Picazzo's Healthy Italian Kitchen

To find an entire Italian restaurant that’s gluten free is so exciting! Plus, everything we’ve tried is delicious! Things I haven’t had in years at a restaurant, like avocado toast and tiramisu - what a find!

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers outdoor seating

Wow!!! Hands-down the best gluten-free restaurant we have ever been to. (And we travel a lot) We are also vegan, and they had the most vegan options I have ever seen. Dedicated gluten-free kitchen!

The service was AMAZING as well. Omar did a great job explaining the menu and going over options.

Cannot wait to go back and take the kids!

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— All food is gluten free, some drinks may not be gluten-free

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

— Excellent

Hands down one of the best restaurants in town! This place is gluten free (with the exception of some pizzas prepared on dedicated space) and super knowledgeable for all dietary restrictions. Family owned and operated, knowledgeable staff. As a celiac family, we feel super safe. Gf Pesto ravioli and tiramisu are just incredible and our favorites!

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

— 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

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

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 vegan options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers delivery
• Offers outdoor seating

Incredible celiac safe food and great service.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I had great service and wonderful experience. But I am celiac and was assured that the gluten free pizza would not have be cross contaminated. Sadly, they were wrong. I got really sick. Apparently this location does not have a separate oven even though it is advertised in the menu. I am so disappointed, I thought I found my new spot! :(

Celiac friendly?

No

Awesome food, great service, and no gluten! Who could ask for more? Highly recommended.

Was in town for a conference. This place is all I ate for dinner for the 4 days I was here. Never got sick, and the food is delicious 😋

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Pizza was absolutely delicious. Great service. Highly recommend.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

This review is long overdue, and I'm almost ashamed I didn't get to it until now. But I'm writing it right before we plan to go back, it was so memorable.

We visited the Cactus Rd location a couple of months ago and had a fantastic time! Our server, Kale, was one of the best servers we've had at ANY restaurant. And that's saying a lot - we're middle aged and we eat out a LOT. So we've got a lot of experience and not always that easy to please.

But we were certainly pleased with Picazzo's, not just because of the remarkably great service from Kale (more on that later) but also because of the food quality, particularly for gluten-free. I know, I know, when you eat gluten-free or gluten-friendly, you're always qualifying your opinion with "this was really good for a gluten-free version of X." But at Picazzo's the food really IS that good, and you don't need the qualifier. My wife has the gluten allergy, I don't, and I had no complaints whatsoever.

I specifically remember the cheese focaccia was really good. Didn't fall apart, didn't crumble, really tasted great. And the turkey meatballs were also excellent. We didn't even try the pizza, but it looked great.

I had the eggplant Parmesan and it was excellent. I mean, there are a TON of gf options at this place, and everything we did have was great. Since we're planning another visit to Phoenix, no way we're missing Picazzo's again. It was THAT good.

A significant part of our positive experience was the service delivered by Kale. He has a great personality, very friendly and approachable. He did all the mechanical things skillfully - acknowledged us quickly, got our drinks (and by the way he's a great bartender because I had one of the mixed drinks, the Prickly Pear Margarita), timed our meal perfectly by giving us enough time to enjoy the appetizers before ordering the main dish, checked on us to see how we were doing - but more than just the mechanics of serving, he brought an art to it. I'm serious, there is just something about this guy, Kale, that brings serving to another level. It was easy and pleasant to engage with him. He had great menu knowledge, and made good recommendations. He seemed to enjoy what he's doing, and it shows in the quality of service he delivers.

Picazzo's has a winning formula, that's all I know. This is a restaurant where you can not only enjoy great food, excellent service, and even have lots of great gluten-free options. How could you not like it?

Super safe and incredibly tasty! They have GF wings, croutons, and a variety of desserts. There are so many GF options. My son and I love this place. We’ve visited three different locations numerous times and have never been disappointed.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Everything on the menu is gluten free except they do offer regular wheat flour pizza. I love this place!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Lots of very tasty gluten free options.

The food was fantastic and the service was great! Whole restaurant is gluten free and also caters to other allergies.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Reliably good food and consistently gluten-free. Service a bit slow, and I was stunned to over hear that this “GF restaurant” only has one GF oven. I guess the demand for their traditional pizza has trumped their GF pizzas resulting in super slow service for GF oven items. Seems like they need to add an oven. Anyway, good food, so plan for a long wait for your order. It’ll be worth it! The garlic cheese focaccia is AMAZING.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Gluten free. Fresh organic, and very good!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Great food, gluten free by default. The staff is knowledgeable, guick, friendly and courteous.

Amazing! So many options and so helpful. Loved the food.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Friendly staff ....Great attention to gluten free. Lots of choices and yummy.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Wow! I found heaven for GF people! I can’t recommend highly enough. Everything is GF unless you order the pizza specifically with wheat. we had lasagna with sweet potatoes and focaccia bread, chicken parm with noodles, beets and focaccia bread, a side salad, a pizza cookie with coconut ice cream. We had leftovers for two whole meals. I’ve previously had pizza and cocktails which was also very good. Had a whole vegan menu as well. Amazing!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The food was amazing, and is celiac safe!

Don’t hesitate to try. Great food and safe!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Wonderful gf and df pizza! Lots of delicious options besides pizza as well.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Wonderful, interesting menu where everything is gluten free! Friendly informed servers. Easy to give this restaurant 5 stars and to see why it is Phoenix top rated GF business.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

My only complaint is that this app doesn’t offer ten stars! This place is off the charts good!!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

This restaurant makes eating, organic, gluten free food a stellar culinary experience.

