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Gluten-Free at Eataly

Erin Smith

Eataly is an amazing store in the heart of New York City. As soon as I walk in there, I am instantly transported back to my trip to Rome in 2009. The produce, the cheeses, the charcuterie, amazing coffee, and gelato, it is all instantly Italy. I love wandering (ok, pushing) my way through the overly crowded aisles and looking at all of the interesting products. Despite being heavy in the gluten, there are gluten-free products on the shelves at Eataly… you just have to look.

I recently met a friend for some wine at Eataly’s Birreria, the rooftop beer garden. With HUGE barrels of wine, who needs beer? Although we weren’t eating, I was curious about Eataly’s gluten-free dining options. Here is what Eataly had to say:

Although we do not have an exclusively gluten-free menu at any of our restaurants, we have several options that might work for you. At Le Pizza/Pasta, you can get your pasta replaced with gluten-free penne rigate. Il Pesce, Le Verdure, La Piazza, and La Birreria all have gluten free possibilities as well, but we cannot guarantee that they have not touched gluten. For desserts, Pasticceria counter offers several gluten and dairy free dessert options. I would recommend checking our website to see the full menu for each of these restaurants: http://eatalyny.com/eat. Please feel free to contact us with any more questions.

Regards,
Allison Stewart
Guest Relations

While this was somewhat reassuring,  I want to warn you that Eataly is VERY crowded. I suggest going at an off-hours time to make sure I got the full attention of my server to explain my gluten-free needs. I am definitely going back soon to actually EAT at EATALY. This is one of my favorite places in NYC and I suggest you add it to your Big Apple gluten-free itinerary!

Eataly
200 5th Avenue at 23rd Street
New York, NY

info@eataly.com
T: 212.229.2560
Open Every Day

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Gluten-Free Fun in NYC on Urbantag

Erin Smith

Heading to New York City this summer? Have a iPhone? Then download the Urban Tag app and start following my Gluten-Free Fun map of New York City. I list my favorite restaurants around Manhattan that can serve you delicious gluten-free food. I will only add restaurants that I have dined at and that have my Gluten-Free Globetrotting stamp of approval!

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Photo Friday: Gluten-Free at Citifield

Erin Smith
Gluten-Free Concession Stand at Citifield
Gluten-Free Concession Stand at Citifield, home of the NY Mets
Near the World Marketplace
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Gluten-Free NYC Favorites

Erin Smith
Gluten-Free in New York City
New York City as seen from Gantry Plaza State Park

As a native New Yorker and life-long Celiac, I am often asked what my favorite gluten-free restaurants are in New York City. I love all of the amazing food NY has to offer, but I am a dedicated customer and usually return to the places that I feel safest and that feed me best.

Here is a list of my Gluten-Free in New York City favorites:

Risotteria
http://risotteria.com/
270 Bleecker Street at Morton Street
This place has the best gluten-free breadsticks in the whole world! They have an extensive gluten-free menu including risotto, paninis, and lots of desserts.

S'Mac
345 East 12th Street between 1st Ave & 2nd Ave
http://www.smacnyc.com/
Gluten-free macaroni and cheese. This is a very all-American type of meal. I would go here for lunch or dinner. The Alpine is my favorite!

Babycakes NYC
http://babycakesnyc.com/
248 Broome Street at Ludlow
This bakery sells gluten-free donuts, cupcakes, cakes, and more. I love the gluten-free carrot cake cupcakes with the vanilla icing.

Nizza NYC
http://www.nizzanyc.com/
630 9th Avenue between 44th and 45th Streets
Northern Italian cuisine. The Gran Cru socca (a pancake-like dish made with chickpea flour) is my favorite. They are a certified gluten-free restaurant.*

Heartland Brewery-Midtown West
http://www.heartlandbrewery.com/8th_Ave.php
625 8th Ave at 41st Street
This all-American bar and grill is located right outside the Port Authority Bus Terminal in the heart of Times Square. They serve gluten-free beer and also have an extensive gluten-free menu. The nachos are delicious and so are the french fries, which are cooked in a dedicated fryer!

Mozzarelli's
http://www.mozzarellis.com/
38 East 23rd Street
When I go to Mozzarelli’s, I feel like I am being fed by family. Chefs Ronnie and Elan know exactly how to feed their gluten-free customers. They are always experimenting with new pizza crusts and toppings. This is a traditional New York pizzeria that serves gluten-free pizza, wraps, and desserts. They also have a full line of gluten-free cookies called My Dad’s Cookies.

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Gluten-Free in NYC on FourSquare

Erin Smith

Are you traveling to NYC with a smartphone? Download the FourSquare app and follow my Gluten-Free in NYC list. This will show you some of my favorite gluten-free restaurants and markets around Manhattan and the five boroughs. I only add places that I have actually been to, so this list is vetted by me! Check out my tips and favorite menu items as well. 

http://foursquare.com/gfreefun/list/glutenfree-fun-in-nyc