Gluten-Free at Lou Malnati's Pizzeria

My gluten tester says it is gluten free, however I did not like the taste

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

— Very

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

— Below Average

The taste of the gluten free deep wish was ok, but I immediately got sick within the hour. They use the same tong to grab onto the pans while slicing for you and I doubt they clean it between each table. I think that’s what made me sick since I only had 1 slice from that corner. The person who took our pizzas after to be wrapped up to go also didn’t know what gluten was, so I just threw the entire thing away. Definitely stay away if you’re sensitive.

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

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

— Average

Literally so good. My only complaint is the edges are a bit hard but the flavor is amazing and it didn’t crumple so it’s a 10 in my book. I don’t love deep dish so I didn’t get it but I loved that I had the OPTION. I feel like that’s so rare. I would definitely come here again.

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

Gluten free options, yes. But the Chicago style gluten free deep dish pizza was mediocre at best. Toppings were delicious, however the crust was chewy and challenging to eat.

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?

— Good

Cross contamination 😔 Flavor was delicious but GF crust was so hard you could hear it scrape my teeth and I got sick from a cross contamination

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

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

— Good

I’ve always loved deep dish pizza so when I got diagnosed with celiac I was worried I’d never be able to enjoy it again. Thankfully, I live right by a Lou Malnatis location and get their deep dish GF pizza all the time!! It is definitely the most authentic GF deep dish crust and I’ve personally never gotten sick from their pizza (I’ve ordered it a ton).

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

— Somewhat

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

They have the thin and deep dish crusts made off site to help minimize the cross contact. But due to this they have limited sizes available. Also, just me personally, I don't care for thee flavor of their crusts.

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

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much

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

— Below Average

Didn’t get sick, I feel fine. So that’s good. The pizza sauce was the blandest I have ever had. I wouldn’t eat here again.

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

— Somewhat

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much

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

— Poor

Very concerned about cross contamination and was delighted with the food. Had the deep dish pizza ( first time since celiac) and was so pleased with the taste and texture. The service was great. They have some really good people there.

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

Delicious! Best attempt of gluten free deep dish I've had. Plenty of sauce and cheese, gf dough is chewy on the bottom and crunchy on the sides. I ate this with no reactions… (gluten, mushrooms, coconut, nuts and honey). Kinda pricey-$25. Ask for a fork and knife to eat it with and parm cheese to add on top. Staff follows safety precautions and was really kind.

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

— Very

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

Incredible gluten free deep dish! I order the gluten free crust regularly and have never gotten sick

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

— Very

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

I got gluten free deep dish. Spoke with my server (Lori) about my severe wheat allergy. Asked for clean gloves and utensils along with fresh ingredients. She went back to the kitchen and told them, then came and told me what she told them. Server was amazing and assured me that they are very very cautious with allergies. Didnt get sick!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• 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?

— 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 dinner
• Good for keto
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering

Went here on a whim since I saw some good reviews about it and had a wonderful experience! It is really cute, in a good area, and was not packed on a week night. The staff were all extremely nice and took precaution when told about my allergy. Overall, the food was excellent, had the GF deep dish as well as some chicken wings which were made to be gluten free. I will definitely come here again when I am back in town!

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

Was so excited to hace a Chicago deep dish pizza but that crust was almost inedible. Almost broke a tooth on it becuase it was so rock hard. Be careful!! I ended up just eating the toppings off.

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?

— Some

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

— Below Average

I was thrilled to find a few gluten-free option on the menu. I ordered a Malnati’s salad, clearly labeled as GF. I indulged in the Chicago Classic deep dish pizza— with the gluten free crust. It was everything I hoped for, a deliciously authentic taste of Chicago in every bite.

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

Other Characteristics

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

Atmosphere was quaint, service was good, and was thrilled to have a chicago deep dish pizza. What a treat! I had the pepperoni and didn’t have any reaction. The bottom crust was tasty and a good texture. Outer crust was a little tough, but it didn’t detract from my enjoyment of eating something I’ve been missing out on.

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

G-Free by choice may be okay. Not so for Celiac. Called ahead to ck if possibly Celiac friendly at all. Employee we spoke with sounded “confident” that they were. However, specific questions indicated the contrary. He became more doubtful the more we spoke.

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

— Not at all

I got the GF crust deep dish, and was exposed to gluten. I felt discomfort after the first day but wasn’t sure and then I had left overs two days later and things escalated. Today feel horrible. There is clearly something in the crust that’s not safe!

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

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

— Below Average

They prepared a gluten free deep dish to go with the fixins. They only offer small size for gluten free. It was great! A little on the pricey side but it was a wonderful pizza!

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

— Excellent

Got deep dish... man did I miss this

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

First time here. Had the crustless deep dish! The waitress was very very nice and knowledgeable about gluten allergies. She made it a point to let the manager know and then alerted the kitchen and the cooks, made sure the message was made down the line! The deep dish is full of Roma tomatoes which was honestly the only thing we didn’t like haha! Also ordered I think it was called the Maltini salad, really good! All and all didn’t get sick and will try the gluten free thin crust next time!

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

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?

— Good

We went here multiple times on my trip, it was so good. I got the Chicago classic deep dish with the gluten free crust, and it was so delicious! Even the people I was with who can eat gluten really enjoyed it. I get what people are saying about the crust tasting cracker-y, but I think it’s buttery, keeps the crust from falling apart, and is just delicious

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen

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 Characteristics

• Good for dinner
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good with other allergies
• Offers online ordering

Hubby likes the GF deep dish. He has had no reactions after eating pizza here.

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

— Very

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

Great experience here! Got both the gf thin crust and the gf deep dish and both were sooooo good! They seem to have very good procedures in place to prevent cross contact.

