Margaritas Mexican Restaurant

Super awesome and tentative. Said I was celiac and was accommodated, did not get sick! I always sit at the bar so it is always high volume when I’m ordering.

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

— Very

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

They do offer a few gluten free options but overall not as much as other Mexican restaurants. The food was ok.

Very accommodating and lots of gf options. The fajitas are great. Make sure to ask for gf chips though.

Great food, lots of options! They make GF chips separately too.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Service was slow, so it put a damper on rest of meal. Waitress said manager would have to come to explain menu. We waited quite a while, nobody came, so we just ordered. Waitress brought freshly made gfree chips that tasted like cardboard. There was some broken pieces of gluten chips from my husband in the salsa, so she should have brought separate salsa for me. I had 2 shrimp tacos for over $11. Nothing came with it for sides.

Celiac friendly?

No

Knowledgeable manager came to our table to provide advice on GF and other allergens. She made sure the waitress and chef understood the restrictions, changed gloves, etc. Good Mexican good.

I did research the website menu before I went and felt comfortable until I arrived. I asked the hostess seating my party for a gluten free menu and she started to explain the drink specials at the bar. I should’ve left at that point but I crossed my fingers that our server would know more.

When the server came she arrived with chips and salsa. I informed her of my gluten allergy before she put the chips down. I asked for gluten free chips and she said she would go get some. She came back out and said all their chips were gluten free. This made me suspicious because the menu clearly states to ask for gluten free chips. I asked her to please double check. She left and came back and said the manager confirmed they were gluten free along with the salsa.

We proceeded to order and I helped myself to the chips and salsa. Since the chips were gluten free I ordered the nachos.

Our food was being delivered and my plate was not the nachos. I never let my plate touch the table, quickly informing the person bringing the plates that they had an incorrect plate. It was taken away.

The server came over and asked what was wrong, I explained that the plate was not what I had ordered. She didn’t hear me correctly but did not apologize. I told her if that plate was gluten free I would eat it but she said it was no problem they could probably use it for someone else within 30 minutes. YIKES!

My nachos were brought out about 10 minutes later - they were yummy but I was so sick 30 minutes after eating them, I barely made it home.

I know there is always the potential for cross-contamination/cross-contact when eating at any restaurant that is not designated gluten free and I ate at my own risk. However, I can say that what I experienced (sickness) was from more than just some cross-contamination/cross-contact. I will certainly not be back

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

— Not at all

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Offers online ordering

I’ve been here many times, and done takeout, i’ve never had a reaction. They have an online GF menu that has options, the QR code is on the menu or you can find it on google (Fajitas are always safe!). Ask your server for gluten free chips and sep salsa, as they use a sep prep space and fryer for them!

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

— Very

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?

— Good

You can ask for GF chips that are made in a dedicated fryer. The staff alerted the kitchen of my “allergy” and were all very knowledgeable. Delish enchiladas and rice!!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

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

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 for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good vegetarian options

The long anticipated opening was nothing short of a huge disappointment. Shame on them for not adding a dedicated gluten free fryer. If we ever stop again, it will be Augusta where they care enough to cater to food allergies. Any new establishment not considering this is alienating full families. Will not be at this location again, ever.

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

— Not at all

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?

— Poor

Gf menu available online (via QR code on menu). Knowledgeable staff and good safety precautions.

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?

— Good