Ciao Bella

They were very accommodating. I ordered the white wine clam sauce with gluten free pasta. Gluten free pasta is what it is but I’m just appreciative that it was an option. I was with others that eat gluten. If dining outside, you’re by water with lots of carp. My 2 year old grandson enjoyed breaking off little pieces of bread from bread basket and feeding the fish. Others were doing the same. There was a great regular menu, kids menu, and options for us that are gluten free.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

I ordered the salmon salad which was delicious. My son had the gf pizza with sausage which he liked. My husband isn't gf and had an Italian sandwich which he liked alot. Service was good. No dedicated fryer. Menu says gf pasta but I didn't check on cross contamination.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

I ordered a gluten free and dairy free pizza. It came out with the cheese cold and unmelted. When I asked for some pasta instead my pasta came out so undercooked and cold I couldn’t even eat it. The manager was not apologetic. Very disappointing.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Poor

My son has celiac and he gets a salad, gluten free bread and gluten free pizza when we dine here. The staff is great and the manager is awesome! Would recommend.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers outdoor seating
• Reservations recommended

Loved it! Celiac girl here!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Was told almost everything is available GF, though a Red lentil penne was the only pasta available, it was very good! Since I’m Gluten sensitive, not celiac, I didn’t ask about cross-contamination (it usually doesn’t bother me), but I didn’t get sick or have that heavy feeling that too much gluten won’t digest! I had the Alfredo with Shrimp and the GF Penne.

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Gluten free tiramisu. Do I need to say anything more? Well, I can!! Many items on the menu are marked gluten free or can be modified to be gluten free. The kitchen modified chicken Parmesan by using grilled chicken instead of breaded and fried and using gluten free pasta.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

This place was excellent!! I found this place on this app and from the raving reviews we decided to try it out. The gluten free flatbread that they served for a slight up charge instead of the bread basket was delicious to dip in their olive oil and herb mix. I got the Lobster al Forno made with gluten free penne pasta. It was amazing! My husband had the calabrese pizza made gluten free with a cauliflower crust. He let me taste it and it was probably the best gluten free pizza I’ve ever had. He loved it just as much as I did! This place impressed us so much. Especially after coming back from Put in Bay where we had so much trouble trying to find a tasty gluten free meal. We will definitely be back when we are in the area.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

I have Celiac disease and this is by far my favorite place to eat and one of the safest places for me to dine. Almost all of their pastas and sauces are available in a gluten free version.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked
• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for takeout

They will bring out gluten free bread for a slight upcharge, but i had to ask for it, it was not offered even after I said I was gluten intolerant. Many pizzas and pastas have a gluten free option. I had the bolognese which was delicious. They even offer a gluten free tiramisu but I was too full!

Have eaten here several times and never gotten sick. Menu is clearly marked and staff is knowledgeable

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Ciao Bella is great! Staff very knowledgeable about GF & celiac disease. All food dishes are great, many options. Christina at the bar is awesome. Great Italian margarita, I sub the mix for fresh lime juice, it’s amazing!! She is the best! Been there several times, always top notch on every level! My go to place!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Food was fantastic! They brought a gluten free flatbread to enjoy with the dipping oil & my meal. Also, they make a GF tiramisu cup, using GF ladyfingers that was awesome. The server was knowledgeable about GF in general & their options, which I appreciated.

Felt very confident that proper care was taken in preparing my meal. Much appreciated! Really enjoyed my pizza. My husband had regular lasagna and thought it was pretty good.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

While they offer most everything as a GF option, GF pasta was overdone to mush. The sauce was bitter and the meatballs were tough. Safe, but not delicious.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Great GF options and great prices! We had to take ours to go and the service was still great. I tried the pizza and the lobster with GF pasta, both great dishes!

Amazing gf pizza. Great knowledgeable service!! A must!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Absolutely delicious and the gluten free menu is great! The gluten free bread is good also. Love the gluten free pizza! My husband loved his lasagna (not gf).

Celiac friendly?

Yes

What a little piece of heaven for us Celiac’s! Service was amazing as well as the food. Thank you:)

Celiac friendly?

Yes

This place was awesome. Great gluten free options, including gluten free appetizer bread for the yummy herb and oil dip and home made gluten and dairy free sorbet for dessert. Our server, Liz, was super conscientious and well informed about dietary restrictions. Would absolutely recommend this place.

Great food, many GF options and great service!

Great place to eat and my family had no reactions after the meal. Gluten free bread is additional cost but good. Any pasta dishes except ravioli or lasagna can be made gluten free. Lunch menu offers more specials/combos. We didn't try the pizza but had gluten free of that too. Waiter was knowledgeable about gluten free items.

Food was absolutely incredible. Staff was fabulous with making sure everything was celiac friendly. They even have gluten free bread for a small charge the will bake for you for the oil/spices. Highly recommended from this GF foodie!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Had the Lobster El Forno with gf noodles and was delicious. They also have cooked to order gf bread. No reaction at all! Great place! Definitely recommend.

It was amazing! I am gluten free and vegan!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Thus place is a gem. The wait staff is very knowledgeable and accommodating, and the gf options are plentiful. My wife ordered a pasta special and they were happy to modify it to gf pasta...which we had to actually double check because the pasta was so good we thought it might be a mistake!

Excellent place for Italian, worry-free. Worth going off the beaten path a little.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Food was delicious! We need to eat gluten, dairy (milk) and shellfish free and there were plenty of options for us. Loved that they had a gf flatbread ($1) for dipping in oil and seasonings. The gf pasta dishes were great!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

This place was amazing!!! The food was phenomenal as was the service. They even allowed me to eat with my 85-pound dog on the patio. They brought out water for him. I had the bacon-ham Mac n cheese, and it was wonderful. I also had the dates. The dates were delicious but rather sweet. The bread was more like a pizza crust/sweet flat bread. However, it was still quite good with oil.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac son and ncgs daughter thoroughly enjoyed the gf bread before the meal and having gf pasta! And best part was great portion sizes. They were knowledgeable and accommodating.

Simply amazing gf food. A must try.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

This place was the best! Gluten free bread, many menu options, and even gluten free tiramisu! The bacon wrapped dates and salmon are amazing! I can't wait to go back!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

We had the gluten free bread, gf seafood ravioli, gf soup and salad...they were amazing! Then we followed it up with a coffee and a gf tiramisu -- wow! Great food and I didn't get sick..and I got worried at first because the menu didn't show but two salads that were gf. There are many choices, just have to ask them to explain.

delicious!

Short drive from Cedar Point, all highway once you get of Sandusky. Lovely resteraunt, my daughter loved their gf bread and had a gf pasta dish.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Delicious! Gluten free pizza is fabulous! Plus gluten free desserts!

Many gluten free options which are excellent. Best gluten free pizza that I've had. Pastry chef also makes fantastic GF desserts.

Absolutely amazing gluten free food! Most items could be made gluten free. They even have bread for only $1 to dip in oil and herbs. The fettuccini Alfredo with added chicken was the best I have ever had. My friend had the Bella club on gluten free bread. She almost ordered another one to go because it was so good. Wait staff very knowledgeable and helpful.

They are one of my favorite places to eat and absolutely DELICIOUS! Everyone I have interacted with is extremely knowledgeable and aware of avoiding contamination.

Celiac friendly?

Yes