Hibachi of Downingtown

I have celiac disease which is a gluten allergy that requires zero cross contamination. I was a little apprehensive going into this but both the hostess and the waiter were very understanding and assured me they could help me. I asked the waiter if the chef can make gf first and gluten food after to avoid contamination (which I saw they did this for another gluten free review writer), the waiter said every chef is different but worst case they can make the food safely in the regular kitchen. So when the chef came around, I asked if he could make mine separately, but he flat out said no it will be contaminated. We of course asked him if they can make my food in the kitchen instead (as the waiter said they could) and he said no that’s not possible. Thankfully, we were able to flag down a waiter and have them cook the gf food separately in the kitchen. Also, our chef did not do any of the traditional tricks (choo choo train, egg in the hat, etc) he really just cooked the food and got out of there very quickly. I just assume he didn’t feel like helping me. So obviously the gf safety and the hibachi experience comes down to the mood of the chef. Again, the staff was incredible and because of their help I was able to eat safely.

Typical Hibachi dinner with the fire, volcano and corny jokes that we love. The food was good and more than we could eat. They were able to accommodate a gluten allergy by making their food first.