Celiac safety profile
Fogo de Chao
Brazilian Restaurant · Restaurant · Steak House
5633 Bay St, Emeryville, CA 94608
What you can eat here
Pulled from Gluto's celiac safety report for this location.
✅ Reported safe options
- Market Table items: gluten-free (as commonly reported and supported by the restaurant’s own GF-focused materials).
- Pão de queijo (Brazilian cheese bread): gluten-free by recipe (tapioca flour) and served at the table.
- Seared tofu entrée with sesame black bean pasta: explicitly gluten-free.
- Meats served at the table: commonly gluten-free, with staff guidance to confirm individual items (noting that a few items have historically involved beer or special marinades in some locations).
- Gluten-free desserts: GF dessert options are available according to diner reports.
⚠️ Risks & cross-contamination
- Cross-contact at the Market Table and with shared fryers or tongs has been a recurring concern in reviews; several patrons emphasize asking staff to point out which items are safe and to use dedicated utensils when possible.
- A few reviews note specific items historically marinated in beer or prepared near gluten-containing foods; availability and safety can vary by location or day, so it’s important to verify with staff on arrival.
- Overall, the restaurant community reports a strong practice of providing allergen information and guiding guests through safe choices, but vigilance remains important, especially during busy service times.
Gluto score breakdown
Each axis is scored 0–100 from research + community signals.