And they are willing to accomodate special diets including gluten-free! By calling ahead a day or two before your visit (or even hours before, if not the busy season), Chef Bryant can go over your needs and collaborate with you to come up with some scrumptuous dishes!

On our serendipitous visit, we noticed some gluten-free choices in the case (segregated to one side). These were the Risotto Cakes (contain cheese) and the Gluten-Free Coconut Chicken. But, we also discovered that there are many daily offerings that are made gluten-free such as the Broccoli Salad, Haddock and Steak Kabobs. However, Chef Bryant still advised us to call in our orders ahead of time so he could personally oversee the process and ensure safe cooking practices.

Closed Tuesdays

The Tew-Mac Tavern, located within the Tewksbury Country Club , is quite accomodating when it comes to helping customers with food concerns as each dish is made to order.

The impetus for our visit was the successful substitution of a gluten-free meal during a function I’d attended.  How surprised I was to discover that the Tew-Mac tavern actually had a gluten-free menu (not available online)! Though the selection is limited, there are salads,  seafood, chicken and vegetarian options.   The real prize here though seems to be the daily specials, some of which are gluten-free!

Our eggplant dish was listed as one of the daily specials and noted as gluten-free. It consisted of thinly cut eggplant slices that were ” battered” with egg and parmesan cheese. Between each layer was fresh mozzarella cheese and tomato slices. This was topped with a balsamic glaze. Delish!  I wish they’d include this every day on their standard gluten-free menu!  Other dishes that have been listed as daily specials include the Seared Herb Crusted Salmon (farm raised salmon served on a cauliflower puree with fingerling potatoes and lemon butter sauce), Tuscan Pork Chops (2 grilled center cut pork chops topped with cipollini onions braised in a red wine & honey reduction served with mushroom risotto) or the Lobsters & Steamers (Yes, gluten-free, obviously, but still worth mentioning.  This includes 1.25 lb pre-cracked lobster and 1 lb of Maine steamers and an ear of corn).  It’s best to call ahead to know what the daily specials are, or to find out what’s in the pipeline for a future visit.

Seasonal outdoor dining is available on their patio with incredible views of the golf course while charming fireside dining is available during the off-season.

Organic, local foods are offered whenever possible. The sandwiches are available on a gluten-free focaccia bread (wheat based breads are served here also). They do a fine job altering traditional recipes into gluten-free versions such as the Spinach “Tabbouleh” Salad where they replace gluten laden couscous with quinoa. The Lasagna is made from layers of zucchini, spinach, cashew cheese, mushrooms and a basil marinara sauce, while the Butternut Angelhair is a pasta dish made by using the squash as the ‘pasta’.  Both of these entrees are raw as well.  Another dish that I haven’t yet seen at any restaurant (in a gluten-free version, that is) is the Panzanella with Rosemary and Almond Pesto.

For dessert there are usually a few chocolate based items and cheesecakes offered (however, most seem to contain nuts). At the time of this writing, there was a nut-free ice cream on the menu.  Hopefully, I’ll make a trip out there soon to try this healthy, innovative food as I hear the menu changes seasonally!

Closed Sundays

The Blue Moon Grill in Wakefield, Ma offers breakfast and lunch daily with many gluten-free friendly choices..including pancakes!  These pancakes (contain milk), are generously served (three per order) and are available in the following flavors;

Plain, Apple Cinnamon, Banana Nut, Blueberry, Cranberry, Strawberry, Strawberry Banana, Chocolate Chip, Raspberry and Corn.  These are prepared on a separate, designated gluten-free griddle! 

Also offered on the menu are a plethora of omelettes, frittatas and house specialties which are gluten-free.  We tried the Irish Eggs Benedict which was somewhat like a traditional eggs benedict with hollandaise sauce,  but corned beef hash was substituted for the Canadian bacon and potato skins took the place of the English muffins.  Feeling rather gluttonous after this meal, there was no need (nor desire) to eat the rest of the day!! 

This cozy restaurant tends to get quite busy. We did well going  after the  morning rush.  If inclement weather presents, you’re encouraged to leave your cell phone number at the door if there is a wait.

The Blue Moon Grill

House made vegan cheese is available as are soy and rice milk.

Here are some of the sandwich offerings:

The Club- grilled tempeh bacon, smoked tofu, balsamic toasted tomato, tomaine, pickled red onion, tarragon basil pesto and roasted garlic mayo.

Smoked Ruben- grilled house smoked tofu, sweet and sour pickled cabbage, swiss cheese, basil, horseradish russian mayo.

Melt- Spicy tofu & vegetable salad, pickled carrot, baby arugula, cheddar cheese and dijonaise.

BLT- grilled homemade tempeh bacon, balsamic rosted tomato, roamine, basil, mint and roasted garlic mayo.

Currently, vegan puddings and ice cream are the only gluten-free dessert options, but I hear they are planning to expand the list!

They serve gluten-free breakfast, lunch and dinner and all sandwiches can be made on gluten free bread. They  also accomodate vegan  diets and “no sugar” requests ( no high fructose or corn syrup allowed here!). You won’t find fries on the menu but more healthy side  choices like kale, broccoli, brussel sprouts and plantains. Don’t miss out on the seasonal specials!

