Dating on a Gluten Free diet

As a single student dating is a fun way to get away from school and relax. As a single student on a GF diet it can be frustrating and sometimes embarrassing to try and explain to your date that you can't eat at the restaurant they picked because it doesn't have gluten free options. Even more exciting is playing the question/answer game at the restaurant with the server, many of whom have no idea what gluten is. If this sounds even a little familiar, there is hope I promise.

Many restaurants have begun to offer gluten free options and menus, that are available online, which make planning for eating out a little easier. I've compiled a list of my favorite restaurants that are here in the Provo/Salt Lake City area, many of which are national chains.

• P.F. Changs


• Biaggis Ristorante Italiano


• Chili's Bar and Grill


• Ramano's Macaroni Grill


• Outback Steakhouse

Some things to remember when eating out (I am a server so I know what I'm talking about):

• Make sure your server knows that you need the GF menu and make it clear how important it is that the food comes from the GF options.


• Be specific about what you are ordering, tell them no croutons for salads, no bun for a burger. Many menu's will say what is GF and what is not, in a dish. If it says mixed veggies w/o the seasoning tell your server exactly that.


• Be patient with your server especially if they are new because GF menu items can be tricky sometimes.


• Tip the server well, doing specialty items takes extra time for the server and the cooks.