Top 22 Gluten-Free Italian Spots to Explore in Denver

Casey Cromwell

If you’re EVER near Denver, this is a must stop. I live in Colorado Springs and have already warned my partner that their gluten free Nutella pizza will be a pregnancy craving in the future we’re def driving for. 😂 They use gluten removed wheat starch from Italy (celiac safe but not safe for a wheat allergy) and separate prep areas and ovens for gluten free orders. Their fried eggplant is also one of the best meals I’ve ever had from a restaurant. They do have vegan cheese options too.

Tad Rockwell

We had breakfast there twice while staying at the hotel. The service is excellent and the Eggs Benedict was amazing. The use polenta instead of bread and proscuitto instead of the more traditional Canadian bacon. I would like to go back and try dinner here as the ambiance is really cool. Big windows facing the street. I am Celiac and they have lots of Gluten Free options in addition to a dedicated GF prep space. They take it very seriously and I was safe here. The bar area is really cool on the corner of the building.

Norman Shih

Overpriced and disappointing. I ordered the baked al forno, which was described as having a bechamel sauce to it, but was dry as a bone minus what seemed like some sort of consomme drizzled around it. Without a sauce to carry any flavor, it also tasted quite bland. For some reason, they also didn't provide a sharper knife to cut through the pasta, so I had to saw through it with a butter knife. I feel like they may have given me some dairy free version because my partner couldn't have dairy, so I don't know if the service was bad or the food. My partner ordered a ragu with gluten free fusili, which seemed like it came out of a box. Which is fine, but don't charge home made pasta prices for it? If it was home made, it was severely undercooked, so my guess is that the kitchen didn't know gf pasta takes longer to cook. We also asked for cheese on the side and instead didn't receive any cheese until we had to ask for it. We were excited to come here, but I've had better Italian meals at Olive Garden.

B McSnutch

This place was a gem under the previous owners. It had been about a year since I last visited and as soon as I walked in, it felt different. Despite only one table with patrons , almost all the other tables were dirty. There was a very loud vent fan (~70dB) running that made it uncomfortable to be around. We had asked for gluten-free pasta and we’re told that it takes 18 minutes to cook and they’re only open for another 30 minutes. We ordered vodka penne pasta with sausage, shells & sauce, a had a Pelegrino to drink - it was $55. The pasta was a little overcooked thoguh the sauces had good flavor. Sausage was small and clearly had been previously cooked and reheated. It was very tough to cut through and chew. The bread was terrible, slightly stale and looked like Wonder bread shaped in a baguette loaf. The staff was very friendly, though never checked on us after our food was delivered to the table. I get that it’s tough to run a restaurant these days, rent is probably expensive there, but the old restaurant seemed to work really well. They had family recipe lasagna that was delicious and some of the best meatballs I’ve tasted. I wouldn’t even have written a review and would’ve just chalked it up to another now mediocre restaurant if it wasn’t so expensive and a bad value.

Kathleen Di Scipio

Best gluten free pasta I’ve ever had.

Ben Sigal

This is a tale of two dinners. Had it just been my dinner, this would have been 5 stars all the way. Unfortunately, that was not the case. My wife, who has celiac, loved her peach salad, but absolutely disliked their version of a gf pizza. By the time service got back to us for a check in, I was already done with my meal. They did make it up to us with free dessert, but we do wish she had been able to try the gf pasta. I can say the elk bolognese, the pumpkin cheesecake, and the bone marrow appetizer were all out of this world. As mentioned, my wife started with the peach salad and she thought it was delicious and a unique interpretation of the dish. The drinks were also fabulous, though they took way too long to get when we were sitting right next to the bar. All in all, a great meal, and we will be back to see if we can bump it up to a five all the way around.

Eddie Valdez

This was our first time at Kaos, and we loved our pizza! My wife is both gluten and dairy free and Kaos is now her favorite pie in Denver. Thanks so much for not skimping on the toppings. Because she doesn't get cheese, she often ends up with a pizza that is mainly sauce and crust with a few scattered toppings. Not last night! There was a great portion of toppings on her pizza. We will be back. Thanks!

Earl Kent

Great gluten free pizzas!

Jaci Davis

Vegetarian and gluten free dishes clearly marked. All of it is very tasty.

Ann Kingston

Was v impressed by the gluten free option!

Sarah D

Sexy pizza is our go to spot! Their gluten free crust is incredible! And then ranch is so bomb! Maxwell helped us out and was so friendly and helpful!

Christine Talley

Generally very good food and service. I marked down a star because my companion, who is Celiac, was served a dish with a gluten contaminated garnish (which she caught before eating). Human error, but quite serious, nonetheless. Manager did take accountability and apologize.

Tricia Howley

Good food and service. Food was over-salted. Atmosphere a bit crowded with so many tables but we were happy to get in and did enjoy our meal. Gluten friendly!

