Il Fornello

Celiac safe. The gluten free pasta was even better than the pizza. All good!

Good knowledge about GF among the staff. The god was so-so, but I felt very safe eating there.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I ordered risotto and got glutened here. The server seemed well aware of gluten & celiac disease, but I still got glutened. It was a busy weekday evening during the theatre rush so they may have been rushing.

Celiac friendly?

No

Great food. Staff very aware of cross contamination. Many options. I had a pasta with chicken and pesto and it was delicious!

Great food. Three of us had pizza (GF), pasta, and chicken Asiago. All very tasty. GF pizza crust was quite good - a bit soft under the toppings and crispy around the edges. GF items are identified on the menu, but I think all pizzas and pastas can be made GF.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I’ve ever eaten a few times and I’ve never had a problem. They are very aware of cross contamination and do a great job. Recommend.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Great meal. Pizza was great all pasta is GF option and lots of choices.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Found the gf pizza left a lot to be desired. Limited flavour, and an unappetizing texture.

Two Italian places worth checking out in downtown Toronto are Il Fornello and Kit Kat Bar & Grill. Il Fornello also offers gluten-free pasta for an upcharge, but we opted for the daily special seafood risotto and chicken asiago.

This was the first time at this restaurant and I was very impressed. First time in a restaurant where I wasn’t nervous about cross contamination. The waitress and the owner were extremely attentive making sure I felt safe. They brought new utensils and plates to me for every course, to ensure no cross contamination. The food was delicious and I had zero issues. Will definitely go back. Very nice ambience. Very clean restaurant.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked
• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

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 lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers outdoor seating
• Reservations recommended

Waitress was knowledgeable about celiac. Gluten free pasta was delicious!

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

I had a delicious meal of grilled salmon and vegetables. No after-effects at all. The staff are knowledgeable and helpful. Highly recommended!

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

— Somewhat

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

I called in advance to ask how the gluten-free pasta was prepared. The person who answered the phone went and spoke with the chef. After a minute, she resumed the call and told me that the gluten pasta is cooked in the same pot as the wheat pasta. And then it was further explained to me that "the heat would cook off the 'yeast' and that this is common practice throughout the city of Toronto.".

If I was still concerned after that information because it's a gluten allergy, she would understand if I did not want to make a reservation.....

Obviously whoever's in the kitchen has no idea about cross-contamination and this would not be a safe place for those with Celiac.

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?

— Below Average

One of my favourite go to restaurants. The cashew Caesar salad and the seafood pasta are wonderful. Highly recommend. It’s nice having tons of gf options and staff that are very knowledgeable

One thing to note is that the pizza oven is shared with gluten containing items

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

— Very

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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good vegetarian options
• Offers delivery
• Offers outdoor seating