The Meltdown Grilled Cheese and Tap Room

Restaurant
Accommodating gluten-free
GF Options
Dinner
Kid Friendly
Lunch
More
Set in a charming old home with modern decor, this intimate spot offers a warm, family-like atmosphere ideal for gluten-free diners. Their dedicated gluten-free prep area ensures a safe, inviting experience, complemented by attentive, allergy-conscious service in a cozy, clean setting.
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Accommodating

Some risk of cross-contamination

Trained staff
Based on crowdsourced information
Always inquire directly about health and safety.
83 Washington St, Barre, VT 05641, USA
2.4km

People are saying

H
The Meltdown and their staff consistently hit it out of the park. I have never had a bad meal or service at their establishment. Even the pickiest of eaters in my life dream over the next time they can dine here. What people have to remember is that each menu item is literally an entree made into a sandwich. The explosiveness of flavors, the freshness, and the dynamic ingredient list make every bite a culinary experience. The price of produce has gone up and so have menu items everywhere. As someone who travels for work, I’ve spent more on meals elsewhere and been disgusted and unfulfilled. A result which never happens at The Meltdown. While I dislike being gluten free, it’s an unfortunate reality for me. Options aren’t as widespread as people think and every GF meal I’ve had here makes me question “how can something this good be GF?!” I’m given the comfort of food I miss with every item and a plate so full that leftovers are always taken home. The owners expect a caliber from their staff which is sorely missing in today’s world, bringing the dining-out experience back to life. I had the GF Gobbler special and it’s no easy feat to make a whole separate group of dishes to cater to a small group that requires it. From the first bite, I felt the flavors of home and my childhood across my palate and it carried through to my last bite later in the evening.
N
Food was delicious! Lots of options for gluten free. Our server Will was great. :)
H
So delicious! The servers were really attentive and very helpful, especially with regards to allergies. They use a dedicated prep & grill area for gluten free grilled cheese, so it's safe for folks with celiac. It's also so tasty! Really loved the tomato soup as well. Fries are not gluten free, which staff advised me of.

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