Celiac safety profile
Red Elm Cafe
Cafe · Breakfast Restaurant · Coffee Shop · Espresso Bar
1114 M.L.K. Jr Way, Tacoma, WA 98405
What you can eat here
Pulled from Gluto's celiac safety report for this location.
✅ Reported safe options
- Gluten-free waffles (made on a dedicated GF waffle iron)
- Vegan + GF waffle (GF item on a designated iron)
- Gluten-free breakfast sandwiches (GF bread option indicated in reviews)
- Hash browns prepared on GF surfaces
- Gluten-free donuts and muffins
- GF bread for sandwiches
⚠️ Risks & cross-contamination
- The establishment is not a dedicated gluten-free facility, so cross-contamination risk exists in a shared kitchen.
- Most positive reviews emphasize careful practices (dedicated equipment, separate prep areas, and knowledgeable staff), but there are occasional reports of service slips or order-modification issues that could impact safety if not addressed.
- To maximize safety, consider explicitly requesting GF preparation; confirm which surfaces and utensils will be used for your meal; and be mindful during busier times when mistakes may occur.
Gluto score breakdown
Each axis is scored 0–100 from research + community signals.