten free options in LA, check out my blog at https://gfcarolinas.com/gluten-free-options/los-angeles/

I eat here all the time! The food is yummy! The shakes are not safe! Also do not get the buns toasted. Say “allergy” when ordering and they will separate items.

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

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

Gf buns available but frequently out of stock. Call before going. Smash tots and smash fries are safe.

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?

— Some

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

— Good

I came here after a few hours of dartying and it was the most magical experience of my life. While under the influence I ordered a bbq bacon brisket burger and sweet potato fries and licked my plate clean. They said the fries were fried separately and nothing made me sick so I believe them. The burger was alright, not a lot of bbq sauce and I think a regular cheeseburger probably would have been better. I tried to get the double and the lovely cashier informed me you only get a second patty, and no extra brisket or bacon, so I just got a single. Their website has super great tools for checking what has gluten or other allergens so it is very easy to see everything, but not a lot of info on the signs in store. Cannot wait to go back, amazing spot to have on campus

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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 dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Offers online ordering

Good burger and safe fries. I think a $2 upcharge for the gf bun is absurd but what can you do? They also have dairy-free shakes that are very good although a little unusual.

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

— Somewhat

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?

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout

Fantastic food!! Ate there on our way to western ND and on our way home. Chicken or beef burger, GF bun, avocado-also lettuce tomatoes & pickles if you wish-GF regular or sweet potato fries-dedicated fryer!!

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
• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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 dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good with other allergies
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating

Very knowledgeable about avoiding cross contamination! Can have most items on the menu made Gf or are naturally GF

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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

Cheeseburger with GF bun; staff verified fries are in a dedicated fryer. My daughter eats here with no issues so far!

This is my absolute favorite burger place!! Their gf buns are really good, and their smash tots are to die for!

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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

We’ve been coming here for a few years without issue after good experiences with a dedicated Gf and strict safety protocols. The last few times my celiac daughter has had a bad stomachache after, so they might have changed things. We will have another conversation with the manager if we decide to come back.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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

Had a single smash burger with Udi’s bun and it was good. However, I was a little suspicious of the website and others sites claiming fries had a dedicated fryer. I decided to use my Nima sensor on the sweet potato fries and they tested positive- gluten found. I’m so happy I had the Nima with me, it saved the day. Could’ve tested positive for cross contamination even with a dedicated fryer but who knows…

Take away is that it is safer to get a burger. I would’ve tested the burger patties too but only had 1 capsule.

Most likely won’t return…trying to weed out restaurants that claim to be safe and aren’t.

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

— Not at all

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?

— Good

Friendly service and very helpful on what I could have that doesn’t have gluten. Highly recommend them. They have a separate fryer to eliminate cross contamination on the fries.

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

— Very

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

Very knowledgeable. Food was delish. Separate GF fryer and buns. Chicken wings also GF. Big burgers!

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

I go here once a week. Dedicated fryers for the non breaded items. Love their plain tater tots. I love love love the gluten free buns. I always get a burger.

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
• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

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

Staff didn’t know what celiac or gluten was. That was the first red flag. I should’ve left but let my son order a kids burger and fries marked with a gluten allergy. I asked them to change gloves etc but they were so confused. Now my son is in pain and has diarrhea. This is his first time being glutened since his diagnosis in 2021.

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

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

— Poor

These guys are great! First, we had a 2 hour flight delay and were a little frazzled. We decided to try them even the there was alarge line.

Totally worth it! My wife forgot to specify gluten free bum and we didn't realize our mistake until after 5 minutes. When I let them know they jumped all over it to make sure my wife was safe. The food was great!!

I really appreciate the extra effort they made for usa

Also, dedicated fryer for their delicious smash fries! Really helped turn a bad situation around for us!

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

Yay GF fries (and buns)! Their current management process is having a dedicated gf fryer - just ask to be sure since management can change. This is my daughter’s favorite place!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

They didn’t seem well informed about cross contamination. Also, the gluten free bun was not good.

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

They no longer have gluten free buns

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

I felt super safe. Stated they did have a dedicated fryer, buns not toasted on grill and sauces (smash sauce) is with spatula so for GF they just put ketchup (from a squeeze bottle). Packages my GF in a separate bag.

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

— Somewhat

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

They have really good gluten free buns and a dedicated gluten free fryer for fries and tater tots!

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

— Somewhat

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

These guys were incredibly knowledgeable and super friendly! Definitely recommend it.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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 dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for keto
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering

They seem to be careful in the preparation of my celiac daughter's food. She gets the gf bun cheeseburger plain and the fries. They have been inconsistent in their response about fries being gf, but were positive this last time that they were (no shared frier) so we tried them. Daughter has never been sick or had an upset belly afterwards.

