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Ed’s Elbow Room
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American·Upper East Side, New York

Ed’s Elbow Room

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Solid choice for gluten-free diners, with many menu items marked gluten-free and flexible substitutions, including gluten-free pasta and rice chips. Protocols for cross-contact are not fully documented.

Gluten-Free Offerings

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Cross-Contamination
Medium

Shared prep surfaces or fryer. Confirm practices on arrival.

Staff Knowledge
Medium

Staff have some GF awareness but may need prompting.

Illness Reports
None

No GF-related illness reports found in recent data.

GF Labeling
Clearly labeled
GF Options
21 items identified
GF Sentiment
Mostly positive

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About

Ed's Elbow Room is a cozy spot known for its jazz nights and a solid selection of wines and comfort food. It's a neighborhood staple where you can unwind with friends or enjoy a quiet evening. The place is connected to Heidi's House, sharing the same menu and laid-back vibe. It's a great choice for a casual hangout rather than…

GF Menu
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21 items
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SNACKS
Olives
Rosemary, garlic, lemon zest, chiles
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Shrimp or Short Rib Tacos
corn tortillas, peppers & onions, house-made tomatillo sauce
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Crab Dip
Flaky crab meat, fresh horseradish, organic cream cheese; baked until crispy, served with rice chips, carrots & celery
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Guacamole
Made to order, sans garlic, pan fried corn chips
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SALADS
Organic Mesclun Salad
Featuring Chef Cipriano’s tangy dressing
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Pan-Seared Shrimp Salad
Mixed greens, cilantro, light dressing
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Roasted Artichoke Salad
Baby arugula, fried capers, Pecorino Romano, red onion, white truffle oil
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DISHES
Paella
Saffron rice heaped with seared scallops, shrimp, lobster, chorizo, slab bacon & sweet pearl onions
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SIDES
Organic Roasted Vegetables
broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, golden beets
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DESSERT
Chocolate Soufflé
Made with Belgian dark chocolate
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ALE
Gluten-Free Beer
Style: American Pale Ale
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CIDER
Doc's Hard Apple Cider
Semi-dry tart cider, made with New York apples and aged in American oak
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Original Sin Pear Cider
Light and refreshing pear flavor with a clean finish
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Crabbie's Alcoholic Ginger Beer
uniquely refreshing
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SPARKLING
Prosecco
Borgoluce Lampo, Italy; fine bubbles, dry, not too floral, delicious
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Rosé Prosecco
La Gioiosa, Italy; notes of rose & pomegranate, refreshingly balanced
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WHITE WINE
Sauvignon Blanc
Momo, New Zealand; refreshing, citrusy, flavors of ripe summer fruit & lime
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Gavi
Villa Sparina, Italy; crushed white flowers, buttered toast, citrus zest, spices
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Grüner Veltliner
Mantlerhof, Austria; medium-dry, spicy nose, apple, creamy finish
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RED WINE
Montepulciano
Ciù Ciù, Italy; ruby-red, full-bodied, harmonic, rich taste, slightly tannic
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St. Emilion
Montagne, FR, Chateau La Vallee; smooth, classic Bordeaux, dark berries, hint of spice, medium-full bodied Cabernet
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Logistics
Address
308 E 78th St, New York, NY 10075, USA
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