The best gluten free pizza we’ve come across in Nelson- absolutely delicious :-) Ray (owner) explained the care he and his team go to provide a safe gluten free meal. The have separate preparation area to prevent cross contamination, seperate pans and utensils, and a seperate gluten free fryer for sides such as chips and wedges. The non celiacs in our party loved their food experience too. We are looking forward to coming back to try their pasta!
As of 1 August 2024 The Hot Rock has new owners including our former Head Chef. The business has been renamed to La Farina Pizza and Pasta Bar.
Dined in at this restaurant and had such a lovely experience. Ray said that "... you're in the right place to eat as a coeliac."
Ordered the risotto, pizza and totra caprese and they were all so delicious. Will definitely be back to try more of the gf options. Thank you Ray for reassuring my kai would be coeliac safe.
Edit - had takeaway from here 2 more times after intial dining. Great service and food from Ray and his team.
Ordered takeaways including pizza, an amazing chorizo pasta, wedges and a salad. Waitress was very helpful on phone saying they use seperate water for cooking GF pasta, a clean tray for GF pizza etc. and when I went to pick up the order another person was telling me how they stock all types of pasta in case people have a maize allergy for example and that his girlfriend was coeliac so he understood how important it was to avoid cross contamination. Felt very safe eating here and food was really tasty.
Gluten free pizza, pasta, fries, wedges, salads, mussels, ribs, desserts and beer!