Bella Trattoria

27 recent ratings
$$ • Italian Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Popular gluten-free menu items: Gnocchi, Pasta
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25 ratings

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3854 Geary Blvd
San Francisco, CA 94118

Most Recent Reviews


Celiac
1 week ago

Had such a nice, safe experience! They clearly know about celiac and cross contamination (they made sure to note they use fresh water for GF pasta, that they bake bread in their kitchen, and their menu is clearly marked). I had their gnocchi (GF!), everyone else had glutinous pasta. We were all happy with our food and the vibes. We’ll definitely be back! (Note: I never give five hearts to places that aren’t 100% GF, but I felt very safe here)

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  • — Gnocchi, Pasta
Symptomatic Celiac
1 month ago

Loved the Gnocchi. I had no reaction

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  • — Gnocchi
1 month ago

Very knowledgeable staff and they were quick to offer alternatives! They brought out other little bites because I couldn’t have the bread. I’ve been multiple times and loved it every time. Highly recommend the ox tail bolognese if it’s offered as a special. I dream of it.

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  • — Gnocchi, Pasta
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  • — Good for dairy-free

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This establishment is NOT a dedicated gluten-free facility and may not be safe for those with celiac disease. Please contact the establishment directly to inquire about safety precautions.
Information contained in this listing is based on reports by the community. Please verify all information directly with the establishment.

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1 month ago

Great Gluten free options! Best Gnocchi I’ve ever tasted and it’s gluten free!

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  • — Gnocchi, Pasta
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  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
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  • — Good for dairy-free
Celiac
4 months ago

Our waitress was very knowledgeable and right away marked my order to be cooked in fresh water. She was also watching over us to make sure no one would bring us bread or create any incidents of cross contact. There were loads of options and I was even able to order the butternut squash gnocchi and was so excited as I haven’t had gnocchi since my diagnosis. Highly recommend!

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Symptomatic Celiac
4 months ago

This was hands down the BEST gluten free pasta I've ever had!!! I don't know what the other reviews are talking about when they say they don't like the gnocchi, but I thought it was AMAZING - so soft and pillowy in texture, it just melts in your mouth. I got the squid ink gnocchi because I miss squid ink pasta and it was everything I wanted it to be. They were really good about telling me what could be made GF or was naturally GF on the menu. I explained I was pretty sensitive celiac and they said they cook all the gnocchi in separate pasta water and they always let the kitchen know when it's celiac/an allergy. I also got the olives and the toasted almon and fig gelato. If I lived in SF, I'd be here ALL THE TIME!!

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  • — Gnocchi, Risotto, Pasta
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Celiac
5 months ago

I’m glad this worked for others but it didn’t for me. The food was not amazing and then I still got sick after.

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  • — Gnocchi
Celiac
5 months ago

The staff was very friendly and accommodating. I have not really had gnocchi before, but the gnocchi was fluffy and tasty. Overall a great experience and I would come back

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6 months ago

Went to try the gluten free gnocchi. It was good but not amazing. The panna cotta for dessert was incredible 10/10 panna cotta

6 months ago

I am a sensitive celiac and this restaurant was amazing! Best panna cotta I’ve ever had in my life. As well as the gnocchi!!

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7 months ago

Very accommodating and delicious.

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Celiac
7 months ago

Very knowledgeable staff on gluten safety for celiacs.

Gluten Intolerant
8 months ago

Worth the hype. The gnocchi is magical like how is it that fluffy and maintains structural integrity? Wow. They were very knowledgeable about allergies- and when they brought bread for my partner they brought complimentary little rolls of grilled artichoke with fresh mozzarella in them as my alternative. There are also so many gf desserts and cocktails too

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  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Gnocchi for the gods
Celiac
9 months ago

The gnocchi is amazing. I am a sensitive celiac, and I had no reaction.

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Asymptomatic Celiac
1 year ago

Numerous gluten free options including the gnocchi which was excellent. A nice doing room and very attentive service. I especially appreciated the gluten free beer!

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  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Symptomatic Celiac
1 year ago

was excited to come here because of the reviews, but theres not many veggie options, and the pasta was a bit underwhelming. the gnocchi is where its at. we must have also gone on an off night as we did not have the warm and gracious welcome others did. we had bread delivered as we sat down, and wasnt asked about allergies when we declined it. no complementary anything which is totally fine and not expected, but our server was quite distracted and i had to double check if my pasta was safe because he wasnt very clear if they would take precautions. regardless, i didnt feel sick after so thats a win!

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Celiac
1 year ago

Echoing what others have said. The Gnocchi is amazing. Some of the best I've had. Also definitely get the polenta antipasti dish. Absolute heaven. Service was wonderful as well and the restaurant has a great cozy, neighborhoody and unpretentious vibe.

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  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Celiac
1 year ago

GO HERE! AMAZING!!! The second i sat down I was asked about allergies. I said I had a gluten allergy and the waiter listed all the gluten free options, informed me the pasta was all cooked separately and then brought be a special gluten free app instead of bread!! The food was amazing. Almost all of it can be made gluten free. The service was incredible, I tipped almost 30% because I was so impressed. Incredibly knowledgeable and helpful staff, fantastic food and a great vibe all around. Wish I lived here so I could come here all the time!!!

