Gluten-Free at Playa Bowls

Really helpful people. And they think with you. I have celiac but also a nut allergy. The gluten-free granola was amazing

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for peanut-free

Playa Bowls is a great place to avoid gluten with many options free of wheat. If you want to get granola in your bowl, they do have gluten free granola which tasted fine.

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

— Somewhat

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

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

Açaí bowls with GF granola available! All other ingredients Are naturally GF! Yum

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

Always great when I order here - never an issue - even if I door dash my bowl usually always comes with an allergen sticker.

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

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

— Very

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

This is good for Gluten-free, Vegan,dairy free

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

— 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

Playa Bowls opened recently and I decided to try it out after doing some research online and my roommate telling me she had seen signs for allergy awareness at their store. It was so good! They have gf granola they are happy to sub out for the regular granola (the only non-gf thing I noticed on the menu). They were very knowledgeable of precautions and even have a separate allergy friendly area. My bowl came out marked as an allergy and covered—it was delicious! So many options and they let you sample the different bases. I will 100% be returning!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• 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?

— 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

Gluten free options and very good and filling.

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

Only gluten in the restaurant is granola & they offer a gf version. Separate allergy friendly blenders and cutting board. Seemed confident in ability to handle cross contact. May want to ask for unopened açaí tub if not dedicated as that could be a source of granola contamination after observation them make the bowls.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for kids
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good vegetarian options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers outdoor seating

I’ve been here tons of times with mostly good experiences. Recently I was glutened and there was a piece of granola in my bowl (have truly no idea how). So just please be careful. I have my classic symptoms and just wish I was more vigilant. Unless you’re sure about the way their lines work/protocols I wouldn’t chance it. There also seems to be some controversy regarding their products not being GFCO certified though bearing the mark “illegally” last year as some products contained barley malt.

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

— Not very

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

We have a family member that would be here every day if they could. However, it really depends on who’s working on how closely is monitored for cross-contamination. Love the bowls, but I tend to keep my eyes on the staff as they make my items.

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

— 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

Incredible acai bowls with gluten free granola

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

They have gluten free granola which you can substitute in for their standard granola. Many offerings are naturally gluten free (acai based bowls with fresh cut fruit etc). They also have smoothies. Even though the staff changes all the time, we’ve been happy with their consistency on gluten free granola and the question ‘Is it a preference or an allergy?’ which gives me confidence that they are taking our request seriously.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• 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

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
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating

Please check out the gluten free watchdog group. PLAYABOWLS are not CF gluten free and therefore not safe for celiac

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

— Not at all

It was my first time here. Great experience! Most things are naturally GF, I think everything except their granola. They do have gluten-free granola, just ask. I told them it was a serious allergy and watched the young lady who made my bowl. She went to the back to get a fresh blender of the base mixture for me and then I watched her go back to the back to get a new spatula because she forgot it. She was very careful about CC, and I didn’t get sick. 😀

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

— Very

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

— Excellent

This chain is always fantastic and this location was no exception!

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

— Somewhat

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

Online ordering has a place to check off allergies. They take precautions in the kitchen with the new gloves etc...one of my favorite places

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
• 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/All

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
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering

I really enjoy the gluten free granola.

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

Celiac friendly and so delicious! I always remind the staff to change gloves, and they do a great job. Almost the whole restaurant is gluten free. All bases (except I haven’t asked about the oatmeal base) are gluten free and gluten free granola can be subbed in. So healthy too!

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

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 Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers online ordering

Celiac friendly and so delicious! I always remind the staff to change gloves, and they do a great job. Almost the whole restaurant is gluten free. All bases (except I haven’t asked about the oatmeal base) are gluten free and gluten free granola can be subbed in. So healthy too!

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

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 Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers online ordering

Celiac friendly and so delicious! I always remind the staff to change gloves, and they do a great job. Almost the whole restaurant is gluten free. All bases (except I haven’t asked about the oatmeal base) are gluten free and gluten free granola can be subbed in. So healthy too!

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

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 Characteristics

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

Celiac friendly and so delicious! I have been here so many times. I always remind them to change gloves, and they always do a great job. All bases (except I haven’t asked about their oatmeal) are GF, and you can always sub in GF granola. Pretty much the whole restaurant is GF. Super healthy too!

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
• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

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 Characteristics

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

This place is AMAZING! The ingredients, the instant care and caution about my celiac allergy. The main girl Liberty was SO sweet when I forgot to mention gf granola and made me a new bowl while gifting me the other one for free to give to a friend. This place is chill and open. I would 1000% recommend this to anyone, but especially if you have celiac!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• 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

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

My partner is celiac and while we’ve only been here a few times, this is definitely something that I would recommend if you are looking for something different for a snack or dessert. The options are all delicious and able to be made gluten free. If you mention that you have a gluten allergy they’ll clean everything in the prep area.

