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ARCHIVED Are Gluten Free Menus Really Safe For Celiacs?
AE Paul replied to mamacat's topic in Gluten-Free Restaurants
You ABSOLUTELY still need to ask questions! Given the fad nature of many new gluten-free diners, restaurants across the country are rushing to create gluten-free menus. The problem is that many of these restaurants think a gluten-free menu makes a meal gluten-free, with no understanding of the perils of cross-contamination for celics. Some restaurants... -
ARCHIVED I'm Just Making Sure We All Like Red Robin
AE Paul replied to mommyto2kids's topic in Gluten-Free Restaurants
The options on the Applebee's gluten-free menu may look better, but they're training, knowledge, and caring about how to properly serve gluten-free (or food allergies) and avoid x-contamination is as bad as it gets. Don't let the gluten-free menu fool you. You have a VERY high likelihood of being glutened! (That's not to say you should stick with Red Robin... -
Yes, they do have a P.F. Chang's in Omaha... and yes, that is generally a highly-recommended chain amongst gluten-free diners.
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While nothing is jumping out as rated by many, my resource suggests you consider the following: Cheeseburger in Paradise Chipotle Mexican Grill Hu Hot Mongolian Grill Godfather's Pizza Bonefish Grill (on the basis of GFRAP certification) Fazoli's
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Eat'N Park Restaurant is right in Indiana and has a gluten-free menu. Same with Hoss's Steak & Sea House. There are also a whole host of fast food restaurants with gluten-free menus in Indiana, PA.
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ARCHIVED Visiting New York City - Some Questions?
AE Paul replied to amber's topic in Gluten-Free Restaurants
With 2 kids, I would suggest just taking a cab. From Midtown to the West Village will probably take 10 minutes or so (depends on day/time) and shouldn't cost more than $10-15 (though if you hit traffic, that meter keeps clicking). If it is your first time to NYC, you might love walking back (especially if you've eaten a big meal!), but you really need to... -
ARCHIVED How To Ask If Food Is Gluten Free In Restaurants
AE Paul replied to cavernio's topic in Gluten-Free Restaurants
Warning about chains with gluten-free menus! Lately, I have read a rash of messages about people getting sick after ordering off gluten-free menus only to find that the staff was not trained about cross-contamination (or the basics of food allergies/intolerances). So many chains are dying to "get in on the trend" that they don't realize this isn't a fad... -
ARCHIVED Applebee's Restaurant - Gluten Free Menu
AE Paul replied to CalicoSue's topic in Gluten-Free Restaurants
psawyer, There's a "statistical significance" factor that you know I can't quote here without backing it up in the form of self-promotion (and frankly, historical posts on your site backs this up as well). That said, I feel strongly compelled to share what is so obvious about Applebee's anyway and I don't think it is wrong to inquire of the first-time... -
ARCHIVED Applebee's Restaurant - Gluten Free Menu
AE Paul replied to CalicoSue's topic in Gluten-Free Restaurants
jr - How does your unit prevent cross-contamination? How do the servers communicate to the kitchen? Where is the separate preparation area? How is the gluten-free meal communicated from the kitchen back to the server? And most importantly, how does corporate train all of the employees in the 2000 nationwide units, 90% of which are franchised? Asking... -
Silk, I think this is the first time I ever heard anyone state that they had a good experience at Applebee's! I'm glad there's one of us! Problem with all these chains is that they think having a gluten-free menu is enough. They don't realize that they have to train thousands of employees about cross contact, etc.
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ARCHIVED Gluten Free In Columbus, Ohio
AE Paul replied to BrennaP's topic in Gluten-Free Restaurants
A few ideas: Cameron's America Bistro in Worthington (received 3 positive ratings from gluten intolerant diners) Martini Modern Italian (also GFRAP certified) Columbus Fish Market (GFRAP certified) P.F. Chang's (generally well-rated around the country, but this unit has received positive ratings as well) Red Robin Gourmet Burgers (also generally well... -
As lynnelise pointed out, you just posted twice on another board saying that you are an employee and that "Taco Bell is a NO NO" since everything is cross-contaminated. Given those comments, why would you be eating the food "a few times" if you are gluten-intolerant? May I be so bold as to ask if you are STILL an employee?
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Darissa - Here's some information I've come up with. Rated well by individuals with gluten intolerance AND gluten-free menu: Roy's Rated well by individuals with gluten intolerance: Sammy's California Woodfired, Cups, Poseidon Restaurants Gluten-free menu and rated well by food-allergic diners (somewhat similar needs): Old Spaghetti Factory, Chili's...
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A few options from the community (though I can't say these are all as strict as you want/need): On the high end, Kevin Rathbun Steak or Rathbun's Restaurant in Atlanta look like nice choices. Wildfire, also in Atlanta, has gotten a great gluten-free review, with a particular mention of sensitivity toward cross-contamination. Blue Moon Pizza in Smyrna...
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While Chili's gets pretty good ratings on allergy and gluten-free accommodations, I would still offer at least a hint of caution using California Pizza Kitchen and Applebee's as examples. CPK just rescinded their gluten-free menu, recognizing that they didn't know how to handle CC. Applebee's has all kinds of allergen and sensitivity menus, but get some...
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DisneyWorld is clearly the gold standard in catering to anyone with special dietary requirements! My only caution is to keep a closer eye on the "coutries" in EPCOT. Don't get me wrong - we've had great experiences there too - but they are outsourced and I found the level of knowledge there to be mixed. For example, in "Mexico," the server couldn't understand...
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Thanks for the clarification. I don't want to leave either! I want to help.
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I'm shocked to hear that. I've always had great experiences at Bertucci's with 3 FA kids and generally hear only positive things. Sorry you had this bad one.
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Do the warnings ever "expire?" I have "2 strikes" (basically due to not reading the rules in advance - my own fault) and I'm concerned about getting banned for something unexpected down the road.
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ARCHIVED Applebee's Restaurant - Gluten Free Menu
AE Paul replied to CalicoSue's topic in Gluten-Free Restaurants
I cannot stress enough my agreement with mamabear. APPLEBEE'S IS NOT SAFE FOR ANYONE WITH A FOOD ALLERGY OR INTOLERANCE!!! Ask others or look at allergy review sites - they are one of the worst rated chains by our peers. It's great that Applebee's has allergen and gluten lists, but they do not train their staff to take allergies or gluten-free seriously... -
Congratulations! Dining out is such a wonderful social opportunity (with family or friends). I know it's scary, but with the right preparation and precautions, you CAN eat out comfortably. Don't give up!!!
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ARCHIVED Restaurants In Kansas City
AE Paul replied to wheatlessAK's topic in Gluten-Free Restaurants
Besides P.F. Chang's and Waldo's (both rated highly), there is an Outback Steakhouse and a place called Yard House that also have gluten-free menus (both have them on their web site too). Cheeseburger in Paradise, Red Robin, and Chipotle also there - all with gluten-free menus. There is also a Minsky's Pizza which I personally don't know anything about... -
ARCHIVED Gluten Free In Clayton, Georgia?
AE Paul replied to Coolclimates's topic in Gluten-Free Restaurants
A lot of fast-food places in Clayton have gluten-free menus. Don't know if that's your cup of tea or not. And yes, the Dairy Queen is an option there too. -
Highly rated: Kozy Kitchen GFRAP certified: Melting Pot
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This is what I found... User review: "Have special gluten-free Sundays 1-2 times a month with all types of Italian food and special gluten-free desserts. Really, really good. Need to call ahead on those days. Get on their email list or call to get dates." In addition, they have gone through the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness GREAT kitchens...