The whole menu is gluten free! We had cheese bread, pizzas and pastas and they were SO good! We couldn’t believe it was all GF! Staff was very knowledgeable on the menu and very helpful. They have vegan and dairy free options as well! Our kids loved it and are begging to back!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Love this place. They are my family’s go to place for gatherings as I’m celiac and my sister is vegan. I found them 10 years ago when first diagnosed and never looked back. Management and staff are extremely friendly and remember their regulars well. If I could I’d eat there weekly!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Absolutely amazing. Friendly staff and great food. Prices are a little high but it is 100% worth it.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

My 16 year old sons reaction to the entire menu being gluten free was priceless. Good food, good service, and I definitely had peace of mind knowing my son would not get sick. We will go back next time we’re in the area.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Accommodated my celiacs and severe soy allergy amazingly! I had an excellent pizza!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

So delicious! It's such a treat to be able to pick from so many tasty options.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

AMAZING!!!!! We were in Phoenix for 2 1/2 days and we ate here twice because it was so good. They do offer non-gf pizzas, but other than that, the entire menu is gluten free. And they are very accommodating for dairy allergies as well. The Bigoli pasta was cooked perfectly. Best pasta I've had. The desserts were great and could easily be dairy free as well. Highly recommend this restaurant!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

AMAZINGGGGG!!! Love this place! Food was delicious, menu is fantastic, staff are great! Highly recommend!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I enjoyed their delicious gluten free chicken parmesan...with their house made gluten free foccacia bread! I ordered wine but noticed gluten free beer on the menu. My friends & I shared a yummy gluten free brownie which was served in a small cast iron skillet with a small side of ice cream...enough for 3 of us. I love having so many choices @ Picazzo's and can't wait for their new location to open, which will be closer to me, at 83rd Ave & Union Hills.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Love love love this place! Never got sick and I’ve to this place more than 10 times! My favorite restaurant in Phoenix!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

My favorite restaurant in Phoenix! I don't have to ask for GF options because it's almost the entire menu! Love the lemonade.

Everything is gluten free except 2 menu items. Gluten free without worries. Ate in the Phoenix and Sedona restaurants. Great atmosphere and great food!

Wonderful selections and AWESOME food!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Not a lot of flavor, gave me the WORST heartburn :/

A large variety (everything except able to choose Non GF crust for Pizza) of GF dishes The meatballs were cold and they were slow but friendly.

Garlic cheese bread is great. Tiramisu is awesome. 99% of the menu is gf.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The servers AND food are hands down gorgeous. Gluten free tiramisu and pizza! Such a delight.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

AMAZING food! always get the wings, pizza. and cookie for dessert

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Safe and delicious. The server/service could not have been better.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

My wife & I went for dinner, she is celiac, but we both follow a Pescatarian Gluten Free diet. Picazzo's was what I believe heaven would be like for celiac's. Everything on the menu is gluten free, except they make regular pizzas in a separate oven. Wonderful!! We will be back, before we leave AZ.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

just terrific! My GF husband was in shock from being able to order anything on the menu. We were visiting in phoenix and ate here twice. He had pizza one time and pasts with salad with gf crutons the other. the crust was pretty typical for gf. the foccacia was excellent. I could eat that kale quinoa bowl 3x a week so yummy. the only thing "wrong" is they haven't come east to Raleigh.....

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I have tried so many options on the menu and have always been so pleased with the quality of the food and the combinations of flavors. This place is a celiac's dream, I almost cried the first time my friend introduced me to it for my birthday!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

absolutely love them Always by the groupons when they're available because it saves quite a bit of money as they are on the middle to high range in price but that is because they are entirely gluten free and make almost everything you could want so to pay their bills must be I can't even imagine honestly but they are fantastic they are part of the delivery system as well third party delivery system and they include everything from Pizza to pasta freshly made 2 bread to even Asian dishes like a pad thai or a burger or a salad and it's all gluten free and some of that is even dairy-free or vegan or vegetarian friendly they are incredibly customizable and Catering two allergy needs

I first tried this place in Sedona and finally tried another location. Delicious, friendly servers, mostly glutenfree menu. Tons of vegan options. No vegan tax for subbing vegan chicken (Beyond Meat) for flesh chicken.

I'm disappointed in the poor accessibility of the location. The handicap parking (a whopping 2 spaces) is halfway down the strip mall, and the sidewalk up to the front door is very steep. The inside is crowded with tables and chairs (some of which are tall tables/chairs).

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Love this place! Incredible pizza and salads are so fresh and yummy. Kinda pricey but very worth it to know I won't be sick.

My son was served a gluten pizza!!!! The waiter accidentally pushed the wrong button and a gluten pizza was made and served. My son had never been here before and was so excited based on all the reviews . He ate 3 slices before learning of their mistake. He is visiting from out of town and this ruined his vacation and needed to go back to the hotel. Why do they even make gluten pizzas at a place so well known for gluten free?!!!

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

— 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

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

— Good

Oh my goodness... I found my people!!!Love this place!! Delicious! Everything is gluten free, except one original pizza which is prepared completely different space. They even have dairy free for my daughter who has a milk allergy. Highly recommend.

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— All food is gluten free, some drinks may not be gluten-free

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

— Excellent

The cheese bread, chicken parm and linguine and meatballs were excellent! We’re in Scottsdale for spring break and wish we had this restaurant in Chicago.

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— All food and drinks are gluten-free

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

— Excellent

Excellent gluten free menu. I had pasta and meatballs and a salad and even though it was a lunch portion I had plenty to take home for another meal. My non-gluten free granddaughter loved the mac and cheese and fid not even realize it was gluten free. And they also have many vegan options for my other granddaughter. Excellent experience.

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

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

— Excellent

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— All food is gluten free, some drinks may not be gluten-free

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

— Excellent