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

Amazing smoothies and bowls! Lots of gf/df options. Gluten free vegan granola available. The staff was super helpful and let me read labels to double check for my other allergies (dairy, soy, eggs). Highly recommend! Very allergy friendly.

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 had gluten free options but the staff took little care to prevent cross contamination. They seemed like they didn’t take it seriously and prepared my food near an open bin of gluten granola.

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

*This review is for two separate visits. The first time I went, the person who took my order was very nice and she asked if cross contamination is an issue for me (it is). She assured me that she would prepare my order on a separate cutting board with a clean knife. The food was great and I had zero issues afterwards!!

I went back a second time after such a great first experience and this time the store was busier. The person who took my order gave me a “yeah yeah we got you” when I told him about gluten. He neglected to tell the person making my order about the food allergy alert. I gave him a reminder about my order when I noticed it was next in line to be made. The lady making the food asked him if she should use a separate cutting board and he told her no. Unfortunately, I had celiac stomach issues after eating here this second time.

So, a bit of a mixed review! When it’s slow—fantastic! When it’s busy—be cautious!

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

— Somewhat

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

Told them I was celiac. They said they’d use sterile equipment. I am not sure what happened but a smoothie has made me get sick over ten times within the hour .

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

This is not a place I would spend my money. I really wanted to like it, the staff is nice and friendly and they product is decent but every time I go in there lately it's super hot and the staff seem miserable (still friendly, but you can tell it's a rough place to work). The owner pays them less than minimum wage so if you do go there, be kind and tip because the owner us counting on you to pay her staff!

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

— Not very

Safety Feature Ratings

• 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?

— Some

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

— Average

Other Characteristics

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

Their Açaí bowls are AMAZING🙌🙌🙌

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 love Playa Bowls. Açaí bowls are my favorite! They have a variety of different food, smoothie, and healthy options. Very easy if I’m on a crunch or am wanting to sit and enjoy something. Sweet and healthy. Staff is knowledgeable and will change their gloves. Just have to substitute vegan/GF granola and vegan/GF protein powder. All of the bases are gf to my knowledge

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• 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

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 Characteristics

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

I love Playa Bowls. Açaí bowls are my favorite! They have a variety of different food, smoothie, and healthy options. Very easy if I’m on a crunch or am wanting to sit and enjoy something. Sweet and healthy. Staff is knowledgeable and will change their gloves. Just have to substitute vegan/GF granola and vegan/GF protein powder. All of the bases are gf to my knowledge

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• 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

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 Characteristics

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

We come here about twice a week. I am a highly sensitive celiac and never have had any reaction. The bowls and smoothies are delicious.

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

Excellent smoothies and açaí bowls. Just ask for GF granola or omit the granola if you are sensitive!

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

Oh my gosh, this is SOOOO GOOD. Smoothie bowls of all kinds. They even have gf granola if you ask for it. You can basically get anything you want here and it is amazing.

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

Basically everything is gluten free except for their granola

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

— Very

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

Got protein bites that were labeled “gluten free” on the front. I ate one and then aimlessly started looking at the packaging…”may contain wheat” was listed on the back. Just an fyi to anyone considering going here. Be very careful.

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

— Not at all

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?

— Poor

This is a great place for smoothies and smoothie bowls! They have gluten free granola available and will change gloves and prep your bowl/smoothie separately if you tell them you have an allergy. Most of the options here are already naturally gluten free, including the protein powders and toppings to choose from. Also a great option if dairy free as well.

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

They have açaí and other types of bowls with fresh fruit and lots of toppings including gluten free granola option

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

— Somewhat

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

Sub the granola for gluten-free granola. On the corner of 36th St & 6th (Ave of Americas).

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

We have been here multiple times. Most of the products are GF and the GF/ vegan granola is delicious. The staff is happy to change their gloves to prepare your order.

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

— 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

So many smoothie options for gluten-free needs. The vegan protein is also gluten free and they carry gluten free granola.

Be prepared to wait. They are severely understaffed (I’m talking 30+ minutes for 3 smoothies) but great for fresh, organic food.

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

— Very

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

Amazing service. Put celiac/gluten allergy on my notes and they gave me certified gluten free granola. I love playa bowls!

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
• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

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 gluten free granola sub for $1. Bowls are delicious & filling. My Nima sensor consistently finds them safe to eat.

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

— Very

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/All

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 dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good vegetarian options
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering

Had a acai bowl with GF granola. It was delicious!

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 carry GF granola!

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

Gluten free granola

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?

— Good

I have celiacs and have never had any issues here. They are attentive to making sure there isn’t cross contamination and the gluten free granola substitute is great!

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