Finding a true burger and fry experience in Atlanta is a struggle. Why? French fries are only gluten free when they are prepared in a dedicated fryer free of gluten ingredients. The wheat-y bits left behind from onion rings, etc., contaminate the oil and can attach to said fry during cooking rendering it unsafe. Kitchen space is limited, so many restaurants cannot dedicate a fryer, or they mistakenly believe gluten ‘burns off’ in the fryer (a terribly dangerous myth). Gluten isn’t bacteria, it is a protein.

I am so thankful to restaurants that have gone the extra mile to create a safe environment for preparing fries. Going out for a burger on a bun with a side of fries is not just an opportunity to eat safely, but a chance to eat normally, just like everyone else.

Here are the local places serving up gluten-free French fries with a side of safety:

They only prepare fries in their fryer at 5 Guys. One order of fries (regular or Cajun style) is enough to feed four people and still have leftovers. Total bargain!

Bantam + Biddy prepare their French fries in duck fat, which renders the inside more tender than crispy. Sweet potato fries are also on the menu.

Choose from regular, waffle and sweet potato fries at BareBurger where a dedicated fryer is at your service. The menu is marked making ordering a breeze and it includes vegan coconut ice cream for shakes and sundaes!

Burger 21 serves sweet potato and French fries too. If you can’t decide which one to try, why not order a 50/50 basket and indulge.

At Chick-a-Biddy order the chili cheese fries or the sweet potato fries and pair them with gluten-free fried chicken tenders.

Chick-fil-A is one of the few fast food places to offer fries, let alone crispy waffle fries prepared in a dedicated fryer. These fries are a lifesaver when running around town with or without kids.

Just trust me and order the herbed duck fat fries at Citizen Soul. Served with oregano aioli, the golden and crispy fries are topped with freshly grated Parmesan and finely diced herbs.

Only the sweet potato waffle fries at Grub Burger Bar are prepared in a dedicated fryer. Served nice and crispy, they are coated with ‘magic dust’ that makes them sweet and salty.

Leon’s Full Service‘s gluten-free menu includes their famous and perfectly crispy pub frites, which are flash fried twice, and paired with a bevy of tangy dipping sauces.  Try the garlic aioli, bacon herb mayonnaise, or the homemade catsup.

Red Robin serves up steak fries (huge) and sweet potato fries from a dedicated fryer. Not all locations have a dedicated fryer, so inquire before ordering.

At Ted’s Montana Grill their potatoes are cut then dropped directly into the oil and fried until golden. Talk about hand-cut fries.

The Fry Guy is the only food truck in town that specializes in French fries and homemade dipping sauces. Their thick cut fries (parmesan truffle too) are served with housemade dipping sauces including honey sriracha mayo and red curry ketchup.

YEAH! Burger offers fries, parmesan truffle fries, and onion rings made fresh to order in a dedicated fryer. This is the first place in town to offer onion rings and some people still stop by just for them.

The potato game is strong at Zinburger Wine & Burger Bar where they fries are cut and fried to order. Regular fries, loaded fries topped with applewood smoked bacon, cheese sauce, sour cream and chives, or double truffle fries topped with truffle oil and parmesan cheese and truffle aioli are great to share, or not. I bet if you ask really nice, they will even top them with “Z Best” chili, cheddar cheese, sour cream and chives.

Where is your favorite place to enjoy fries?