Find Gluten Free Restaurant Menus

The number of national and regional chain restaurants around the world that are offering gluten free menus is continuing to expand.  For a list of gluten friendly establishments and their websites, click the respective restaurant category below:

• Casual Dining
• Fast Food Chains
• Pizzerias
• Bakeries & Cafes
  

Key Factors Driving Growth of Gluten Free Menus

Based upon the cutting edge Global Market Research conducted by GlutenFree Passport, we believe the dramatic growth in gluten free menus is due to five key factors:

1. 62% of the eating establishments surveyed consider gluten and allergen-free customers to be a new and profitable market.
2. Majority of food service providers are experiencing a growing demand for special dietary meals from guests.
3. 92% of gluten, wheat and allergen-free guests will return frequently to the same eating establishment after a positive eating out experience.
4. There are significant business opportunities for increased revenues from repeat and loyal customers when food service professionals ‘get it’ and customers feel safe.
5. Increased awareness of celiac / coeliac disease, gluten sensitivities, food allergies and intolerances are driving more restaurants to request that guests notify them of any food concerns.

Points to Remember with Gluten Free Menus

At the same time, individuals need to remember that even if the restaurant chain offers a gluten-free menu, they must still ask the right questions and review their meal to ensure safe gluten and wheat free eating experiences.

Having to following a special diet increases the level of complexity involved in ordering meals outside the home.  We need to arm ourselves with the knowledge needed to safely eat gluten and allergen-free in any restaurant.

Knowing what ingredients and food preparation techniques are safe, what questions to ask the staff on a menu item by menu item basis and what modifications can be made to easily accommodate specific dietary requirements empowers all of us to have to safe and enjoyable eating experiences.

It’s all about education, preparation and communication.  The more you know, the easier it is to dine out safely and put the control back in your hands as a customer even if the restaurant offers a gluten free menu!

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