Gluten-Free at Sonny's BBQ

Barbecue Restaurant
38 ratings
Reported NOT to have a gluten-free menu, but gluten-free options may be available.
Celiac

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The brisket was good. I had the baked sweet potato and coleslaw. No problems. Most of the meats were safw.

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?

— Not Much

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

— Excellent

Celiac

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Order pulled chicken 1/4 pound it was amazing. Best chicken and absolutely no reaction. You can do 1/4, 1/2 and 1 pound of most of there meats. 2nd time chicken was so dry couldn’t eat it. It’s hit or miss. I won’t take a chance on any sides I just stay with the meat.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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

Overall Rating

Review


Online allergy menu features many items made without wheat gluten. More than likely a lot of cross contamination because I definitely had a reaction later that day.

Safety


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

— Not at all

Quality & Quantity


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

Asymptomatic Celiac

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Enjoyed my sliced pork, cole slaw, baked beans & fries. All were GF/Celiac friendly. The fries are cooked in their own fryer. When I advised that I have celiac disease, the waitress assured me that the kitchen would change gloves to prepare my to-go order. Also assured me that serving clean utensils would be used to slice pork, spoon beans, etc….

Yummy, safe BBQ- yay!!

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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The waitress brought a "allergy menu" upon our request. It was easy to understand and very helpful.

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?

— Some

Symptomatic Celiac

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Sonny’s has GF meat, sauce and sides. They have a separate GF menu that list foods that have gluten in them.

I usually get sliced pork, chicken or ribs for my meat. Sides: baked beans, corn on cob or baked potato (if available).

Tell the waitress that is a gluten allergy, place your order and request No Bread and if the cooks would change thegloves you would appreciate that. Sonny’s has great BBQ.

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
Symptomatic Celiac

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Sonny’s has very good food. I have been at several different Sonny’s and have never had an issue. They do have a very old allergy menu that you can get an idea of what they offer. Basically, you can have meat, all sauces, baked beans, corn and backed potato(if offered). There may be a few more sides. I usually ask for sliced pork and double backed beans. Tell waitress/waiter about “gluten allergy” and say that you don’t want any bread and please change gloves.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Offers outdoor seating
Celiac

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The waitress brought me an alergen menu that listed all of the menu items and what was gluten free friendly. She informed the kitchen that I was Celiac. It was easy to order, I had the sampler platter, and it was delicious! I chose a salad without croutons as one of my sides and it was the nicest dinner salad I've had in ages. I did not have any symptoms from eating there and I will definately go back any time I am in the area. Friendly and cheerful staff that went above and beyond.

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • 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?

— 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?

— Excellent

Celiac

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Pretty good, especially if you are eating with people who are not GF. All sauces are GF and all meats. They do not have GF buns. But fry’s and potato salad are GF.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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

Overall Rating

Review


This is a chicken and rib place. If you look up their menu they have tons of gluten-free options. All their sauces except for one or gluten-free.

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

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

— Excellent

Celiac

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A large portion of the menu is GF. They have an allergen menu if you ask. No dedicated fryer but we felt very safe eating here and had no reactions.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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?

— Excellent

Celiac

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I love the brisket here they do have an allergen menu. This is one of the better sonny's locations

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Celiac

Overall Rating

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?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

Symptomatic Celiac

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I’ve not had a reaction. They have an allergies menu and they make sure to try not to cross contaminate.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Symptomatic Celiac

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Sonny’s is a great BBQ place. They have a separate GF menu. Most all the meat is GF. I usually get sliced pork, BBQ/Baked Beans and corn or baked potato. They have great chick and ribs, too.

They will change gloves.

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • 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?

— Separate gluten-free 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


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
Gluten Intolerant

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It tends to be dry. It can be hit or miss. Sum sauces are gluten free.

Quality & Quantity


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

Symptomatic Celiac

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Review


Great food, fresh food.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

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

Asymptomatic Celiac

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Chain BBQ restaurant. Has a menu that breaks down allergens. Mom had brisket and a baked potato, I had loaded tots with pork bbq without the fried onion straws. The items on the allergen menu help distinguish what is safe to eat. My mom reacts to gluten & I don’t, but she has eaten here multiple times with no reaction.

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
Symptomatic Celiac

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Sonny’s BBQ is great. They have a list of menu items that have allergies. You can look at the list and ask questions from there.

Most all meats are GF as We’ll as sauces. No GF fryer. I usually get sliced pork or ribs and double baked beans. They also have corn on the cob and baked potato. NO BREAD

Let server know of “allergy” And ask kitchen to change gloves etc.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

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?

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for keto
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good with other allergies

Overall Rating

Review


Our waiter was amazing, food came out quick and delicious. He said all the bbq sauces are GF. The menu was easy enough, just pick something and see if it's on the "contains gluten" list. I had the bbq salad with pulled pork requested no fried onion topping. Food was good. I feel it safe to eat here.

Safety


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

— Very

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?

— Excellent

Symptomatic Celiac

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Tasty food, good portions. The bbq sauce is gluten free. The waitstaff was knowledgeable about GF options. The hostess was gluten sensitive, and told me she wouldn’t trust the kitchen on super busy days if cross contamination bothers me without triple checking they are following the right procedure. Both she and my waitress told the kitchen I was super sensitive and to change their gloves and clean off the kitchen space. When the food came out a man from the kitchen came with it to assure me they had taken precautions to avoid cross contamination. I have eaten here twice and have not gotten sick.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • 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?

— 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?

— Excellent

Symptomatic Celiac

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Review


The waitress seems knowledgeable. Their meats are mostly gf but their handling of such with the same gloves as they handle breaded items. Even if they change gloves the cross contamination is still there.

Safety


Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


They have gluten free options

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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

Symptomatic Celiac

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I really appreciate how they took extra measures for safety. Our server/bartender (Rob) took the time to find out if there was a new menu item that was GF. Great experience and we definitely will go again.

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

Symptomatic Celiac

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Was nice to have bbq on the road. My husband liked his meal. I wasn’t sure which sauces I could have on the table. Waitress was real quick with us. I just went without. No buns, shared fryer.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Celiac

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Review


Great for a plate of delicious meat with cole slaw and beans. All of the BBQ sauces are gluten free. The website has a good list of options.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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?

— Excellent

Overall Rating

Review


This location is now permanently closedown

Symptomatic Celiac

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No gluten free menu but lots of gluten free items on their allergen list.

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?

— Excellent

Overall Rating

Review


I eat here bi-weekly with Celiac Disease and have not had a problem.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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

Overall Rating

Review


ribs are gluten free

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

Overall Rating

Review


They have a detailed allergen menu and all of the BBQ sauces are gluten free. Laurie, our server was absolutely amazing with us and confirmed ingredients and answered all questions. I had the beef brisket with coleslaw and baked beans, so delicious. I highly recommend Sonny's.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • 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?

— 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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Offers online ordering
Celiac

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Review


Very accommodating The meats and sauces are gluten-free They also have a gluten free menu

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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?

— Excellent

Overall Rating

Review


No gluten free menu, but staff is knowledgeable and they have an allergen guide. No gluten free buns or bread but I was able to get delicious bbq and sides without getting sick.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • 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?

— 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


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for keto
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Offers outdoor seating
Symptomatic Celiac

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Sonny’s have a gluten free menu online. Make sure you ask them to change gloves etc. I have been several times. Never have had an issue. I get sliced pork, bbq beans and baked potato or corn.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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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Warning the allergen menu says the sauces are GF. However, when I called was told all Sauces had Gluten. We got all meats with no sauce and the only sides gluten free were corn, broccoli, and coleslaw. That said the meat was very Smokey and flavorful without the sauce and the corn was really great.

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?

— Not Much

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

— Average

Celiac

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The waitress was aware of being gluten free. She advised to stay away from dishes with bread or fried. My husband and I had a good meal and I did not have any reactions.

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

Gluten Intolerant

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They have a menu that specifies the items that have gluten in them. I spoke with the waitress and she helped me find some delicious options. There are tons of items to get here that don't contain gluten. Meats/entrees, sides, big dinner salads, etc. Also, she marked it on the ticket that I was GF without me even asking and she even mentioned that she would have staff change gloves and she would personally check on my food to make sure it was safe. I was very impressed with her level of concern even though I didn't make a big deal of it at the table.

Note: double check the gluten items, because even their green beans say they contain gluten. I wouldn't have thought that, so I was glad I checked. I ordered pulled pork bbq, baked sweet potato, broccoli, and coleslaw. Also, ask for Grace. She's is the most amazing waitress and you won't regret sitting in her section!

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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?

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Offers online ordering
Celiac

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Great experience! Great food! Always check the allergen list before ordering! **I almost ordered the grilled chicken and then I realized it contains gluten ****very glad I checked!

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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

Overall Rating

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I ask for gluten free menu. They said my meal come with bread. I ask to put it in side so my husband could have it. They brought it with it on top of my gluten free meal. 🤦🏻‍♀

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for lunch
Gluten Intolerant

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My wife has celiac and enjoys eating here.

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers online ordering
Celiac

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Manager made sure to take my order personally. He was very knowledgeable and helpful. I don’t need gloves changed or anything so I don’t know that process but it sounded like he would have required it if I had asked.Gf menu is part of the allergy menu that lists what you can’t have. Only issue I saw with the menu was that french fries weren’t listed but are cooked in a shared fryer. Everyone was really nice and understanding. Love the remodel too :p

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers online ordering
Celiac

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I eat here often and most of the time without issues. They love to put bread on you plate though. Instead of ordering the meals I choose to order meat by the 1/2 pound and gluten free sides by their self. It seems to help.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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?

— Average

Overall Rating

Review


Server was incredibly sincere and cared about making sure my food wasn't crossed contaminated. Would recommend!

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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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They give you a separate menu that is very hard to understand what is safe. Most things that are GF at normal BBQ places are not.

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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?

— Average

Overall Rating

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Many of my family members are gluten intolerant and my sister in law has celiacs and this is their go to every time they come into town so there is things that can be eaten and is celiac friendly! Oh and Navy Blvd is our preferred restaurant as well!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

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Very friendly. Waitress double checked a few thing for to make sure it was safe French Fries are cooked in with other stuff so not a safe option. They have a allergies list to cross check the menu to. Will be back in the. Future

Celiac

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Server (April) was very aware of gluten and made sure I was taken care of. Had the baby back ribs- without sauce- excellent. Will be returning

Celiac friendly?

Yes

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Several GF options, sides and sauces.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac

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No dedicated GF menu and said everything has the potential to have gluten in it. Not sure how this made the list...

Celiac friendly?

No

Celiac

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allergen menu available online of what items on the menu are NOT gluten free. I had baby back ribs with BBQ beans on the side and informed my server that I was GF and emphasized to not put any type of bread on my plate (meals come with choice of cornbread or garlic bread). She was understanding and offered to have the staff change their gloves to plate my food. good experience, good BBQ that I felt safe eating

Categories
  • Barbecue
  • Kid Friendly
  • Online Ordering
  • Restaurant
  • Takeout
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Pulled chicken with bajed beans and slaw
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