The Kalamazoo area has a lot of local dining options. If you would like to submit a suggestion for an addition to our list or submit additional information regarding these restaurants, please use our contact us page. This information was submitted by individuals at meetings and online. This is not an endorsement of any restaurant on the list, and we highly encourage you to do your due diligence in ensuring practices haven't changed and each restaurant can meet your individual needs. Kalamazoo area restaurants: Anna’s House - GF Menu, knowledgeable Bilbo's Pizza - GF Pizza - questionable cross contamination practices Bimbo’s Pizza - GF pizza - questionable cross contamination practices Brann’s - GF menu but cross contamination is a concern Comensoli’s - $$$ very good, GF pasta, dedicated kitchen space Core Life Eatery - only item with gluten is optional bread (check soy sauce) Crow’s Nest - lots of GF options, no bread Culver’s - has GF bun, no fries East Egg - Be very clear, cross contamination is an issue Erbelli’s - GF pizza & sandwiches (unsure of cross contamination practices) Food Dance - very accommodating to special diets Four Roses - in Plainwell (no info available) Hopcat - GF bun newly available Hunan Garden - gf soy sauce; can accommodate; knowledgeable Latitude 42 - GF labeled on menu, GF bun Martell’s - ask server; can accommodate; be clear with server Nick’s Gyro’s - no bread, salad Oakwood Bistro - Bread/pizza/etc come from shared bakeries Old Dog Tavern - accommodating Old Goat Tavern - ingredients on menu, easy to order, No bun, No fries Rustica - $$$ very accommodating Saffron - can accommodate Shawarma King - call to ask ahead; reported that only one staff is knowledgeable Studio Grill`- no gf menu; can accommodate & is knowledgeable Taco Bob’s - ask lots of questions and be wary of cross contamination (NO nacho cheese sauce, salsas, flour tortillas or housemade chips) Tap House - gf menu; gf beer; very knowledgeable; gf buns The Union - GF is labeled on menu Zazio’s - GF menu Zooroona - accommodating Kalamazoo area chain restaurants: Carabba’s - has gf menu; be clear as staff may need assistance Chipotle - ask for fresh containers of food; house-made chips are no longer gf Craftman Chop Co - gf noted on menu; ask staff lots of questions Five Guys - no gf bun; fryer is dedicated; does well at preventing cc if you ask Moe’s - Need to ask for fresh ingredients/wash hands/new gloves Outback steakhouse - has gf menu; no dedicated fryer; be clear with staff as they may need assistance Red Robin - manager usually comes out; gf menu; gf buns; dedicated fryer; food served on color-coded baskets w/gf toothpicks Where is it? Was the staff educated about celiac/gluten intolerance? Did they have a separate menu for gluten-free, or an allergen specific menu? How was the food? How much did it cost? Were there a lot of options? We are also happy to post information from restaurant owners/managers. Please identify yourself when submitting information. Submit your review on Facebook or through our Contact us page, and we'll post it on the site. Submissions may be edited for clarity and content. Reviews are the opinion of the author and do not reflect the views of Kalamazoo Area Celiac Support. |
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Applebees (Kalamazoo)
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Martell's (Kalamazoo)
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Martell’s, formally known as the Black Swan, is part of the Millennium Restaurant Group and is located just off Parkview in Kalamazoo, MI. We had our quarterly outing here in January and were impressed with the food and service. The wait staff and chef were extremely pleasant and most importantly very knowledgeable in regards to both gluten and dairy allergies. They have a wide variety of items listed on their Gluten-Free menu and were very accommodating with other food allergies as well. The atmosphere of the restaurant is sophisticated but casual attire and families are perfectly acceptable. For more information on pricing, menu items and location please visit their website http://www.millenniumrestaurants.com/blackswan.php. |
Noodles & Co. (Westnedge)
Noodles & Co. is on Westnedge. I think they have another location on West Main. When you order, you can ask for your meal to be flagged with an "allergy alert", which they enter right on the terminal. This triggers the cooks to use safe practices in preparation. Most items can be made with the rice noodles, and they have a guide under the counter that will tell you what items are safe, so just ask! My favorite: pad thai with shrimp. Prices are under 30 for two. |
Fieldstone Grill (Moorsbridge Plaza)
Fieldstone is owned by the same group as Martell's. There is indoor and outdoor seating. They do not offer a separate gluten-free menu, but several items can be prepared gluten free. There is a flourless torte on the dessert menu - chocolate with raspberry sauce, same as at Martell's. Our waitress was knowledgable, and mentioned her friend has celiac, so I wasn't clear if she was good because of the training they offer at the restaurant or because of her personal interactions with her friend. Typical casual dining prices, 30-50 for dinner for two. |
Erbelli's (Kalamazoo and Portage)
Erbelli's offers a gluten free crust that is made of egg and parmesan cheese. If you like these flavors you may like it, personally it didn't really do much for me, but I don't like parmesan. They do seem conscious of cross-contamination concerns, though! |
Outback (Portage)
Outback offers a separate gluten-free menu. The owner, Chris, knows a lot about gluten, but make sure you quiz your server, as some know a lot about it and some don't. They stock Red Bridge beer, which is safe. They experimented for a few months with having a gluten free fryer, but that is on hiatus for now. Cost is typical of casual dining - $30-50 for a couple. |
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