Gluten Free Dining in Paradise - Dining at Cheeseburger in Paradise

Cheeseburger In Paradise Gluten Free Menu Options

    

Cheeseburger In Paradise (CIP) is a national restaurant chain that has many gluten free menu options. They have a separate gluten free menu that boasts gluten free buns made by The French Meadow Bakery. Even though you can go there and get a burger with the gf bun….their menu has a variety of options from tilapia, salmon, shrimp, bbq ribs and salads plus much more!

 CIP racks and washes their silverware separately that is specifically designated for those that come in and order gluten free. Your silverware will come banded in a napkin with a white band at the Fisher's location. To take further precautions they have a designated cook who is supervised by an in house manager when preparing your gluten free meal.

There is a separate grill area and dedicated fryer….so this will put your mind at ease when ordering gluten free fries. But we can never be too careful when eating out gluten free. We strongly advocate asking all the appropriate questions about gluten free meal preparations. That being said, the GM assured us things are done basically the same at each one of their locations as it comes from their company’s national directive. At the Fisher’s, Indiana location we were able to eat their appetizer of sweet potato chips and they did fry these up in their dedicated fryer for us…..but it is not on the gluten free menu and whether or not each location will accommodate this is not guaranteed. There is a note on the back of the gluten free menu that mentions GIG’s (Gluten Intolerance Group) involvement with the information on the gluten free menu.

The staff and servers during our visit were pleasant and helpful, they did not mind answering any of our questions and if there was a question our server could not answer the manager was more than happy to.

They offer a variety of alcoholic mixed drinks and currently offer Redbridge gluten free beer. They will be carrying Angry Orchard soon. We will be returning to do a blog on their variety of mixed drinks that are gluten free. There are drink specials everyday of the week and we will be including that in the gluten free drink blog so stay tuned for our next blog on CIP……

Enjoy reading about the drinks, appetizers, entrees and dessert we tried below:

 CIP Cocktail

(Voted Best Cocktail In America 2006 by the National Beverage Awards)

Made with layers of frozen Sangria, Margaritaville Tequila Margarita, Strawberry Daquiri, Coruba Coconut Rum Pina Colada and topped with a float of blue curacao. We loved this fruity tropical tart drink, easy to see why it won the “Oscar” of the National Beverage Awards!

World Famous Pina Colada (above left)

Their signature Pina Colada recipe topped with Cruzan Aged Dark Rum. Delicious and tropical!

Pomegranate Mojito (above right)

Skyy Passion Fruit Vodka, pomegranate syrup, limes and mint leaves and topped with club soda. Yum!

South Beach Mojito (above middle)

Cruzan Mango Rum and X-rated Fusion liqueur shaken with orange juice, limes and mint leaves and topped with club soda. This was one of our faves….light and fruity!

Appetizers:

Loaded Chips

Fresh made Idaho chips layered with melted cheese sauce (melted jack and cheddar cheeses), sprinkled with Applewood smoked bacon bits, tomatoes, green onion and a drizzle of sour cream. We loved this appetizer, hard to eat just one chip!

 

Sweet Potato Chips

(not on the gluten free menu but the CIP, Fishers, Indiana location fried these up for us in their dedicated fryer)

Thin crispy sweet potato chips fried up to perfection! Yum! This will definitely satisfy your sweet and salty cravings.

Salads

CIP does have a variety of salads on their gluten free menu. Many of their salads can easily be substituted as a meal, so if you are looking for some healthier menu options this may be the way to go. We tried the Calypso Chicken Salad.

Calypso Chicken Salad With Grilled Chicken

Roasted Chicken, strawberries, pineapple, mandarin oranges, apples, honey roasted almonds, and red onions tossed with a fresh salad mix and citrus vinaigrette dressing. You may substitute grilled or blackened salmon. We loved this salad!

Salad dressings that are gluten free are the Citrus Vinaigrette (which we highly recommend), balsamic vinaigrette, ranch, honey mustard and blue cheese.

Entrees (there are many more gluten free options on their gluten free menu; these are the ones we tried. Their burger options can be substituted for a turkey burger or veggie burger made by Franklin Farms at no additional charge. For Kobe beef there is an additional charge of 1.99 and Gluten Free buns cost an additional 1.00. All burgers are typically served with french fries.

All-American Beach Burger

American Cheese, pickles, shredded lettuce, red onion & tomato, with a kosher dill pickle on the side, served with fresh gluten free fries or your choice of sides. Sometimes the best tasting things in life are those with the simplest ingredients. This is a no frills burger that won’t disappoint. Really good!

BBQ Chicken Sandwich

BBQ grilled chicken breast with Applewood smoked bacon, swiss cheese, pickles, lettuce and red onions. Comes on a gluten free bun and served with your choice of sides that include french fries, fresh Idaho potato chips, coleslaw or steamed broccoli. Delish!

 

Sweet Fire Chicken Sandwich

May 2013 edited! Sauce has been changed and is no longer gluten free BUT they have an alternative you may order. This is NOT on the GF Menu any longer. Please make sure you ask your server about it if you are interested or discuss other options with the manager. Blackened chicken breast with pepper jack cheese, Dragon sauce, banana peppers, red onion and shredded lettuce. If you like sweet and spicy you will love this sandwich.

