La Riviera Trattoria

Certified celiac preparation and management sticker right on the door! Small family run restaurant. Many gluten free options, including warm focaccia bread! My celiac child and the rest of our family (non celiac) were all delighted with our meals.

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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?

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch

Food is mediocre at best.if you have celiac, you have no worries and will not get sick in my opinion.but this restaurant has gone down hill, again in my opinion.judge for yourself.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Completely dedicated gluten-free kitchen
• 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

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Our go-to for local Italian food. Great food, never sick.

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Simply one of the best restaurants in the country for celiacs. Top-notch southern Italian cuisine with an extensive GF menu. Highly trained and experienced in preparation. Appetizers, desserts, they have everything. GF stuffed artichokes! Love this place!

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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
• Reservations recommended

Had dinner with my daughter here last night. Both of us have celiac. She was overjoyed at the gluten free bread to start. The food was spot on. Both of us really enjoyed our meals. Well definitely be back.

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

Met with family and friends for a repast lunch never visiting prior. We were all very impressed with the food AND the service! Despite being an out of towner, we’re already planning how we can all meet again

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

— Very

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

The food was EXCELLENT, safe for celiac and gluten sensitive people. I have celiac and felt great right after and the days following! I can’t stress enough how good the food was! A++, 10 out of 10!

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
• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

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

The bread I got with my pasta made my whole day. Fabulous

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?

— 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 kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers online ordering

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

— Very

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

Met the chefs wife who was the hostess as we sat for dinner over a month ago and assured me they had separate cooking utensils for gluten free.

AMAZING! I went two Months ago and took a 40 Minute drive during the pandemic because we water their food again! The pasta fagioli soup is amazing but we tried the clams app tonight and it was incredible. I wish I had More of their bread for the broth! Anything on their GF menu is Outstanding!

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Gluten free menu with a variety of options including dessert. Knowledgeable and accommodating staff. Delicious food. Couldn’t ask for more!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Outstanding food ! Gluten free menu has a LARGE variety to choose from. Dessert menu has a LARGE selection. Regular menu fantastic. Party of six - appetizers, two bottles of wine, desserts- $325. Price was very good for portions and drinks. Pleasant staff. Friendly. Definitely going again!

The gluten free Chicken Alla Parmiagiana was incredible! It tasted just like the regular one! The gluten free cheesecake was awesome!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Their service is horrible and would only come here for gluten free our door meals. Their entire gluten free menu is from Dukes Gluten free and can be found on Uber eats...

First, the food is absolutely gluten free, and I felt very safe eating here (I have celiac). They served GF bread wrapped in foil, no chance of cross-contamination, and all of the food was clearly gluten free. GF selection was excellent - separate menu for both food and dessert, although pasta was limited to penne (this was fine for us!)

Second, the food was delicious - very tasty! We shared a seafood salad, veal piccata, gnocchi with sage butter, and shrimp scampi. Everything was flavorful and we practically licked the plates.

The downsides: the portions were very small, and quite expensive for what we got. Scampi was 5 shrimp and maybe 1.5 cups of penne. Piccata was 4 small thin slices (3-4" in diameter) and a small scoop of mashed potatoes. Total bill for what we had was $100 plus tax + tip (we did not have drinks). Although the menu said salads were included, only one salad arrived, and it was also small.

The greeting was friendly and the staff were very lovely. While the staff was attentive to the point of hovering at times, we did not get our salad, we didn't get an additional GF roll that they offered and we would have liked (given the smaller portions) and we had to wait for the check.

Overall, I rate restaurants here on GF food, and they would get 5 stars for that. The cost and service dropped a star, but as a celiac, I would recommend. Just don't come too hungry.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Delicious pasta and desserts. My penne vodka passed the Nima too. I wish they would improve their GF appetizers and wine glass list.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Excellent food! Felt like I was partaking in the same type meal as everyone else

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Food is excellant Separate kitchen for gf meals GF desserts

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Family member developed celiac disease and the chef dedicated part of the kitchen to cooking gluten free. The GF food is delicious.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Wow Maria is a major BIT*H. After placing my order off the very disorganized and limited gluten free menu, the staff waited 45 minutes to inform us that they could not make my dinner as ordered because the meatballs are “pre-made.” Gross. They are probably bought pre-made... On top of this major disappointment, Maria had a horrible attitude and spoke to us in a very condescending tone. I was literally in shock as she stood there with her eyes bulging out pretty much scolding me about how to order from her menu that a toddler could have written more clearly.

Celiac friendly?

No

Best place ever for celiacs who love Italian food! I am ready to move to New Jersey from western NY! Great & knowledgeable staff .. Maria is so wonderful... offered to make trays and sell me bags of their GF gnocchi... best eating experience since 3 kids and I were diagnosed !!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am so happy I want to cry.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The staff was amazing. The owner sat down and talked with me about my food restrictions. If you are vegan and gluten free I recommend the eggplant parm! Just call two days ahead .

Celiac friendly?

