Eating Out For New Year's Eve

[teacher1578]

Hi. Can anyone recommend what to eat and/or where to eat for New Year's Eve? It is my first New Year's as gluten-free. I am concerned because most restaurants (in Brooklyn, NY) have limited menus and I do not know if they would have something I can eat. I want to go where I can eat gluten-free and where my friends and family can eat 'typical' items. I want to try to avoid going into the city for a gluten-free restaurant. Does anyone know if restaurants would deviate from the limited menu and cook something else? Also, would you trust a restaurant to be careful on a busy night like New Year's Eve to avoid cross-contamination. I thought I would post this question before I start calling restaurants. Thanks! Happy Holidays!

Jessica

[tarnalberry]

A higher-end restaurant will be better able to accomodate you, and most restaurants will deviate from the menu if you ask (particularly if you inform them that it's for medical reasons). I would advise calling ahead, to make reservations, and talking to the manager at the time about the best way to avoid gluten when you come in.

[mookie03]

A higher-end restaurant will be better able to accomodate you, and most restaurants will deviate from the menu if you ask (particularly if you inform them that it's for medical reasons). I would advise calling ahead, to make reservations, and talking to the manager at the time about the best way to avoid gluten when you come in.

I agree with this, I think that higher-end restaurants generally tend to be very accomodating. I live in NYC and have certainly found this to be true. Also, there are some cuisines that i would think are safer- perhaps a steakhouse or a nice sushi restaurant. And most seafood restaurants will grill fish and prepare dishes w/o sauce upon request. In NY, there are many restaurants that have gluten-free menus too, though im not sure if they would be as nice as what you are looking for for new years. Check out www.glutenfreerestaurants.org

I think you are right to worry about going out on such a high traffic night, but i dont think that is an insurmountable challenge. Try going to the restaurant in advance and talking to the manager or chef in person. Not only will it give u an idea of what to expect, but will also help u relax and enjoy new years b/c u wont be as worried about getting what you want (and need). Good luck!