Blue Bear

7 recent ratings
$$ • Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Bread/Buns, Donuts
Safety Rating
7 ratings

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2920 Taylor Ave
Racine, WI 53405
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Most Recent Reviews


Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Had good experience didn’t get sick the donut bites were really good

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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
Updated 2 months ago read full review

Overall Rating

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Wow! What a great experience. So many options and so well marked on the menu. Service was excellent. I can’t wait to go back.

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

Updated 6 months ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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Love this restaurant! When visiting Racine this is my first choice for gluten free dining. I have eaten here on multiple occasions and have never been glutened.

Safety


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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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

Updated 10 months 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

  • Reported to have a dedicated fryer
  • Bread/Buns
  • Donuts
  • Gluten-Free Menu

Categories

  • Allergy Friendly
  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Dinner
  • Healthy
  • Keto Friendly
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restaurant
  • Seafood
  • Takeout

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Overall Rating

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I have been to this restaurant multiple times throughout the years and the food is always good and gluten free. However, it can’t be denied that for the price, the portion sizes are preposterous and they up-charge for almost every gluten free item in the restaurant. My family and I went for breakfast this morning and in order to get gluten free toast you have to pay a 3 dollar up-charge for one slice of bread. My father is Keto and there is another 3 dollar up-charge to switch the potatoes out for cauliflower… okay whatever. And lastly, my mom got a side salad and it was 6 dollars for one of the smallest side salads I’ve ever seen. Like I said at the beginning, the food is good but the price just isn’t worth it.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
  • Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for keto
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers outdoor seating
  • Reservations recommended
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Excellent drinks, food and service. Multiple GF options are clearly labeled. Appear to take all precautions to be celiac safe. First time I tried it and I had no negative reaction.

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?

— Excellent

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Insanely good and safe food! They fully understand celiac and making food safely. The cornbread and the Mac and cheese were just so incredible. Service and wait times weren’t great, but I didn’t mind as much for safe and delicious food

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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Review


Amazing food!! First time was wonderful would definitely come back!! Wish they had bottomless mimosas because they Blue Bear one is amazing!!!🤤Would recommend to anyone!!!! Best item gluten free banana bread!!!

Safety


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

— Not 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

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Great food, knowledgeable staff, lots of GF options available. They don't use the fryer for any non-GF items. Been a few times and haven't gotten sick. Looking forward to checking out their Friday fish fry.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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?

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for keto
  • Good for lunch
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Staff is knowledgeable! Delicious gluten free food. Everything on the menu is explicitly labeled whether it’s gf or not.

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

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Never had so many options! First Friday fish fry in a long time and so good!! No symptoms after eating a plus!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Best. Gluten free. Ever. Dedicated fryer. Enough said. Anything on the menu can be made gluten free!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Quite a few GF items marked on the menu. Definitely worth a visit.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

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They were not friendly. Not helpful with choices. I think I got gluten even though I ordered and paid for gf bread. Was super disappointed!

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Wow! Enjoyed fried fish and amazing dipping sauces for sweet potato fries! Very knowledgeable staff so felt comfortable and relaxed eating there. Even warned me not to use the paper straw as may include gluten !!!!

Updated 4 years ago read full review

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What a great restaurant!!! I have an autoimmune immune disease that has me Gluten free and dairy free. The menu had each item labeled if it was gf, vegan or Keto (or had an option to be) which made ordering very simple. The owner was our server and she new exactly how everything was prepared. She also has a medical diet of no gluten or dairy and was tired of not having safe options when eating out which is why she opened the restaurant. She discussed the kitchen set up and how they do not cross contaminate. To top it off the food was delicious! Tons of flavor. Loved it.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Have dined three times and they are very clear with communication. Menu has specials with variety. It can get busy, it is relatively small.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Wonderful GF meals. We had the lamb pot pie and eggs Benedict entrees. Highly recommend.

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Extremely accommodating. So many options for GF DF vegan and vegetarian options. The food tastes amazing! Lots of options even for my gluten and dairy loving hubby, and my GF DF 11 year old!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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This place was great! But is very small. Tons of options, very knowledgeable staff. So hard to choose. We ordered a ton of stuff and shared it. Even had some to take home and enjoy later.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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Was amazing food! They have lots of Gluten Free options and when I asked how things were cooked for my daughter who has Celiac they were very knowledgeable.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Lots of choices. The owners are great, one has Celiac so they understand. Great food.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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Most of the menu can be made GF, have a dedicated fryer. I had fried chicken and cheddar waffles with maple jalepeno syrup. It was delicious! Also had GF donut holes that we ordered to go as a treat for later! Definitely recommend!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Wonderful gf menu options. Even gf donut bites and French toast available for breakfast. I can’t remember the last time I had either! Definitely will go again.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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After a long car drive found this on the app. It will NOT disappoint! For the first time I was able to indulge in poutine! As an avid fishing family it was also nice to have someone else fry fish for me without the mess. We are going back for breakfast tomorrow before we head back on the road for some Zac brown band.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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They have one of the only GF fish fries around. Not only GF fried fish, but potato pancakes too!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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I love this place. Most of the menu is gluten free. The staff is extra friendly, and the owner/chef is super sweet. She is gluten intolerant, so she understands the importance of keeping things separate.

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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To quote Buddy the Elf... "I'm in love! I'm in love and I don't care who knows it!!!" Awesome GF selection, cool wait staff, wonderful atmosphere. YOU SHOULD EAT HERE!

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Amazing food, great service, delicious espresso. I still can't believe everything I ate was gluten free! Waitress said the fryers are gluten free too. We got maple bacon glazed donut bites, poutine with house duck fat fries, smoked gouda cream sauce, bordelaise sauce, Swiss cheese and fried onions and the Blue Bear Benedict with breaded deep fried poached eggs, potato pancakes, Berkshire ham, smoked gouda sauce and caramelized onions. TO DIE FOR!

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Amazing! Fried food without the worry is a celiac's dream. It can be very crowded but it's worth the wait. Excellent dishes and very attentive service.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Love having breakfast at Blue Bear. Very helpful when I tell them about my allergy. Plenty of choices, friendly staff.

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Great place many options and very aware of gf needs!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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