Top 50 Gluten-Free Italian Havens Across Ohio

Josiah Farr

I was in Columbus for a MTG tournament, and was unfamiliar with the area. I searched for gluten free food, not expecting to find much, but I found Forno. Not only was Molly the waitress absolutely phenomenal. (And she definitely deserves a raise) My experience there was beyond amazing. I've never had a pizza so delicious, I've never had FOOD so delicious. Let alone, a GLUTEN FREE pizza! I liked Forno so much that during my weekend in Columbus I HAD to go there a second time because I wanted to experience it again before I left. 10/10 would go there again, I'd drive from Detroit to Columbus just to experience Forno again.

Veronica XXX

Love the gluten-free pizza.

Isaac Meats

I have only had good experiences at Figlio! I am gluten free (sensitive) and have not had any issues. The workers are very nice and knowledgeable!

Carrie Loukas

That was yum, thanks! I expected beets on the Greek salad for some reason. But you had so much feta, and the peperocini were HUGE so I feel you were trying to make up for it. The gluten free pizzas were great. But the Cuban wasn't available at our location. It's what I really wanted to try.

wed b

I would give 1000 stars if I could. I have a gluten and dairy intolerance and our server, Tyler, made sure I was eating GOOD. He got the kitchen to make gf/df bread specially for me, and was super accommodating explaining the menu items in depth and offering suggestions. He even brought me a plate of steamed veggies with my chicken & pasta. I ended up getting the pasta-your-way with gf gnocchi and grilled chicken, and he brought me a side of steamed veggies. He was accommodating, friendly, and on top of everyones table around us with the same level of service. Did I mention this was Valentine's day, one of their busiest days? This is going to become a regular restaurant for me, thank you Marcella's and thank you Tyler!!

Cory Chapman

A wonderful restaurant with amazing gluten free options. My wife enjoyed her first chicken Parmesan in years here. Very inviting and lovely atmosphere. The lasagna was delicious and the service was prompt. If you don’t want to sit at the bar, make sure to call ahead.

Geoff G

We have wanted to try this place a long time and it does not disappoint! Our waiter was super kind and confidently helped us order with recommendations as needed. Loved the lighting indoors and the outside eating area looked very cozy! (Can't say what their pet policy might be.) The food was stellar from start to finish. The chicken potato carrot soup was simple and refreshing like homemade from Baba. (I'm Macedonian not Italian lol.) Appetizer of fresh mozzarella and tomatoes covered in balsamic was fresh and a good portion for two. Gluten sensitive options that aren't a joke like some other places! She had the gluten free penne with Alfredo. I had the halibut with red sauce and kalamata olives. It was to die for. And a huge portion! We had the pistachio ricotta cake and the chocolate mousse for desert with espresso which was a lovely end to a perfect date night. Thank you so much, Giuseppe's! Look forward to coming again soon.

Hadear Marzooque

Great ambiance; love the candles. I was very impressed with the food quality and taste for celiac dietary restrictions. The in-house gluten free pasta was amazing. Everything was perfectly tasty, professional, classy and memorable

Jean Ann

The kale and quinoa salad is delicious and the gluten free crust margherita pizza is exceptional.

Brian Cataldi

How the mighty have fallen. They ruined our Mother’s Day dinner by serving a clearly medium rare burger when my wife wanted a medium. We sent it back but not before the waiter comes back with the food and tell us “this is our medium here”…the middle was cool in the! We thought it would be 5-10 minutes max for the new burger . 30 minutes later and with everyone else done with their dinner the burger still isn’t out! They offer to comp the meal and give us a free gluten free dessert… however when the food still isn’t out I talk to the owner and tell her the situation. She goes back and then a manager comes over saying they are still working on it and gives me the bill. I tell the manager I’m not paying for anything as this literally ruined our dinner. She goes away, comes back with the food bagged up and says “Here is your food, you can go now”. Both the waiter and the manager were rude during this entire encounter. THEN to top it off, on the way home we get a text from them saying the desserts they sent home were NOT gluten free…and my wife is celiac and the one that all this happened it!! And the last straw was when we got home, check out the burger…the damn thing was still medium rare!!! Check the picture for the 2nd burger and you tell me. After all this they didn’t even fix it. Long story short, they could have made it ok but the long remake, the attitude all around and the continuing mistakes show me this place has lost their touch.

