Gianni's Restaurant Aruba

Delicious food with gf penne cooked in separate water. Waitstaff was knowledgeable and kitchen was able to shift around to accommodate my needs.

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

We had an amazing dinner here tonight! I had the special lobster & shrimp with a vodka cream sauce over GF penne. Coffee was amazing too! They were very knowledgeable about GF and cross contamination.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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 dinner
• Good with other allergies
• Offers outdoor seating
• Reservations recommended

The gf spaghetti with pesto sauce was excellent! Waiter recommended a flourless chocolate cake for dessert and it was awesome! We will be back for sure!

Gf spaghetti available :) very good. Gf items marked on the menu

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

We sat in the pizza section if this restaurant. The GF pizza is made from scratch so you may want to check first if they are making GF as last week they said were out of the ingredients until their order came in from Italy. I had the spicy salami pizza which was similar to pepperoni but had a little higher heat factor IMO. The crust is thin but really tasty! ❤🍕

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

— Somewhat

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

Got gluten free Alfredo pasta, they brought out a different dish and the server stated that it was vodka sauce with gluten free pasta and they couldn’t accommodate my original order as the Alfredo wasn’t gluten free. I was reassured multiple times that this new dish was gluten free, after eating it my actual dish came out and the waiter looked as nervous as I did. I then took my Alfredo dish and had a couple bites and the sauce tasted like flour. Not good.

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

— Not at all

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/None

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

— Poor

Have gluten free pasta. Ordered the pasta primavera, absolutely no taste. Extremely bland and the vegetables weren’t cooked.

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?

— Some

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

— Average

Gluten free pasta, can make any of the pastas with gluten free noodle. They say they make it separate as well. They have some GF symbols on the menu next to GF items called out clearly. Staff were very knowledgeable about gluten free.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen

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 with other allergies
• Offers outdoor seating
• Reservations recommended

Got the pasta here and didn’t make it out of the restaurant before having to go to the bathroom. No GF bread.

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

— Not at all

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?

— Average

I was a little nervous based on the mixed reviews here. As it is, I wasn’t feeling 100% going into the meal, probably too much sun, so I decided to keep my choices simple. Their menu is marked with what is gluten free. I was with a large group of 12 people (who all ordered regular pasta) so I stuck to a non pasta dish to avoid any confusion with my order. I ordered the steamed artichoke and octopus for my meal. I felt great after both choices. The artichoke was definitely way better than the octopus. Probably would skip the octopus next time and try something else, but from a celiac safe perspective it was the perfect meal.

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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
• Offers outdoor seating
• Reservations recommended

Amazing gluten free pasta dish- have gluten free pasta just need to ask for it. I have eaten here for years and never got sick. Other food options marked gluten free.

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

They have 1 real option for Celiacs. GF spaghetti. Even the salads are prepared in the same area that the bread is made. Not a good place for Celiacs!!

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

— Not 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

I’m celiac, we stopped by this place and it’s very good, the waitstaff are very good in helping you out and explaining what’s gluten free and what’s not. I had a good experienced.

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

The server was knowledgeable, and I got the chicken Alfredo. She did reassure me that it would be cooked separately. I thought the food was average at best for the price, but I didn’t get sick.

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?

— Average

We went here twice in July 2021. I didn't find the menu to have a lot of gluten free options. You can substitute gluten free penne with your meal and hold croutons on salad but nothing special. The first meal my son ordered was the GF penne. It was undercooked but the sauce was very good. He was disappointed their meatballs weren't GF. The 2nd dinner we had, he was able to order the filet plain but no sides were GF except for the broccoli Rabe. We asked for that to come plain but it arrived in the garlic sauce and was very heavily salted. Overall the ambiance here is great and the service is good but it isn't high on our list to return to again.

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?

— Average

Got the caprese salad and a pasta dish. Food was so good I even asked our waiter again if my dish really was GF lol. Did not get sick at all. Would have loved to eat there again.

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

The food was great! I am a very sensitive celiac and did not get sick! I got pasta both times I ate here!

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

We dined here as a family of four the other night. I have celiac and my son is unconfirmed, but completely gluten free. I ordered grilled grouper with vegetables. Everyone confirmed that all their food was very salty. I unfortunately became very sick. I would not recommend this place for anyone.

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?

