Celiac safety profile
Smithsonian National Zoological Park
Zoo · Tourist Attraction
3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008
What you can eat here
Pulled from Gluto's celiac safety report for this location.
✅ Reported safe options
- Hamburger/burger served on a gluten-free bun
- French fries (with dedicated fryer noted in several accounts)
- Gluten-free chicken tenders
⚠️ Risks & cross-contamination
- The zoo’s dining venues are not described as a dedicated gluten-free facility, so cross-contamination is a theoretical risk.
- However, multiple recent reports mention mitigation steps: dedicated fryers for fries, gluten-free buns, and staff who are aware of allergy needs and who communicate with cooks to avoid cross-contact.
- Expect to confirm specifics at the counter (bun type, fryer status) and be mindful of the fast-paced environment that can challenge consistency during peak times.
Gluto score breakdown
Each axis is scored 0–100 from research + community signals.