Trudy Crawford

The food was very good and they modified my order to be gluten and dairy free. I got the balsamic chicken and succotash and it was delicious. Highly recommend this restaurant if you have food allergies

Jane Doe

They are fantastic if you are gluten free.

Gianna Chiaramonte

The best gluten free pizza and garlic bread in the north canton area!

Alexis Kozyk

We had a lovely outdoor lunch at the end of summer. I was pleasantly surprised by their gluten free pasta offerings. The calamari and spicy stuffed peppers were awesome. We will be back!

Melissa Porter

A wonderful establishment that is one of the most accommodating places I’ve ever been to.

Brande Marie

Went today waitress was VERY knowledgeable on gluten-free protocol. I got my own bread and my own little plate of oil dip! The pasta was absolutely amazing. The noodles almost gave me the sketch. it was that good! Will be back :)

Xxbecka 07xx

Soooo excited to know that there is actually a pizza place that WILLL. deliver to my house, that has a gluten AND dairy free option!!!! Yay!!! Andddd they are sooo good!!! We got it 2 days in a row! lol

Lara Ellis

Lots of gluten free options. Delicious food and good service.

Allison Glasgow

Their gluten free pizza is amazing!

Benjamin Doviëre

If you have been to torontos before and loved the gluten free pizza like I did, you would be very disappointed that they have changed it to a thinner and crispier crust. It comes out of a box instead of a dough that they make in-house.

Michael Vanderhoff

Our new #1 Italian restaurant for us to hit close by. And as someone with celiac, I very much appreciate the options! The vast majority of the menu was open to gluten-free alternatives, with the exception of two pasta meals. I picked the spaghetti with gluten-free noodles as a baseline, and it exceeded my expectations. My wife chose the lasagna and states it has overthrown the lasagna from Maggianos for her. Definitely make a stop here when you can. Our server was excellent and informative, the drinks were great, and the setting looks like it would be excellent for groups and night time dates as well!

christopher wolfe

One of the best pizzas I have ever had. My wife loved the gluten-free option. She also said it was the best gf pizza she ever had. It's worth the drive to Logan.

Keaton Bonomo

This is a nice place to bring the family for a night out all dressed up. The food was really good and the wine was excellent. I highly recommend the Rigatoni Bolognese. They also had some gluten free options for those who need it.

Jasmine Cano

I’m so grateful for my server. I told him I had a gluten allergy and he went above and beyond to accommodate. They even have my favorite dessert on the menu that is Gluten free and Gluten free pasta. Highly recommend

Liz Love

Really poor experience here. Not enough training on gluten intolerance, my plate was cross contaminated and the wait was insanely long. Then we get home and my daughter starts puking. Overall not impressed. The manager offered me a gift card but I seriously doubt that I will ever go back.

Matthew Key

In area for 3 days, ate here twice cause it was so good. Great menu and service. Lots of gluten free options

OhioFoodie_

This place is fantastic. Soooooo many options, cookies, cupcakes, cakes, donuts, pastries, varoetu breads & also gluten-free options. Everything tasted great and all the employees are so nice and helpful..... FYI - only cash/check

Bailey Connor

Great spot for some homemade gluten free bread and pasta. I had the pennette alla vodka and the gluten free table bread, it was all delicious and server was very pleasant

Tori “tosch” Schneller

My son must be gluten free due to a medical diagnosis. We tried Rapid Fired pizza and when we asked for GF, they immediately asked if it was for an allergy. They changed gloves multiple times, used separate utensils and went above and beyond to make sure our order was GF. The staff was all very well trained and are very knowledgeable about how to keep diners like my son safe. We are thrilled to have a new quick spot to get food as a family. Great job, great GF pizza, and great service. 10/10.

Ami Imbrogno

I came here for the first time last month and have been back two more times. I don't know why it took me so long to come try it (well maybe because parking in Little Italy leaves a lot to be desired). All the food I've had here has been very good, especially the homemade pasta. The noodles were thick and delicious and the sauce had the perfect flavor. I've also had lasagna and the regular crust pizza which were also very good. The portions aren't crazy out of control. I normally avoid gluten because it makes me blow up like a balloon and will only eat it if it's really worth it. Here, it is really worth it. I haven't tried the gluten free crust yet but plan to, I'm glad they have that option it makes me like them even better.

