Question 1

Are all of these restaurants 100% gluten-free?

Accepted Answer

The only 100% gluten-free restaurants on this list are Colita and Hola Arepa (as of now). I only put restaurants on this list that I've eaten at multiple times and never been sick. Bûcheron is the only place I've visited once and hope to go back soon.

Question 2

Are these restaurants Celiac-safe, or are they just for those who prefer gluten-free food?

Accepted Answer

I have Celiac disease, an autoimmune condition that requires strict gluten avoidance, and I am extremely symptomatic. Some people with Celiac don't have symptoms. I do, and it's long-lasting with consequences for weeks or more. I put this list together with that in mind. There are other places with gluten-free menus, but these are the places I feel most confident in and where I go because I live here.

Question 3

Do you always talk to the server or the kitchen at a restaurant?

Accepted Answer

I start with the server. If they are reassuring seem like they will advocate for me, I trust them in any of the places mentioned above. If I get a sense that the server is new or unsure, I specifically ask them to check in with the chef and explain my concerns. I ask about shared fryers and toasters, and whether they are boiling gluten-free pasta in separate water. I get specific in my questions if the server doesn't offer the info I need. No shame!

Question 4

Would you recommend these restaurants to someone newly diagnosed with Celiac disease or going gluten-free?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! Because I know these places will take good care of you, they are great places to practice owning what you need. If the server is unsure or confused about what is safe, you are going to want to dig in further to feel safe.

Gluten-free chef

Minneapolis Gluten-Free Restaurants I Trust (Where I Eat Safely with Celiac Disease)

Hi, I'm Heather!