Falafel Boy (Oakland)

Mediterranean restaurant
Accommodating gluten-free
Lunch
Dinner
Vegan
Mediterranean
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This Mediterranean spot features a chill sidewalk seating area ideal for a relaxed dining experience. While the ambiance is casual and inviting, those with gluten sensitivities should exercise caution due to limited transparency about gluten content and cross-contamination risks.
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Accommodating

Some risk of cross-contamination

Trained staff
Checked by Atly
Always inquire directly about health and safety.

Good to know

1

Falafel is served on non-gluten-free pita bread, not safe for celiacs.

2

Limited seating available during midday, best for takeout.

3

They get very busy during peak hours, expect longer wait times.

1924 Franklin St, Oakland, CA 94612, USA
2.4km

People are saying

C
Don’t misunderstand, the food is delicious. However, I was recently diagnosed with celiac disease, and it pains me to be limited to much narrower options of where to eat. The falafel on uber eats is very prominently labeled Gluten Free but it comes served on top of non-GF pita bread, which could cause a severe reaction in those who are celiac. I don’t wish ill on this business, their food is delicious, but the uber eats app doesn’t even have the option to ask for them to remove the pita bread from the order. I just wish there was more transparency on the gluten quality of the food
D
Called ahead to ask about the plates and which was gluten free. Should’ve done more due diligence for that part like leaving a note on the order. I don’t think it would’ve mattered much given that the falafel was plated on pita. The falafel is literally labelled gf on the ordering. Why even bother saying it’s gluten free if you’re going to plate it on gluten when it doesn’t typically come with pita anyway? Just disappointed at the lack of thought towards allergens you took time to list on your website.

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