Thanks, Emily, for the following review:
I have been to Tommy’s in Coventry many times before. They have always been very accommodating regarding gluten free food, though there were still limitations to their menu, and only a few options. However, when I went to eat lunch there last week, I was plesantly surprised. When I asked my server for the gluten free menu, she informed me that they now have gluten free bread and a dedicated fryer. This means that a huge portion of the menu is now safe for gluten free customers! The falafel is gluten free, as are the french fries. Almost all of the sandwiches are now able to be ordered gluten free. My waitress at Tommy’s was extremely knowledgeable and seemed excited to share the gluten free options available to me. I ordered the Ceebee sandwich (falafel, veggies, homos, sunflower seeds, cheese and sesame sauce) and french fries. It was fantastic.When my meal arrived, my french fries had a toothpick in them to distinguish them from my friend’s fries that were likely fried in the normal fryer. The waitress also made a point to tell me that she checked to make sure, and the sesame dressing was gluten free (I hadn’t asked!). I also noticed while I was there that there was gluten free granola available, as well as some gluten free cookies.
Tommy’s is my go to restaurant and have been going there since the 70s and before I had Celiac. The fries are double fried and salt free for those watching their salt also. They have won awards for their fries a few times.
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The shakes are also delicious.
The GF bread is good, but the bun is even better. Pick the one you like best.
Recent visit for dinner. The server was well aware of the gluten free options and suggested their rice bread for sandwiches. The fries were a real treat.
Recently ordered dinner. Curbside pickup was a breeze. Tasty as always.
My husband and I went to Tommy’s last Thursday, Nov. 19th, at about 3 pm. Social distances were indicated on the sidewalk outside the restaurant. Nice young man at the door inquired whether we were picking up food or dining in (we were dining in). Fortunately, it was not crowded nor was there a waiting line. Tables were acceptably distanced from one another and staff were all wearing masks and gloves. The tamale platter I like so much was still on the menu and it appeared to be their full menu, too. (Some places have only a limited menu now.) I ordered a Rice Dream blueberry shake, but I was delivered a Tofutti blueberry shake – which I was assured was gluten-free. Topped off my meal with an order of French fries to go. (My husband really liked his corned beef sandwich, too.) It was so very nice to savor the same foods I so liked in the past and to do so feeling very safe. Thanks very much to this excellent restaurant, which we hope endures indefinitely!
Tommy’s has easy curbside pickup. Online ordering. They bring it right to your car. Enjoyed the tamale platter at home.
Tommy’s has been a family favorite for 30+ years, always our go-to when downtown or when celebrating something special. Since our daughter was diagnosed with celiac, we have often wished we could enjoy Tommy’s and suspected that, of all places, Tommy’s would understand and accommodate safe gluten free, but not wanting to risk it without really knowing. We are so, so happy to read your review and to verify that, indeed, Tommy’s gives us reason to call it our favorite once again!!!!
Being a GF/Vegetarian family, we have eaten at Tommy’s for years. I must say, I have never had issues with even cross contamination. They have a dedicated fryer and the best vegetarian french onion soup ever found, available with gluten free bread also if you choose. Dairy free options are available as well. They brought out the packaged loaf of rice bread to show me because I commented on the tastiness and wished to purchase since it is sold commercially. Great experience
I have eaten gluten-free at Tommy’s for years. My main meal has been the tamale platter (indicated as gluten-free on their general menu for some time now) and a Rice Dream shake (they phoned Pierre’s ice cream co. years ago to see if I could have their regular shakes and Pierre’s would not “guarantee” gluten-free, so I just have the Rice Dream shakes). Rice Dream shakes are more expensive, but the container Tommy’s makes them in is about 2 shake glasses worth. If you can’t finish 2 shakes with your meal, just ask for the second half of the container in a to-go cup – and sip it all the way home!
Ate at Tommy’s last week. They are introducing a gluten free menu with lots of selections. The server really knew her stuff and was reassuring about the kitchen precautions to ensure gluten free safety. See images of the front of the menu and veggie burger on GF bun, fries and grilled cheese on GF bread, at the bottom of the above post.