Rebecca Smith

This is the best Italian food I’ve had in a long time. Easily the best Italian food I’ve had in Ohio. I cannot recommend enough. Personally, I eat gluten and dairy free. There were able to accommodate for me and our server, Shelby, was wonderful. The bruschetta was so yummy. They even brought me out gluten free bread and oil when we sat down. I got the gluten free pasta with marinara and grilled chicken and WOW it was AMAZING, the sauce was incredible. AND I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THE BUTTERSCOTCH CRÈME BRÛLÉE (it’s not dairy free but the whole table LOVED IT). I cannot wait to come back!!!

Michael Leenellett

Fantastic menu, gluten free options that don’t suck, wonderful staff! Love this place!

Amy Thomas

Wonderful gluten free pizza!

Jocelyn Freeman

Great gluten free pizza! And I’m picky about GF pizza :) And the salads were tasty too!

Rick Leyser

Gluten-free pasta is awesome

megan murray

I ordered delivery. The gluten-free detroit style pizza was off the charts delicious! I've been diagnosed celiac for 20 years. So trying to find pizza out in the world is always hard. But I was desperate for comfort food after a long week of classes and far from my own kitchen. I knew I was flying home the following day, so I figured what the heck. I'm so glad I did. The dough was like biting into a cloud of deliciousness, topped with a simple yet bright red sauce. The mozzarella and provolone mix was well balanced as well. First time in ages I've had pepperoni too crispy and not super greasy. I added spinach and mushrooms to round it out. My first bite was heaven. The texture, mouth feel and flavor was a master class in cooking. I felt like I was back in Italy picking up a Sicilian slice from the street vendor. The salad was a little heavy with meat and cheese but the lettuce was some of the best I've had as well. I ate it by the handful and it was Devine. I've been in the food business low end to high end for 30 years. These folks are worth the expense if you want a clean and bright mouth filled delight! Run don't walk to get their pizza!

Jose Vazquez

Order gluten free and regular pies. They all tasted great. One of the best gluten free weve tasted across the US. Thanks Ally for the great service.

Annie B

Another trip to Cerino's and another excellent dining experience! We have food allergies and the staff is always careful and accommodating! The servers give great service. Danielle is one of a kind. If you're in the area and like Italian food and/or need a gluten free or low carb option, this is the place to be.

Lauren Canaday

I always order through doordash and it's ready and at my door so quickly! I love their gluten free crust and the amount of options for toppings. You can put as many toppings as you want on the make your own which is a great deal. I've also ordered from here many times and the quality is consistent.

Noah Ryddle

We had a fantastic date night here on 11/5. My husband and I got drinks, appetizers, mains, and dessert (by which I mean we ordered dessert, and I ate most of it). All were amazing! Easily the best restaurant experience I had in recent memory. First off, Kate was our server, and she was fantastic. She was able to offer specific suggestions about the wine list, and help us pick things that I can safely eat (I have celiac disease, so no gluten for me). She was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful, and even checked a few questions that I had for a future visit, just so I knew what I could safely eat. She was on top of everything, and so kind and thoughtful. Thank you, Kate, for an amazing experience! Their house white wine was lovely, and my husband enjoyed his cocktail. I didn't realize until we left that we got a happy hour discount, which was nice. I thought the wine was well priced, and I liked the amount of variety on the menu. Would gladly try some other options next time! As for the meal, I was pleasantly surprised about the sheer variety of options I could safely eat. Obviously no bread, but the gluten free crackers were a nice touch, and I really appreciated that they carry them. We got the mussels and shrimp as appetizers, and both were amazing. The sauce the shrimp were served in was absolutely divine! I really liked having those crackers to scoop up the sauce, and I bet diners without dietary restrictions could make good use of some bread here. For entrees, we chose the chicken piccata and beef tips. Both came with a salad, which was nice and simple. I saw other reviews brought up bagged lettuce, but both of ours had a nice amount of mixed greens, so I don't know if they've changed their ingredients, but the lettuce we got was of good quality, and tasted fresh. The house Italian dressing was delicious, with a solid cheesy flavor, but a bit on the salty side. Would still order it again, but I'd be a little conservative with the amount I used (dressing was served on the side, which I like). Chicken piccata was good (love me some capers!), but the beef tips were the real winner here! Great char on the beef, plenty of onions and mushrooms, and so much flavor! We ordered them with the mashed potatoes, which were perfect. The gluten free pasta we got with the chicken was well cooked, but I think I'd go for the potatoes again. They had multiple different sauces that were gluten free -- I can't wait to try them all! We also got dessert, which was a chocolate cake of some kind. I really liked the caramel drizzle it was served with -- it was a little less sweet, and gave the whole dessert some real dimension. And, I mean, just having any dessert available that's gluten free won my Celiac heart over without a fight. Basically, my review is so long because I've been thinking about this meal since we've left. We already have plans to come back, and I'm counting the days. Thank you, Marconi's, and thank you, Kate! Can't wait to visit again!

