Posts Tagged downtown Halifax
Another Burger Place to Krave!
Posted by glutenfree4hfx in Reviews on September 14, 2014
For several months, Halifax has been waiting for Krave Burger, its newest gourmet burger joint, to open its doors. Last month, they released a sneak peek of their menu. It included an icon for many gluten-free options, including French fries. We all know what that usually means: cross-contaminated and not suitable for Celiacs.
Still, I was curious, so I tweeted them to ask if they would have a dedicated fryer. Their response was amazing:
We couldn’t ask for much more than that!
Going Vegan at Envie
Posted by glutenfree4hfx in Reviews on September 6, 2014
Let’s face it: Michael and I are about as far away from vegetarians as you can imagine. A vegan diet, where cheese is off the menu too, would be completely out of the question. However, we’ve heard great things about enVie and we finally got a chance to check it out.
We arrived at the restaurant early on a Thursday evening and took a seat inside, where we were the only customers. (The patio outside was full.) The atmosphere was very quiet, soothing, and relaxing – perfect for the end of a long week. We started off with drinks (a Boxing Rock Temptation Red ale for Michael and a glass of Blomidon L’Acadie Blanc for me). The enVie menu is very allergen-friendly and easy to understand. Gluten, soy, and nut free options are all marked with either an indicator of no allergen as-is, or an explanation of what modifications need to be made. There is also a handy booklet at the table describing various ingredients and terms as well as a list of the restaurant’s local suppliers.
We decided on an order of buffalo risotto cakes (two for $8) for an appetizer. For the main course, I chose the Filet-o-Fresh (tofu burger with tartar sauce, greens, and a “cheese slice” made from cashews, $13 + $1.50 for a gluten-free bun from Odell’s) and upgraded to a poutine for the side dish (additional $2). Michael ordered the Moroccan Chickpea Bowl ($14) on our server’s recommendation.
Estia Offers Lots of Gluten-Free Options, But Inconsistent Food
Posted by glutenfree4hfx in Reviews on February 4, 2014
Several weeks ago, we finally got a chance to try Estia, a Greek restaurant on Spring Garden Road. Although we arrived right around suppertime on a Saturday night, there were lots of empty tables and we were seated right away. (It took much longer for a server to arrive and give us menus, however.) After ordering drinks, I asked for the gluten-free menu. It’s basically a copy of the regular menu with items marked “GF” as appropriate. There are also a few sections (such as the pastas and sandwiches) that are completely different. Everything in those sections is gluten-free, so items are not individually marked. I found this a bit confusing, to be honest. In fact, the menu overall confused me. There were many items that sounded delicious but not very Greek, like the Philly Cheesesteak wrap, Chicken Parmigiana panini, and veal scallopine.
While we were pondering the menu options, our waitress brought by gluten-free bread for me and regular bread for Mike, as well as separate dipping plates with oil and vinegar.
Doing Flips for Flipburger!
Posted by glutenfree4hfx in Reviews on December 13, 2013
Over the past few years, Michael and I have been making the rounds of the gourmet burger places that have been popping up all over Metro. (You can see a summary of our finds here.) Last week we finally got a chance to visit Flipburger, which now has locations in downtown Halifax and Clayton Park.
We visited the downtown Halifax location just before a Mooseheads game. Like many other burger places, you order at a counter, have a seat, and then grab your food when your number is called. Although most of the tables were occupied, we didn’t have to wait at the counter at all. The person waiting on us was very knowledgeable about gluten-free options.
Eating Gluten-Free at the Stubborn Goat
Posted by glutenfree4hfx in Reviews on November 13, 2013
Last month, The Stubborn Goat gastropub opened after months of renovations to the old G Lounge space, and lots of hype from beer lovers and foodies. My experiences eating gluten-free at gastropubs have been mixed. Theoretically, a gastropub should offer high quality, made-from-scratch food, but we’ve encountered many gastropubs that offer the usual processed, frozen, and/or deep-fried fare, making them highly unsuitable for Celiacs. We decided to give The Stubborn Goat a chance to see if they were any different.
We arrived early on a Friday night knowing it was going to be busy. A very cheerful and outgoing server greeted us shortly after we sat down. He gave a spiel about what The Stubborn Goat is all about: Read more…
The Old Triangle Welcomes Celiacs, Too
Posted by glutenfree4hfx in Reviews on October 15, 2013
One of my first (and worst) gluten-free eating experiences was at The Old Triangle in Moncton, where they basically refused to serve me so I ate martinis for lunch. Subsequent visits to the Halifax, Charlottetown, and Glen Arbour locations, however, went much better, so I decided that it was time to review their flagship Halifax pub.
We arrived at suppertime on a busy Saturday night and were lucky enough to snag a table in the dining room where a local band was playing. A server greeted us right away and suggested Clancy’s beer for a beverage. I said that although that sounded like a great idea, I am gluten intolerant so it wouldn’t be my choice of beverage! She quickly pointed out their other gluten-free beverage options: Propeller sodas, several local ciders (including Bulwark and Tideview), and La Messagere beer. (They usually carry Glutenberg but are out of stock right now due to the trade dispute. It should be back by the end of the month, though!) I opted for a sparkling raspberry Tideview cider while Mike had a Propeller IPA.
The Works Needs to Work on Its Gluten-Free Options
Posted by glutenfree4hfx in Reviews on August 19, 2013
We’ve visited several of Halifax’s gourmet burger places, but The Works was still on our to-try list. So, when we were looking for a lunch spot last weekend, we decided to give it a try.
We were greeted as soon as we walked in and were taken to a booth. It’s sit-down style (in contrast to Relish and Cheese Curds, where you order at a counter) and the décor is really cool. Mike ordered a beer to start while I opted for a soda.
The menu is a little bit confusing because although gluten-free burger options are clearly outlined, none of the other gluten-free options are marked. None of their appetizers or poutines are gluten-free, which is disappointing. As for sides, anything fried is out, so that leaves Celiacs with the option of steamed broccoli (gross!), celery, cucumbers, weeds (which I think is lettuce), coleslaw, or mashed potatoes.
Edna Serves Up Plenty of Gluten-Free Delights
Posted by glutenfree4hfx in Reviews on July 29, 2013
The Halifax food scene has been abuzz since the opening of Edna. It’s owned by Jenna Mooers, who is the daughter of Jane Wright (former owner of the now-defunct jane’s on the common). Last Friday, we decided to give it a try.
The décor and atmosphere at Edna is quite similar to other new restaurants that have recently opened in Halifax. A big, open room; bright, modern design; and closely grouped tables create an intimate, chic atmosphere. To start, I had a glass of Benjamin Bridge Nova 7, while Michael tried Big Spruce’s
Cereal Killer stout. We also asked the waitress about gluten-free options. She pointed out a few things on the menu (which changes daily) and then said, “Really, we can adjust almost anything to make it gluten-free.” That’s what we like to hear!
Gluten For Punishment 