Review of De Italiaan

Popped by for a drink to see if we liked the look of it (we did!) and glad we pre-booked as by 6pm they were turning people away. Absolutely beautiful vegetarian antipasto platter (aubergine mushroom Broad bean onion basil tomatoes rocket various cheeses. Was followed by gluten free pasta con vongole. No separate gluten free menu but lady said ‘she’d explain’. She never did l, so I asked waiter if I could order gluten free, my choices as above, were fine and got a nod. The food was absolutely beautiful and I was not sick at all. Not even a twinge. I would have preferred it if they’d put a stick in or a napkin to show mine was gluten free (my husband’s looked identical except for the slight shade difference in the pasta). Glad I trusted the waiter, who announced “gluten free” and put my dish down with a flourish as I wouldn’t have wanted to miss eating and drinking here. Outdoor tables have a heated seat pad should you need it and they offer a blanket when the sun goes in! I might move in!

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

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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 lunch
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegetarian options
• Offers outdoor seating
• Reservations recommended