So I have autoimmune disease called Celiac Disease and that means gluten and me do not get along at all. This place has great gluten free reviews and was super excited coming here. Well now I am about ready to lose my mind. I asked my usual questions concerning gluten free items and preparations for their food/drinks. I ordered a CIDER and got served a BEER without hesitation. This is actually absurd. When somebody asks you about gluten free items and safety precautions and then immediately within 2 minutes get served a gluten containing item, it’s just actually ridiculous. The server was apologetic and kind but not knowing the difference between beer and cider is disheartening.
I love popping in to Centro for lunch. Great, quick service, and reliably awesome food. The flautas and tacos are my favorites - and they even have a gluten free fried chicken taco which is so so good!
A go-to date night spot for me and my husband. Convenient parking, delicious food, and a unique atmosphere…this restaurant checks all the boxes. Additionally, I have celiac disease and therefore must avoid gluten completely. I never seem to have issues here and they always accommodate & modify my favorite taco (the carne) to make it gluten free. It’s a toss up which dip is the best…they are all amazing. I’ve never had a bad taco here, and my husband loves their burrito el guapo. If you love tacos, don’t hesitate to eat here. By far the best tacos in Raleigh.
Brunch is LEGIT, and very reasonable on the price index
, Dinner on the other hand is more fine dining.
However it worth it, especially those with dietary restriction like vegetarian or Gluten free
A party of four went right before Christmas. Nice selection of gluten-free options for those who need to be careful. Marked on menu and server was knowledgeable. Had chips and queso (GF), Brick Oven Salmon (GF) and chicken alfredo. All were delicious. Nice atmosphere.
2839 Jones Franklin Rd, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
Gluten-free options
LunchDinnerMexicanDeliveryTake AwayKid Friendly
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Kelly Christ
Loved the sopa—tasty and fresh ingredients. The salsa and chicken fajitas were good too. They have a separate fryer for the chips for a happy gluten-free gut.
To begin, I am not a huge Mexican food person but anytime I want delicious food with a large variety of low carb options, gluten free options in the friendliest restaurant around I take my family here. The food is cooked to order, fresh and delicious and they have something for everyone. Excellent food, very clean restaurant and superb staff.
I was excited to try this place because they had 2 dedicated vegan options, that also just galen to be gluten free. I could either get the blue corn tortilla tacos or the enchiladas. Both came with nopales (cactus) and black beans. I chose the tacos, simply becauseI'm not typically a big fan of green tomatillo sauce, which was on the enchiladas.
The tacos were very good and extremely filling. I feel they could have used more veggies in them and less beans though, for my personal preference, because the beans are pretty salty.
We also got the guac and chips as an appetizer, and the guac was pretty darn good!
I decided to try their Cadillac Margarita and was happy I did. Very flavorful and strong. Definitely not one of those weak ones with the electric neon green fake mix I've seen at other places.
The atmosphere really has some cool touches and the building itself is a fantastic architectural design.
If you haven't checked this place out yet, I highly suggest it!
This informal restaurant has counter service, with a sauce station, beverage station and both indoor and outdoor tables. The food is terrific! There were many choices, some unique, and included both vegetarian and gluten-free options. Both times I visited, with different people, everyone in my group was happy with their food. The portions are large and prices are reasonable. The sauces are house-made and some of the best around.
I've been here a few times (and done an in-depth review that Google has decided doesn't exist anymore for some reason) and really like it.
They have a lot of gluten free and vegan options, especially as taco fillings. They offer vegan cheese, sour cream, rice and beans also.
The menu is well labeled. I would've taken more pictures of it, but they were on my last review that has now mysteriously disappeared. So I'll have to add more menu pics when I go back again.
Overall, I really like the food and the atmosphere there. Good choices for everyone in your party, no matter the dietary restrictions. So this is a place I'd highly suggest checking out if you're in the area.
***Update 5/22/25***
I took my daughter here for her birthday and we both really enjoyed it. I got the Red Chilaquiles with the vegan chicken, vegan cheese and vegan sour cream. I was told that this time, the only vegan meats that weren't gluten free were the carnitas and the beef. But it can change, depending on the sourcing, so make sure you ask each time if you require gluten free.
My daughter got a chicken quesadilla and a beef taco. She really liked the beef in the taco and the quesadilla overall, except for the chicken. So are says next time she'll just get a beef quesadilla and combine the best of both worlds.
Been my go to place for over a year now. For me, best place for Mexican. A place my mom(who has celiacs disease can eat too, which is rare). Owner is the best, friendly, conversationalist. We talk for ages before I even order. Amazing place, 10/10
If you are celiac, do NOT eat here. Sickest I’ve ever been. I was told that my meal was gluten free, but there is no way. After getting sick, I researched and saw that many other people have gotten sick here too. Food isn’t even that good.
I had the veggie ramen and it was absolutely delicious and I completely recommend. The reason for the low rating is because they charge $2 to swap ramen for rice noodles. Rice noodles are cheaper but there’s still an up charge just because I can’t eat gluten
They have gluten free fryer so nachos are possible for you gf peeps out there. Carne asada is tender and has a nice even slow spicy burn to it which I love.
We have been wanting to check out this place for awhile now. I called before we went to see if they had any gluten free and vegan options and was told the their tacos and salads could be both, along with the guacamole and salsa.
I ordered the Mexican Salad without meat and cheese and added guacamole with the Baja Lime Dressing. It was absolutely delicious! The chips and guac and the house made margarita were pretty spot on also. Good pricing, good service and good atmosphere. Definitely worth a shot if you're in the area.
Their barbacoa tacos are the real deal! If you like authentic Mexican food, this is the place for you. They have varios salsas with varying levels of hotness. There’s also optional cilantro and chopped onions if you want to add to your tacos but no limes. Plenty of gluten free options and Mexican sodas. Fantastic location and atmosphere.
Best gluten free gf shrimp taco in America? Best grilled shrimp taco period?!? It’s great. Go there.
Friend got the burrito, rice and beans. It’s all delicious. So many great options.
Food came out quick and easy. Lots of drink choices. Easy salsa bar with lots of spicy options.
Gluten free gf allergens are listed on the menu.
Had a great time! Fun atmosphere! Our server David was very helpful. He voluntarily got the kids samples of the flavored waters to try - they loved them. The octopus was tender and tasty, AND gluten free.
It was $$+ than we expected, but they made up for it with flavor and atmosphere.
Celiac friendly
