Hard Rock Cafe

The HR cafe is located outside before taking your train to the terminal, don’t make the same mistake I did and go through security to find out you don’t have any options past security! I had to exit the terminal and luckily had time to grab a burger before my flight!

Anyway -The waitress had the manager come over to give information about their options -which is their protocol. He said most of the menu can be tailored to my needs. The oil the fries are cooked in gets mixed with the oil where the fried shrimp are cooked at the end of the night. He says most people who have a gluten intolerance do just fine eating their fries. I ordered a burger with a gluten free bun which came sealed in a bag but warmed up. All toppings on the side so you have to build the burger. I chose mash potato for my side and I’m glad I did because I ended up not eating most of the bun. As we know, gluten free bread has a hard time staying together. Overall, Hard Rock Cafe was a good choice since there aren’t many GF friendly restaurants at TPA.

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

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

Great experience! Our waitress was very knowledgeable about celiac and GF options. Felt very safe.

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

— Very

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

Our waitress really took the time to check what items I could eat & said the chef recommended the burger with a GF bun, and served with broccoli instead of the fries. Great choice!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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 Characteristics

• Good for dinner
• Good for lunch
• Good vegetarian options
• Offers outdoor seating

No gluten free menu, and there’s really few ways to make the breakfast menu work.

When I asked, a host informed me that the breakfast potatoes were not gluten free as they are breaded.

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

Stopped for breakfast while at airport. I’ve had success at other Hard Rocks so thought it was worth a try (my glutinous companion needed a good breakfast before a flight). Figured worst comes to worse I’d get some fruit. The server, Tracy, was awesome! When I said I had an allergy without missing a beat she told me they had a dedicated fryer for the breakfast potatoes and I could have everything on the breakfast menu except the bread! She even asked if it was an intolerance or an allergy! I was very impressed! I don’t like eggs so I got a side of bacon, side of potatoes, and side of fruit. It as pricy that way but I got an excellent portion, tasty, and filling! Fruit was a huge sundae cup of berries. Will definitely make me keep an eye out for Hard Rocks when traveling!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

There was a dedicated gluten free menu. The staff was knowledgeable and helpful. I ordered a gluten free burger and fries. It was pretty good.

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

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Es gibt die Extra-Karte mit allen glutenfreien Burgern etc. Das Personal kennt sich gut aus und weiß über Zöliakie Bescheid.

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

— Very

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

Great experience. Really nice restaurant. GF menu. I’m a sucker for fries so I filled up on those.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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 Characteristics

• Good vegetarian options

Ordered the original burger with the gluten free bun. It was good.

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

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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?

— Average

Beware - Fries no longer gluten free as of May 9th. The delivery they received is now breaded fries. Other wise, food was delicious. Had the grilled chicken sandwich on gf bun. Yukon mashed potatoes were not my fave, but it didn’t ruin my night. Server was very knowledgeable and asked up front about any allergies

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

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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