Discover the best gluten-free restaurants in Florence, perfect for travelers with celiac disease. Enjoy delicious, safe dining options!
Delicious Dining Options for Celiac-Friendly Travelers in the Heart of Tuscany
Florence is a remarkable destination for those seeking gluten-free food options. With a burgeoning scene of restaurants and cafés catering to gluten-free diets, the city offers a diverse array of culinary experiences. Travelers can indulge in delicious meals without compromising their dietary restrictions, making it an attractive spot for anyone with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.
One noteworthy resource for gluten-free dining in Florence is Catalin from @celiacinitaly, who has extensive knowledge about navigating the local food landscape while managing celiac disease. Her insights can be invaluable for visitors looking to explore the city’s gastronomy safely. With several visits under her belt, she continually discovers new and exciting gluten-free dining options, enhancing her experiences in this beautiful Italian city.
Deliciously Safe: A Celiac’s Culinary Journey Through Florence
Hello hello and welcome back Florence is my favorite city to visit maybe in the whole world if not only for its history architecture and overall vibes but definitely for its gluten-free eating It’s truly such a dream We’ve been there three times since I’ve been diagnosed with celiac disease and it genuinely gets better every time we visit Some of.
My favorite things to do include seeing the David and other art at the Uffizi Gallery climbing the bell tower to see the Duomo walking across the Ponttovecio Bridge watching the sunset at Piaza Michelangelo and of course eating the best gluten-free food ever I’m going to share the eight restaurants that I personally ate at while saving my.
Favorite meal for last So stay tuned As always I have celiac disease and I’m sharing my personal experience I felt confident eating at these restaurants but always do your own research and ask your own questions to ensure they meet your specific needs as things can change Now let’s get into it Up versus Grom which is a popular Italian gelato chain.
Known for its 100% gluten-free and high-quality gelato made with fresh ingredients Their Florence location is right near the Duomo and it offers a variety of flavors toppings and of course gluten-free cones My favorite flavor was the tiramisu but every flavor I tried was so good In a random note I found on my phone the official rankings.
Of the Celiac Sera Explorers go as followed Tiramisu Stratacella Strawberry Crema Degro Mango and Chocolate They are even accredited by the AIC An AIC accreditation is a certification granted by the Italian Celiac Association to establishments that meet strict standards for gluten-free food preparation protocols safety and.
Training I’m just going to talk about that a lot so keep that right there Chiro and Suns is a family-owned Italian restaurant located in Florence historic center They have a diverse menu featuring traditional Italian dishes including gluten-free and lactoseree options that are marked on the menu They are not dedicated gluten-free but they.
Are accredited by the AIC and they have a commitment to accommodating guests with dietary restrictions and almost everything on the menu can be made gluten-free I’ve been here a few times and the staff are always very knowledgeable about cross contact They bring out gluten-free bread that’s grilled and warm but honestly it’s a bit.
Dry in my opinion However the fried cheese platter as an appetizer was absolutely amazing I mean it was a bunch of fried cheese so it’s really hard to go wrong there And they did confirm that it was a dedicated gluten-free fryer I’ve had the pasta there and it’s decent The pasta itself was good I did see some other reviews recently about how.
Americanized the dishes are and I definitely think I agree with that Also I definitely got the pizza once and would not really recommend it because the crust completely fell apart And although they said it was safe from cross contact I’m not sure if it was cooked in the same oven as the other glutenous pizzas So definitely just.
Double check We also got the creme brulee which was amazing Also if you’re curious I had a gluten-free Italian translation card from Equal Eats You can use code Sarah for 10% off cards explaining celiac and other allergies in multiple languages which are super handy for travel Quinoa is a dedicated gluten-free restaurant certified by the.
AIC with lots of delicious options It was the first 100% gluten-free restaurant in the city established in 2014 It’s located near the Duomo and nearby the hotel we stayed at So right after we landed in Florence we were right to the restaurant for dinner We got the shrimp had tied to Split Everything was so good There were lots.
