Gluten Free at McAlister's Deli

I have celiac. When you order a sandwich, you MUST explain to them you have a severe allergy and to change their gloves and avoid cross contamination. A lot of people do not think about toasters, and the staff is not actively trained in allergy protocol. They do not have a designated toaster. A manager informed me to not order my sandwiches toasted. So, if you have a severe allergy, I recommend ordering your sandwich hot but NOT toasted. It is very apparent when it is toasted because you will see the lines on the bread. I have eaten here numerous times with no issue, and the staff is always extremely willing to help. I am very sensitive to gluten.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• 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?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main 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 lunch

Wonderful & No reactions what so ever...you can have ANY sandwich with GF bread/bun. Also healthy sides like steamed broccoli & fresh fruit!! My new Go-to restaurant!!

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

— 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

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 lunch
• Good for takeout
• Offers delivery

We eat at the McAlester’s all the time! Ask for the manager Rita. She is amazing and will take good care of you. We get sandwiches, baked potatoes and salads that are GF. They also have several GF/ DF options. Always a great experience.

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

— 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?

— Not Much

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers outdoor seating

I’d like to preface this by saying we eat at our local Mcallister’s all the time and it is excellent. Maybe that’s why we were so disappointed in our order from this location. We got two different baked potatoes to go and the toppings were minuscule compared to the potato. They didn’t include any butter, sour cream, plastic ware or salt and pepper. By the time we got back to our hotel and discovered everything we were missing the entire meal felt like a waste. The food that we did eat didn’t cause any allergic reactions but the experience was a total bummer.

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?

— Average

They have a decent gluten free bread so I can order a real sandwich! Staff takes precautions against cross contamination, and there are plenty of options on their menu for celiacs.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
• 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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating

They offer any of their sandwiches on GF bread for an upcharge. Check with their allergy listing sheet to see what sandwich fillings are GF. As far as I know, none of the soups are GF. Prices tend to be a bit high, so sign up for their app and get a discount.

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?

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for takeout
• Offers online ordering

Been several times now and have had no issues.

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?

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating

Asked the gentleman behind the counter if the ranch was gluten free. He wasn’t sure, he then asked a lady in the kitchen area & these were the words I heard her tell him. “No! Nothing here is really gluten free”

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

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

— Average

Wonderful staff. Use Udi bread for any sandwich on menu. Have salads & potatoes but don't know about salad dressings. Will be a staple for take out & dine in. This was Beaumont, TX location.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• 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

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 dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating

This location of McAlister’s is the best! I eat here probably once a week and have never gotten sick! They have gf bread which isn’t bad. If you tell them it’s an allergy they won’t put it on the grill (cc). Their baked potatoes are also delicious! Love this place and feel very safe eating here.

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

— 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

When ordering with gluten free bread they all of it’s an allergy or a preference. They then change gloves and use different utensils. I’ve never had a problem at any of their locations.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

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

They have amazing gluten free bread! They also ask if you have a gluten free allergy or if it’s a preference (I’m assuming for how they prep the food). The food was really good!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

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 dairy-free
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers online ordering

They have some gluten free/sensitive items Gluten free bread. I had veggie sandwich on gluten free bread and side potato salad. Very Good! The Manager ensured all safety measures in preparing mine to avoid cross continuation and I was fine!

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?

— Good

Other Characteristics

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

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?

— Below Average

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

Ordered the nacho basket with chipotle chicken spud ( the choose two) no problems at all ( celiac) very good.

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?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

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

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

I love dining at this McAlisters. They have an option for gluten-free bread and it’s pretty good for gluten-free. I get the veggie sandwich most times and add turkey. You can’t go wrong with the baked potatoes or salads either. With salads though stress no croutons.

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 kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating

Turkey is processed, slimy, bland. Most of menu is a variety of something else. French dip beef was rainbow tinted with makes me think old.

About the best thing on the menu is the soups.

Many seem to like the place but I have high standards on food and this isn’t even close. Pass.

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?

— Below Average

Just ate here and the gluten free options were great. The food was wonderful and I didn't get sick for once...

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Delicious and a good variety. We had spuds, nachos, and salad. You can ask for a GF menu, or look for the wheat symbol on the displayed menu.

