Celiac safety profile
Lost Dog Cafe
Pizza Restaurant · Beer Store · Sandwich Shop
808 N Henry St, Alexandria, VA 22314
What you can eat here
Pulled from Gluto's celiac safety report for this location.
✅ Reported safe options
- Gluten-free pizzas made on a dedicated gluten-free crust (the crust is noted to be gluten-free and dairy-free in some menu notes).
- Sandwiches that can be made with a gluten-free Kaiser Roll (+$1) or on gluten-free bread options.
- Several salads and bowls labeled as gluten-free, with phrases indicating they are already gluten-free (No Howling Necessary! This dish is already totally gluten free!).
- An extensive GF menu is publicly referenced in guidance materials, including options for pizza and sandwiches, as well as potential dairy-free substitutions on the GF crust and toppings.
- If you’re cautious, inform the server about your celiac needs and ask to review prep steps (the establishment encourages informing staff about allergies before ordering).
⚠️ Risks & cross-contamination
- The restaurant is not a dedicated gluten-free facility, and cross-contact cannot be fully guaranteed against due to shared prep spaces and common ingredients.
- The published allergen guidance explicitly notes that cross-contamination may occur because the kitchen handles various allergens, and supplier ingredient information can change without notice.
- While many guests report safe experiences, there are historical anecdotes of reactions, including one frequently cited case of illness after consuming gluten-free pizza, underscoring that risk can exist for highly sensitive individuals.
- The best practice is to communicate clearly about gluten-free needs, request the gluten-free menu, and confirm prep steps (gloves, separate utensils, dedicated frying or toasting when applicable).
Gluto score breakdown
Each axis is scored 0–100 from research + community signals.