Celiac safety profile
BJ's Brewhouse
American Restaurant
2757 E 80th Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410
What you can eat here
Pulled from Gluto's celiac safety report for this location.
✅ Reported safe options
- Gluten-free pizza (gluten-free crust) — repeatedly identified as a safe, reliable option when prepared with appropriate precautions.
- Gluten-free burgers on gluten-free buns — several diners report safe experiences when the bun is clearly GF and cross-contact measures are taken.
- Gluten-free pizookie (gluten-free dessert) — frequently highlighted as a safe dessert when served in a separate pan and with careful handling of ice cream to avoid cross-contact.
⚠️ Risks & cross-contamination
- The restaurant is not a dedicated gluten-free facility, which means cross-contact risk exists if precautions lapse.
- Fries and certain fried items are not gluten-free here; there is no dedicated fryery, per some guest reports.
- While many guests report dedicated gluten-free menus and careful handling, there are recent accounts of illness after dining, highlighting that cross-contact risks can materialize.
- Individual items may be safe when prepared with extra precautions, but consistency appears to vary by location and staff.
Gluto score breakdown
Each axis is scored 0–100 from research + community signals.