Gluten Free, Drama Free: A Guide to Gluten Free Italian Restaurants in the NYC Metro Area

Italian food: delicious, comforting, and full of flour. Wish you could go out an grab a bowl of pasta Bolognese like everyone else? Well, now you can. We’ve compiled a go-to guide of authentic gluten free Italian cuisine in the NYC Metro Region.

Risotteria

270 Bleeker Street

New York, New York

Craving gluten free risotto, pizza, or a warm panini? Then Risotteria is your place. As you could have probably guessed by its name, the restaurant is famous for its risotto, which comes in a wide variety of flavors like roasted chicken, porcini and pine nuts, Italian parsley and white truffle oil, and even mozzarella and pesto. While you are there, make sure you save some room for dessert because the gluten free cupcakes are out of this world. Risotteria whips up cupcakes in red velvet, carrot, vanilla, chocolate, peanut butter and fudge flavors. Risotteria does not take reservations so make sure to call ahead.


Bistango

415 3rd Ave

New York, New York

Bistango specializes in items that are rare to come by in the gluten free world: ravioli, manicotti, and tortellini. After picking the type of fresh pasta you want off of the menu, you can also choice whatever sauce you prefer: pink, marinara, cream, garlic and oil, and butter and sage. Be sure to order appetizers because the serving sizes are a little small, but incredibly delicious.


La Parmigiania

48 Hampton Rd
Southampton, NY

Headed to the Hamptons for the weekend? Make sure you try La Parmigiana, a cozy restaurant located in the town of Southampton. The Alfredo Sauce is better than any you’ve ever tasted (sorry Grandma)! There is no wonder why it is Zagat rated. The portions are enormous so make sure to bring your appetite.


Morello Italian Bistro

253 Greenwich Avenue

Greenwich, CT

This quant restaurant in the heart of Greenwich is just a short train ride from New York City. When you enter the restaurant you will feel as though you have been taken to Northern Italy to feast on the finest Italian food. They serve up everything from polenta to Salmon Tartar so you will be sure to find whatever you are craving.


Bellizzi

153 East Main Street
Mount Kisco, NY

Bellizzi is Westchester’s best spot for gluten free kids and adults. This casual restaurant features a kid side play area and fine Italian cuisine. The chefs at Bellizzi make house favorites like Chicken Parmigiana, Risotto, Pizza, and their Al Forno pasta in gluten free versions. Be sure to save room for gelato after you finish off your main dish. If you are looking for a gluten free children’s birthday party, inquire at Bellizzi.


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