— Below Average

Waitress was very cautious with the order, discussed each order with the chef to ensure the safety of the dish. We had the caprese salad and 2 pasta dishes- both were delicious! Unfortunately none of the fancy sauces on the menu are available but after talking with the waitress and chef ended up with delicious dishes! Olive oil and garlic base on one, pomodoro sauce with 4 cheese for the other. Highly recommend! (See pictures below!)

Celiac friendly?

Yes

They were very careful of my allergies(gluten and dairy) when preparing the food. They have 2 types of gf pastas and also boil the noodles separately than the gluten-containing noodles. Food was amazing!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Very good food and knowledgeable.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Delicious food. Great gluten free pasta. Wish more of the sauces were GF

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I give it a 3 because (a) it seemed quite safe -- they were pretty knowledgeable and pretty careful, but (b) the food was quite expensive and not very good. My wife's alfredo sauce tasted like white cheddar powder that would come in a mac and cheese box. Mine was notably worse than I would make at home.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The food was amazing! Ask for Nathalie, she is very knowledgeable about celiac and is honest about what is gf and what can have cross contamination. I ate appetizers, entrees and even dessert! Don’t expect a quick meal, it is a place to sit down and enjoy a meal with loved ones and family. Great experience and I will certainly be dining again.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Got there about 1/2 hr before closing, staff was helpful, offered to prepare any fish, chicken or pasta gf. Being Italian went w/the gf spaghetti with meat source, it was delicious, I was just missing a piece of bread

We loved the food here! Everything was delicious and celiac safe.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Get the cheese wheel! They have gf spaghetti and a gf parmesan cheese wheel they prepare at the table. Staff was great about keeping it separate and understood it was an allergy. They also had gf Nutella cake for dessert!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

They have GF spaghetti and it seemed like almost all of their sauces are GF so they could make almost any of the pasta dishes GF. Mine was good and I did not get sick. Good sized serving and I had left overs. My waitress was very attentive to me and I definitely felt safe here. I’m not sure about the dishes that aren’t pasta because if I had a pasta option I’ll always get that haha. Little on the pricy side but really nice/romantic ambiance. Only reason I won’t give five stars is they charged us for WATER!! We asked for water and they gave us water in a glass bottle instead of tap and didn’t tell us we were being charged NINE DOLLARS a glass! Beware!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Amazing shrimp and lobster pasta special - GF pasta was very good. Outstanding meal, highly recommend.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

They have GF spaghetti, fish or lobster dishes. The artichoke appy is gf as well as a few of the side dishes. Celiac friendly. We headed next door for gelato as a dessert!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

My 3 year old son has celiac and I emailed ahead to be certain they could accomodate him. They only have gf spaghetti..no ziti or other more kid friendly pasta shapes. They don't have gluten free bread, meatballs, or cutlets of any kind so basically my son was stuck with plain spaghetti. That being said, they served him safely and he didn't get sick just wish they had a few options.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Incredible experience. Huge portions, fantastic pasta and great staff. Brought out a corn meal sort of polenta with our dishes once he knew we were GF. Definitely will be back!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Great Italian dinner spot across the street from the Hilton. Will make pretty much any dish and sub GF spaghetti with it. Staff was knowledgeable and patient. Make a reservation or you'll have an hour wait at dinner time.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The staff was knowledgeable about gluten allergy. Menu was clearly marked. Gluten free pasta is cooked separately and was delicious. I had the steamed mussels as an appetizer. The spaghetti with clam sauce was very tasty. I would trust this establishment .

atmosphere was horrible, sick for 2 days, after eating here. NOT celiac friendly

Very helpful and friendly staff. The GF pasta was delicious. Especially the mushroom sauce!!

Had dinner two nights while on vacation in Aruba! I am gluten/dairy free. Gluten free pasta and they took special care. Would return in a heartbeat. Very good!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Great Gluten free pasta! Menu labeled with GF menu options. Amazing atmosphere overall amazing place!

What can I say about Gianni's we went there 2 nights in a row it was so good. The have one pasta option for gluten free which is spaghetti however you can choose any of there sauces. I had primavera the first night and formage the other which was 4 different cheeses sooo good!! There lemonade was amazing and the service Superb!! Dinner for 2 with no alcohol about $80.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The food was AMAZING. Everyone we know recommended this place, and we were not disappointed. I was particularly thrilled that they had gf pasta. Seriously delicious.