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

Delicious Caesar salad and deep dish pizza!

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

So sad to say that Lou Mals Gluten Free pizzas are awful! Rock hard/under cooked. I have had Lou Mals for years before I became GF sensitive. But now it’s such a disappointment. So many more better options. Please do some research Lou Mals (try some other places that offer gluten free) and up your game!!!

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?

— Poor

As a GF person, having a pizza that’s not a cracker crust is a treat in and of itself, let alone getting to have Chicago deep dish. Each time I’ve been they’ve been cautious and I’ve never felt sick after eating. A little bit pricey but worth it for something you don’t get very often!

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

— Somewhat

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

I’m so happy with their pizzas!! Love a Gf deep dish alternative- and for those that don’t want a GF crust, they have the sausage crust pizza! Both are tasty

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

Very attentive to my gluten free and tree nuts free needs.

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

Welp I thought this place was celiac safe but definitely not. I had light symptoms on the first time eating it so wasn’t sure but then ate it again the next day. Usually takes a day for my symptoms to hit. Not a good day. Haven’t felt like this in 6 months 😩

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

— Not at all

Safety Feature Ratings

• Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much

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

— Excellent

gluten free, thin crust is our favorite and it’s celiac friendly. You just have to tell them you have an allergy my daughter and my husband have never had a problem and now they have a deep dish gluten-free. We would like to try.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• 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?

— Not Much

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

— Excellent

Took it to go for my flight home. Even an hour later, it was delicious

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

— Very

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

Very positive experience. I’m very sensitive celiac and ate here with no issues at all. The deep dish pizza was delicious. Very good gluten free find!

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Has GF options on the menu. Talked to the waitress and she reassured me as to the measures they take. Had the salad and classic pizza to share with a non coeliac friend who enjoyed the meal as much as I did, it was fantastic food.

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Gf crust is ok at best. I’ve had better crust on frozen gf pizzas. However it was truly gluten free, not contaminated from the kitchen so they get points for that.

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?

— Poor

One of the best gluten free pizzas I have ever had! And the fact that it was deep dish, and it was my first time visiting Chicago, so I felt very lucky to find gluten free deep dish. Very filling and delicious! I was able to get 2 meals out their one-size gluten free pizza. I felt great after eating, no ill effects, and look forward to eating here again on our next trip!

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

— Very

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

Lou Malnati’s Geneva was very accommodating for preparing food GF celiac friendly.

I called and asked them how they prepared their GF pizza. Talked the the manager and she told me their GF pizza dough is made in a different factory and comes prepackaged. I asked about possible cross contamination with normal pizza flour and toppings. The manager said they would make sure the cooking staff washed their hands, change gloves, and pulled out toppings from the cooler that had not been handled yet.

While they could not guarantee GF, they said they do cook the GF pizza on a separate pan in the same oven as the other pizzas.

I got the GF deep dish (The Lou) delivered (with other pizzas in the order too). It was very tasty and I did not get sick. I had a great experience!

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• 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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dinner
• Good for takeout
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering

The pizza was good, but in all honesty, not worth the hype. I didn’t get sick though, and they took proper precaution.

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?

— Some

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

— Good

I’ve been hesistant to try Lou’s because of the mixed reviews. However, this location seemed to have good reviews so I decided to go. Staff was knowledgeable and assured me it would be gluten free and that it would be prepared in a separate area. I ordered the GF deep dish Chicago Classic and added mushrooms. Pizza was good and I had no issues.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen

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

Best gluten free pizza in the city! The gluten free deep dish is amazing. Always feel safe eating here

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

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

I’m celiac. Had the deep dish pizza and it was like nothing I’d ever had! It was amazingly tasty! No problems with it. Our server was very knowledgeable. I will go back!

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

No problem with cross-contact or illness, we just HATED the GF thin-crust. It was like a super crunchy cracker and we couldn't even bite into the edges. Bleh! No thank you!

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?

— Not Much

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

— Poor

Waited more than an hour for my pizza and got REALLY sick. For sure cross contaminated. I only recommend going there if you have a gluten intolerance, because if you’re celiac, you’re gonna get contaminated.

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

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

— Below Average

Ordered a gluten free sausage deep dish, and I believe I was glutened by cross contamination. The pizza was delicious so if you're gluten intolerant definitely try it! I'm a sensitive celiac and I had all my usual cross contamination symptoms after eating here

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?

— Excellent

Gf deep dish pizza was decent, although slightly gummy like many others I've had. My gluten eating spouse tried mine and said it didn't taste much different from the regular. I didn't get sick and am quite sensitive to cross contamination.

Took off a star because they don't have any gf appetizers or desserts, I would have loved to be able to have those with the rest of my party.

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?

— Not Much

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

— Good

Ordered a deep dish pizza, yum!

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• 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?

— 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?

— Good

We ordered our pizza to go, when we got back to our hotel my crust of my pizza was burnt. But… the bottom of my pizza was rubber looking and not cooked all the way. I was extremely disappointed as we had heard great things.

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?

— Poor

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Good for peanut-free
• Good for takeout
• Good with other allergies
• Offers online ordering
• Reservations recommended

The gluten free crust on the deep dish was a bit tough, and I did get gluten by cross contamination.

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

— Not 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?

— Some

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

— Average

While happy to get deep dish pizza, there is a large mix of pros and cons. The crust wasn’t cooked at the way, which was odd since we waited about an hour for our food. Staff didn’t pay attention when I mentioned gluten allergy, so while I didn’t get sick, I was pretty concerned about it. Overall, just a so-so experience.

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?

— Not Much

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

— Average

Other Characteristics

• Good for dinner
• Good for lunch
• Good vegetarian options

Ordered deep dish many times without issue and it tastes amazing!!

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent