Gluten-Free at Brunch Cafe

This place is one of my favorite little breakfast joints and I was super concerned that I would never again get to have one of their Mediterranean omelets after I was diagnosed. Instead they were the first restaurant I trusted to order food from. Much of their menu is marked gluten free. I did get my food take out because frankly I was nervous. The omelette was great as always and I was able to get a very good tasting gluten-free pancake to enjoy as well. I'm so happy I get to continue eating here and I really appreciate the staff. It's hard to comment on cross contamination because while I am celiac, to date, I have not had any symptoms related to cross contamination and since I'm new at this I have to assume at some point something has been cross-contaminated.

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

They offer bread if you want a sandwich or pancakes and waffles for breakfast. I had a churros waffle and it was yummy

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Found plenty of gf options. Great food. Very careful!

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

After asking the waitress a ton a questions, I ended up asking her to find out from the manager what the safest food they have for a celiac. The answer was toast. “Everything is on shared equipment.” They wash everything as best they can but that’s far from ideal. I was disappointed that this restaurant is listed on this app. I ended up getting dry toast with very cold lettuce and tomato and bacon. It was a cold and dry BLT.

I will say though, that I appreciated their honesty!

Safety Feature Ratings

• Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

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?

— Below Average

We are in from out of state. Ate breakfast this am and yesterday. I asked about the protocol in the kitchen. They use a separate grill for the gluten free pancakes, that were delicious. I did not try the gf waffles. There is a dedicated waffle iron for the gf waffles. They offer gf French toast.

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

Yum, sweet potato tot skillet with a side of gf pancakes!

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

Huge portions. Not a ton of GF options, but they were clearly labeled and careful with cross contamination. Lovely place.

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

We had brunch at Brunch Cafe when we were visiting the Chicagoland area from out of town. I had previously been to the Roselle Brunch Cafe but this was my first time at the Addison location (the restaurant looks brand new and given that it wasn't listed here until now, I think it must have opened pretty recently).

Absolutely delicious gluten free breakfast and the portions are huge!

I had the Bavocado, which is a skillet with potatoes on the bottom, choice of eggs, and bacon/avocado/cheese; they subbed out the fried potatoes that come with with skillet and gave me hash browns instead. It also came with my choice of toast or pancakes; I chose the pancakes and they were delicious. I confirmed that the hash browns, eggs, and GF pancakes are all cooked on a separate, gluten free surface.

I highly recommend doing call ahead seating because this place is packed, at least on the weekends. I joined the waitlist over the phone at 12:20 pm on a Sunday and we got our table at about 12:50 pm...so not a terrible wait but there were so many people waiting that there was no place to sit as we waited.

I can't wait to go back!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

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

Our son wanted to go out for breakfast for his 8th birthday. This place is fantastic in every way. Friendly, welcoming smiles from the minute you walk in. Very attentive staff. The food was excellent, with very large portions (consider getting a short stack if ordering pancakes otherwise will need to take home left overs, but that’s fine). Everything we tried was very well prepared and quite tasty including omelets, waffles and pancakes. One significant factor for us choosing this place is that our other son has Celiac disease and and this place is definitely Celiac friendly. They have excellent knowledge for preparing foods separately to minimize cross contamination. Our celiac son really enjoyed his GF pancakes. They don’t have a separate GF menu, but the regular menu is clearly marked what maybe prepared GF. They also brought out a cupcake with a candle for our birthday boy. Thank you for all the staff and owner for this great establishment. Definitely will be back.

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

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

— Excellent

I ordered the GF pancakes after being reassured that the griddle would be completely free of gluten. They were delicious! The blueberry sauce had gluten so my server brought a sugar free syrup for me; I was pleasantly surprised! Celiac since 2006.

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

Roselle location. Hollansdaise sauce for Porto Benny SO GOOD! Servers are knowledgeable and supportive Non-celiac but highly sensitive and still no issues.

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

Eggs & hash browns were safe for me (made in a pan). I didn’t get the gf pancakes because they are made on the same griddle as normal pancakes but my mom had them and said they were good. Toast is made in a separate toaster!! Large portions.

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

They have gluten free toast made in a dedicated toaster. The staff was very knowledgeable about gluten free options. So nice to enjoy eggs with toast. Not often able to do that in a restaurant.