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

— Somewhat

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

Smash burger was amazing! I’m an extremely symptomatic celiac and I didn’t have any problems here. The workers were willing to change gloves, and the tray was separated from the others.

I got a cheeseburger with rosemary fries and both were perfect! They have a separate fryer for the fries, and gluten free buns for any alterations you’d want to make.

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

We had a GF bun on the burger and the rosemary fries, no upset stomach at all. The staff was accommodating and was kind about changing gloves and not setting the burger on the regular surfaces. My daughter is a highly sensitive diagnosed Celiac.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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

A nice clean location. The staff was fine and called out gluten free bun to the cooks as well as noting it on the ticket. Bun was very good. They do prepare in the same area as gluten foods as most fast food places do.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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

Very rude staff! I’d rather eat chips😞

Delicious grilled chicken sandwich on a gluten free bun. Delivery from UberEats.

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

This place was amazing!! I have celiac and I could eat their buns, an amazing coffee milkshake, sweet potato fries, and all toppings for the burger except for haystack onions. You can have all flavors of milkshakes except for Oreo. The buns are really good and the fries are shoestring style and super delicious. All condiments are gluten-free and I have never felt sick eating here!! Ate here 2x in a week when I discovered it 😂😂

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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 dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegetarian options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers online ordering

Amazing burger, fries are safe to eat too!

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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

The staff seemed very knowledgeable when we placed our order. They have 2 dedicated fryers that they use for fries, tots and can also use for their wings. They have GF buns and assured us everything for my celiac daughter’s cheeseburger would be prepared safely.

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

— Somewhat

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

Burgers can all be with a gluten free bun

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

— Somewhat

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

At this SmashBurger in Sugar Land, they are very helpful with my gluten allergy / Celiac. The cashiers and managers are helpful, because they talk with the kitchen employees, when I place my order. There are gluten-free hamburger buns at SmashBurger. I am able to eat the French fries, also.

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

— Very

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

— Excellent

Excellent burgers, many options. Grilled chicken sandwiches. They use Udi’s buns.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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 dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Offers outdoor seating

No gluten free menu, but they do have an udis gf hamburger bun and will mark your food as an allergy. I’d say this is my top DFW airport meal, but like everything here-high cross risk.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

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?

— Good

I really enjoyed the burger and smash fries. The fries are excellent. The manager is also really friendly and knowledgeable on gluten. He had the cook toast my gf bun on the grill rather than the toaster where regular buns go. Also had the cook change gloves. It was a great experience

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

— Very

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

the cashier told me that all of their fries are cooked in a dedicated gluten free fryer. i’ve seen rave reviews about smash burger online and everyone should absolutely try it. the gluten free buns are so good and this is one of the best burgers i’ve had in years :)

the only thing that appeared to not be gluten free was the chicken tenders (breaded) but everything else had a gluten free option for a bun or were fries

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout

Had gluten free buns and dedicated fryer for fries, or tater tots. Got the Colorado burger with smashed tots. No complaints and tasted great.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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’ve eaten here many times and I also have dairy and egg allergies. It’s very safe! #hottip Always get you burger to go in a wrapper because it steams the bun into submission and it’s 10x better!!

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

— Very

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

Disclaimer : I do not have Celiac, I have to follow the LowFODMAP diet, or else good makes me sick. So cross contamination is not something I would typically.

My husband really wanted a burger, so we decided to go to Smashburger. I knew from before offer a gluten free bun so I got that option. It looked very different from last year so I questioned it and was assured it was the GF Bun. Once I started to eat it I could tell right away it was as it crumbled very easily, and had the very distinct taste. Its very hard to know from their menu what is safe to eat and not, and I don't believe my food was prepared any differently than others.

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

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for takeout
• Offers online ordering

I’m scratching this place off my list. They had a meltdown of some sort & all the staff quit at once. They used to be awesome but they just don’t have anyone who knows about gluten free. This is my second time in here and it’s just an unhappy vibe - and unsafe for gluten free.

They bungled my fries after I asked whether they were gluten free. They came in the same bag as my son’s order with gluten.

Also the fries were really greasy. The manager seemed grumpy that i commented. It’s just not the same place….

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

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

— Poor

They had food marked gluten free, but the bun turned out to be whole grain instead of gluten free! It’s a terrible mistake for a restaurant to make.

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

— Not at all

I just attempted to order a gluten free cheeseburger, which I’ve had several times, but was told the only gluten free item is the bun….

I politely questioned this, asking, “so the burger isn’t gluten free?”

Response: “no nothing is gluten free other than the bun.”

While I know this is incorrect, i didn’t want to aggravate the employee who had already walked away to continue the phone call conversation he was having.

Smashburger is one of the few places I can typically eat gluten free and this was beyond discouraging.

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None