Valerie Munoz

Some of the best GF Italian I’ve ever had. They were very accommodating to Celiac and were very knowledgeable

JoJo

Justin was absolutely amazing! Will come back just for his amazing service on top of the amazing (and gluten free food). He alP knew the wine menu flawlessly. My favorite place in Denver metro!

Gina W

Beautiful place and wonderful food. Excellent service. Gluten free offerings were so appreciated !

Nancy Rezek

Sexy Pizza is always consistent and delicious. It’s been our staple for years and now they mastered the gluten free crust!

Stacey Goitia

Love the gluten free pizza! My husband had the meatball hero - best he has ever had.

Brooke Engel

It’s always great here! My kids had spaghetti and meatballs and pizza, I had a gluten-free pizza, it was all excellent, and the service was great. It’s clean, super comfortable, good vibes, great specialty pizzas and gelato.

Matt Bakken

We tried dining here on Saturday night, but came to find out when we were seated that there's like a half page manifesto about not handling any allergies (not dietary preferences - actual anaphylactic shock inducing allergies). Their menu explicitly states "do not eat here, it's not worth the risk." Well, you don't have to tell us twice! We found food elsewhere. As an aside, pretty much every other restaurant in Denver can handle this kind of request with modest hygienic kitchen practices. Some restaurants are excellent and proactive about it. Even some cocktail bars ask about allergies now! But hey, that's your choice I guess. So, we decided to leave a mostly-positive (4-star) review to let other allergy-havers know not to come here. After all, they're very clear about not wanting you to eat here! We thought we'd spread the word while not impacting their Google rating too much. For daring to leave a review with 4 stars, about a policy on their menu that they wrote, the owners decided to respond with an absolute tantrum. Check the other reviews - we're definitely not the first people to enrage these psychos. You did an excellent job of making an enemy out of people who would otherwise at least stop in for a glass of wine or a cocktail. So, enjoy your multiple 1 star reviews from everyone in our party, instead of the single 4-star review you would have gotten. You really earned it! Do not give these people your money. --- Edit: Again, see the completely normal response from the owner 😂. I don't have a gluten allergy - someone in our party has a tree nut allergy. And again, that's fine, we can eat elsewhere. We appreciated the warning on the menu. We just wanted to leave a review letting other allergy-havers to also dine elsewhere. That's what you want, right?

Kay Frances

The seafood was excellent! The PEI mussels tasted super fresh. The alcohol-free wine was great too. We had a wonderful evening. Not bad for a gluten-free Italian meal! The staff are very accommodating and welcoming.

Marianna O'Brien

Delicious pizza! want to go back to the the bread. Taste is good and you can request gluten free options (not celiac friendly from what it sounded like).

Dana

Best gluten free pizza I’ve ever had

Sue Paulson

Great restaurant with wonderful service. They had great gluten free options as well!

Subdued Bonsai27

Takeout order went very well, and the gluten free pizza and gluten free cheese honey bread was very yummy!

Eric Hardway

Pizza was good, but maybe take the gluten free garlic bread off the menu

kendra payne

Happy hour must list! Oysters are 1.50 And the baked oysters are 2.50 Great quality and great other options for the fans of typical Italian cuisine. Recommend trying the baked oysters of any variety. I haven't tried the pasta because I'm gluten free but the way this places food tastes, I'm just sure the pasta is insanely delicious.

Bobby McFarling

It is rare to find an Italian restaurant that rises above the mediocrity of fast casual pasta chains claiming to have perfected the taste of Italy. Cattivella makes no claims or boasts about itself. It simply delivers an epicureal exploration of painstakingly crafted flavors. They accommodated my gluten allergy with house made pasta that does not skimp on flavor, texture, or experience. Cattivella has been on my list for a while and I am glad we finally made it in. We will definitely be back.

Ally Kinsey

The margarita pizza awakened my taste buds this evening. The waiter, Eric made sure to read off all the gluten free options in detail when I asked. I am thankful for this so I don’t appear like a whale after dinner. Eric served up good food and good vibes. Will be coming back. 5/5 stars fo sho

Alissa Gadacz

Really good food and so much can be made gluten free. My daughter and I really love coming here! Excellent service also

Rebecca Ballard

Best gluten free pasta in the Denver area!

Gabriel G

Had some friends in town and quickly googled breakfast found Macis nearby. Saw that they had gluten free options for my girlfriend. We all ordered different paninis and they were allll great. The owner was awesome and real friendly. I’m so glad we ended up stopping in and will definitely come

Vicki Walker

We have tried several dishes and every one of them have been excellent. The staff really cares about their customers and is always prompt and attentive. They also have a very good gluten free pizza. And the Monday night special is unbeatable!

