Review of The Original Italian Pizza & Restaurant

I’m always skeptical ESPECIALLY going to a pizza shop. My husband and I had the most delicious meal. The fries and chicken strips are cooked in a separate fryer and the pizza was baked in a separate oven. All food is prepared separately and they have a FULL gluten free menu, not just a few things.

The owner stopped by our table and I shared with him how it’s so hard to find (good) gf food. He said his best customers are gluten free and he really takes it seriously to insure nothing leaves the kitchen contaminated. He educated himself and passed along to his employees. He was SUPER friendly as was the entire staff. They even have a small market with gluten free baked goods and packaged items.

This restaurant is an hour from our home and it will not be the last visit. Aside from the pizza dough being a little undercooked, it was the best gluten free I’ve had in the 7 years since my celiac diagnosis. It’s the closest to regular dough I can remember.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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