Top 3 Gluten-Free Italian Havens to Explore in New Zealand

Dawn B

Amazing place me and my family are celiac and it’s the best gluten free pizza we’ve ever eaten. Fantastic variety almost everything has a gluten free option and very high quality worth every penny :)

Maya Shiraiwa

Such a cool spot on the corner of cuba! Great prices for generous portions and a lovely atmosphere. Staff are always lovely and so good about dietaries! I’m coeliac, dairy and nut free and feel very safe eating here (disclaimer: obviously there’s still risks!), would definitely recommend for vegans and vegetarians too! Only thing I’ve noticed after coming here a few times is the gluten free pasta can be way too salty at times. (Don’t think this is always the case but I think it might be from over salting the water as gf pasta absorbs so much more than regular pasta & it’s not the sauce that’s too salty).

Megan Campbell

Lovely visit, staff were super lovely and the vibe of the place was great ☺️ they had a seperate gluten free menu which was great with lots of options! Delicious food. Would definitely come back!

Mel Farrow

Delicious gluten free food with dedicated menu. We enjoyed 3 courses and we never do that! Amazing service too loved it.

Aimee Bradley

Amazing service - especially with the care taken to accommodate allergies to gluten and dairy. Our waiter remembered the allergies on our table even when we came around to ordering dessert. The owners were lovely and warm - and took the time to chat with us at our table as we celebrated our wedding anniversary. Delicious food - would absolutely recommend!

Kim Seaward

Absolutely packed with people and super loud so an introvert's nightmare. Amazing wine list! The pizza was....well, pizza, and it was if course a very Italian choice list so none with chicken, but a few with shrimp, lots with ham, prosciutto, salami. The fresh salad was nice but could make it at home easy. Pasta looked amazing but no gluten free option was provided. Nice elevated street view if you sit near the windows. Had an aperitif that tasted like liquid toothpaste, an experience. Wouldn't take kids here as it'd be chaos.

Quinton Mills

If your gluten free don't go here, made my 11 year old celiac son feel terrible about asking for gluten free

Karen Fraser

Great family restaurant. Delicious pizza, amazing gluten free pizza too. Authentic Italian. Lovely people, relaxed vibes.

John Jackson

Gluten-free Chilli Paneer Pizza Absolutely brilliant!!! Well worth the wait to come back here Been here often, and will continue to be

Al V8824

We have been going to Tutto Bene quite regularly in the past five years and have never been disappointed. Food is excellent, the service is great and the atmospher is fine. It might be a little bit noisy when there are lots of loud people around but still better than other places where you have to shout. They do two services in the evening so if you go for the first service you are notified that you have to leave the table at 7:30pm. So don't loose time when ordering your meal. Gluten free options are limited (well, Italian food is all about gluten 😕) but you can still enjoy a nice main or go for GF pizza 🍕 😋

Zusje Knowles

In short, I’ve been here twice and I’d choose to dine elsewhere in chch in places I know do a much better experience for this price. I don’t have pictures from our visit but they wouldn’t justify anything anyway. The truffle fries had no truffle, just pecorino cheese on top to make them look like truffle fries, a common hack/ trick. The gluten free pizza base could do with some work/improvements, we’ve definitely had better. The kids menu items are $20 which is so expensive for what you get. We ordered the kids macaroni, and for that portion (the size of a bread and butter plate in a small cast iron sizzler) it would cost $3 to make and they’re charging $20, already steep for a kids meal so I expected it to be amaaaazing. It also came out on a sizzling plate, from a kids menu!? Why would you serve a piping hot cast iron plate to children? It makes absolutely no sense. The staff could do with some major training on the drinks list, it’s a small wine list and wouldn’t take very long to teach the staff what is what, they knew nothing about wine whatsoever. The flavour of our pizza was ok, the beef cheek was lovely, they also have a sparking red wine which was new for us and delicious (even if the waitress didn’t know if it was actually sparkling red wine). All in all I’d choose other restaurants over this next time for sure. There just aren’t enough redeeming factors.

Joanne Stockbridge

Always visit this lovely place when I'm in Morueka. Food is excellent. Good range of gluten free options. Staff a great and good fun. Thanks again

Jay Oliver

I ordered from here via Uber eats last night. I've recently been diagnosed as celiac, so I can not eat anything with gluten, so I ordered their gluten-free pizza base. When the pizza arrived, it was freezing cold, and half of the entire crust was burnt to a crisp, and the crust was inedible. The pizza was disgusting and I paid an outrageous price ($36.19) for it with no refund. I never had a bad experience with their food before being diagnosed as celiac but this was extremely disappointing and disgusting, I will not be going back.

Lori K.

