When I first arrived I asked about the gluten-free burritos and the first thing he said was that they were not a gluten-free restaurant but that they try their best to limit cross-contamination...so I ordered an El Pastor burrito and my husband ordered a steak burrito. I added some of the sauces from the sauce bar like pico de gallo, a spicy sauce, and the avocado sauce. Both of the burritos were delicious, however, 8 hours later both my husband and I were sick. I had severe cramps and diarrhea and my husband had diarrhea as well. This was not our typical reactions to gluten so I believe it was more likely food poisoning. I talked to Alex today about this and he was very apologetic and helpful. he said he could give us a refund but I mentioned to him that what's more important is to figure out why this happened, to make sure no one else gets sick. He told me that no one else got sick the rest of the day, but I reminded him that most people won't call or make the connection. He said that he would talk to the owner about it and make sure everything was kept at the proper temperature. I didn't see if they were using gloves when they filled and folded the burritos, but from now on, I will request that just in case it was a matter of unwashed employee hands... hopefully not. The place seemed clean otherwise, so it shouldn't be that! The music was too loud for us also... that's why I didn't give a 5 star atmosphere rating.
This is definitely the place to go if you feel like you've "seen it all" when it comes to Californian cuisine. They will show you that you haven't! Our party of 4 all got the tasting menu so we could try as many dishes as possible. Many of the dishes were unusual flavor combinations, such as their well-known porcini donuts, or the octopus tostada with pluot and Jimmy Nardello chimichurri. I also noticed they have a lot of very umami-heavy dishes. They were also very accommodating of our gluten-free friend which was lovely.
I don't think it quite lived up to the hype -- it's not the first place I would think to take someone who came to visit. However, as I said above, if you're looking for a new spin definitely try this place out!
The service was friendly, and the overall vibe was lively but still cozy.
I love otra and it’s a great option for gluten free folks! The waitress was knowledgeable about celiac, cross contamination, and which dishes to avoid. Most of the menu is already gf, but some dishes are thickened with flour (queso, enchiladas) and there is no dedicated fryer (so the chips are not gf). Anything that comes with chips can be subbed for unfried corn tortillas.
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Niket
Gluten-free detroit style pizza was very good and so was the beer / wine selection. The service, however, was not. Hipster dude with an awful attitude took our order. No smile, no hello, no hospitality.
A truly memorable culinary journey at NARA, where the artistry of Chef Danny shines through in every detail. The Hamachi Truffle is the signature dish. Oh my gosh, you have to try this place! They have this incredible fish dish that’s like a cloud of melt-in-your-mouth goodness. It’s infused with this earthy truffle aroma that’s just divine. Apparently, this dish is a result of the Chef’s 30 years of hard work and passion for cooking. They believe in using only the freshest, purest ingredients and then using simple, yet effective techniques to bring out their true flavor. You can really taste the journey and evolution of their skills and vision in every bite. And beyond the signature dish, all their dishes are so precise and fresh. Even their vegetarian and gluten-free options are expertly prepared and just as delicious. The service is attentive but not overbearing, always anticipating your needs. The atmosphere is perfect - both elegant and comfortable. Parking was a breeze, which added to the overall smooth experience. NARA truly embodies the commitment to quality and culinary passion. It’s a place that deserves all the recognition it gets!
6 of us were looking for a place with gluten-free options, and Uva came up on the search. We called and were able to get a table right away.
The food was lovingly prepared, and everyone's meal was delicious. The appetizers, salads, and entrees were outstanding. A very nice wine selection. Even though we were filled from dinner, we had the sour cherry tart and espresso for dessert. I highly recommend!
We loved: Dry fried chicken wings with honey glaze, mala chicken, pea sprouts, green beans, mapo tofu, honey walnut shrimp.
They were great at accommodating for gluten free, no-spicy, and lots of vegetarian dishes.
Didn't love: Fried salt pepper squid (crispy outside but squishy inside)
Refined interior, good wait staff.
Relatively expensive.
It's so difficult finding good coffee that tastes as good with oatmilk, and honestly Reveille is the best!
Their oatmilk latte, oatmilk cappucino and iced oatmilk latte are amazing offerings, and I highly recommend them!
I really wish they offered some kind of gluten free bread or gluten free bakery item, because then they'd be perfect!
Accommodating Gluten-Free
