On the Border

4 ratings
$ • Mexican Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Tacos

Warning

This is a chain, which typically means a high risk of cross-contact. It may not be possible to dine safely at this establishment.

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4 ratings

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7695 N. Academy Blvd.
Colorado Springs, CO 80920

Most Recent Reviews


Symptomatic Celiac

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They get 4 stars for being upfront, honest, and as careful as they could. Right away they told me their chips were not 💯 safe. Then she gave me the warning that their menu is “gluten friendly” not gluten-free. Then she gave me some advice on my best choices, and they were cautious after that. I did not get sick, and the food was excellent.

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Updated 1 year ago read full review

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

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They have a Very small gluten sensitive menu, and the cross contamination is terrible. Definitely do not recommend

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 6 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

  • Gluten-Free Menu
  • Tacos

Categories

  • Dinner
  • Lunch
  • Mexican
  • Restaurant
  • Takeout

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idk who took over OTB, but I don't recommend eating there. it is definitely not gluten free. And even for those who can eat gluten, the food is bland. My suggestion, starve. It's much more pleasant than eating here

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Reviews of this Chain

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I did not end up eating here because the person I spoke with when I called said that most of their meat is either cooked or reheated on the same flat top that is used to make their quesadillas and he had at some point seen people cook gluten in their dedicated gf fryers. He said they could definitely accommodate if I let them know it was severe, but it didn’t seem like a place I would trust not to contaminate.

Safety


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

— Not at all

Celiac

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This place is not celiac friendly and has very little to offer that is gluten free

Celiac

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Had fajitas. They were very good and the had a dedicated menu for celiac. Wait staff was knowledgeable. We brought our own chips for the salsa, which is pretty standard everywhere these days as the frier is shared.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Wheat Allergy

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I ate the chips with no reaction and they had many options on the gluten-free menu but I did see that they had a combo on the normal menu. I got the pick 2 flautas with double rice. The chicken tortilla soup is also good without the tortillas.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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?

— Excellent

Celiac

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Had a really great experience here. They had a gluten free menu avaliable and assured me that everything would be prepared safely. Got the shrimp tacos and they were delicious.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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?

— Excellent

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