Breakfast Republic

2 recent ratings
$ • Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Bread/Buns, French Toast
251 N El Camino Real
Encinitas, CA 92024

Most Recent Reviews


Celiac

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Server was unsure what was celiac safe or not. Really nice guy but just reiterated that the kitchen just wasn’t safe for celiacs.

I appreciated the transparency but was bummed not to be able to eat.

FYI — served told me the house hot sauce was NOT gluten free and was unsure about ketchup

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not very

Quality & Quantity


How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Average

Updated 1 month ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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I just ordered eggs and toast, but enjoyed both. The gluten free toast was good. Will go back for GF raisin cinnamon French toast (on menu) next visit. Server was nice and prices agreed with my wallet 😀

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

Updated 3 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

Updated 3 years ago read full review

This establishment is NOT a dedicated gluten-free facility and may not be safe for those with celiac disease. Please contact the establishment directly to inquire about safety precautions.

Gluten-Free Features

  • Bread/Buns
  • French Toast
  • Gluten-Free Menu

Categories

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Kid Friendly
  • Restaurant

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Celiac

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I have celiac & was thrilled to see so many GF options! BUT, the third time I went in for breakfast, having requested no toast on my plate, it arrived with toast touching the omelet. I politely reminded the waitress that I'd requested no toast at all since I prefer not to take the chance as a celiac. She seemed annoyed and took the plate away to the kitchen, returning less than 2 minutes later with the same plate less the toast on it, but with an obvious wipe mark. My friend politely explained that the seriousness of celiac disease and cross contamination issues and requested that the dish be remade. 15 minutes later my plate reappeared, minus the toast. Unfortunately, I have no way of knowing whether they actually remade it or simply placed it under a heat lamp on a clean plate. I was ill for a week after eating that breakfast. I probably wouldn't risk it again.

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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Not the best food I've ever tasted, but safe for Celiacs & has lots of options!! I had the eggs Benedict (on GF toast). The cinnamon raisin French toast sounded good too, I'll try that next. Items clearly marked gf on menu, and waiters are knowledgeable... as soon as I mentioned "allergy" he said "Do you have Celiac? We make sure there's no cross contamination." Overall good experience, I'll be back 😊

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Reviews of this Chain

Gluten Intolerant

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Good food. GF protein pancakes. We didn’t try them, but they look yummy.

Quality & Quantity


How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Celiac

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Phenomenal menu breadth for celiac options. Absolutely delicious and loved that celiacs could have some of the “unique” offerings (not just scrambled egg). Server was really knowledgeable. Wish I could go every week!!

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Symptomatic Celiac

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Ask for their allergen menu, it’s very detailed with every single ingredient and labels! *I did not eat here because I am on a strict AIP diet and unfortunately a lot of items have peppers and eggs, but I would have considering how much info they gave me!

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Overall Rating

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We went here 2x in 3 days while visiting San Diego. We were seated immediately and drinks and food came up quickly. We found close street parking no problem on both days. We were a group of 4 and all of us liked our meal so much the first day that we already picked out what we were going to eat when we came back before we even finished eating. I'm not a huge caffeine drinker so I got half decaf Mexican Mocha (so yum!), but my brother and husband got Cocky 12 (highly concentrated caffeinated coffee over coffee ice cubes) and were enamored. I got the breakfast Sammie on gluten free bread. There are tons of gluten free options and I didn't get sick either time. The jurassic bacon was a little sweeter than I expected, but overall the sandwich was great. The 2nd time I got the gf cinnamon raisin French toast. They offer whip cream and strawberries or bananas foster. I got the Strawberries and it matched wonderfully. The raisins weren't dry and chewy they were a nice sweet juicy surprise with each bite. Staff was super attentive and friendly both times and totally understood gluten free. Highly recommend! Also bathrooms are neat.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Symptomatic Celiac

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I love this place. I always feel safe and they have lots of options.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

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Other Characteristics
  • Good vegetarian options

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