Awesome service, good food and very accommodating for food allergies. Nice selection of Gluten free options. Our server, Tye and Chef Robin went above and beyond on great customer service. A nice welcome to New Zealand for us!

Jessica Durham

Yummy vegan food with lots of gluten free options

The Legitimate Reviewer

The best gluten free and vegan cheese pizzas that we have ever had! The drinks were a great compliment to the entire menu! We could not get over how delicious the food was! If you're looking for a pizza night then you can go past here! Great atmosphere inside with a nice outdoor area with 2 large outdoor heaters to keep you warm in the cold

Eddie Keane

We had a lovely meal here tonight. The food is unbelievable and the owner is such a nice guy. Open to suggestions. I’d really recommend this Italian. Gluten free no problem.

Lydia Brocket

Loved this place, inside is so beautiful, the staff member I spoke to was so friendly and the pizza was delicious. I went to so many places in Wanaka looking for somewhere that could do a gluten free pizza that was coeliac safe and I finally found it here. Pizza base was so crispy, the pizza was amazing and I'm definitely going back next time!

B Bell

As a really reactive coeliac, I’m always on the lookout for reviews that help me eat safely. I’d love to help out another coeliac! Fratelli was a lovely experience in all aspects! Staff were reassuring polite, and helpful on the phone, and catered for me beautifully. Attentive, polite, and knowledgeable service. Enjoyable atmosphere. Great wine. We ate here for 2 of the 3 nights we were in Wellington. Delicious pasta and pizza, plus sides. I didn’t experience any symptoms and felt secure that no cross contamination would occur. If we visit Wellington again, I’d be keen to go again! It’s rare to feel so safe and I’m frothing for how safe and lovely our evenings were! Thoroughly recommend.

Kristi Atkinson

Delicious meal enjoyed by all 3 of us dining. We started with the marinated artichokes, warmed olives, and zucchini fries ... then had a pizza each which were the Diavola, Salmone and Capriccosa. All pizzas were fantastic including one which was gluten and dairy free. Service was friendly and the ambience was great too :)

Cheyenne Oliver

Really enjoyed my meal, glad to see there were many gluten free options. Our server Barbara was very accomodating to our tables dietary requirements and was really friendly. Looking forward to our next visit.

Franklin v M

Had a great pizza here. Taste was very good and a nice touch to the pepperoni pizza was the parmesan cheese they added. It was nice that allergens could be taken into account, for example they had a gluten-free base, great.

Angela Hoebergen-Hapi

Food was devine, service was awesome, went beyond to cater for one of our party that was gluten free. Highly recommend

Brendawyn Leeves

Great meals but the staff made the difference- very friendly, attentive and professional. Nothing was too much trouble and it was appreciated by our group. Dairy-free and gluten free options for one of our group were suggested, which was perfect.

Baby B

Beautiful atmosphere Great service and hidden gem Food was good too but I had to get gluten free pasta as shared with my mum.... Lol was a great gf pasta

olivia jordon

the gamberia pasta was absolutely beautiful, aswell as the cubano cocktail. being gluten & dairy free, it’s hard for me to come across restaurants that have my dietary options but the staff was excellent. will definitely visit again for dinner when I’m back at the mount.

Catherine Bosman

I have recently found out that I’m gluten and dairy intolerant and a special thank you to the staff that assisted in making my food delicious. I’ve been there several times now and will go again 🙂

Shelly Gotlieb

Loved our dinner at Area 41. Friendly service and very accommodating as we have 2 children and I'm gluten and dairy free. The kids have never eaten so much at a restaurant, plates completely clean. Nice wine and beer list.

Cindy Dalziel

The host was very good, service was fast.. two gluten free meals and non gluten free meals were awesome too.. Cocktails weren't bad either

Jen Stephens

Love this place! And best of all pretty much all their pizzas can be made gluten free!

Rebecca

Amazing wood fired pizzas! So delish. Highly recommend the gluten free vege lasagne. Lovely atmosphere, staff make sure you are comfortable and cosy on cold nights with heating and blankets if outdoors. Top service, highly recommend.

Lauren H

Beautiful staff, really helpful & friendly. I've only grabbed food to go, but would love to make the time for a sit-down meal. I can recommend the cheesecake - good flavour & never too sweet. The pizza slices are very yummy & are available as single slices from the counter cabinet. They heat them for you. Today, I tried a toasted filled Foccacia & also a gluten-free brownie. Highly recommend 👌 Great hot chocolate as well.

Giorgio Ciraulo

The pizzas are great size and value for money. The kids pasta with ragout sauce is like nonna style, beautiful made and exceptionally tasty. We order a portion of chips as well, but we didn't specified gluten free as we did with the rest of the order, so the chef attentively came to us and point out that the chips may contains gluten in the preparation, so we avoid it. Thank you Chef!! Excellent team and service!

