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Hey everyone!


My wife has celiac disease, which means she cannot eat any food that contains or has been exposed to wheat, rye, barley, oats, millet etc. SO basically, as she likes to say, if it looks tasty she probably can't eat it. I have to second this opinion, her diet is very restrictive. So, as a new resident, I was wondering if anyone knew of any local places that offer gluten free food? We actually are considering opening a restaurant that specializes in this kind of stuff. Just looking for some more information...thanks!

Hello jkmcelwain

I was able to find the following info for you - I hope this helps !!!


http://outback.com/foodandmenus/pdf/glutenfree.pdf We have several Outback restaurants within a relatively short driving distance (Not sure how familiar you are with our area)

http://www.myspace.com/tinassweettreats - A bakery in Middletown that offers GF treats


Aladdin's (local Middle-Eastern food, local chain): Offers many gluten-free and dairy-free choices.

American Harvest (Middleburg Heights): Natural food store that contains a vegan café.

BD's Mongolian Barbeque (national chain): Allows you to assemble your own stir-fry, so you have control over the ingredients and sauces. Note that orders are cooked near each other or on the same grill; however, at your request, they will clean the grill before preparing your order.

Blue Point Grill (Warehouse District, Cleveland): Although higher in price, the chefs are accessible and understanding.

Boston Market (national chain): Offers gluten-free choices. Note, however, that this food is offered buffet-style and may become contaminated by neighboring foods.

Buca Di Beppo (national chain): Offers menu items that are gluten-free or can be prepared that way.

Café Limbo (Larchmere, Cleveland): Vegetarian café with some vegan options.

Carrabba's Italian Grill (national chain): Offers a gluten-free menu.

Don Pablo's (Mexican food, national chain): Offers a gluten-free menu, which can be viewed online at www.donpablos.com.

Fire (Shaker Square, Cleveland): Although higher in price, the chefs are accessible and understanding.

Mustard Seed Café (Solon & Akron): Caters to many diet restrictions, plus includes organic, natural and free-range ingredients.

Mom's Diner (Orange Village): In addition to offering natural meats and dairy, they are very accommodating to specific diet restrictions.

Outback Steakhouse (national chain): Offers a gluten-free menu, which can be viewed online at www.outbacksteakhouse.com.

Parker's (Ohio City, Cleveland): Although higher in price, they focus on simple, fresh, unprocessed ingredients.

P.F. Chang's (Chinese, national chain): Offers a gluten-free menu, which can be viewed online at www.pfchangs.com. Note that they also serve a wheat-free soy sauce.

Phnom Penh (Vietnamese & Cambodian, Cleveland): Some of their dishes do not contain soy or other prepared sauces.

Web of Life (Westlake): Natural food store that contains a vegan café.

Yeah we know about all of this stuff, I guess I should be a little more clear

I meant more like mom and pops places, like red onion for example.

But thank you, I didn't think BD grill could accommodate....have to try it

If you have been to the Red Onion you will know that Mark is a super nice guy! It might well be worth a mention to him to inquire if he would be interested in preparing a dish / dishes to accommodate your Wife's needs.

We haven't been in!!!!! We've driven by like 900 times and always say, that places looks cool we should try it....


Have to check it out ASAP. Thanks!

I have a coworker and a former client that both have celiac's...I know I lot of the time they will call ahead and take in their own pasta, etc. No fun for them/you, but it does make it a little easier.