Where The Pancakes Are

15 recent ratings
$ • Restaurant
Reported NOT to have a gluten-free menu, but gluten-free options are available
Reported GF menu options: Pancakes
Safety Rating
14 ratings

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Arch 35a
85a Southwark Bridge Rd, London SE1 0NQ, UK

Most Recent Reviews


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Review


I was glutened - staff did not know enough about coeliac or preventing cross contamination, even though I tried to explain my requirements to them at the start of my meal. Getting an even vaguely gluten free meal was hard work.

I nearly ordered the Australian style pancakes, marked as “gluten friendly” (whatever that means), when I realised it used oat creme fraiche. After asking the waiter to check with the chef, they confirmed this was not GF. Not sure why they even bother marking it as GF on the menu.

I then ordered the ‘boulder breakfast’, but asked for the corn fritters and halloumi to be included on the side too. My meal arrived, and a different waiter came over to ask me more about why I couldn’t eat gluten. After I explained again that I’m coeliac, he told me the corn fritters and the halloumi are not GF, and then replaced these with bacon and poached eggs.

I then finally ate my meal and felt sick shortly after. Clearly there were traces of gluten in the ‘boulder breakfast’ that hadn’t been accounted for.

Clearly not the place to go if you want safely prepared pancakes. I will not be returning.

Safety


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

— Not at all

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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast
  • Good for brunch
  • Good for lunch
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 1 week ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


delicious pancakes! wait staff handles allergies well

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?

— Not Much/None

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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
Updated 1 month ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Soggy pancakes but overall not too bad

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

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?

— Below Average

Updated 3 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

  • Pancakes

Categories

  • Allergy Friendly
  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Dog Friendly
  • Healthy
  • Lunch
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restaurant
  • Vegan Friendly

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Hummingbird pancakes
Strawberries and cream pancakes
Gluten Free English breakfast
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More Reviews


Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Great experience here. Open kitchen so they can’t 100% guarantee anything however the waiter reassured me that the precautions are taken.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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 3 months ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


They were awesome about my allergies and the food was amazing! Make sure to get a reservation!

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 5 months ago read full review

Celiac

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I’ve only recently been diagnosed with celiac and have been pretty scared of eating out since finding out. You can get every dish with their wheat/dairy free batter which was delicious, and the majority of their toppings are also GF. A good first experience!

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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
  • Dog friendly
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for lunch
  • Good vegan options
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers outdoor seating
  • Reservations recommended
Updated 6 months ago read full review

Wheat Allergy

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Review


lovely little place serving pancakes! They have a batter that is dairy and gluten free, which can be used on almost all pancakes! Happy that the staff knowledgeable about gluten and an overall tasty meal

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 6 months ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


There is 3 in 1 batter which are gluten free, dairy free and vegan. Many sweet and savoury options to order. All of the menu is adaptable to suit. Not suitable for coeliacs but suitable for DF & GF people like me. Very tasty pancakes.

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

Updated 8 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Review


We were so excited to find a gluten free breakfast spot in our vacation neighborhood. If you are looking for a delicious brunch any time of day in a laid back atmosphere, this is the spot! Staff was knowledgeable, let us know that the restaurant was not safe for very sensitive or celiac people. We really enjoyed all the meals we ordered, and my son even licked his plate clean. There are lots of sweet and savory choices and nearly everything can be made gf. If you are near the Shard or just hungry for pancakes, stop in!

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 10 months ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Wife got glutened. I think they used the wrong batter for her pancakes, which is a pretty big mistake. Can’t recommend it unless you’re willing to take a chance they won’t make the same error. Their food tastes great though.

Safety


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

— Not at all

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

Updated 10 months ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


This place had a delicious gluten free pancake. I had one with strawberries and some kind of lemon zest with cream.

My reaction is very quick and pretty bad to gluten, even cross contamination. They brought out my food first, told me my food would be cooked separate, and I had no issues.

Great experience and I would definitely go back.

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?

— Excellent

Updated 11 months ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Pancakes were very good. When someone brought my food they asked if I had a gluten allergy. When I said yes they took the side of eggs back and had them recook them on the “safe” side. Not sure why my server didn’t mark the eggs GF? A short walk to Borough Market which is a must-see with many GF 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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Not a gf restaurant, no cross contamination safety precautions. Staff weren't knowledgeable

Safety


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

— Not at all

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


The food was delicious, and all of their menu items can be made wheat-fee; however beware that they label their items as wheat-free not necessarily gluten-feee. They have a disclaimer at the bottom of their menu stating they cannot control for cross-contamination, but they do ask if you have a gluten-intolerance if you order the wheat-free items.

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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


The staff member was a celiac and the pancakes were unbelievable tasty. Highly recommend!

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

Celiac

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Review


I have been here several times now, only once has a member of staff NOT been clued up about Coeliac, but then I asked for another server and one of the girls who works there is also Coeliac! Assured me the food is fine for her and she eats there all the time.

On the food front: the batter is great, you wouldn't know it's GF. I think there are 2/3 options from the whole menu that aren't suitable for Coeliacs but they will be able to tell you if you visit as their menus are seasonal. Amazing food, great service and great location.

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

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


So delicious, had breakfast there one morningHave a GF batter, but they say it’s not celiac friendly

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 4 years ago read full review

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