Renée Norman

Love the atmosphere of Ombra, started off with a prosecco and the most beautifully balanced heirloom tomato salad, they have a surprising amount of gluten free options (ones that make you feel you're not missing out!) love this for me.

Erin Rivers

Lovely and attentive staff. Really obliging with gluten free options and bringing me a little plate of limes when they saw me eating the limes out of other people’s glasses 😅

Scott Sealey

Great gluten-free pizza. Fairly priced drinks. Nice atmosphere

Michelle Amos

We came in on Good Friday and had the set menu with the 5 cocktails. It was amazing! The server we had (didn't catch his name but had very short hair and an accent) was just awesome. So friendly and helpful. Last time I came to Original Sin, I had terrible heartburn and straight away he mixed up a concoction for me behind the bar that cured it. What doesn't this guy do well?! Your team were also fabulous at being flexible with one of us having coeliac disease. No issues - they made a custom gluten free pizza and also gave a separate platter for the entree - all gluten free. Thanks again team, we will definitely be back. Michelle - POSbiz

Elisa Cardillo

So so very good. We shared a garlic and mozzarella pizza as a starter, the cheese was insane. Never had that in my life. Then with a Montepulciano the Pansotti large version, which were perfectly al dente. For dessert I shared a gluten free torta al cioccolato and a tiramisu with a friend. Both were reaaaally good! I absolutely recommend! Not only is the food amazing, but everything is homemade, they have product of excellent (Italian) quality, the atmosphere was really cute and cozy. Family business style. Loved it! Thanks for everything!

Jerome

In particular, the gluten-free base was outstanding. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, even offering to cook our pizza in a separate oven. While we didn’t need it, we truly appreciated the thoughtful gesture. The fennel seeds paired with the tomato and garlic base created a memorable flavor combination. It was a wonderful evening out with family. Yum!

Rebecca Findlay

Great food and excellent service. Great for gluten free options as well!

Geoff Barkman

Friendly staff. Great selection. Some gluten free options available. Just ask.

Mike Rhodes

Wow what a lovely dining experience. The only thing better than the food is the passion that the staff have for their job. My partner has a number of allergies and they catered for them perfectly as well. Great gluten-free pizza!

Nic Keating

Cute little restaurant with a unique atmosphere and pretty authentic menu. Lots of dietary options for vegans, vegetarians and gluten-free.

Camila Nunes

I loved my experience at The Cow, the food is unbelievably good! The service is perfect! Leticia, who assisted us was extremely helpful, super friendly and kind! She was also really patient and careful with all my food restrictions. The vegan and gluten-free pizza is the best in Queenstown!!!! And my husband loved the garlic bread, the best he’s ever had!!! We will definitely be back! ❤️

Shannon Scott

The food is absolutely stunning, absolutely delicious and full of flavour. I'm coeliac and I've never gotten sick from cross-contamination here. Portion sizes are excellent, you definitely get your moneys worth. And the staff are some of the loveliest, friendliest people, amazing customer service! Highly, highly recommend!

reuben joyce

Had the romy bolognese with gluten free and dairy free requirements and it was amazing. Best gluten free pasta ive had in Auckland! Service was amazing, highly recommend!

Hayden Keppel

this is me leaving my first and only google review. this place is incredible. the staff were the kindest people ever and so catering, I reserved a table for 6pm and at 5:50pm called up to change my reservation time to 6:30pm because we were running late and they were so incredibly polite about it and made it such an easy experience. the food we got was cooked to absolute perfection and tasted so good, and as someone with celiac, there were so many gluten-free options to choose from which is sometimes hard to come across. the serving times were relatively quick considering that the restaurant was almost a full house. overall my experience was an 11/10 and I will definitely be bringing my girlfriend back here in the future.

Fiona Mackenzie

Every time we come up around the coast, we make a special detour to visit Passo. The pizzas are fabulously authentic, wood-fired, and use a long ferment process for the dough (perfect if you are gluten intolerant as this process removes most of it). The drinks are delicious and the gelato is the perfect way to finish off the meal. The service is so friendly. We sat outside in the little patio area, which was perfect for a sunny day. Definitely recommend and can't wait to visit again.

Tayla Sebire

It is very hard to find a decent gluten-free meal around but these guys can do it. I went here being a bit apprehensive of the gluten-free pizza but it was INCREDIBLE. I haven't had a pizza that good in a long time. The gluten-free base is a little extra but it is so worth it. They also had a gluten free APA which was delicious. The lady serving us said that a person from the local gluten-free bakery comes in and makes the pizza bases. Absolutely will be back here for another.

Travis Nobles

Really excellent gluten free pizza! Nice little shop with a few Italian specialties too. A bit pricey but it's pretty much the only place in the area with this kind of quality Italian fare.