Rosti Tuscan Kitchen

9 recent ratings
$$ • Italian Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Pasta, Pizza
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9 ratings

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931 Montana Ave
Santa Monica, CA 90403
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Gluten Sensitive

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Clearly their good reviews are either fake or paid for. The food is mediocre at best. It is not Italian or anything authentic, just a mish mosh of stuff. The risotto is not even risotto. They do offer vegan and gluten free which is the only reason we kept going there, but really, how many times can one restaurant screw up so bad? Way too many here. If you have food sensitivities, forget it. Can't rely on them. The service? Well it is very apparent that people that work there are not happy, are never smiling and the turn over is quite high (check out their employee reviews on indeed). 3 managers in a matter of one month is a little extreme. New servers all the time. The workers keep leaving. They get orders wrong all the time and that is in house and delivery/pick up. There is just no quality control in the kitchen or out. Zero. The kitchen makes too many errors, the servers do as well, and then you have to wait for your food to be remade while others at your table are eating. If it is delivery, another hour before you see it arrive corrected, if they actually got it right. The worst part is they don't take responsibility and instead try to blame the consumer. the owners may come off nice, but they don't know how to run a business or how to treat consumers. To top it all off, their prices became super expensive. With all that, really really not worth going there unless you are really desperate, and even then, go across the street to the commons and find another restaurant there.

Safety


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

— Not at all

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for lunch
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Offers delivery
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 2 weeks ago read full review

Celiac

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I felt not great after eating here. I tested my leftovers with my Nima sensor and gluten was found. As nice as the staff is, there is still a very high risk of cross-contamination here.

Safety


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

— Not at all

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 7 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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The best Italian food I have ever had and the service was out of this world. The server was so fluent in gluten free and communicated with the chief. The chief came out and assuredly us that our meal would be safe and it was perfect. Even giving us a piece of gluten free chocolate cake after we had paid. Amazing!! I will come back for sure.

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 7 months ago read full review

This establishment is NOT a dedicated gluten-free facility and may not be safe for those with celiac disease. Please contact the establishment directly to inquire about safety precautions.

Gluten-Free Features

  • Gluten-Free Menu
  • Pasta
  • Pizza

Categories

  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Delivery
  • Dinner
  • Italian
  • Lunch
  • Online Ordering
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restaurant
  • Vegan Friendly

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Rosti Tuscan Kitchen gluten-free menu
Rosti Tuscan Kitchen gluten-free menu
GF pizza and penne spicy pink sauce with blackened chicken SO GOOD
Rosti Tuscan Kitchen gluten-free menu
Clams in white wine sauce on GF spaghetti. Photo by Cg.
Gluten-Free at Rosti Tuscan Kitchen
Gluten-Free at Rosti Tuscan Kitchen
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More Reviews


Overall Rating

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Nice place to go. Staff very knowledgeable and kind. They have a separate menu for gf. Spaghetti Alfredo were very tasty but overcooked.

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 9 months ago read full review

Celiac

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The gf options seemed plentiful and we were asked if preference or allergy so we thought they had it down. I am not gf but my daughter is. She ordered spaghetti Alfredo (because they had spaghetti and penne, not fettuccine noodles gf) which was supposed to come with sun dried tomatoes and chicken. It came plain. I’m nice we pointed it out, and our waitress checked the menu she realized a mistake was made. They offered a discount or to remake. We just asked for chicken to be added. The mistake was corrected. But for dessert, she ordered the gf cookie and I ordered a glutinous dessert, both were presented on the same plate. I told our waitress she couldn’t eat the $2.75 small cookie because it was contaminated. She brought a new cookie, and oddly tongs to take the original one back. Then a couple minutes she gave me the cookie. That was all odd but again corrected. The cookie seemed over priced but was ok. The spaghetti Alfredo was good, but the noodles were precut small. We will give them another chance. My glutinous meal was good.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Fantastic food, service, and the manager, Stephanie was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful regarding celiac! This is now on my top ten list!

