Celiac safety profile
SmashCity Knoxville
Hamburger Restaurant
211 S Central St, Knoxville, TN 37902
What you can eat here
Pulled from Gluto's celiac safety report for this location.
✅ Reported safe options
- Gluten-free buns for burgers
- Fries prepared in a dedicated gluten-free fryer
- Gluten-free sauces (noted in multiple accounts as part of the GF experience)
⚠️ Risks & cross-contamination
- There are occasional reports of cross-contamination risk in the past, including a review mentioning gloves not being changed between handling gluten-containing buns. A separate note from the same batch of reviews highlights strong staff training and dedicated equipment, which mitigates risk when properly followed.
- A more recent experience mentioned mislabeling or bun handling in a takeout scenario, underscoring the importance of clear communication and double-checking GF orders, especially during busy times.
- Overall, the consensus emphasizes careful processes, staff education, and dedicated GF stations/equipment, but as with any dining spot, lingering risk remains if protocols slip or miscommunication occurs.
Gluto score breakdown
Each axis is scored 0–100 from research + community signals.