this is always fun! the drill typically goes like this: first, even if you have been there before, call ahead to the restaurant. when the manager on duty isn't in yet ask for the chef. after holding for 10 minutes on the phone- make sure you are speaking with the actual person who will be preparing the meal later in the evening. since this guy is new, you will have to go through the whole story from scratch. "no, he is not intolerant to wheat or a celiac, rather he is severely allergic, anaphylactic to be exact. there can't be any 'uh oh's'. are you able to hand cut the fries using a fresh potato, and fry in clean oil which has never been used before? also, please be sure the potatos are cut in a clean place, away from bread and flour. for the burger, is there bread on the grill where the burger will be cooked? if yes, can you please wash a pan and fry the burger in the clean pan- with a clean spatula. does your beef contain any fillers or is it 100% beef? one last thing, may we have a fresh bottle of ketchup which hasn't been opened?"
then we cross our fingers and hope the chef understood the seriousness of our situation.
we live in chicago. a city of more then 9.5 million people. i'm not sure how many celiacs or gluten allergy people live here but obviously not enough to make a difference where the restaurants are concerned.
as a family we are regulars at a few amazing places who know our son and they go out of their way to accommodate us. please remember to call ahead and speak directly with the chef or at least the manager who will be on duty at the time you are planning to eat.
Piccolo Sogno- 312.421.0177 they will make gluten free pasta with any of their sauces! the grilled vegetables, meats and fish are all gluten free. This place has the best outdoor garden in the city of Chicago. In the winter the place is cozy and the food is always consistent and divine! Make contact with Ciro or Toni when asking for a gluten free meal. www.piccolosognorestaurant.com
Hugos Frog Bar- 312.640.0999 they make hamburgers, steak, bbq chicken, their awesome crispy fries are fried in a dedicated fryer! www.hugosfrogbar.com
Oak Tree-312.751.1988 harvest vegetable soup, hamburgers, their skinny crunchy fries
are fried in a dedicated fryer.
Coco Pazzo-312.836.0900 they will make anything if you call ahead- great grilled vegetables, steak and fries.
steves deli-312.467.6868 they will wash down the cutting station and cut any deli meat or cheese. matthew loves their turkey pastrami! www.stevesdeli.com
dalucianos-708.453.1000 this place is the mecca of gluten free in the chicago lane area. the chef has several children who are celiacs. because of this he created an extensive gluten free menu. the place is divine! my son ordered for the first time off a regular menu when he was 10 years old! they have gluten free pizza, garlic bread, pasta, soup and even desserts! www.dalucianos.com
five guys-773.327.5953 hamburgers and fries only! the only things on the grill here are hamburgers! the fries are hand cut and fried in a dedicated fryer! mmmmmmm www.fiveguys.com
note: peanut allergies beware...the place has whole peanuts all over the place...they kind of decorate the floor.
24 April 2009
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Wow! I've heard of some of these, but not many. Thanks for some new restaurants to add to my gf list!
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