
Chao Pescao
The official menu marks many dishes as 'gluten free' and states 'the majority of our menu is gluten-free', but the kitchen is shared (non-dedicated) and items containing gluten (brioche buns, cuban bread, shortbread) are also prepared.
Per-allergen evidence
The official menu marks many dishes as 'gluten free' and states 'the majority of our menu is gluten-free', but the kitchen is shared (non-dedicated) and items containing gluten (brioche buns, cuban bread, shortbread) are also prepared. No dedicated fryer or prep area is mentioned. Staff are directed to be asked for details, but no training or accreditation is cited.
[1] Official Menus | Chao Pescao in San Francisco, CA, Chao Pescao (official menu)
Official menu page with per-dish labels: gluten free, dairy free, vegan, vegetarian. Header states 'majority gluten-free, ask server'. Marks dishes GF/DF/V/VG.fetched May 13, 2026[2] Official Menus | Chao Pescao in San Francisco, CA, Chao Pescao (official menu)
This source duplicates source 1. It has the same menu and per-dish allergen labels.fetched May 13, 2026The menu clearly labels multiple dishes as 'vegan' (e.g., Tostones, Quinoa Y Aguacate, Lechon de Yaca). However, the kitchen is shared and no dedicated equipment or separate prep area is mentioned. Cross-contamination risk exists.
[1] Official Menus | Chao Pescao in San Francisco, CA, Chao Pescao (official menu)
Official menu page with per-dish labels: gluten free, dairy free, vegan, vegetarian. Header states 'majority gluten-free, ask server'. Marks dishes GF/DF/V/VG.fetched May 13, 2026[2] Official Menus | Chao Pescao in San Francisco, CA, Chao Pescao (official menu)
This source duplicates source 1. It has the same menu and per-dish allergen labels.fetched May 13, 2026Many menu items carry a vegetarian mark. Because the kitchen is shared with meat and seafood dishes, cross-contamination cannot be ruled out. No dedicated vegetarian prep area is indicated.
[1] Official Menus | Chao Pescao in San Francisco, CA, Chao Pescao (official menu)
Official menu page with per-dish labels: gluten free, dairy free, vegan, vegetarian. Header states 'majority gluten-free, ask server'. Marks dishes GF/DF/V/VG.fetched May 13, 2026[2] Official Menus | Chao Pescao in San Francisco, CA, Chao Pescao (official menu)
This source duplicates source 1. It has the same menu and per-dish allergen labels.fetched May 13, 2026Several dishes on the menu are marked as dairy free, including the Empanada de Res and the Ropa Vieja. However, many other dishes contain dairy ingredients such as cheese, butter, or cream. The kitchen is shared, and no dedicated dairy-free preparation area is mentioned. Cross-contamination is likely.
[1] Official Menus | Chao Pescao in San Francisco, CA, Chao Pescao (official menu)
Official menu page with per-dish labels: gluten free, dairy free, vegan, vegetarian. Header states 'majority gluten-free, ask server'. Marks dishes GF/DF/V/VG.fetched May 13, 2026[2] Official Menus | Chao Pescao in San Francisco, CA, Chao Pescao (official menu)
This source duplicates source 1. It has the same menu and per-dish allergen labels.fetched May 13, 2026Always confirm with venue staff before ordering. Tiers and accreditations are guides, not guarantees.
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