GF Fast Food & Chains
What\'s safe at the big chains — and where the hidden gluten hides.
Chipotle · ⭐ 4.8
Safe: Rice bowls, corn tortillas — GF menu official. Ask for fresh gloves & clean prep area.
Watch out: Shared fryer for chips; flour tortillas nearby.
Five Guys · ⭐ 4.7
Safe: Burger bowls (no bun) — fries are cooked in 100% peanut oil, GF.
Watch out: No dedicated GF bun; cross-contact possible at toppings bar.
Chick-fil-A · ⭐ 4.5
Safe: Grilled nuggets, grilled filet, kale crunch salad — GF bun available (dedicated).
Watch out: Waffle fries share a fryer with breaded items — NOT safe for celiac.
Domino's · ⭐ 3.9
Safe: GF crust available — but it's prepared on shared surfaces. NOT certified.
Watch out: High cross-contact risk. Only for gluten-sensitive, not celiac.
Olive Garden · ⭐ 4.6
Safe: Official GF menu with dedicated pasta cooking water.
Watch out: Breadsticks everywhere — alert staff clearly.
Cava · ⭐ 4.7
Safe: Build-your-own bowls with pita-free options — staff change gloves on request.
Watch out: Shared serving utensils — go early, ask for fresh.