Custom orders are available with two days’ notice. These include cakes, cup cakes, cheesecakes (almond crust) and an assortment of savory dishes like quiche, lasagna and pot pies ( vegetable, chicken or turkey).

The Scottish Bakehouse acknowledges that because they are not a dedicated gluten-free bakery, they are careful to thoroughly wash all the equipment and utensils and prep gluten-free foods separately from “regular” orders. Items also available as take-out. Open year round!

Thanks to Danielle for the suggestion to check out Ob La Da Baking in Marshfield, MA. This family owned company specializes in gluten-free baking. While not an exclusively gluten-free bakery, almost all of their products can be made gluten-free or vegan!

All items are made to order and natural, organic ingredients are used, when available. They are also known for using locally sourced eggs and butter. For gluten-free orders, they use Bob’s Red Mill brand flours. Their products can be purchased at The Corner Cafe, online and at local farmer’s markets (Cohasset and Marshfield).

Below is a list of cupcake flavors.

Feel free to choose 2 flavors per dozen ordered.

• Plain ol’ vanilla: vanilla cake topped with your choice of vanilla or chocolate frosting.
• Plain ol’ chocolate: chocolate cake topped with your choice of vanilla or chocolate frosting.
• Lemon Meringue: lemon cake, lemon curd filling and meringue topping.
• Salted Caramel: caramel cake, caramel buttercream with a swirl of fleur de sel caramel sauce on top.
• Red Velvet Underground: red velvet cake with cream cheese frosting.
• Tie Dye: rainbow vanilla cake with bourbon vanilla bean frosting.
• Coconut: coconut cake, cream cheese frosting and flaked coconut.
• Carrot: carrot cake with cream cheese frosting.
• Cookie Monster: vanilla cake, cookie dough filling, blue vanilla frosting topped with chocolate chips.
• Bananas Foster: banana cake, rum caramel filling and vanilla frosting.
• Cookies and Cream: chocolate cake with a vanilla and gluten-free cookie frosting, topped with a gluten-free cookie.
• Peanut Butter Cup: Chocolate cake, peanut butter filling, chocolate peanut butter frosting.

We picked up a 1/2 dozen Peanut Butter Cup cupcakes on our way down to the Cape recently. Thanks to co-owner Kevin for making our order in less than 24 hours (typically, they require 48 hours notice)! These delicious cupcakes had a peanut butter center and were covered in a decadent chocolate ganache and topped with a mini peanut butter cup.

Though we picked up our order at The Corner Cafe, the bakery products are actually made in a certified home kitchen. When gluten-free items are requested, the kitchen and pans, bowls, utensils etc, are thoroughly washed and items are baked separately from any “regular” orders. We were pleasantly surprised to find our order with a generous amout of plastic wrap covering the pastry box. This was to decrease the chance of any cross-contamination while our order was awaiting pick up.

What delicious cupcakes and terrific customer service~looking forward to trying other flavors!

You’re also able to customize your own fruit blend if you so desire!

Vegetarian and vegan wraps are offered as well.  Gluten-free brown rice wraps or nori are available for those of us needing gluten-free, however, I suggest you call ahead as the brown rice wraps are a hit or miss item, but the nori is always plentiful in supply. Or, you can forgo the wrap and have the fixings in a salad form instead.  There is one item on the wrap menu that is available in a raw form, the Nori Wrap.  It is made with rice, carrots, red cabbage, sprouts and avocado and is served with gluten-free tamari soy sauce.

This cozy cafe is the perfect place to enjoy healthy food on a warm summer day. Don’t wait too long before you visit~they’re only open seasonally from April to early November.

Soups are often gluten-free as well and they are famous for their homemade ice cream!

They are also a sister to one of our favorite restaurants, The Skinny Pancake.

Delicious, healthy foods are available at Sol Bean Cafe  in Middleton, Ma. Soups, salads and sandwiches are served and the latter can be made with gluten-free, dairy-free bread!

Soups vary each day but there is often a gluten-free choice. Some of the gluten-free varieties include the Lentil (dairy-free too), Roasted vegetable (vegan), White Chicken Chili, Chipoltle Sweet Potato (vegan) and the Tomato Feta.   

On our visit we tried the very popular Meg Melty sandwich. It was made with avocado, grilled chicken, tomato, jack cheese and honey mustard. Unfortunately, there is not a dedicated toaster or panini press for these sandwiches, however, they will double wrap the sandwich in foil before pressing in the panini grill. I was hesitant but this worked out very well for us.  Still, I can see how this may not sit well with some people.  Another option is to just have the bread thawed (wrapped in microwave) for your sandwich. 

If you are a practicing vegan, you might enjoy a sandwich called the Vegan Style a la Sarah. This includes tomato, spinach, vegan cheese (contains soy), avocado and onion. There are also other items that can be made vegan by omitting cheese or substituting with the vegan cheese.

There are also gluten-free bars, muffins and other sweets brought in from a local gluten-free baker. We  purchased a gluten and dairy-free Craisin Oatmeal Bar (contains eggs) which was big enough to divide by four and it was like a big ole soft oatmeal cookie!

Also featured are raw, vegan treats for dessert. Try the chocolate chip cookie dough, chocolate mint vanilla or  raspberry chocolate cookies.

Closed Sunday & Monday