Yes

the staff was super nice and family like. great gluten free food / dessert and menus!! they also have a separate kitchen and separate utensils, cooks i believe and separate plates as well!! definitely recommend

Celiac friendly?

Yes

You know the food is great when you can't stop smiling after you stuff your face. Extremely safe and accommodating for Celiacs.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I would give them 10 stars if I could. What a great find. Service, food, atmosphere all top notch. If you're planning to dine here MAKE RESERVATIONS! Very popular restaurant. Their GF menu had a good variety of appetizers, salads and meals to choose from. You can also order vegetarian and vegan here. Terrific place.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Our Celiac son, who goes to Montclair State, raved about his meal there recently and how attentive they are to gluten free. So my wife and I decided to join him and his girlfriend, and it was fantastic! Literally the first question asked before we were seated was whether anyone was gluten free, and when told my son was celiac, he was given a GF menu when we were seated. Great food, very attentive service (the owner even came over to chat about GF), and they will even be at the Gluten Free Expo in October. Reasonable prices, great service, food and atmosphere with no worry about cross contamination whatsoever. We will definitely be back.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

What an amazing restaurant! Everything was amazing and they take great precautions to avoid cross contamination!! My 3 year old celiac daughter said.....it’s delicious!!!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Informed staff and safe for celiacs. Absolutely delicious food and amazing atmosphere. Some of the best!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Soooo many GF items in all areas (appetizers, main course and desserts). Very attentive and knowledgeable regarding cross contamination and safety precautions. Plus the food was DELICIOUS both gluten and non gluten meals!! Duke, the owner, was so informative and my son just loved it!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Dedicated gf kitcghen area. Owner has Celiac and staff is highly trained.

Gluten free menu is absolutely wonderful, and the family that owns it are wonderful as well. Extremely knowledgable and diligent about food allergies. This was our first visit and will return soon.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Do yourself a favor and skip this place and go to Roberts Scratch Kitchen instead. the gf menu lis imited and when I asked for pasta dish on "regular" menu but with gluten free pasta they would not accommodate this simple request. Additionally, the prices are very high. Lastly, we didn't ordered dessert but our server brought a gf creme brûlée because we had a birthday in our party - and then charged us $10 for the dessert we didn't order.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Been here numerous times and it’s always very delicious Italian food. Many options for gf diners and great food period. Owner is Celiac, need I say more....

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Amazing food! I did not worry one bit about cross contamination and will definitely go back. Huge selection of amazing Italian dishes!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Great place , excellent options . Nice people.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Update - 04/28/2017 Three years ago I found out I had celiac and we found this place. Back then it was a treasure. We go a few times a year. On the past few visits we noticed the attention to GF customers has declined. The GF menu has shrunk. One of the things I miss most about being celiac is the pizza. This place use to make awesome pizza and it was the reason I continued to go. They took it off the menu. Don't offer it any more. Very sad. The GF champion, Maria, the daughter of the owners is not as active in the restaurant, so the attention to the GF patrons is not there. The GF creations that she would experiment with and offer are no longer part of the specials or menu. What is offered is standard pasta, eggplant, and parmigiana. That's about it. They are cooked excellent. The taste is amazing. But again, extremely limited menu. This is now a regular Italian restaurant that offers a few gluten free dishes, not "the best GF restaurant I have ever found" place that I previously raved about. Ps - the only pasta that GF is penna. if you want spaghetti or something else GF it does cost you $5 extra. That's an unwanted change too.

5/24/2014 - I just found out that I have Celiac. Maria, the owner, could see in my face that I was scared and hesitant to start a new diet. She was courteous and explained a lot of things to me. She gave me websites and literature regarding proper care of the disease. I was seated close to her and the staff, and they explained every dish and every process taken to prepare the food. And it tasted AMAZING! I was completely surprised at how good wheat free pasta and bread tasted. I strongly recommend this place.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Best experience we've had in a true gluten free restaurant.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I so wanted to love this place and patronize it frequently since it is very hard to find safe gluten free Italian prepared in a dedicated space in the kitchen to ensure no cross contamination. The owners daughter Maria was very assuring and explained how careful they are with GF. The first time I came here the GF food and desserts were delicious so I could forgive the very small portions and high prices for a restaurant that was not upscale and had outdated decor. The second time was a huge disappointment. The food was flavorless and the service was very slow and inattentive. My family who ordered from the regular menu said the food was flavorless as well. My daughter asked for spaghetti instead of penne on the side and they charged us $5 extra because they said they only offer penne. The only thing I enjoyed that evening was the GF dessert. We all left so disappointed because we thought we found a place we could go to regularly. I'm amazed at the great reviews because the food was so inconsistent.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Friendly people and pretty big gluten free menu. The food is just average though

Everyone here is very friendly and accommodating. They owner explained that everything gluten free is prepared with designated gluten free pots and utensils. I felt very safe eating here and the food is delicious! All the desserts are gluten free and two were even gluten and dairy free!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Good food and Celiac safe!

Celiac friendly?

Yes