Hippopotamus
Hippopotamus is a French steakhouse chain.
Per-allergen evidence
Hippopotamus is a French steakhouse chain. Some branches (Serris, Arcueil, Toulouse, Wellington) report having a separate gluten-free menu or an allergy menu with gluten-free options, and staff may be able to accommodate coeliac needs. However, the kitchen is shared and cross-contamination risk is acknowledged. The Wellington branch has particularly positive reviews from coeliac diners, with staff knowledgeable and a chef able to prepare a separate gluten-free high tea. The Arcueil branch reported a separate food prep area. The Paris Wagram branch had no gluten-free menu and no dedicated fryer. Always confirm with the specific branch and staff before ordering.
[1] Aggregator Are there gluten-free menu options at Hippopotamus in Paris?, FindMeGlutenFree
Paris Wagram branch: no GF menu, no dedicated fryer, staff tries to help but no GF options.fetched May 30, 2026[2] Aggregator Hippopotamus - Gluten-Free Restaurant in Serris, FindMeGlutenFree
The Serris branch offers an allergy menu with gluten-free items marked. Staff could not confirm whether the fries are prepared separately, and the kitchen is shared.fetched May 30, 2026[3] Verified blog Hippopotamus - Gluten-Free Restaurant in Toulouse, atly.com
The source notes that the Toulouse branch offers an allergy menu with gluten-free options, has trained staff, and acknowledges some cross-contamination risk.fetched May 27, 2026[4] Aggregator Hippopotamus Restaurant & Cocktail Bar - Gluten-Free Restaurant in Wellington, FindMeGlutenFree
The Wellington branch offered a reported gluten-free menu and knowledgeable staff, with a chef preparing a separate gluten-free high tea, though the kitchen was shared.fetched May 30, 2026[5] Aggregator Hippopotamus - Gluten-Free Barbecue Restaurant in Arcueil, FindMeGlutenFree
The Arcueil branch offers a separate gluten-free menu, and staff demonstrated an understanding of cross-contamination. A separate preparation area was claimed, though the kitchen itself is shared.fetched May 30, 2026Always confirm with venue staff before ordering. Tiers and accreditations are guides, not guarantees.
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