I would’ve taken a picture but it was so good that it disappeared too fast! Absolutely love this place, I got the grilled chicken club on GF bread and it was delicious and affordable. Will definitely be returning and recommend it to everyone!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The staff was so helpful. They offer gluten free bread for all sandwiches. I ordered a french dip. They even recognized that the au jus was NOT gluten free and didn’t bring it with the sandwich. I spoke to the manager about how thankful I was for there help and she told me that when it is a gluten free meal, they change their gloves and use a different knife. They also prepare in a separate area. I will definitely frequent this restaurant.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

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

— 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

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

— Excellent

Wonderful, great food and lots of options!

If you are Celiac be careful. The sandwich was delicious but I have been sick since I ate there.

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

Great delicious food! Love the gluten free bread 🥪 and other options. 👍🏽😋

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Don't wast your time.!!! They are rude and ill informed about gluten free. I tried it twice and got sick both times!!!!!!!

Celiac friendly?

No

I had no help with what was gluten free, the girl at the register told the cook to change his gloves and he rolled his eyes and said something under his breath. After that why would I even want to eat there, I knew he wasn’t going to take the right precautions. I cancelled my order. Horrible service.

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?

— Poor

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 placed a carry out order over the phone and told the person taking our order that my boyfriend has celiac and his food needs to be gluten free. Unfortunately, he was very bloated and felt sick and in pain after eating the purportedly gluten free spud he ordered. Also, if you have to travel more than 10 minutes with the carry out food, don't go here, as it doesnt keep very well. The food is very tasty here when fresh though.

Celiac friendly?

No

Hard to screw up a baked potato so I didn’t try anything else. Service was great and conscientious . Best Iced Tea in South Bend.

Gluten free bread, veggie chili that’s also gluten free, lots of spuds, and every time I’ve been, I’ve heard them yell back to the kitchen to make sure they notice the gluten “allergy” on the ticket so they can clear their space and change gloves.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Didn't get sick! Just can't get your bread toasted

Helpful and patient staff, many choices well marked, tasty sandwiches.

Gf bread for sandwiches and still have other options like spuds and salads if you don’t want sandwiches. I’m not celiac just intolerant but they ask allergy or preference so they take it with concern!

Staff was very knowledgeable and assured me that precautions would be taken to prevent cross-contamination. Many options on gluten free bread. They were very busy but managed to keep my meal safe!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

My gluten free sandwich to go was served in a plant based container made from wheat straw. Celiac friendly ONLY if you dine in!

Celiac friendly?

No

My favorite place to go for lunch in Muncie. Very knowledgeable, if you tell them you need GF they immediately ask if it’s an allergy? Then alert kitchen to change gloves. Delicious bread for sandwiches and baked potatoes! I’ve never had an issue here and the GM Mike is so helpful and great!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Their gluten free bread was delicious and their website really lays out what you can and cannot have! Have had zero issues since coming here!

They offer gluten free bread, which is tasty.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Awesome! With the update they added little wheat symbols next to all the gluten free options. There's also gluten free buns available to sub into the sandwhich

Celiac friendly?

Yes

They yell out Allergy and the type of allergy and yell out to change gloves. Eaten here over 10 times with no issues. I have celiac disease.

Delicious sandwiches!!!! Amazing place

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Management let my daughter try 4 different salad dressings to see which she liked (Sherry Shallot) since they don't have her favorite, Italian. Their gluten free breed was really good.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Great with cross contamination and really yummy food!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

They offer a gluten free bread substitute. My sister and I both have celiac, and we are pretty sensitive and we have never had problems eating here. They do good with keeping food safe for you. Make sure you tell them to change gloves, and if you are getting bread toasted make sure they have it covered in tinfoil or don’t toast it. They have a menu and on it you can find the gluten free marks. It is sort of pricey, but you get a lot for what you pay for.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I have eaten here several times and never gotten sick. I make sure they ask the kitchen to change their gloves.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Nice lunch option. It’s nice to be able to have a sandwich. my only option not being a salad!! They have gluten-free bread that is very good. They also have soup options that are gluten-free as well as baked potatoes

Nachos say gf on the menu, but when asked they really aren’t, so why are they gf on the menu? Here at 7pm, they close at 8, and they’re out of spuds, which was a bummer when half their menu is spuds. I Ordered a salad because they don’t have any sandwiches on gf bread, which in this day and age, across from a college is strange. Limited gf menu. Only here, because we are traveling through and staying at the hotel next door. The salad was really good though, which is why they got 3 stars. Staff was friendly too.