Alara

The experience here was superb just like the other restaurants in the Looking Glass Hospitality portfolio. If you have Celiac or gluten intolerance they are excellent in their protocols and were able to adjust items to celiac specificity. We had the Korean Corn Dogs which were 10/10. The Caesar was heavy on kale which is not our first choice of greens but it was generously dressed and had fresh grated cheese. The scallop and beef parpardele were enjoyed as well as Lobster Mac (fresh!) and wedge potatoes. Dip potatoes in the cheese sauce for a menu hack! The creamsicle cloud dessert was unique as well as light. Drinks wise they have an excellent selection and I enjoyed the Lychee Ginger as a great cocktail with Asian inspired appetizer. This is a must for a date night with someone with allergies or if you like to dine local with local ownership. Parking garage is conveniently attached behind the restaurant and there's an entry from the garage to the restaurant. We were there on a Sunday so the area was quiet.

I am a big fan of this group. They cater to those with celiac disease, like my sister-in-law, and that’s extremely important to me. Their food is also top-notch. Emery is one of my favorite restaurants. But they seem to miss the mark on choosing seating that is size-inclusive and I’m tired of it. Toast & Berry seating is great. Emery seating could use more inclusivity, but it’s still ok. Alara, however, is the worst. The majority of their chairs are extremely uncomfortable for those who are overweight. Even one of the photos on Google shows how uncomfortable it is when a larger gray-haired woman sits stuffed into a dining chair. It’s hard to enjoy the food when you’re in literal pain from being squeezed into a chair, or emotional pain from having to ask for a different chair or different table. So what happens? People just don’t go. DO. BETTER.

Excellent food and service. Some of the best in the city. I've never had a bad dish here. Try the gluten free waygu corn dogs with their wasabi mayo, you won't be sorry! Great for gluten sensitive people as almost everything can be made gluten free. If you are on the fence you have to try it!!