Tacowala

Tacowala is a 100% dedicated gluten-free establishment, certified by the Gluten-Free Food Program (GFFP) which is endorsed by the National Celiac Association. The venue's website and multiple sources confirm it is a 'Certified Gluten Free Establishment' with no gluten on the premises. Numerous community reviews from coeliac diners report zero reactions and a completely safe experience.

FARE (Food Allergy R & E)· Gluten-Free Food Program (GFFP) Certification

Address133 E Main St, Somerville, NJ 08876, USA

CuisineMexican · Vegan · Vegetarian · Indian

Price€

Hours

Mon	12:00 to 8:00 PM
Tue	12:00 to 8:00 PM
Wed	12:00 to 8:00 PM
Thu	12:00 to 8:00 PM
Fri	12:00 to 9:00 PM
Sat	12:00 to 9:00 PM
Sun	Closed

Websitewww.tacowala.com/

Last verified

Per-allergen evidence

Coeliac · Gluten-free

confidence 0.95 ·

Verifiably Safe, Either a 100% dedicated kitchen (no allergen on premises) or actively certified by a recognised accreditation body for this allergen.

✓ dedicated kitchen✓ dedicated fryer✓ marked menu✓ staff trained

Cited references

[1] officialMenus | Tacowala in Somerville, NJ , Tacowala (official menu)Official menu page states 'We are now Certified Gluten Free Establishment' and links to a PDF menu.fetched 2026-05-17 [2] officialMenus | Tacowala in Somerville, NJ , Tacowala (official menu)Duplicate of official-menu-tacowala-com-1; same 'Certified Gluten Free Establishment' claim.fetched 2026-05-17 [3] aggregatorTacowala - Dedicated Gluten-Free Mexican Restaurant in Somerville, NJ , FindMeGlutenFreeDedicated GF badge; owner states '100% Gluten Free & Celiac Safe' and 'certified Gluten Free from Gluten Free Food Program endorsed by National Celiac Association'. 37 reviews, all positive for GF safety. Vegan/vegetarian options noted.fetched 2026-05-17 [4] blogTacowala | Mexican Restaurant in Somerville, NJ , tacowala.comHomepage states 'We are Certified Gluten Free Restaurant' and describes the venue as a vegetarian/vegan taqueria.fetched 2026-05-17 [5] blogTacowala , gf-finder.comConfirms Tacowala attained 'Gluten-Free Approved certification since 2024' from GFFP, endorsed by National Celiac Association. Describes it as a 'gluten-free dedicated establishment' and 'Vegetarian & Vegan Taqueria'.fetched 2026-05-17 [6] blogDirectory - National Celiac Association , nationalceliac.orgNational Celiac Association directory lists Tacowala as a restaurant with GFFP certification.fetched 2026-05-17

Vegetarian

confidence 0.90 ·

Verifiably Safe, Either a 100% dedicated kitchen (no allergen on premises) or actively certified by a recognised accreditation body for this allergen.

Tacowala is explicitly described as a 'Vegetarian & Vegan Taqueria' on its website and by the owner. The entire menu is vegetarian, with no meat served. This is a 100% dedicated vegetarian kitchen.

✓ dedicated kitchen

Cited references

[1] aggregatorTacowala - Dedicated Gluten-Free Mexican Restaurant in Somerville, NJ , FindMeGlutenFreeDedicated GF badge; owner states '100% Gluten Free & Celiac Safe' and 'certified Gluten Free from Gluten Free Food Program endorsed by National Celiac Association'. 37 reviews, all positive for GF safety. Vegan/vegetarian options noted.fetched 2026-05-17 [2] blogTacowala | Mexican Restaurant in Somerville, NJ , tacowala.comHomepage states 'We are Certified Gluten Free Restaurant' and describes the venue as a vegetarian/vegan taqueria.fetched 2026-05-17 [3] blogTacowala , gf-finder.comConfirms Tacowala attained 'Gluten-Free Approved certification since 2024' from GFFP, endorsed by National Celiac Association. Describes it as a 'gluten-free dedicated establishment' and 'Vegetarian & Vegan Taqueria'.fetched 2026-05-17

Vegan

confidence 0.70 ·

Insider-led, Owner, chef, staff, or a close friend or family member needs to avoid this allergen themselves; kitchen practice reflects that.

Tacowala is described as a 'Vegetarian & Vegan Taqueria' by the owner and on its website. The FindMeGlutenFree listing notes 'Vegan options' and the owner states 'One of best Vegetarian & Vegan Birria Tacos are now available!'. The menu is entirely vegetarian, and many items are vegan or can be made vegan. The owner's active promotion of vegan options suggests insider-led practice, but the kitchen is not 100% dedicated to vegan (dairy/eggs may be present in some items).

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Dairy-free

confidence 0.60 ·

Marked menu, shared, Allergen-marked menu and aware staff but shared fryer / prep. Cross-contamination risk acknowledged.

Multiple FindMeGlutenFree reviews and the listing itself note 'Good for dairy-free' and that items can be made dairy-free. However, the menu includes cheese (e.g., quesadillas, street corn) and dairy is present in the kitchen. There is no dedicated dairy-free kitchen or fryer. Staff can accommodate dairy-free requests, but cross-contamination risk exists.

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Reminder

Always confirm with venue staff before ordering. Tiers and accreditations are guides, not guarantees.

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