A reader named Joyce recently sent me this note via Facebook:

“Hey Denise – I have to eat gluten-free and dairy-free. That makes it difficult to eat out because of all the hidden gluten in most processed foods. There are restaurants that are helpful and work hard to provide gluten-free foods, but most are uncooperative. I was just wondering if (when things calm down a bit for you) you would consider doing a story about restaurants (like America’s Bistro, Oliver’s, Bull’s, etc.) who are conscientious and helpful about food allergy problems.”

That’s a great idea, Joyce!

Right away I can suggest Bahay Kubo (263 N. Convent) in Bourbonnais. I think their food is delicious, almost all menu items can be ordered gluten-free, and I believe there’s a gluten-free buffet the third Thursday of every month — which you’ll appreciate if you’re (understandably) intimidated by the hard-to-pronounce Filipino-Asian dishes on the menu.

Another reader named Elizabeth had this suggestion for Joyce, too:

“My son is on the same diet. I have some great cookbooks and resources if you ever want to talk. Aurelio’s has a GF pizza crust now and it is very good.”

Does anyone else know of other restaurants that are food allergy-friendly? If so, leave a comment below and I’ll include a list in a future print column.

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Bahay Kubo is in the strip mall across from WVLI radio. Hours are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, and 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday. They’re closed on Monday. The lunch buffet is served from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; the dinner buffet is served from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. If you have any questions, their phone is (815) 802-9889.

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