Senza Gluten
“This was my first time eating lasagna since I was diagnosed w/ Celiac disease in 2007 and it did not disappoint.”
“Dessert was extraordinary – tiramisu and molten chocolate cake to die for!!!”
“The eggplant parmigiana here is more of a lasagna type, versus a finger food/dipping type, which I've seen at other restaurants.”
Senza Gluten
Takes Reservations: Yes
Delivery: Yes
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Bike Parking: Yes
Good for Kids: Yes
Good for Groups: Yes
Outdoor Seating: Yes
Waiter Service: Yes
Price range.
$$ Price range $11-30
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Being a gluten intolerant foodie, I searched for what seemed like ages on Yelp for exactly the right spot to eat a delicious lunch while visiting NYC. I'm so thrilled that I came across this place because it was a gf person's paradise.
The restaurant is very charming and looked like something plucked right out of Venice. The servers were very sweet and super attentive, as they came over many times to pour our water.
My best friend and I couldn't decide what we wanted so we decided to split the Gamberi salad and the Tartufo flatbread. The salad was really fresh and the grilled shrimp on top were tender and delicious. The flatbread was incredible…probably the best gf flatbread that I've ever had. The toppings (mushrooms, arugula, smoked prosciutto, mozzarella and truffle oil) were absolutely perfect. And the portion was so big that we each took a piece to go…which we scarfed cold on the street later & it was just as good!
For dessert I ordered something that I haven't had in years and thought I would never eat again…molten lava cake! It was served warm (of course!) with sliced strawberry with toasted almond cream anglaise and vanilla bean ice cream. Honestly it was even better than I remember any non-gf lava cake being back when I could eat such things.
So as you can tell, I really loved this place & if I lived around here I would be in a lot of trouble, especially with their fabulous menu! So if you're gf, you need to check this place out and even if you're not, it's worth a visit!
We were wandering around looking for a nice Italian spot near the west village on a Friday night and somehow stumbled on this location. There's a old school Italian restaurant, with really great pasta. I really like their (Bruschetta ai Funghi) mushroom bruschetta, the regular standard original version with the tomatotoes weren't very memorable. Each of us ordered a pasta dish and all were generally good. We didn't notice any major difference regarding the gluten aspect. The top choice was the spaghetti with the tomatoes sauce and speck. I ordered the Gnocchi with mushroom and cream sauce, which I really liked. For drinks we ordered a carafe of sangria, which was nice and didn't taste watered down. If I had to articulate a difference, it would be that without gluten, the pasta bite is different, its not as firm or chewy. I cant speak for the meat and seafood dishes, but this is a nice place for pasta, with nice service and date like ambiance.
If you're someone who's allergic to gluten or is doing a gluten free diet, this place would definitely be a solid choice for you.
I was so excited to have found this gem in Soho. I loved that everything in the restaurant was gluten free, I didn't have to worry once about talking to anyone about my gluten intolerance. Unfortunately, I had already eaten brunch at a different area in the city, and didn't have enough room for a full entree or appetizer, so I ordered the tiramisu and the house rose instead. They do not allow for half orders of any dish, I wish they did though, I wanted so badly to taste something savory off of their menu. Little outside patio is super warming and very serene, lots of little house plants around, and the restaurant itself is situated on a quaint little street. Fabulous service from several wait staff, and I was checked on frequently without feeling like they checked in too much. Tiramisu was delicious! Creamy filling, and the lady fingers tasted like it was gluten filled. I can't wait to come back when I'm truly hungry, I want to try everything on the menu!
**cash or American Express only!!!!
I was so excited to see an Italian GF place in a cute little section of Greenwich village. They have the ambience down…it reminded me of a cafe in Tuscany. The wine selection was good also ($12-14 per glass) and I enjoyed both the Malbec and the Chianti I tried. But their entrees just fell flat and I was extremely disappointed.
I ordered the marinated lamb chops. They were frenched so they looked pretty, but for $33 they were tiny and overcooked. I asked for medium and they came out well done. The flavor was tasty and zesty, but they were just too over to enjoy. The green beans were the highlight of the dish…crisp tender and nicely seasoned.
My dining companion got the pasta al pommodoro, which was essentially cooked dried pasta tossed in tomato sauce. Bland, tomatoey, and disappointing. For $17, I was expecting more. I had hoped they would make their own pasta, but alas they do not. I honestly could have done better at home.
Finally, and very importantly, they accept American Express or cash. Nothing else. They have an ATM downstairs but there's a $2.50 cash withdrawal fee. 🙁
Overall I was quite disappointed with Senza, and suggest you try somewhere else.