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

GF pancakes for the win! Ham/cheese omelette and potatoes! So tasty and didn’t get sick! Server verified that they have separate areas to prepare and plates for GF foods! Can’t wait to return!

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Offers online ordering

They have GF pancakes on the menu but the cooks in the back were not willing to clean the area to make them so that it was safe. The server would go back and ask questions so she was helpful but the kitchen staff that morning was unwilling to accommodate my daughters gf needs.

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

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

— Poor

DELISH! PortoBenny amazing and with GF Hollandaise sauce!

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 breakfast/brunch
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options

The gluten free pancakes were delicious! One time I forgot to mention I had celiac, and I did get sick. So make sure to talk about cross contact.

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 breakfast/brunch
• Good for takeout
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering

Very knowledgeable and friendly staff. My daughter has celiac and loved the pancakes. Prices are not that bad either. We will come back the next time we are in AZ.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Definitely my favorite breakfast place in the area. Have eaten here many times and haven’t gotten sick. They have gf pancakes which are my favorite! They also have gf toast. Lots of options and big portions.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Eaten here many times and never been sick. Some staff aren’t as diligent about gf. Food is good and lots of options!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Great place, while I ordered carryout, quaint restaurant look. Staff knowledgeable and friendly. She knew immediately what was GF. I had GF pancakes with Omelette and potatoes, I never order pancakes, very good they were. Priced very reasonable. Gluten allergy, GFree since 2011

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Staff was excellent! The food was great! My son and I are both gluten free and it’s nice to have options that are good

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Ok so, this is a newer location, but the staff doesn’t get it yet. I think there is potential. But... I ordered a gluten free scramble. I ordered hash browns they said was gluten free. I got a side of “gluten free” pancakes which I tried to send back because they tried to service them on the same tray as the rest of my parties’ toast. Too risky. But... the manager then walked over and said that the pancakes are not made on a separate surface... ok... I said I had celiac disease... why did they get served to me at all? Glad I was worried in the first place. Then of course he offered toast saying they do have a separate toaster. The staff was nice enough and I think there is a potential there to learn, but they don’t have it right. So either explain how the food has to be prepared, or don’t go here. I’m honestly not sure what is safe and what isn’t, but the pancakes absolutely aren’t and I got gluttened with what I was told to be safe. Needless to say, my leftovers will be shared with family that does not have celiac disease. :(

Have had two great experiences here since being diagnosed celiac. They have a separate toaster for their GF toast, and they’re great about taking precautions for celiacs. I feel very confident eating here!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

My GF son loves the bacon and chocolate chip pancakes. We’ve eaten here four times and never felt sick (we’re very sensitive). They also have breakfast potatoes and GF toast cooked in a separate toaster among other things. Food is reasonably priced and delicious.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Delicious gluten free pancakes & friendly owner & waitress. Excellent & fast service & they're also expanding to include vegan options! Highly recommended & new to Scottsdale!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

This place is so good! Some of the best gluten free pancakes I’ve had. Their manager Kevin is great too!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The GF pancakes are delicious! They have a dedicated toaster and microwave. When you notify them of an allergy, they take extra precautions to clean their cooking surface and get new utensils to prepare your order. They also offer GF breads to go with your meal. Never gotten sick here!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Eaten here twice - gf Mexican omelet and steak eggs Benedict! Both delicious with fresh squeezed juice.

Good selection - tasty gf pancakes

at breakfast with my sister and asked our server about the gf options. She said said her manager is gf so she would check. when she came back she told me the gf choices but said they are not cd friendly, so I'm sitting here not eating.

Celiac friendly?

No

Delicious food and great service!!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

GF pancakes and toast! Food was delicious, huge portions.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Very yummy GF pancakes--although they were a bit on the overdone site; the server said they sometimes need to cook them longer to ensure the centers are done. The server also said they have GF toast but I didn't try it. I don't remember seeing GF waffles on the menu. I had an omelet and breakfast potatoes with pancakes on the side. I'm sure I could have also had a skillet or even just eggs and bacon or sausage with no problems. Everything was delicious--wish I lived in the area so I could go back more often!

The biggest and best pancakes!

Great gluten free pancakes. Also offer gluten free toast and waffles but I haven't tried them yet.