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Dang Good Foods

Lakewood

https://www.danggoodfoods.com/

Dang Good Foods

13735 Madison Ave

LAKEWOOD, OH 44107

+1 216-785-9321

Shared by Carolyn!

Oh! What a treat for us!Despite the fact that our choices were limited due to all my allergies (seafood -all, celiac plus dairy, it just isn’t worth the bother sometimes to venture out for food cooked by a restaurant.) 
But I was so intrigued by – “Singapore street food” and – a local Lakewood business run by – a husband and wife- with lots of “let us know your allergies” notices, and places to list them- black rice pudding- after we placed our carry out order online, a phone call from the wife, asking if they could sub the pork w chicken bc of a gluten uncertainty with a pork ingredient! (we longtime celiacs know that’s a good sign, paying attention)

We got our food. I will order one heat level up next time but it was a great start. It was exciting to try different food. 

Dang Good Foods is also on FB. They frequently post a closed sign when they “sell out” of food for the day. Also a good sign. 

Mahle’s Restaurant

Westlake

http://www.mahlesrestaurant.com My husband and I have been taking friends and family to this fine restaurant for over 20 years and have never had a bad meal. After the recent pandemic lock-down was lifted, we phoned and made a family reservation for 5 people. They have never had a gluten-free menu; however, for the past 16 years since my celiac disease diagnosis, I have eaten there many times with no problems. Wait staff for this recent visit wore masks and were as helpful as ever – it was a wonderful experience, especially in these difficult times, and we highly recommend this fine establishment. P.S. My favorite meal is prime rib with grilled scampi and baked potato – but I have also had their surf and turf, petite filet steak and lobster.

Nothing Bundt Cakes

Many locations

First the bad news: Nothing Bundt Cakes makes beautiful (mostly) gluten filled cakes.

The (maybe) good news is that “gluten-free flavor is available at select bakeries”.

This bakery makes only bundt cakes in a variety of sizes. There were a number of flavors on display, one of which was gluten free chocolate chip.

The counter clerk shared a binder with cake ingredients and assured me that separate pans and utensils are used in preparation.

The “Bundtlet” was a large muffin size, moist and dotted with mini chocolate chips. It was topped with their signature cream cheese frosting. A truly decadent treat.

Two sizes are available gluten free. The “Bundlet” was $5 (50 cents more than the gluten filled options) and 8 inch for $25 ($3 more). The clerk said that cakes are available with 20 minutes notice.

I visited the South Euclid store located on the North side of Cedar Center – 13949 Cedar Rd, South Euclid, OH 44118.

Other nearby stores are in Avon (35925 Detroit Rd, Avon, OH 44011) and Canton (4468 Belden Village St NW, Canton, OH 44718). They may have the gluten free cakes.

Boss ChickNBeer

Berea, Bay Village, Seven Hills, Cuyahoga Falls

www.bosschicknbeer.com

This is a nice, simple restaurant with a menu limited primarily to chicken (wings or very meaty tenders/strips) and go-withs for the chicken. Sauces are served on the side and almost all of them are gluten-free. Staff is very knowledgeable re gluten-free, too. Sides include things like potato fries, cauliflower and cheese (the gluten-free version of ‘macaroni and cheese’) and garlic Brussels sprouts. Portions were ample and we took some home, too. Food is ordered at the front, you then find a seat yourself, a server takes

your drink orders. Then you are called to pick up your food from the bar when it is ready. Suggest you arrive hungry and enjoy!

2/2026 Note: The food menu is now entirely gluten free. Though they still serve regular beer besides gluten free.

Cooper’s Hawk Winery

Across from Pinecrest, Avon, Seven Hills

Gluten Free menu https://chwinery.com/menus/gluten-free

Multiple Locations – All over the U.S.

27200 Harvard Rd
Orange Village, OH 44122

35351 Chester Rd
Avon, OH 44011

3900 Rockside Rd
Seven Hills, OH 44131, USA

Check out the link above for the full gluten-free menu.  Lots of items to choose from.  Everything made fresh in house – including desserts – of which 4 were available tonight.

Our server, Brit W, was an absolute gem of graciousness and knowledge guiding the table through options, answering questions about ingredients, and explaining the process and concept of Cooper’s Hawk.

Was asked if the g-f request reflected a preference or an allergy.  This question never really bothers me although I know others don’t care to be asked but Brit informed us that an allergy request on an order to the kitchen requires 3 signatures from the floor staff.  They take this very seriously and I appreciate that they do.

I started with the Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad – one of the best salads I’ve had dining out – ever!  Followed the salad with the Short Rib Risotto – also wonderful – both portions – way more than enough for a single diner.

No desserts were had tonight but next time I will most definitely order with dessert in the plan to finish.  I hear that Salted Caramel Creme Brulee calling my name.