Scottie's Brewhouse

Scottie's has undoubtedly one of the best gluten free menu's in town, with one or two small suggestions from us.  ...but we will get to those a little later, first the really good stuff.

I can't decide whether to start with the GF Shewman Special or the Macho Nachos.  I have a massive internal struggle every time we go, trying to decide which of the two to order.  It took me while to try the Shewman Special; somehow peanut butter, bacon and jalapenos on a burger sounded, well strange.  Turns out, it's strangely out of this world delicious!  By far my favorite burger in town and served on an Udi's gluten free bun.

Now for the Macho Nachos, ok I suggest bringing either a very hungry tummy or a friend to the plate on this one.  It's a huge platter!  It's the perfect choice for those friends who never order their own food but always seem to want to steal yours.  It's big enough that you won't mind sharing....much.  When I'm being a good girl I crave the Grilled mo’fo’ Cluck Lite; so yummy.  So many amazing choices, so little time.

We love that Scottie's offers gluten free appetizers.  Those aren't terribly easy to find and it's frustrating when your non-gluten free dining partner wants to share an appetizer with you and you can't accommodate.  The Macho Nachos, Spinach & Artichoke dip or 7 Tidals Buffalo Chicken Dip should be good enough to get you started. 

Burgers and fries; it's a thing.

Now for the suggestions.  First, Scottie's we really "need" better gluten free sides.  Ok, maybe we don't "need" them but it sure would be appreciated.

It's hard to get too excited about broccoli, gluten-free corn tortilla chips & salsa, cajun black beans & dirty rice or fresh fruit salad.  Especially with your burger.  

Some potato chips or even better....is it too much to hope for a dedicated gluten free fryer for fries?  It might seem like s small thing to most but for those of us with gluten allergies...it feels like normal.  It's a sigh of relief when we can eat the fries because we don't have to watch our loved ones eat the little golden bits of heaven while secretly seething with jealous rage across the table.  Oh, was that a bit harsh, maybe too over the top?  It probably was but you get the idea.

Gluten Free Beer

Every Scottie's location we have been to has offered gluten free beer, it does seem to vary by location.  Scottie's on 96th carries one of my favorites; Redbridge by Anhueser-Busch.   We were disappointed to find that the Noblesville location was offering Omission Pale Ale.  

The gluten content in Omission is high enough that it still may not be safe for those with Celiac.  Most with Celiac won't touch it.  Certainly, if you are going to offer a gluten free beer, one that we can actually drink would seem to make more sense. 

Redbridge, New Grist or Greene's would all be a better choice.  However, we would love to see Scottie's carry Estrella Damm Daura.  Estrella is also made from wheat and the gluten is removed during processing, the gluten content in Daura is extremely low and is safe for those with Celiac.  It's also my favorite and tastes the most like it's gluteny counterparts. 

In an effort to insight a little friendly competition...do I dare?  Yes, I think I do.  Matt the Miller's is the only place in town that I'm aware of that carries Estrella Damm Daura. 

Dining Hours
Open daily at 11am
Bar Open 'Til Last Call
Lunch and Dinner - All Ages Welcome

Locations

• Muncie
• Bloomington
• West Lafayette
• Indianapolis Downtown
• 96th Street - Indianapolis
• Southport
• Mishawaka
• Brownsburg
• Carmel
• Fort Wayne
• Noblesville
• Franklin
• Butler