Soooooo many amazing options to choose from! Our surprise faves were the soft pretzels bites and the sourdough bread. Donuts were also yummy! They also had many dairy free and vegan options and were very allergy aware.
Go to spot, delicious food with interesting flavors combinations that have me coming back! Safe for gluten free and took other allergies very seriously!
Top notch food. Quick and friendly service, Corey was attentive and helpful with modifications. Especially great spot for those with restrictions, options for vegan AND gluten free needs. New favorite: hibiscus green iced tea 🍵🧊
Counter waitstaff was nice but food is awful. Dried out portages with no salt, soggy tofu with no salt and no seasoning except for turmeric, sliced tofu had zero and I mean ZERO flavor, the biscuits and gravy were horrendous: dry and flavorless, and zero gluten free bread options.
Not sure how they stay in business with the food we had. Literally had to throw it away.
If you’re EVER near Denver, this is a must stop. I live in Colorado Springs and have already warned my partner that their gluten free Nutella pizza will be a pregnancy craving in the future we’re def driving for. 😂 They use gluten removed wheat starch from Italy (celiac safe but not safe for a wheat allergy) and separate prep areas and ovens for gluten free orders. Their fried eggplant is also one of the best meals I’ve ever had from a restaurant. They do have vegan cheese options too.
It’s order at the front, then they bring items to the table for you. If you like Kombucha, they have a rotating homemade Kombucha flavor which they make very well. I always leave here with my tummy feeling great. I do think the portions are on the small side, so come here if you want to feel light after eating. So many delicious gluten free options, and the staff are attentive to your dietary needs which I really appreciate
100% gluten free and extremely allergy friendly. Their chicken and dumplings was super flavorful and their French toast was the best gluten free French toast I’ve ever had — crispy on the edges and soft in the middle. Super convenient to order since you use a digital stand to do so and can see all allergens when picking your meal.
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Jacob T
First time coming to ‘El five’, my partner and I were first sat in a very awkward table on the edge of the restaurant- thankfully they were accommodating to moving us out to the patio. We were initially asked if we had any allergies (my partner has a gluten allergy and another allergy as well- any consumption of either causes severe debilitating migraines, blacking out, and loss of appetite for at least a week) we were made aware of which options were gluten free- the server was more than knowledgeable about the ingredients and advised us of the fact that they use the same fryer for both gluten and gluten free options. If you have celiac, I would avoid getting food here.
We initially were looking to get the eggplant fries which say they’re “gluten free” but yet are not guaranteed. Our server gave us a recommendation based on allergy preference. When the food came out we weren’t sure what we had ordered since we had to switch our initial pick so we were not dealing with any cross contamination. They ended up bringing out the wrong dish to the wrong table and unfortunately my partner consumed a good majority before we were made aware the mistake happened.
If you are gluten free or have any sort of allergy definitely be weary of ordering and double check before consuming. They ended up not charging us for our meals thankfully- unfortunately that doesn’t change the mistake made but the gesture was appreciated.
On the bright side, the drinks were good and the people working at there were very nice- just be cautious and ask twice.
** Update- definitely a major concern for anyone with celiac, not worth it for the price or the possibility of being served food containing an allergen without them triple checking that they’re doing everything right. Our bill totaled $160 for two people. The only reason we went here was for the abundance of gluten free menu items advertised, which they clearly cannot truly provide. You would think they could afford to have a separate fryer to actually accommodate the allergies that are LABELED MENU ITEMS LISTED AS GF.
I hope someone within management/ownership realizes the detrimental effect that this caused and will make changes to the way they prepare/serve food. I have been to restaurants with no gluten free options that were able to accommodate us no problems and no worries after the fact.
Don’t waste your time or money.
The food took a long time to arrive, and when it did, my brisket sammy and tater tots were cold. The gluten free bread here is not that good- it’s dry. The candied pork belly wedge and the hotbox mac and cheese were both very good. The restaurant was really cold, and the music is super loud. While the food was decent, all the other factors make it a 3 star.
We had breakfast there twice while staying at the hotel. The service is excellent and the Eggs Benedict was amazing. The use polenta instead of bread and proscuitto instead of the more traditional Canadian bacon. I would like to go back and try dinner here as the ambiance is really cool. Big windows facing the street. I am Celiac and they have lots of Gluten Free options in addition to a dedicated GF prep space. They take it very seriously and I was safe here. The bar area is really cool on the corner of the building.
This place is great if you have a dairy allergy as most things are vegan by default. If you have a gluten allergy you have to be careful as they do not have have a dedicated gluten free fryer. The killer for me is that I have issues with gluten dairy and soy. They had very few dishes available that could accommodate my soy allergy. Caprese pizza with cashew ricotta. It was ok. I was devestated I couldn't have the chicken and waffles.
Great cocktails.
Delicious! Highly recommend this restaurant.
Our server (Jonny?) was highly attentive and helpful.
We ordered the steak, lamb, trout, massive attack salad and sliced plantains. The meats were delicious, the salad was fresh and well dressed, and the plantains were perfectly done (I haven’t had plantains like these since traveling to Costa Rica)
They have options for vegetarian, gluten free and accommodated nut allergies easily.
We sat at the c kitchen counter and the cleanliness and food safety of the kitchen staff was impeccable. Recommend reservations as it was very busy on a Friday night.
I would definitely return.
I can’t over emphasize how amazing our time was here. We let them know in advance it was our wedding anniversary and there wasn’t a single staff member we interacted with that didn’t make a point to tell us “Happy Anniversary.” - it was so lovely! They even gave us a special Anniversary menu!
