DiFebo's Restaurant

They only had one gluten free pasta on the menu which varies daily. Not a huge variety of gluten free options other than that, and no gluten free menu but they are flexible with orders and said they could make anything for me. After seeing another review, I specified that the water and utensils had to be separate and they said that is normal practice they follow for every allergy, so I assumed that they made changes sense then. My sister who is also gluten free had their fish special without the breaded crust and enjoyed it a lot. They serve gluten free bread as well, which is just Udis buns but it is a nice option. I had a penne pasta with Alfredo sauce and added grilled chicken it was pretty good! I recommend calling before and asking what the gluten free options are, because the menu that we saw was not accurate, and the waiters said they change it frequently. I have celiacs and I did not get sick!

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

— Very

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?

— Excellent

Doesn’t seem to be celiac safe! I called to ask about GF carryout options and they initially told me they had GF, but then when I asked about it they said they cook all the pasta in the same water. When I asked them about any allergy precautions they said they cook it in the same water and there’s nothing they could do. I ordered elsewhere.

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

— Not at all

I have been here a few times. I am not celiac but my server checked with me when I asked about the gluten free pasta. If you are clear with them on home many rolls you want they will only bring that amount. It is a $4 extra change for the gf pasta and the roll at the time I’m posting this. It is also marked on the menu. They have gluten free ravioli, spaghetti, and penne. However they are not all available all the time. It depends on what they have during the week and how busy they are. Everything is delicious!

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 takeout
• Offers outdoor seating

Ate here last summer vacation and had the worst glutenation experience since I was a GF newbie. I was vomiting for hours after eating here. The menu item was labeled gluten free but clearly was not.

Celiac friendly?

No

Not many gluten free items. Gluten free sauce was just like eating tomatoes- no taste- will not go back

Double checked with waiter and made sure he understood our daughter had celiac. He checked with the kitchen to be sure what she wanted to order was in fact GF. He completely understood the importance. She got her meal and started eating. Asked me to taste it. It was regular pasta. Thank GOD she realized the difference and questioned it after a few bites. The waiter apologized and said it was his fault he never indicated GF on the order! Manager apologized and took 30% off the check. Really? They poisoned her and only offered to “discount” our meal?? We picked this place for dinner because of their GF selection, but will not be back.

Celiac friendly?

No

Definitely celiac friendly. Delicious Italian food. Even had GF ravioli !!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Bad start - out of GF Ravioli & manager said “it’s midweek, Friday we’ll have it” (tomorrow), implying they often run out. Brought me GF penne dish vs GF spaghetti as ordered, didn’t think to mention since “both are GF”. The good news? Very expensive, but great atmosphere. Be warned - GF rolls are $4! Food is GREAT, manager apologized & now understands more, GF dessert (white choc creme brûlée) was amazing! Good recovery! Portions are HUGE here & don’t get the peppers appetizer unless you LOVE super hot & spicy, hot as habaneros.

Although they did not have a gluten free menu, the staff was knowledgeable about what was and was not gluten free. Good food and good atmosphere.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

excellent and staff was knowledge

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Great gluten free options. Be VERY cautious. They push GF bread and other specialities and then charge you dearly for them. $4 rolls add up fast when you think they are free. The management was nasty when I questioned them about it.

Always an excellent Italian meal. The wait staff are knowledgeable and helpful. DiFebo's will adjust menu items for gluten-sensitive patrons whenever possible. Highly recommended.

My husband was craving his Italian fix and called ahead to make sure there was GF pasta... Great and knowledgeable staff... My Brie and shrimp pasta dinner was superb! Had a good GF roll to dip in flavored oil....Topped off with creme brûlée -I am in heaven!