Gluten-Free at Ruby Slipper Cafe

Absolutely incredible! Might be one of the best breakfasts I’ve ever had. I highly recommend the salmon avocado toast on GF bread. The grapefruit gin drink was great too. Separate GF menu with items clearly marked for other allergies as well.

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers outdoor seating

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

— 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

I got the gluten free French toast which was good. They used large pieces of bread which were really good.

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 Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch

While their menu if full of gluten free items, it is NOT safe for someone with celiac.

After we ordered, the manager thankfully brought our food out and asked my wife if she had celiac or it was a preference and that is when she explained that they make their biscuits in house so flour cross contamination is very real. They grill all their foods on the same grill and they bake their gluten free bread in the SAME toaster/oven as their biscuits.

Once we found that out, my wife opted to not eat and just munch on the bowl of fruit I had ordered as a side. They took her meal off our bill and apologized for not making that clear when we sat down.

It's a shame because the food I ordered was very good.

Bottom line, if cross contamination is an issue for you, do NOT eat here.

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?

— None

I had the Migas, which is a mildly spicy egg, sausage, and cheese scramble with a special sauce and pico de Gallo. On the regular menu, it is listed as served on tortilla chips. On the GF menu, there is no mention of the tortilla chips, however I did not notice that and was disappointed at the lack of chips since, in my experience, there are plenty of GF corn chips on the market. I missed the crunch that the chips would have provided. Aside from that, however, it was delicious. Staff incredibly friendly and gladly sat us just 5 minutes before closing.

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 Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good with other allergies
• Offers outdoor seating

I ordered the corned beef .... essentially served Benedict style with gluten free bread. Absolutely delicious. It is a brunch-focused menu, so heavy on the eggs in general. The result is that every item on the GF menu features eggs. If you don’t like eggs, you will have no options. But if you do like eggs, a fantastic meal with unique choices.

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 Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Offers outdoor seating

Gluten free menu was nice. The GF bread was okay. I ordered the French toast with bacon. I would definitely recommend.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

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

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers outdoor seating

We enjoyed their food so much that we ate here twice on our vacation. They have a wonderful selection of gluten free options. I love the fact that they have gluten free by their adult beverages because you really never know with mixes that go into them sometimes. Both mornings I had the gluten free French toast with bacon, and a side of eggs. Delicious! For drinks I tried the Morning Margarita, Bloody Mary and Boozy Iced Coffee. The Bloody Mary is spicy. I would eat here again and again.

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

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

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 takeout
• Offers outdoor seating

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

— Not very

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

• Offers outdoor seating

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

Love Ruby Slipper and their gf menu has many options. Great food.

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

— Somewhat

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

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

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

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating

Only 4 stars cause the waitressed did not seem to want to help me figure out what was gluten free since no GF menus. She did say they had GF bread, so I played it safe with the meat omelet (3 little pigs...I think) grits and the gf toast and was fine. Food was good. Probably not a good place for celiacs.

They don’t have a real menu to help you. And they don’t always have bread. Pretty much is order what u think will work. They say the Costarrican but I’m pretty sure there rice is not gluten-free.

Not a lot of options for GF but I had the Migas which were great but I would’ve loved a biscuit or pancakes.

It was dirty. The staff had no idea what was gluten free so I did not eat there. My husband ordered his food and it was the worse meal in New Orleans.

Celiac friendly?

No

The staff was amazing! Very knowledgeable!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Not for celiacs - you can order omelettes and sandwiches without bread, but its definitely not GF. Our server was kind but knew nothing about GF and initially offered the oatmeal, which is not GF. Be careful

Celiac friendly?

No

I ended up having an omelette and 2 sides of fruit. It was fair at best. My husband, who is not GF, enjoyed his breakfast. I didn’t feel great later that day, and I was very worried since we were at the museum. It’s a good place if you don’t have to be GF. I wish we went back to Powdered Sugar, but I was trying to be flexible....

Celiac friendly?

No

Hostess was baffled when I asked about gluten free. My server even more so; she put her hands over her face and heaved a great sigh. Finally she got information from someone else. Ultimately I ate a tasty omelet but I do NOT recommend this place.

No menu, wasnt really helpful as to what was safe for me to eat. Potatoes came out looking deep fried

Celiac friendly?

No

Really good. I got an omelette. We had a great waitress but if the server was less knowledgeable it could have been challenging to eat here.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Love this place. Been here for breakfast every day. Food is great! Staff very attentive. Husband had no problems!

Great service from Raven, she came back our to verify some things. Food was yummy, place has a nice feel. Definitely recommend

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The hostess said they do not offer gluten free options. Since we had waited an hour and a half for a table, I was planning to sit with my family and not eat. The waitress was able to get an omelet and fruit for me and mention the gluten intolerance to the kitchen. I didn't get sick but would not recommend this place if you are celiac.

Server understood exactly what was going on and took all precautions!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I trusted the other reviewer and had the Costa Rican breakfast with no issues. Menus do not have GF items marked, but the server was kind and spoke with the chef to be certain (that the grits are an option.)

Ate breakfast there, no gluten free menu, but staff informed me what was safe to eat. Had bacon and eggs, say no to the potatoes. I didn't get sick :-)

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Pretty bad service both times we went. Also the server knew nothing about GF. Had eggs, bacon and grits. No reaction but I’m not sure if it was celiac safe.

The food here was great, but the staff was not very knowledgeable about gluten free options. I ended up going with the migas and didn’t have any reaction after.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Waitress very knowledgeable about what can be made GF on menu. No dedicated fryer though

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Mmmmmm it was ok ... I had to fully explain what my dietary needs were to the manager who said she was slightly familiar with celiac needs. I did not get glutened though 👍🏽

Our waitress was very helpful....there are plenty of choices really. Many things can be tailored for a gf diet. I mean no sandwiches, but most places don't have gf bread anyway. Plenty of breakfast options. I will definitely eat there again!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Very knowledgeable about gluten and cross contamination. Made excellent suggestions and even checked into our drinks for possible gluten content. Delicious!!

Wait staff is aware of GF options. Options are limited, but include the Costa Rican without the fried plantains. Staff says the grits are GF too. Eggs and bacon good.

I know this place comes highly recommended but our food just wasn't super fresh or good. No gluten reactions, just nothing to write home about.

There is no gf menu but the server was knowledge and helpful. I ordered an omelette and cheese grits! Delicious.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The waitress didn't seem very knowledgeable about gluten free options and cross contamination. We felt like we really rolled the dice eating there. I would not recommend for celiacs.

Celiac friendly?

No

No GF menu, but the waiters are knowledgeable. There are several menu items for us--I had the Costa Rican breakfast-delicious! Several omelets are available and salads

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I had a wonderful experience here. The waiter and manager were incredibly knowledgeable and responsive. I had the Gulf Fish St Peter with cheese grits instead of the grit cake and it was the best breakfast and piece of fish I've had in New Orleans. I will be back!

Celiac friendly?

Yes