Verona Inspired Italian

I have had a peanut/tree nut allergy my whole life. Therefore, when going out to eat, I always have to ask about cross contamination and the type of oil the restaurant cooks in. Most places now a days cook in canola or vegetable oil, which is great! However, within this past month though, I have been to two very popular and well established restaurants in Macomb County that still cooked with peanut oil. I was extremely disappointed that restaurants in 2024 are not accommodating to the most common food allergy. Going out to eat with food allergies and dietary restrictions as well has always been difficult for me. Today, I went to Verona Inspired Italian for dinner and I was blown away because the entire restaurant is peanut, tree nut, and sesame free!! Out of my 22 years of living, I have never been to a peanut/ tree nut free restaurant in Michigan! Not to mention, their menu also contained a lot of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free options. Personally, I am vegetarian and I loved the large variety of options because I’m so used to “slim pickings” at other restaurants. Thank you so much Verona for being so accommodating to all! The food was absolutely delicious and such large portions were served. In addition, the service, drinks, and atmosphere were amazing! We will definitely be back! 10/10 recommend!

Verona Inspired Italian is one of my very favorite restaurants in the Metro Detroit area. I have NEVER had a bad meal here. Everything I try is 10/10. Chef Sam is incredibly talented and very accommodating. I have Celiac Disease, and it is very hard to find a restaurant that I feel 100% comfortable eating at. Chef Sam not only makes sure that my food is safe for me to eat, but he modifies one of the dishes (Chicken Cristoforo) to be gluten free for me. There’s even gluten free options for every course, so I don’t feel left out. More perks, they have great vegan options AND they are a sesame and nut free kitchen. So everyone can safely and confidently eat here. The drinks here are perfectly crafted. I had the Mistletoe Smash and it was sweet, tart and refreshing. I usually get their #7 though which is watermelon infused rum, lime, and simple syrup. For dessert, I love the flourless chocolate torte. It is rich, creamy, and just the perfect amount of sweet. If I feel like something lighter, I get the gelato with 1/2 berry sorbet and 1/2 vanilla gelato. It’s served in a bowl with dry ice billowing up from a bowl under it. It’s very impressive. Make a reservation for your next night out, it will be the best decision you’ve made!