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
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  • — Knowledgeable staff
  • — Other dedicated equipment
  • — Staff accommodates
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  • — Healthy options
  • — Dinner
  • — Lunch
  • — Good for kids
Celiac
1 year ago

Got the gf gnocchi, it was very tasty. Couldn’t have the free bread but the offered me a free dessert instead

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Celiac
1 year ago

Softest gnocchi of my life, like melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Had 5 different GF gnocchi options to choose from and they had GF penne as well. We had beef carpaccio and a ceaser salad for appetizers and were given a complimentary panna cotta for dessert. The staff here were so friendly and entertaining, would 100% come back.

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  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
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  • — Knowledgeable staff
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  • — Dinner
Symptomatic Celiac
1 year ago

Our server was very knowledgeable on the menu, and what was gluten free and what wasn’t. She gave us grilled polenta instead of bread, without being asked. I had gf gnocchi and it was amazing! All pastas can be made gf, and the gnocchi is all gf already.

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  • — No gluten-free information on the menu
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  • — Knowledgeable staff
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  • — Dinner
1 year ago

I celebrated my birthday here with my celiac kids. The gnocchi is all gluten free and so delicious. The server was very knowledgeable about what we could and couldn’t have. Very fun, safe evening

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Celiac
1 year ago

The gluten free spinach gnocchi just melts in your mouth! It was ammmmazing! The fried polenta cubes were delicious too and everyone who worked there were so nice! Definitely recommend. I didn’t get sick and I’m extremely sensitive normally!

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  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Celiac
1 year ago

Love the food, atmosphere, everything.

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1 year ago

Unbelievable food! The GF gnocchi is amazing! Tastes like Italy. Service is excellent too.

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  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Celiac
2 years ago

All their gnocchis are gluten free without substitutions. The one made with spinach, Gorgonzola bechamel, and mushrooms was incredible! I also tried the Sorrentina and it wasn’t nearly as good. I had no gluten reaction. My friends had gluteny pasta dishes that they loved. Definitely a good place to take a small group, but be sure to make a reservation.

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  • — No gluten-free information on the menu
Gluten Sensitive
2 years ago

Wonderful experience and beyond wonderful meal. Gluten free lentil minestrone and gluten free spinach gnocchi were to die for! Servers and owner/manager all very warm, friendly and knowledgeable about gluten. Can’t praise this place enough! Best meal ever!

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  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Gluten Intolerant
2 years ago

Bellissimo! Outstanding meal and owner Luca, extremely knowledgeable about GF items as well as cross-contamination! Fantastic meal - highly recommend! And for those who miss it - unbelievable GF gnocchi!!!

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  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
2 years ago

Absolutely best GF experience at an Italian restaurant. Staff was not only very knowledgeable but extremely friendly. Service was excellent, food was amazing. I split the gnocchi as an appetizer and had the Not Carbonara with GF penne as my main. My husband who is not GF ordered a non GF dish (Chicken Picatta) and said it was by far the best he'd had. We're visiting from out of town but will be back next time we're here.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
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  • — Knowledgeable staff
  • — Staff accommodates
Symptomatic Celiac
2 years ago

This place has a gluten free pasta option and their gnocchi is gluten free! This was my first time having Gnocchi and it was absolutely amazing! The staff were very knowledgeable about what was gluten free and what wasn’t! So many options are available!

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2 years ago

The gnocchi is outstanding. It melts in your mouth. They use russet potatoes and roll with a non glutenous rice flour. They also have gluten free penne

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  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
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  • — Knowledgeable staff
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  • — Outdoor seating
  • — Online ordering
  • — Dinner
  • — Takeout
Celiac
3 years ago

The manager said their gluten free pastas aren’t safe for celiacs. You have a choice of 2 seafood entries. The server didn’t know how to order for a celiac and had to call over the manager. Whenever a manager tells you they can’t “guarantee” against cross contamination you know it’s not a good place for celiacs. Very very pricey and it was an hour before we got our food. One of those places I was so sure I would get sick from but luckily didn’t, would have been terrible barfing up an entree that was $40 for 4 pieces of fish.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
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  • — Healthy options
  • — Good for kids
Symptomatic Celiac
4 years ago

Charming, quaint restaurant. Ordered the eggplant parmesan and it was delicious. Definitely will be returning to try gluten free pastas!

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5 years ago

This was hands down one of the best Italian restaurants we’ve been to. One of my kids has celiac and got the gnocchi (homemade made with rice flour)- incredible! All of the pastas can be substituted with GF pasta. Great, intimate atmosphere. We loved it!

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Celiac
5 years ago

The gnocchi is amazing, probably best I've had - and I lived Italy for a year!

Celiac
6 years ago
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7 years ago
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12 years ago

Was excited to go here after reading the positive reviews. We had a fun evening but our Carbonara was a small,cold lump of sticky, dry spaghetti. Would of sent it back but did not want to ruin the vibe of the evening. Service was slow , but friendly and the total bill was very pricey .

12 years ago

Wonderful food and service. The swap in pasta they have is a corn base, but most everything on the menu is Able to be GF. Amazing wine selection and desserts.

12 years ago

This place was so delicious and the manager was so accommodating of my gluten and dairy intolerance. The cocktails were great too!

12 years ago

Charming, well priced restaurant. Gluten free pasta available for most entrees. Waiter was incredibly helpful in being certain my dishes were GF. Food was excellent. I will return here.

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