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The 5 Best Gluten-Free Italian Restaurants in Needham

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Updated May 2025

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Hearth Pizzeria

Hearth Pizzeria

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974 Great Plain Ave, Needham, MA 02492, USA

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Stephen Borgatti

Definitely avoid this place if you have a gluten allergy. The gluten free "pizza" is just a tortilla with some cheese on it, and the flatbread is that same tortilla cut into strips. Meanwhile, the gluten pizza is completely bland. The manager was at least nice enough to give us a break on the bill for the sub-par experience.

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Sweet Basil

Sweet Basil

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942 Great Plain Ave, Needham, MA 02492, USA

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Cynthia Collotta

My husband and I have been to the Sweet Basil in Waltham on numerous occasions which is why I'm able to recommend all of the food that is posted. We went for the first time to the Sweet Basil in Needham and we were equally as plesed. For starters, we had the Pesto with Fresh Bread, and the Garden Vegtable Risotto. . For our entrees, I had Salmon on Cold Orzo Salad with Asparagus and my husband chose the Gluten Free Shrimp Sscampi. This dishes are the creation and expertise of Dave,the owner, and the adjective AMAZING sums up the excellence of every dish and beverage served there. I highly recommend this restaurant. In fact, I'm taking the book ,"Sweet Basil," written by the owner. Dave Becker, shares all of these delicious and savory recipes on my vacation where I'll be cooking for my on family. Cheers and thanks to Sweet Basil., because you have added joy and comfort to our lives with such fresh, remarkable food. SALUD

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Cappella Restaurant

Cappella Restaurant

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45 Chapel St, Needham, MA 02492, USA

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Tania Carosi

This was my first time to Capella's and I loved the atmosphere! What a cute spot and the decor was perfect. We started off with the Meatballs, Burrata and Brussel Sprouts & Aged Parmesan with Balsamic. Both were delicious but the Burrata & Brussels dish was my favorite starter. I wish I could have tried the Arancini but the menu was different than what I had viewed online. For my entree I ordered the Rigatoni Vodka with Ricotta Gnocchi instead and it was delicious! I loved the additional of the peas and onions but the sauce had an amazing spice to it! My coworker got the Truffle Cheese Wheel Pasta and it was delicious! Very rich bit definitely a must try! For dessert we had the Canollis (3 to and order) which were non-traditional. I enjoyed the shell more than the citrus cream filling. The menu was wonderful with tons of variety. Next time I will be trying the salmon! The service was awesome but sporadic once they got busy. The runners/bussers ended up servicing our check and retrieve it once payment was in place. Loved the teamwork and the overall experience was great! The gluten free pasta options were incredible also!!

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Nicholas' Pizzeria

Nicholas' Pizzeria

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33 Chapel St, Needham, MA 02492, USA

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Kara Howard

We love Nicholas Pizza--we have lived here for 5+ years and have probably ordered from there upwards of 200 times. The people there are friendly and reliable and very sensitive to our kids' allergies. The food is great--we regularly order regular and gluten free pizza, chicken tenders and fries, and salads. We are never disappointed. The pizza is Greek style with a delicious, sweet sauce and very tasty crust.

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Spiga

Spiga

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18 Highland Cir, Needham, MA 02494, USA

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Matthew Person

It's a decent Italian spot with bespoke atmosphere but menu is limited and pretty much offers what any other Italian place I've been too has. Overly focused on arancini and meatballs. No steak?! Service is decent though, nice staff. No gluten free options.

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