Grilled Atlantic Salmon

This entrée typically comes with the Island Rice and teriyaki broccoli…..these options are NOT gluten free so you can substitute your choice of gluten free sides which are the french fried potatoes, fresh Idaho potato chips, coleslaw or steamed broccoli. Another good side option is a small dinner salad. Surprisingly Delish!!

St. Barts Citrus Chicken

Order without the Island Rice and teriyaki broccoli.  Citrus marinated chicken breasts, seasoned and grilled….served with your choice of gluten free sides. We loved this dish!!

Dessert

Copa Banana

 Make sure you order this without the wafers. The dessert is a banana pudding layered with fresh bananas, strawberries and topped with whipped cream and toasted coconut. Rich and creamy this dessert is the ultimate in decadence! If you like bananas you will love this dessert! We did!

 Restaurant Location:

Cheeseburger In Paradise (CIP)

4670 Southport Crossings Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46237

Phone: 317-883-4386
Fax: 317-883-4086

Hours of Operation

Monday: 11:00am - 12:00am
Tuesday: 11:00am - 12:00am
Wednesday: 11:00am - 12:00am
Thursday: 11:00am - 12:00am
Friday: 11:00am - 1:00am
Saturday: 11:00am - 1:00am
Sunday: 11:00am - 11:00pm

 

Nature's Pharm Sampling Gluten Free Product Review

     Product Sampling at:

 

Brooke’s Candy Co. will be showcasing their gluten free products just in time before Valentine’s Day!! Come out and try samples of their gluten free brownies, chocolates and hot cocoa. They will be at Nature’s Pharm/Castleton on Feb. 8^th, 5-7:30 pm and Feb. 9^th, 12-3 pm.                                 

Gluten Free Product Review by:

Truly Wize Gluten Free Bakery

Truly Wize makes a variety of gf treats and specializes in high quality gluten free, dairy free and allergy friendly baked goods from cookies, cakes and brownies. For Valentine’s Day they have available a gf double chocolate heart shaped and gf vanilla frosted cake. We tried both of these…..our favorite is the chocolate but the vanilla is good too! Nature’s Pharm/Castleton just ordered these so look for them next time you stop in the store.

 The Gluten Free Oven

 

The Gluten Free Oven bakes products that range from breads, buns, cakes, cupcakes, ravioli and perogies. We are a huge fan of their crème filled fingers which come in vanilla, banana and raspberry. Their vanilla crème filled fingers are so much like”twinkies” you will absolutely love these. We loved the banana and raspberry too! Their products are made in a dedicated facility and they use dedicated equipment.  Nature’s Pharm/Castleton just ordered these…..so they should be in sometime next week. 

Russo’s Gluten Free Gourmet

Russo’s products range from gf Italian bread, bread crumbs, cannoli shells, lady fingers, tiramisu, mozzarella sticks and eggplant parm. Products are made in dedicated facility and bear the CSA gluten free certification stamp. 

Tiramisu- So good, rich and creamy….you will ask yourself, “Who needs gluten?”

Mozzarella Sticks- These were awesome……pair these with your favorite tomato dipping sauce and you have yourself a winner!!

 Eggplant Parm- This is one of the best eggplant parms we have tried that is gluten free!! Truly scrumptious! You may have to bake the eggplant for a longer amount of time than is designated on the box.  Russo’s if you are reading this blog, we can’t wait to try your gf breads and gf cannoli shells. 

Nature’s Pharm/Castleton is carrying these 3 Russo products listed above.

Tonya's Gluten Free Kitchen

This company makes gluten free soft pretzels. Their products are made in a dedicated gluten free facility. We tried their cinnamon sugar soft pretzel bites……so good!! Tonya’s products are a hot selling item and you can find them at the Nature’s Pharm/Castleton and Greenwood locations.

Mr. Sips

 

This company makes a variety of gluten free products for schools and will soon be carried in the GFS retail stores.  You may purchase their products online.  Their gluten free products range from brownies, pizza, rice crispy treats, Italian melt sandwiches, chicken chunks and includes a variety of gluten free lunch boxes for your child. Their lunch boxes are currently being purchased by Noblesville schools and are available through GFS (Gordon Food Service) and other distributors.  Products are certified gluten free by the CSA. We tried their gf chicken chunks which are made with all white meat chicken. Yum!

 Healthy Snack Options

Freshly Wild Super Foods

Kale Joy

 Okay…..I have tried Kale snack chips before and have always been disappointed by the flavor. The Kale Joy “Must Eat Mesquite” and the “jazzy Sweet Mustard” are two of my new favorite gluten free snack products. They also have a line of Onion Joy……this is their line of crunchy dehydrated onions which we can’t wait to try!

Nature’s Pharm/Castleton is currently carrying their Kale Joy products. Nature’s Pharm/Greenwood will be carrying their Onion Joy products

  
Nature’s Path Organic Gluten Free Selections

Trail Mixer Chewy Granola Bars are certified organic, non-GMO and gluten free. This product includes ingredients like cranberries, almonds, quinoa, amaranth and gluten free oats. At only 140 cal., low in sodium, 3g protein and 9 g sugar, this is a great gluten free go to snack when you are on the run. All 3 Nature’s Pharm locations are carrying this product.

