Udi’s Hamburger Buns Arrive at Red Robin
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Nov 5 2011

Udi’s Hamburger Buns Arrive at Red Robin

Yesterday as I was getting ready to head out to pick up Jon and his friends to take them to hockey practice, I read some of the best news – Red Robin is now serving Udi’s Gluten-Free buns in select locations across the country!  Red Robin is one of the restaurants that I know I can count on when traveling or when I want a safe meal.  In addition to being gluten-free-friendly, they are also cognizant of other food allergens, too.  Kids also seem to enjoy Red Robin.  I know Hannah loves to play the video games upfront while waiting for our meal and they always give out balloons.

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There is a bit of bad news with this announcement.  Currently, only Red Robin’s in 6 states are serving the Udi’s buns.  Those 6 states are:

  • Arizona
  • California
  • Colorado
  • Nevada
  • Oregon
  • Washington

If live in a different state or if your Red Robin is not serving Udi’s Gluten-Free buns, please speak with the management to see about getting the buns there.  If there is one thing that I know for sure, it is that we (the Celiac and gluten-free community) can make a difference and can get companies to listen to us.  Use your voice; let Red Robin know what you would like them to serve.  Seeing that Udi’s has their products in stores (and Jason’s Deli) nationwide and Red Robin is already serving them at some locations, I can’t see that it would be too difficult to make this happen.  I know that I will be making a trip to our local Red Robin in the very near future to see what I can do.

This topic reminds me of a conversation I had with a friend last week.  This friend happens to own & run a food truck and has been playing around with the idea of offering gluten-free options.  He has asked about frying the fries and the other foods that he serves.  This week he asked me about gluten-free buns.  I recommended Udi’s.  I went on to explain that while they are found in the freezer section in stores here in Columbus, they can be kept at room temperature.  Turns out the only food that he serves that isn’t gluten-free would be regular buns & pita bread for gyros.  If he can keep those separate, he can begin to target a whole different audience and hopefully increase his profits. 

If you have had the chance to try the Red Robin burger (or other sandwiches they offer that are gluten-free), please share your thoughts below.  Please consider making a call to your local Red Robin (even if your state is listed above) to ensure they have the buns in stock.  I would hate to send anyone on a wild goose chase, though I would just drown my no-bun sorrows in a basket of their fries!

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Kimberly Bouldin is a gluten-free wife, runner & blogger with two children in Columbus, Ohio. After her celiac diagnosis in 2006, she has made it her mission to embrace an entirely new approach to nutrition in a gluten-free world, exploring options that run the gamut from "made from scratch" homemade bread to sampling and reviewing the gluten-free prepared foods that are continuously being introduced to the market. While navigating the waters of becoming gluten-free, Kim shares her experiences and passes along valuable product reviews in addition to helping other moms of celiac kids develop healthy menus that are kid-friendly and palatable. Kimberly is a valuable resource for those who are newly diagnosed, as well as for the more seasoned gluten-free veterans. Follow @KBouldin on Twitter

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  • http://Glutenfreephilly.com GFPhilly

    Thanks Kim. The buns are also available at participating company-owned locations in other states including Pennsylvania.

    • http://glutenfreeislife.com/ Kimberly Bouldin

      Thank you for sharing that information! :) I am hoping to get them here in Columbus.

      Kim

  • http://Glutenfreephilly.com GFPhilly

    Thanks for sharing Kim. The buns are also available at participating company-owned locations in other states including Pennsylvania.

  • Joan

    I live in CA so I’m going to have to check. Unfortunately, there are no Red Robins close by.

    • http://glutenfreeislife.com/ Kimberly Bouldin

      Joan, Sorry to hear there aren’t any close by. Perhaps if you find out, when you travel you can make sure to give it a try!

      Kim

  • Jim Nigh

    I live here in Northern Wisconsin just outside of Minocqua, WI. We also dont have any restruants here that offer gluten free food for us people with Celiacs. I sure wish there was a RED ROBIN HERE !!! or even a Wendy’s or something that would have a gluten free menu .

    • http://glutenfreeislife.com/ Kimberly Bouldin

      I am sorry to hear that, Jim.

      Kim

  • David Campbell

    YOU ARE LUCKY TO LIVE IN SOME AREA’S WHERE YOU MAY FIND GLUTEN-FREE FOODS WHICH ARE MORE READIER AVAILABLE. IN SCOTLAND WE CELIAC’S HAVE A CHOICE OF OUR FOODS ONLINE, BUT EATING-OUT CAN BE A PAIN SOMETIMES WHEN YOU FANCY A SNACK! I HAVE BEEN DIAGNOSED FOR 5 YEARS AND HAVE COME TO TERMS WITH IT, IT’S JUST A BIT FRUSTRATING SOMETIMES, I ALWAYS THINK THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT THERE WORSE OFF THAN ME !

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  • Teresa

    I live in Illinois and my local RR just started serving these! I had one this weekend and it was unbelievable! Made for a very happy dinner!

    • http://glutenfreeislife.com/ Kimberly Bouldin

      Teresa – That is just awesome! Thanks for letting us know. :)

      Kim

  • Michelle

    If your friend operates a food truck in downtown Columbus and starts offering up GF buns and bread, I am there!

    • http://glutenfreeislife.com/ Kimberly Bouldin

      Michelle – I will make sure to let you know! :)

      Kim

  • Robin

    Thanks for this alert Kim. We travel in a motorhome and we’re in Las Vegas so we contacted Red Robin here and I was fortunate enough to be able to dine there with a burger on a g-f bun. Delicious!

  • Celeste

    The Red Robin’s in South Carolina has the Udi’s buns also. They are super delicious!