Of options and they catered to other dietary restrictions too So I recommend Rositaria Malli Feren is a dedicated gluten-free restaurant specializing in traditional Veronese risoto dishes Their menu has so many different kinds of rice-based dishes but especially the risoto They brought out some gluten-free bread that was honestly a little bit dry.
But then we ordered the aranchchini and it was amazing I don’t think I’ve ever met a ball of fried rice that I haven’t liked I ordered the wild boar risoto which was delicious And KJ ordered the pistachio risoto which was an interesting flavor It was pouring rain the night we went here and it was such a cozy vibe with such heartwarming food I.
Will definitely try it again and in other locations They also have locations around Italy including Verona Rome Milan and they also have a location in New York City too Real quick if you’re liking this video don’t forget to like and subscribe to see more gluten-free travel and really help me connect with more people Thanks Aeria Elesco is one.
Of my favorite restaurants in Florence and it’s number four on this list which is saying something about how many great restaurants there are in the city It’s located down a side street close to the Ponttovecio and it’s accredited by the AIC They have a separate gluten-free menu with a lot of options including handmade pasta The gluten-free bread was.
A nice offering but it was pretty dry So you’re going to want to eat it right when it’s served so it’s still warm and not too dry The best pasta that I got was the truffle pasta I literally could dream about eating this or just look at it every day It’s gorgeous I also had the pasta with wild boar sauce a couple of times The first time the pasta was.
Fresh and thick but the second time it didn’t taste like that great and it was very basic They also have some great wines and a great atmosphere I highly recommend it for lunch or dinner Mr Pizza is also one of my favorite gluten-free restaurants period It is a popular pizzeria with a location right near the Duomo so a bit in a touristy.
Area And they offer delicious pizzas that can be made for all guests to enjoy by offering traditional gluten-free lactoseree and vegan pizzas They are accredited by the AIC and have a lot of protocols and procedures in place to ensure no cross contact including a dedicated gluten-free kitchen space and utilizing separate equipment including a.
Dedicated gluten-free pizza oven That is huge The gluten-free pizzas are distinctly marked with a special flag and are even served on uniquely colored plates to ensure clarity and safety And wow is it good Yes the gluten-free crust is so fluffy and delicious I don’t even remember all of the flavors that I’ve had because I’ve probably had over five.
Different kinds but each one has been so delicious Also KJ my fianceé the gluten eater loves eating here And although he does eat gluten-free with me most of the time it’s nice to have a restaurant that can make me a safe gluten-free pizza and make him a glutenous pizza He does think that the gluten-free pizza crust tastes very good and similar to the glutenous.
One though Oh love Mr Pizza Scrano is a dedicated gluten-free establishment in Florence offering a variety of Italian dishes including sandwiches pizzas pastas and desserts They operate multiple locations each providing a unique dining experience They’re a little bit different The first one I’m going to talk about is here They serve.
Traditional Florentine fkaca sandwiches with various fillings We have stopped in here each time we’re in Florence because it’s so convenient and delicious My favorite sandwich is probably the mortaza but it’s really hard to go wrong They also offer choli which are traditional Florentine fried dough balls that are both crispy on the outside and.
Soft on the inside They are filled with a creamy mixture of cheese and fresh truffle And let me tell you I am forever changed because I had this meal It was so good Now I’m just hungry And that brings us to the number one spot the other Scrano location Asteria Delosano It’s a dedicated gluten-free restaurant located in Florence It’s renowned for.
Its handmade gluten-free pasta and lactoseree recipes And they offer a variety of dishes including ravioli tiramisu and a selection of different breads and desserts I think I ordered the telagate with sweet peppers and bacon and it was amazing And Ka got the also delicious I think next time I would order a truffle dish or carbonara Oh and.
Of course we had to get the cholei again And yes it was absolutely delicious You absolutely need to go We also went here with our friend Catalene aka Celiac in Italy And if you’re not already following her definitely go check her out for a local experience in Italy So is Florence on your gluten-free bucket list Definitely let me know in the.
Comments below And that’s a wrap on everything I ate in Florence and you need to add it to your gluten-free bucket list I’ll see you next time
