Phenomenal food and service, can’t say enough nice things about this place! Loved that the chicken pizza had a smoked option!
My dad had a gluten free sub with fries that he said was delicious, we will be back for sure!
The food and whole experience was like a spiritual experience!!
As a person with celiac disease I have one had fried chicken once and it was not anywhere close to being as delicious as the fried chicken sandwich I got here! I also got the fried provolone cheese wheel. YALL!!! 10/10. My gluten eating best friend was as blown away as I was! She said it was the best food PERIOD that she's had in a long time! Would recommend!!
I’ve been ordering from Mandy’s for 7.5 years, since being diagnosed with celiac. Things have been wonky since ownership changed, but on 12/28/24 I called at 5:15pm and was told they were out of gluten free pizza shells for the evening. Sold out at 5pm on a Saturday? So I ordered a gf turkey hoagie, to which I was told that the owner had taken this item off the menu! What?? I was flabbergasted! This is not an unconventional item, it’s a turkey hoagie!
I continued my order of traditional food for the rest of my family, a pizza and two hoagies, and waited 55 minutes for them, even when the the girl answering phones was telling people 35 minutes(I know this because I stood in the restaurant for 20 mins waiting for my 3 items, since I arrived at the 35 minute mark.)
It was very disappointing, and I hope that the restaurant can stay true to the original owners dream of food for those of us will allergies and restrictions.
I cannot recommend this restaurant to anyone with allergies. My best friend has severe gluten and mushroom allergies, so we were excited to try this fully gluten-free spot. We informed the waitress about her allergies, but it became clear they were not taken seriously. After eating tortilla chips, we were later told the fryer was used for mushrooms—a major cross-contamination issue.
The situation escalated as we anxiously waited to see if an epi-pen or ambulance was necessary. The waitress apologized, but the manager hovered awkwardly, making excuses instead of giving us space to handle the situation. Their poor handling of a life-threatening allergy made an already frightening experience worse. If you have food allergies, avoid this place.
Went to Fat Head's for dinner and the GF Codfather didn’t disappoint, even threw in a gluten free Ghostfish Brewing Company beer. I can’t tell you the last time my wife had either of those out! She has celiac and is super sensitive and didn’t have any side effects, even today!!
Not celiac friendly. They have carelessly glutened us after specifically calling in about me and my child having celiac. They offered a gift card in the mail as an apology but I never received one. Stay away from Burgatory.
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David Daiker
Food, service and atmosphere were all great and my celiac daughter was well taken care of. I'm giving 3 stars because we went on mother's day and they were taking reservations. But the online wait-list nor anywhere else online that we saw said so. So we joined the wait-list which said 10-20 min but it was really 45min. They really needed to take the wait-list offline and post they are taken reservations for that day.
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Thanks for the response, good to see you pay attention to customer feedback, I gave you another star for the followup.
We used Giovanni's for catering for a graduation party and the food was a hit at the party. Everyone wanted to know where we got the food because they loved it. The variety of food was excellent. In addition to a great variety of excellent food, there are several gluten free options which helped with dietary restrictions.
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Jill Warren
We had a fabulous night just before the Pittsburgh Marathon. The food was fabulous and the prices were reasonable and the gluten free options were delicious.
I must say ,it is worth the drive ,must go at least once if not more! I hope to travel back in the future at some point. By far my favorite burger joint, u can pick not only from specific items specified on the menu you have the opportunity to customize your own Burger! They do offer vegetables on the menu however it is limited and they do cater to specific allergies.They offer gluten free bun, if u want a bun. Also offer different meat options. Organic beef, to bison, waygu, elk. . Got to check them out! Find out for yourself, the ONLY disappointment was the in house chips lacked flavor, and the slaw was lacking flavor as well. The service was thorough, on point and great at explaining and answering questions.
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Victoria H
As a Celiac there's few places I feel this safe eating at. Gluten-free items are clearly marked on the menu and employees will immediately take note if you state you have an allergy. The chips are in their own fryer, which is wonderful given that many Mexican restaurants have shared fryers that aren't Celiac/ gluten allergy-friendly.
