East – Page 5 – Gluten Intolerance Group of Northeast Ohio

A beautiful restaurant located in one of the houses of the commercial stretch of Larchmere. Don’t be intimidated – enter the front door – be enchanted and welcomed to an amazing experience.

216-801-0227

It seems like we have been trying to get to Batuqui forever. After finally making it happen we will most definitely not waste any time getting there for a repeat visit. We made a reservation for our visit and were thrilled to be seated at a table right at the front window overlooking the porch and outdoor dining area. As it was a bit of a chilly evening we loved the view and the comfort of the dining area. This also gave us the benefit of being served by Tiffany who was welcoming, wonderfully attentive, and very knowledgeable! Lovely service was the first success of this amazing meal.

We started with a plate of Pao de Queijo – little round cheesebread bites – bites of deliciousness – accompanied with delightful salads – the Bossa Nova and the Palmita. We rounded this course out with a glass of red wine (guest) and a caipirinha (mine, one of the best I’ve ever tasted).

For our meals we selected the Feijoada and Picanha Acebolada. Both dishes were substantial, both were perfectly prepared, both were delicious. We had each chosen four items for our entree selections so we made the decision to start at the top of the listings figuring we’ll work our way down the menu on subsequent visits. Dilemma solved! But, there is also a daily specials menu so it is probable that the menu and its possible combinations will never be exhausted!

While the dessert list was inviting we were both completely and fully satiated and knew we would not be able to enjoy desserts this visit. Next time we’ll save room.

Pinstripes

Pinecrest, Orange Village

111 Park Avenue
Orange Village, OH 44122
216-415-8010

https://pinstripes.com/cleveland/

Pinstripes is a sprawling entertainment and dining facility in Pinecrest.

From their website:

Pinstripes was built from a passion to gather, to celebrate, and to experience sophisticated fun. Gather around our outdoor fire pit, rival friends in a game of bocce, or lace up the bowling shoes in our grand rendition of the classic American pastime while you enjoy our Italian/American cuisine served from our scratch kitchen.

I enjoyed dinner in the Bistro on a recent spring evening. The hostess produced a gluten friendly menu when asked about gluten free availability. The server assured me that once she notes the “allergy” my food would be prepared separately in the kitchen.

The gluten friendly menu included salads, pastas, pizzas and entrees. The server said that pasta is prepared separately but pizza is made in a shared oven.

I enjoyed a Cobb salad with beautifully arranged ingredients and super fresh taste.

Gluten eating companions enjoyed a vegetable flatbread and salmon sandwich. No sandwiches on the gluten friendly menu, though I wonder if items could just be ordered without the bread.

Happy hour is available in the bar area and pizza is on the menu. Might be worth a try.

Lyndhurst Grill

Lyndhurst

Archived by Diane on 5/8/2020 -> Closed.

http://jalexandersholdings.com/lyndhurstgrill

5845 Landerbrook Dr
Cleveland, Ohio 44124
(440) 449-9131

I enjoyed lunch recently at the Lyndhurst Grill.

They do not have a gluten free menu but the friendly server offered to have a “coach” visit our table to discuss options.

We met the sous chef who let us know they have a scratch kitchen and could safely prepare many of the menu items. No buns or pasta. But the fries are cooked in a dedicated fryer.

I tried the turkey burger (sans bun) and fries. The turkey burger was well seasoned with a mild poultry flavor. The shoestring fries were crisp and piled on the plate.

I visited a second time and tried the cheeseburger (without bun) with broccoli. Equally good.

City Barbeque

Beachwood, Fairlawn

City Barbeque AKA City BBQ
https://www.citybbq.com/

A new location of City BBQ opened recently in the Pavilion Shopping Center on Chagrin Road in Beachwood.

I love the idea of BBQ. Naturally gluten free meats, choice of sides. Just stay away from the bread.

However, City BBQ has the staff who carves the meat also handling the bread for sandwiches. All platters also come with a slice of bread.

After discussion with management, the safest gluten free choice was their seasonal specialty, Brisket Chili. I could have also tried other side dishes.

The Brisket Chili was meaty and tasty. Perfect for mid-winter in Cleveland.

The restaurant has an Allergen List which notes gluten containing items. If you go, take care and watch for a high cross-contamination risk.