Larry Snashall

One of my best dining experiences. I am supposed to stay Gluten-free and this restaurant made it easy. They had several great choices. The total wait staff catered to my needs and communicated with each other. Even the delivery helper knew my order and needs. My entre, appetizer, bread and desert were all outstanding. I'll be back soon!

Jamie Nicoletti

I had a gluten-free pizza. It is so delicious. I will always get my gluten-free pizzas at Joey’s. Thank you so much.

Tiffany Schlater

Service cocktails, and ambience were amazing!! The food however, Was a bit disappointing. The grapefruit cosmopolitan were delicious. All of the food LOOKED good. The Whipped ricotta looked beautiful, but had very little flavor except for a lot of lemon, which was not even listed in the ingredients on the menu. We sent this back. The burrata was fine, but under seasoned. Tomato focaccia (free bread) was delicious. Carbonara pasta was overcooked mush, very little flavor and we sent it back. The rigatoni pasta was well cooked, but the tomato sauce had very little flavor and was very thin. The special was short ribs and polenta. It was good however there was a very strange and strong flavor of lemon in the polenta. I have celiac disease and was excited to see gluten free gnocchi on the gluten free menu. However, after I tried to order it, they explained to me that this was not gluten free even though it was on the gluten-free menu. My dinner companion did not have Celiac.

Alexis Baxter

Went out for my mothers birthday dinner. There was 11 guests in total. Heather, was our waiter this evening. She did an excellent job! And was so friendly. Drinks were always filled and so much more. Our food was all excellent as well. I enjoyed the eggplant rollatini. It was so good and highly recommended! They have a variety of gluten-free options. My daughter and husband both have allergies and the accommodated very good.

Debbie Kim

I love the gluten free pizzas. The crust is great & everyone is always very nice!

Maria Fisher

They are very accommodating for food allergies and have gluten-free pasta. Also, the service and atmosphere were both great. However, I have a few complaints: the pasta needed more salt and/or seasoning and was a very small portion for what we paid and we left still feeling hungry. Typical for a fancy restaurant I suppose though. Another complaint is that my wine tasted stale like it came from a bottle they opened a week ago.

mike arnett

We love JoJo’s. My daughter is gluten and dairy free. They. Put vegan cheese on a GF crust and she is good to go. Always excellent service as well

Dale Truman

My wife and I were visiting my daughter and son in law for Father's Day and we went to Vittoria's. We were treated to an outstanding dinner. I had chicken Piscataway and it was delicious. I shared one of their famous HUGE meatballs with my son in law and it was excellent and the sauce was equally as good. The most impressive thing was the attention given to my wife who has celiac. Not only was her chicken salad very good, but they surprised her with bread that she said was the best she has ever had. The service was also exceptional. We are anxious to go again.

Amanda Schneider

I am so very disappointed that you stopped selling gluten free pizza. With no warning! I just bought one a week in a half ago and no one said anything about discontinuing it to me. I have been a loyal customer for so many years and now I will never go back because I can't eat anything there!

Shelby Edwards

Really small but cute interior with delicious pizza! I've never had gluten free pizza taste this good AND I wasn't glutened!!!