Every single sip and bite was exquisite. We’ve been to Italy and we’ve eaten true Italian food- this is the real deal. But what really seals this as a “must go” is the service. Brittany, our server, was so amazing. She made us feel welcome and appreciated. She was extremely knowledgeable and truly elevated our experience. Brett and Connor were both extremely helpful as well. Connor was our sommelier recommending the perfect bottle of wine in our price point. I nearly forgot to mention that I’m gluten feee and Brittany made sure that everything I ate was safe. She knew the menu top to bottom.
Overall, 11/10 ❤️ Brittany tipped the scale!
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Jes Duffy
This is the best Gluten Free & Celiac Safe bakery EVER! They are 100% gluten free, I was shocked when I went to order and everything I saw was gluten free, because it looks that good! Not only is the presentation of the food absolutely amazing, but I can’t even begin to talk about the taste! Everything I have tried has been incredible there. They have, donuts, bagels (& bagel sandwiches!!), cannolis, beignets, baguettes, cinnamon rolls, crepes, & more!!! I’m always blown away with the taste. If you go, I recommend trying the “Whole Lotta Farm” breakfast sandwich, the cinnamon rolls (which you can take home frozen!!), and the cannoli. Everything is made fresh DAILY, which is amazing! But be warned that if you see something you want on the menu, the earlier in the day you go, the better. Because everything is made fresh you have to get there before it sells out! Or you have to wait til the next day. So so happy I found this place!!
Spectacular food! The staff were super friendly and attentive and were able to accommodate for a severe gluten allergy. We had the Vodka Penne (with gluten free pasta), and the sausage french bread pizza. Both were really tasty, lots of flavor. We also ordered one of their gluten free cannolis and a piece of strawberry cheesecake to-go and were very pleased with both. I am not gluten free but my wife is, and her pasta and cannoli didn't taste any different from traditional recipes! I would actually order it myself. The restaurant had a cool atmosphere. It's a pretty small place (only 10 or so tables) with family photos on the walls.
Great spot for happy hour! And lots of options too. If you’re gluten free - ask for their separate gluten free menu (love to see it!)
We did the Sunday all day happy hour and were so excited to try a few new things. It’s still pricey but worth it ☺️
LOVE this place! Excellent food + service, friendly staff, and the owners are wonderful people. I love the atmosphere in this Avanti location, and I can't wait to go back for more. (Also this is a great place if you have a gluten allergy, and they have vegan/vegetarian options!)
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Abby M
My husband and I both agreed this is one of our favorite restaurants we’ve ever been to. The food, atmosphere, and service were all fantastic. They were great about accommodating gluten and dairy allergies and could modify a lot of the dishes.
We started with the Moroccan carrots, falafel, and mushroom hummus - all AMAZING and so fresh. My husband got the duck, which he loved, but the showstopper was the braised lamb shank, which was tender, flavorful, and unique. All really generous portions. Can’t wait to come back!
The staff was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. I went two days in a row because it was so good and celiac safe. Everything tasted fresh. Can’t beat fresh squeezed juices for cocktails. We need one in Minneapolis, MN.
What a fantastic (fintastic?!) spot. Service was splendid, thank you Manda and your trainee! The gluten free menu was plentiful and the food all came out with a little sign to ensure clarity. The quality of the food was superb! We sat on the patio and really enjoyed the experience!
Let me share the good stuff first. The staff is very hard working. The hostess greeted us immediately and was friendly. The food looked good and tasted ok to great. There was a bathroom. We were excited to go bc the one in our area shut down. They have a nice drink selection. The non-alcoholic beverages were great. The service was strong. Now on to the story.
We were told the wait would be 10-15 minutes, and we could wait at the bar or upstairs. We sat at the bar, but the overworked bar tender told us we could not for drinks as not everyone was 21. OK. Outside it is. After about 30-40 minute wait our table was ready.
Why was there a wait? Well, the hostess was our server and the one cleaning the tables. They were understaffed. No worries, it happens. There was only one bartender, so drinks would be slow. The food would be a bit to get there, which makes sense given staffing.
The food looked good. The meatball sub was bland and a little overcooked. Tots were mushy. Neither teenager liked their pizza. The gluten-free pizza looked good and tasted good. However, shortly after, 3 out of 4 were not feeling well. I am not sure if it was the pear cider or the GF pizza, but I had a bad reaction after it. This would be a gluten reaction that is painful and takes a long while to recover. This was around a 2 hour affair, not including wait time. One more thing, just like a lot of places, the prices are much much higher than before. But not abnormal for the area.
I really hope the place turns around and everyone has a better food experience than us. I am sorry to leave a poor review. I normally do not leave reviews like this.
Urban Egg food is amazing, especially if you are celiac/gluten free! There are many options and they follow cross contact safety protocols. Have eaten here multiple times and never been sick afterwards.
Great options for those with food allergy issues. I ate here on several occasions and the staff excellently made accommodations for my Celiac (gluten and dairy free) needs. 5280 has a dedicated gluten free fryer, which is a game changer for those with Celiac. The french fries are amazing here and I ordered them nearly every time I visited. I called my picky eater friend who was meeting me in Denver and told him I found a place for the both of us, which is difficult to do. I plan to eat at 5280 every time I find myself in Denver.
Great staff, food is very fresh, lots of choice for vegans and gluten free, love the concept of keeping it local, sustainable, and great drink options. Can’t say enough good things about this place!
The burgers where fire ate there 3 days in a row had a gluten-free burger and didn't get sick all 3 times! The bun kinda falls apart but really good anyway. Fries were okay. Super nice and friendly
There’s a reason they don’t put the gluten free doughnuts out on display - they are sad, tiny, and mushy. And they taste the way they look. The fact that they charge $4.25 for a single one is absurd. Save yourself the time and money and skip this place.
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