Celiac safety profile
McAlister's Deli
Sandwich Shop
1177 Broad St, Sumter, SC 29150
What you can eat here
Pulled from Gluto's celiac safety report for this location.
✅ Reported safe options
- Sandwiches made with gluten-free bread when requested (staff can prepare sandwiches on GF bread).
- Spud Max baked potatoes (a frequent GF option).
- Potato salad and other sides that are GF when properly prepared (some reviews note GF labeling for sides like potato salad).
- Gluten-free dressings for salads and other GF-friendly toppings when available.
⚠️ Risks & cross-contamination
- The restaurant is not a dedicated gluten-free facility, so cross-contamination risk exists, especially in a fast-casual setting with shared equipment.
- There are multiple reports of diners experiencing gluten exposure despite precautions (glutened on occasion). However, many other guests report safe experiences when they clearly communicate allergy needs and staff follow guidance (glove changes, separate prep, etc.).
- Some locations have had moments without gluten-free bread available, highlighting inconsistency across sites. Being explicit about allergy needs and confirming bread availability at the specific location is advised.
Gluto score breakdown
Each axis is scored 0–100 from research + community signals.