I've had Senza Gluten bookmarked for ages so I was really excited to dine here on Date Night w/ E. Everything on the menu is gluten free and I mean everything. That means the lasagna is gluten free, the gnocchi, the ravioli … all gluten free. Upon sitting down, I order a gluten free Blonde ale (my favorite) and I order bread with a side of olive oil for the table- something I normally don't do, in a grandiose manner. My boyfriend didn't even touch the bread basket, I devoured all the yeasty goodness in under 3 minutes flat. And because this was a once-in-a-blue-moon event for me, I order the lasagna because why not? Heaven does not know fatness. My plate came and I was in ecstasy. This was my first time eating lasagna since I was diagnosed w/ Celiac disease in 2007 and it did not disappoint. I was bursting with fullness by the end of the entrees but felt it was my duty to soldier on for fellow celiacs who haven't had good dessert since diagnosis so I ordered the tiramisu. It was absolutely scrumptious and I wanted to hug the server when she came over with the check after. For real, I had to restrain myself from giving the hostess/owner a huge bear hug when we were on our way out. This place is that good. Highly recommended.
Highly recommended! Our party of 15 was here on December 30 for a special occasion. Every single person loved the food and ambiance. Most people couldn't believe it was gluten free.
First off, I want to give a big shout out to the staff here. Absolutely wonderful! A few of us arrived before everyone else and were in the mood for a bottle of Moscato. They had none chilled but took the time to ask us if we were okay with chilling a bottle on ice, which would be ready in 10 minutes. The restaurant itself is very quaint and cozy with an old world trattoria vibe.
And the food was phenomenal! I started with the Calamari and it was perfect- tender and crispy, and the white (garlic) and red dipping sauces were exquisite. I had the chicken parmesan for my main and it was also perfect and huge. I couldn't finish it! Since there were 15 of us, we managed to order everything on the menu, and everything got a thumbs up.
A sweet lady (I am assuming she is the owner) came over to us and wished us well with a beautiful pana cotta drizzled with fresh strawberry sauce. I don't usually enjoy pana cotta but I changed my mind that day! Absolutely delicious! I also had the tiramisu which was stellar. Perfect texture and consistency.
On a side note, we called in a few days earlier to ensure they could accommodate our party. Senza Gluten made everything easy (unlike some other Manhattan restaurants we called). The service standard is impeccable here.
I'm looking forward to going back.
My girlfriend has celiac disease and finding good dining options for us can sometimes be quite challenging. I pretty much stumbled upon Senza Gluten by accident via Yelp and we decided to hit it up after having checked out the Book of Mormon (amazing show, by the way). We arrived at around 9.30 pm and the place only hosted a couple of other diners. The setting was very rustic but cute and intimate. We were greeted by our hostess and the service itself was very attentive.
My girlfriend was in complete awe over all the things that she could eat. We ordered the calamari and bruschetta for starters, lasagna and chicken parmiggiano for mains and the tiramisu for dessert. I really wanted to like this place because they scored high points on both ambiance and service, but the food was really quite disappointing in my opinion. The lasagna was quite flavorless and lacked seasoning and the chicken breading was only ok. The tomato sauce had drenched the chicken making it soggy and soft. But.. the Tiramisu was absolutely amazing. It really should come with a halo on top, because it was godlike. Definitely the highlight of the evening.
We went back a few days later and ordered some more food – again, not impressed with the food, but we pretty much went there only for the Tiramisu. If you live in the area, go for the Tiramisu and a coffee, and if you live far away, make the trip, it's definitely worth it. Unfortunately, because of the food otherwise failing to impress, I rank this up to a 3-star, but great concept and great service otherwise.
I am in love! It is very hard to find good Gluten Free food and I have to admit that I miss a good bread and pasta. The food here was so good that for a second, I thought I was in Italy and forgot that I was eating Gluten Free. After having one meal, I had to come back the following week for a second appearance – both times were great!
The decor is elegant and classy. There is dimmed lighting and charming Italian music in the background. The staff is very elegant and service is what I remember experiencing in Europe. They were all dressed in black and are helpful and professional.
My favorites: the bread and olive oil, the pasta with seafood and the ravioli. I would recommend to try everything! They seem to take gluten free very seriously in the restaurant because there is a book about celiac disease as you enter and from everything we tried – they make it taste good.
The place is located in Little Italy and there are other gluten free options for pizza and pasta in the area so I am guessing competition here is not small. I do like this place for its elegance and it will now be my go to place for date night in the city.