I also love the atmosphere (fun, vibrant art and very friendly waitstaff) and the food is DELICIOUS! Prices are very fair for portion size, especially for nachos and bowls. 10/10 recommend!
We just celebrated my sisters birthday and Jamie, our server, managed our large table with efficiency and top notch service. I have a gluten intolerance and everyone was so conscientious that I felt totally comfortable. I had the Mediterranean chicken with the accompanying GF cookie and ice cream and it was delicious. Thanks, BJ's!
Journee was a very nice waitress and overall I enjoyed my visit. They have free wifi and a plug somewhat close by if you need to charge your laptop (bring a long cord). The bathrooms are super nice and they do a good job of managing food allergies. All that being said, unfortunately every time I visit a burgatory, the food is always just meh. It doesn't really have much flavor and the gluten free bun was stale. If they can fix that I would definitely come here more often
As a recently diagnosed celiac avoiding dairy, I love stopping at Condado any time I’m in town visiting family. Their menu marks very clearly which items contain gluten & dairy, and the staff is very knowledgeable about food allergies (plus they’re always so friendly!!). I’ve eaten here a few times and never gotten sick. Their delicious gluten free margs, chips, and tacos gives me a sense of normalcy & it’s all so good!
Really loved this place!
The staff is very kind, the food is delicious and has great portions.
I'm gluten free and they had a dedicated gluten free menu!
I highly recommend the bean dip and the half jerk chicken!
Kelly was an absolute rockstar. My friend and I are both gluten free and she made sure we had the best experience! We will definitely come back as long as she’s there!!
I don't live near this shop, but my daughter does and really likes their pizza, so I've had them a few times.Its not "Pittsburgh style pizza" like you'll find on Murray Ave; the bottom crust is on the thin side and not quite so much cheese. The taste is good, and I'll bet the toppings are fresher and better quality than most places, but after it goes through a pizza oven I'm not sure that's really noticeable, and you pay for it in more $/slice. I've heard their vegan and gluten-free pies are very good, but I've only had their "regular" - I'm guessing those specialty pies are a big part of their business.
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Dennis O'Donovan
Interesting place that serves meatballs with any meal on the menu. Fantastic options for my friends who are vegetarian, and gluten free! Our server was very pleasant, however she may have been new. Was very slow with getting our drink refills. Also any other restaurant serves a side salad before the main meal. Not here, it came with the meal...
An amazing gluten free selection, even warm gf bread! The mussels were excellent. The crab cake was lovely with the sauce provided, but the sauce was ~ a quarter teaspoon, too little for a big cake! Otherwise, the views are spectacular.
I've had their breakfast and gluten free pizza. Breakfast was omelet and spouse had waffles which we been enjoyed. I'm gluten free so I had the gluten free (celiacs) margherita pizza which was pretty good (wasn't bad, similar crust to other gluten free pizza, solid toppings). I'm not super sensitive with gluten free but didn't feel bad after eating there.
So happy to find a high end restaurant with delicious Gluten-Free options, even a GF roll. The service was excellent and the view beautiful. Reasonable Valet Parking as well.
Reservations highly recommended
so grateful to have this place in the neighborhood! great gluten free options at very reasonable prices. staff is always nice. one of the only places it feels like you really get your moneys worth ordering takeout anymore.
This is the first restaurant I've been to with a concept in pittsburgh, like an actually thought out comfortable restaurant concept, easily the best gluten free bun in pittsburgh (Ive had about 13 burgers here and this is easliy the best I assure you) my burger was made exactly how I wanted, and it was delicious my server mallory was amazing, I got evertything exactly as I wanted it as did my girlfriend. I actually looked at my woman and said, "I want to come here for my birthday," and the only other place I've said that about is the fine french establishment in the city, Paris 66... Come here and bring your family it will be good food and a good time.
My boyfriend is gluten free and we heard they had amazing focaccia. The staff were so accommodating since they had just ran out (which they said it was the very first time it had happened), and decided to send us out a special appetizer that was phenomenal. We were so happy with the food and the price definitely fit the food- well crafted and delicious. Loved our waitress and the chef even came out to apologize for the gf bread. Would come back !
We sat by the bar this time, didn't effect the service at all. Refills on drinks and fries were quick and the burgers were amazing, as always.