 
Recipe For Chocolate Covered Strawberries

  Ingredients:

1 lb of fresh strawberries (preferably with stems, or you can use bamboo skewers)

16 oz of chocolate chips

2 TBSP of shortening

1) Make sure strawberries are dried well after washing

2) In a double boiler melt chocolate chips and shortening. Stirring until smooth. Remove chocolate from heat. Hold strawberries by their stem or bamboo skewer and dip into the melted chocolate. Roll strawberries with chopped nuts, sprinkles or mini chocolate chips.

3) Set rolled strawberries on a piece of wax paper or parchment paper on a tray. Let them cool before placing tray in the refrigerator.

Enjoy!! 

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Craig Pinto, Former Pro Football Player & 2 time Guiness World Book Record Holder joins Gluten Free Expo Oct 5, 2013

Gluten Free Living Now Expo

October 5, 2013

 

Craig Pinto
President, Kicking4Celiac Foundation

Join this Former Pro Indoor Football player, Football Hame of Famer, and two time Guiness Book world record holder

Topic: Believe in Yourself & Accomplish Your Goals
Schedule: TBD 

Craig is a former professional indoor football player for the New Jersey Revolution Arena football team, where he was also a team captain from 2008-2010. He became a 2010 Guiness Book of World Records record holder for most field goals kicked in 12 hours, shattering the mark during a charity event to raise awareness for Celiac Disease by making 717 forty yard field goals. In 2011, he set his second Guiness World Record within a year, by making the most field goals kicked in 24 hours, making an unbelievable 1,000 forty yard field goals in that time frame. Recently Craig was elected in to the American Football Hall of Fame, Class of 2013, recognizing his World Record accomplishments as well as his dedication to the community through the game of football.

After starting his undergrad as a student-athlete at Hofstra University where he played both football and ice hockey, he completed his B.A. at NYU and is a current M.S. candidate in Fundraising and Grant Making at NYU as well. Celiac Disease is something that is close to his heart, as Craig has been living with Celiac Disease for over 12 years, after also being diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease as a 12 year old. He has a passion to give back to the community, has been a guest speaker at various events, and was recently featured on TLC’s NY Ink to tell his story about living with Celiac & Crohn’s Disease. Craig has also appeared on tv’s ABC, Bravo, News12, and as a guest multiple times on the SiriusXM radio shows “Dr. Radio” & “BroadMinded”, to raise awareness and education about Celiac Disease and the Kicking 4 Celiac Foundation.

Outside of his devotion to the Celiac & Crohn’s Disease communities, he coaches both youth football and ice hockey at local area schools. Craig is an avid New York Islanders hockey fan, a fan of the Portuguese National Soccer Team, as well as a USC Football fan.

Charles P.B. Vanderpool, MD returns to Gluten Free Living Now Expo Oct 5, 2013

Gluten Free Living Now Expo

October 5, 2013

 

Charles P.B. Vanderpool, M.D.
Assistant Professor of Pedatrics
Riley Hospital for Children at IU Health

Topic and Schedule: To be announced

Charles P.B. Vanderpool, MD, is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at Riley Hospital for Children.  Dr. Vanderpool joined the division of Pediatric Gastroenterology at Riley Hospital in 2011. While a native Hoosier, Dr. Vanderpool had spent the previous 6 years at Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Vanderpool’s main interest is in pediatric nutrition and he chairs the Nutrition Support Team at Riley Hospital. He is also the medical director of the Pediatric Intestinal Care Clinic, managing children with intestinal failure and short bowel syndrome. His interest in nutrition includes a special interest in Celiac disease and its impact on the lives of children and their families. Dr. Vanderpool is currently participating in clinical research with Dr. Alessio Fasano on the effect of timing of gluten introduction in children and its effect on the development of celiac disease and associated autoimmune conditions.

 

 

Mrs. Alaska International returns to Gluten Free Living Now Expo Oct 5, 2013

Gluten Free Living Now Expo

October 5, 2013

 

Brandy M.H. Wendler, RN, MSN, ACNP-BC
Mrs. Alaska International 2012

Topic & Schedule: To be announced

Brandy M.H. Wendler is a board-certified Acute Care Nurse Practitioner who works at a local Anchorage hospital. She is married to the love of her life, 1st Lt. JohnRoss Wendler, a pilot in the United States Air Force.  Together, they live in Eagle River, Alaska with their two beautiful dogs. She enjoys rock climbing with friends, photography and scrapbooking. Her current talent is cooking and baking gluten-free meals! Brandy was diagnosed with Celiac Disease over five years ago and she is proud to represent her platform "Against the Grain: Raising Awareness for Celiac Disease.”

She currently manages http://brandywendler.blogspot.com,  and a support group for people who live a gluten-free lifestyle in Alaska. She is also a representative of Udi’s gluten-free foods and in her spare time designs gluten-free menus for restaurants.

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