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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Servers were super nice, and there were a ton of delicious gluten free options! I never get to eat Italian food because they never do gluten free, so I was very happyđŸ„°

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Quality & Quantity


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

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good vegan options
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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I was so happy with how amazing the staff was, they were so patient and accomodating even though they were busy. Also SO MANY CHOICES, there was a whole 2 pages of gf entrees to choose from on the menu. The house salad dressing was soooo good and the pasta I got was delicious. Didn't have any problems, best gf meal I've had since I was diagnosed 3 months ago.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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This is one of my favorite new hotspots. They have a totally GF menu (and a vegetarian one too) with some of the best pizza and pasta I have had since I learned I was celiac. They take it really seriously and always change pasta water and pans. They handle the pizza and everything with so much care. I feel very safe eating here and I enjoy the food (and cute outdoor patio). I haven’t tried yet but they also have a GF panini and sandwich menu too!

Safety


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

— Very

Quality & Quantity


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

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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They made me and my brother (both celiac) feel very safe, and we both had delicious food! This was my first meal out eating gf, and it was a wonderful way to start. Large gf menu, large vegetarian menu, large vegan menu. Absolutely loved, and will probably become one of my family's new standard restaurants to accommodate all needs. Great atmosphere and friendly staff too!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Nice GF menu and appropriate GF handlng. Nice staff too.

Updated 4 years ago read full review

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Great food, great atmosphere, great service. The menu is the clearest and most comprehensive I have seen for desginating gluten free items. I've been on the hunt for a real gluten free menu that looks like a regular menu for once. Highly recommend!

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Great gluten free menu but not safe. After the pasta arrabiatta and gluten free chocolate cake I was ill for 10 days

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Delicious gf pizza and kale ravioli đŸ˜‹â€

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Well this was a major disappointment. I ordered the fettuccine alfredo from the gluten free menu. It came out basically just noodles and butter. Worst $16 plate of pasta ever. They forgot my friend’s salad and when we complained the waiter did not handle the situation well. We heard several other tables nearby unhappy with their food as well. Several sent them back. With such poor service and mediocre food I can’t think that you could trust the kitchen or the servers to handle a gluten free need properly. One of my worst dining experiences. Oh and they don’t serve alcohol. No wine at an Italian restaurant?

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Gluten Sensitive

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As just a restaurant, it might be 4 stars, for gluten free, it can’t be rated well. The gluten free pizza was uncooked and soggy for the middle half, the outer half was burnt. The gluten free spaghetti was all broken (before cooking?) into pieces less than 3 or 4 inches. Didn’t taste bad, just hard to eat and unnecessary. The regular dishes looked good. Every GF option had a surcharge of at least $3. Of note, Italian restaurant with no wine.

Updated 5 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Definitely Celiac safe. risotto was great and server was very helpful.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Wheat Allergy

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Huge menu. Another reviewer said they adapt non gluten free menu items for you, and that's true. Had the chicken picatta with gluten free pasta (no flour on the chicken), and it was wonderful. I highly recommend this spot.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Extensive GF menu, plus they will adapt dishes for you. Lively atmosphere, excellent food and service, and GF cookies for dessert. Parking in rear and a very local clientele. Recommend highly!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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So nice to have a good restaurant close by that my daughter can eat at!! She had a full menu to choose from and left happy. No reaction. I'm one happy mama! Thanks Rosti!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Asymptomatic Celiac

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Wonderful gluten free menu full of Pasta, Pizza, Salad and even sandwiches. Great to order off an extensive menu as opposed to the regular menu minus most items. The pastas are plentiful and tasty. The salads were solid. Pizza uses the typical crust and was so-so.

Service was awesome and very comfortable and versed in catering to GF needs.

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Great restaurant lots of gluten free options and the staff is very knowledgeable of cross contamination. All the gluten free items are labeled on the menu. They even have gluten free cookies for dessert

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Delicious! Amazing pasta, they cook the noodles right.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 8 years ago read full review

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Fantastic food. Celiac friendly. One of best pizzas I've ever had!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 8 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Amazing gluten free menu, and CC awareness! Delicious pizza if not the best GF crust in town

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 8 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Great atmosphere, wonderful GF food, plenty of items including kids portions, salads, pizza, pasta and much more. Very knowledgable staff.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 8 years ago read full review

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had the GF kale ravioli, absolutely perfect! gf pizzas and pastas here, great atmosphere !

Updated 8 years ago read full review

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 9 years ago read full review

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Separate GF menu also clarifies how they prep GF pizza and pasta to avoid CC. We started with the caprese salad which was good. I had the GF cheese ravioli with arrabiatta sauce...a splurge...how often do you see GF ravioli? Super tasty! Felt safe eating here and would definitely try it again.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 10 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Updated 11 years ago read full review

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