Best burger chain in America, in my humble opinion.
Oh, and they have gluten-free burger rolls if you need them!
This Texan transplant never expected to see so many Hispanic staff. We did carry out as we were going through the city but we're pleasantly surprised by the sheet number of Hispanic locals also coming here. After 12 years in Texas and countless vacations in Mexico, this place is pretty legit. The spicy salsa has some pretty good heat so be prepared. Regular mild salsa was mild.
For those with food allergies, they accommodated my daughter who is milk/dairy, egg, gluten, nuts/tree nut allergic. Not many can do that on the fly when they don't claim to be, but they did a slamming job (she's didn't get itchy at all).
A welcome surprise on this 10 hour road trip! Would definitely recommend this place.
I ordered the $18 gluten free philly sandwich with half the cheese normally put on the sandwich. It was delivered with no cheese, no mayo, very little meat and mostly lettuce with a small amount of pepper and onion. It was the worst sandwich I ever bought! All you could taste was lettuce and bread. Very disappointed. Was a rip off!
We had Mike and he was fabulous! He was very familiar with gluten-free options, gave us opinions on “fan favorites”. He was soooooo good…fast, attentive and gave great recommendations!!
First time at Apteka, visited during Crapteka event. I knew ahead of time they have a huge following and get very busy. I arrived at 4:10 (opens at 5) and there was already a line started outside the door. Was impressed at the large number of people willing to stand out in the cold to eat here. Once inside, I loved the model of ordering as soon as you enter and they bring the food out pretty quickly. We had swamp burger, uncle burger, fries w: all the sauces, a chocolate sunflower milkshake and a pistachio sunflower milkshake. All the food was soooo good!! As a regular meat, gluten, and dairy eater it blew my mind how good the food was! Can’t wait to go back and try the regular menu.
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Mad Mex is an absolute gem in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania! Every visit is a delightful experience filled with vibrant flavors and a welcoming atmosphere. The menu offers a fantastic variety of Mexican-inspired dishes, with everything from hearty burritos to fresh and flavorful tacos.
What truly sets Mad Mex apart is the quality of their ingredients and the creativity of their dishes. The Big Azz Margarita is a must-try, and their guacamole is always fresh and delicious. Whether you're a fan of spicy food or prefer something milder, there’s something for everyone.
The service is consistently friendly and efficient, making you feel right at home. The lively and eclectic decor adds to the fun, casual dining experience. Mad Mex also caters well to dietary preferences, with plenty of vegetarian and gluten-free options.
Overall, Mad Mex is a go-to spot for anyone looking to enjoy a great meal in a lively, fun environment. Highly recommended.
We had a great evening here! The food was very delicious. Reasonable portions. Our server was wonderful. They were very willing to ensure that my food was gluten-free. The alcoholic pink lemonade (I forget the actual name of the drink) was SO good. It was a little loud, but that didn't affect our enjoyment.
I have loved this spot for years. They always have a vegan and gluten free option which I appreciate. The decor is funky- modern Victorian. And I LOVE that they are open late. I’ve popped in here many nights in between night class and overnight work shifts to enjoy a drink and just relax.
We only had takeout pizza, which was gluten free Detroit style and tasty. The food was ready on time, and the place seemed lively with trivia, and karaoke after.
Amazing! We loved it so much. Great quality. Very friendly and helpful staff. My sister has celiac and has to be gluten free and they were extremely accommodating and helpful about it. It is very rare unfortunately that she gets that from other restaurants. The food was to die for! I would definitely drive the hour away to go again soon. They also package and bag your leftovers for you! That is awesome! Pricing was very manageable for the quality and quantity.
I'm not done eating yet and all I can say is this is delicious! We don't eat German food very often but another reviewer mentioned they offer gluten free choices so we took a chance. I'm having the GF wurst sampler with mashed potatoes and sauerkraut with an additional side of red cabbage. I paired it with gluten-free New Grist pilsner-style beer. The restaurant is full of long tables, wonderful serving staff (thank you, Maria!), and a nice selection of beers with Bavarian music playing in the background. I'm very happy with everything! Thank you, Maria!
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