It's relaxing to dine at a restaurant where you don't have to question the waitstaff about gluten or wonder about the possibility of hidden gluten. As for the waitstaff, they are great. There's... More

It's relaxing to dine at a restaurant where you don't have to question the waitstaff about gluten or wonder about the possibility of hidden gluten. As for the waitstaff, they are great. There's plenty to choose from – pizza, salads, risotto (in many combinations), panini, and desserts. It's all fresh and even my non-celiac dining partners seem to love it. The dining area is a small space and often packed at lunch and dinner. Don't be daunted if you have to wait a little for a table because it's worth it.
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This place is so well-regarded for its risotto dishes that many don't even know that it's actually a specialty gluten-free restaurant. It also offers pizzas (they taste great, the the crust is... More

This place is so well-regarded for its risotto dishes that many don't even know that it's actually a specialty gluten-free restaurant. It also offers pizzas (they taste great, the the crust is obviously not traditional pizza dough) and pastas, and is a real treat for those with gluten-sensitivities, because there's no need to be careful or ask 100 questions before ordering.
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Situated on a corner on Bleecker Street, it's evident that Risotteria is largely about rice. As I'm not a big fan of rice, I still enjoy dining in this small, airy space trying out one of their... More

Situated on a corner on Bleecker Street, it's evident that Risotteria is largely about rice. As I'm not a big fan of rice, I still enjoy dining in this small, airy space trying out one of their numerous kinds of risotto. Because when presented with options, I'll bite - literally and figuratively. They've got more combinations than I've ever seen cumulatively in my years of dining out, and most of them turn out very tasty and the rice cooked to just the right amount. If are you are seriously against rice, however, you can also opt for a salad or a panini, which they also do well.
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When my mother came to town, we had a hard time finding good restaurants in the city that catered to her celiac wheat allergy. Of the several places we tried that had gluten-free menus, Risotteria... More

When my mother came to town, we had a hard time finding good restaurants in the city that catered to her celiac wheat allergy. Of the several places we tried that had gluten-free menus, Risotteria shone as the best dining experience. The rest of my family are fine with wheat and we all enjoyed our various dishes -- we tried several kinds of delicious risotto and salads, and my mom was delighted with her gluten-free pizza (apparently it is really hard to find decent GF pizza). Overall, it was a great experience -- yummy food, a cute little place in the village, and an entire family of satisfied customers.
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