Gluten-Free at Friendly's

Not sure what to expect however their menu lists what is gluten free. When I told the waitress I had an allergy she specifically when into the kitchen to check on a particular product. When I asked about gluten with dessert she gave me the book they have on hand listing any potential allergies with all the food items they sell. I was impressed and appreciative she took my allergy so seriously. I would go back again with the kids.

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

— 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

The staff is kind but not capable of safely serving gluten free food. This location is severely understaffed, and the employees I’ve been served by aren’t aware/trained to help those with allergies.

I feel bad leaving a low review, because the staff that is present are working their butts off and barely holding it together for a minimum wage paying chain. But I can’t trust them to serve gf…

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

— 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?

— Some

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

— Poor

They do not have gluten free options and cannot easily make alterations to make things gluten free. The server and staff on when I went with family seemed uncertain. The only option they felt comfortable giving was a very bare salad. They werent even sure about the dressings so I did not feel safe trying anything.

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

Other Characteristics

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

Just a few gluten free options like salads.

Dedicated gluten-free menu. Lots of choices including entrees. Nice surprise.

Chain. Grilled chicken corn, applesauce & broccoli -- GF&DF. No DF dessert options, though

For the Friendly's on Rte 31 near Great Northern/Rte 481: While not a gluten-free menu, our waitress this morning for brunch was very responsive to my concerns, and the manager assured me of the protocols they had in place for the grill. I had the veggie omelette without toast or potatoes and was able to replace missing items with applesauce without question. Lovely omelette, lovely service! I will be back!

Nothing on the menu besides ice cream and the omelets on the breakfast menu are gluten-free. It was after 11 am, so they wouldn't make me an omelet for lunch. Terrible!!!

Celiac friendly?

No

I have had the Apple Pecan Chicken Salad with grilled chicken many times and haven't had any problems.