Edward Sheen

Have to say went thinking it would be great to hang out and eat some pizza. Since we are gluten free there is a limited but good option. Restaurant was cold and unwelcoming. Decided to get food to go and eat in the car.

Amir Nahavandi

Viale Pizza & Kitchen on South Colorado Boulevard is a surprising gem, especially for its strip mall location. From the moment I walked in, the cozy, inviting atmosphere stood out. Their Denver Diavola pizza hit the perfect balance of spice and flavor, and the braised lamb pappardelle was rich and indulgent—two dishes I can’t wait to order again. What I really appreciated was their attention to dietary needs. Their gluten-free pizza and pasta options were a welcome find, showing they care about making everyone feel included. With friendly service and consistently great food, Viale feels like the kind of neighborhood spot you’d keep coming back to—unexpected in its setting, but delivering far beyond expectations.

Juliadele Male

I had a very disappointing experience here. My friend and I came for restaurant week. I called ahead and asked if they could accommodate a gluten allergy in their restaurant week menu which they said yes of course. When we got there and were ordering, I was informed that they could not substitute gf past or bread for any of the menu items so we could not participate in restaurant week which is the whole reason we went there. When we ordered off the regular menu, they would not substitute proteins so I again, couldn’t order the dish I wanted. Their pizza was tasty but everything else was bland and very mediocre. For a $30+ entree, you should be able to get the meal you want. This place is not worth the money and we will not be going back.

victoria myers

Celebrated a birthday here. Our waitress was great on helping us know how much food we should order. Started with the Strawberry spinach salad- highly recommend. In laws had the veal marsala with a side of garlic noodles. Husband had the meatballs in vodka sauce. I had classic bolognese with gluten free pasta. Would recommend all dishes and would return again.

Ashley Price

I love that this is a full service restaurant within the Warwick hotel! I am gluten free and LOVE the gluten free pizzas! Always cooked to perfection! The service is quick, friendly and attentive! Bartender is always smiling, laughing and joking around making for a fun light hearted environment! Definitely recommend this place for any locals and/or travelers!

Nicole K

Loved this place! Delicious gluten free and corn free pizza with sausage and garlic toppings! The waiter was excellent! He managed us and an entire Rugby team of 17 guys and a family of 6! The atmosphere was cozy and pleasant. My husband enjoyed the spaghetti and the portions were LARGE! We would definitely recommend!!

Kathy Mac

Jameson was a superb waiter: friendly and knowledgeable about gluten-free and dairy-free menu options for a friend of mine. It got a bit too noisy for comfortable conversation among the three of us, but maybe it was our seating as this was the first time I'd noticed "sound" being an issue in this Postino's. GREAT FOOD, GREAT WAIT STAFF, Thank You, Jameson!

Ilina Slavcheva

Great place! We celebrated my husband's birthday there. The food and the menu amazing - simple, but yet exquisite! There are gluten free and vegetarian options! The staff was super friendly and knowledgable! Strongly recommend!

Dale Hanssen

The MOST amazing gluten free pizza dough I’ve had!! We will be back. Great atmosphere!

Tegan

Great food and a thoughtful waiter & chef who accommodated my dietary requirements. There was one pasta which they were able to do gluten and dairy free for me and it was perfect :)

Gabe Arcuri

We’ve been going to Lo Stella for years, and had Christmas Eve dinner this year. Everything was even better than usual. We ordered mostly seafood and pasta. Way above average. We even tried the gluten free pasta. Could only get one type of noodle but you couldn’t tell it was gluten free. Thank you for another great evening.

Samantha Marquez

We got the muscles, the lasagna, a pizza, bruschetta, pasta and got 1 of each dessert lol we were a big party and all of it was amazing! Super tasty and a modern feel of the classic Italian everyone loves. Gluten free options available for pasta and pizza!

Cheyenne Stewart

Wonderful food, especially if you're looking for Italian food with gluten free options. Great drinks as well. Our server, Sam, was so helpful and attentive. Will definitely be going back!

Kendall Spina

Amazing gluten free sandwhich bread/bun. Really impressively good texture. Will order again

Wyatt Kocol

Awesome little local gem! Everything tastes fresh and homemade, and the service is fantastic. I ordered a gluten free pizza and the woman who took my order was careful to make sure it didn’t come in contact with any flour. Definitely a new favorite!

Mary R

Very quaint, cute spot that takes reservations! Amazing food with solid gluten/ grain free options (can sub zoodles or spaghetti squash for pasta - hefty portion!). I had the Bolognese. I think it’s important to remember that our restaurants are having hard times right now! Yes, we did have a little confusion with the staff and our reservation but it got sorted out. The staff was genuine and cared. If you’re in a hurry, go elsewhere! We are grateful we can go out to eat and support a local place.

Inner Me Consignment

Great gluten free pizza!