I knew I had to bring my recently diagnosed gluten intolerant friend. I noticed they did in fact offer lunch as well as a gluten friendly menu. It was such a treat and a perfect way to begin my Philadelphia adventure.I never thought much of Georgio on Pine when I passed by, it just looked generic, but after reading a glowing review from South Philly Review, I looked at the menu. Knowing that I would be taken care of by a knowledgeable, dedicated staff really put me at ease and allowed me to really relax and enjoy the experience. My favorite part was eating the ends of the crust which were nice and crispy.Īll in all, the restaurant left me full and happy. Although a little soggy in the middle, the crust was chewy underneath the toppings and nice and crispy on the bottom which really brought out the taste and replicated the glutenous pizzas I remember from my pre-GF days. The crust, a favorite of mine from visiting other restaurants that served up Still Riding’s crust, was delicious and perfectly absorbed the right amount of sauce. The veggies were deliciously fresh and added interesting textures and flavor to the pizza. I’m so glad I did because the end product was beautiful to look at and delicious to eat. Although I was hesitant about some of the vegetables, I decided to go for it and try something new. The vegetables change seasonally, and my pizza’s array of vegetables included peas, broccoli, onions, mushrooms, and bell pepper. I opted for the mixed vegetable pizza because it offered the most toppings. One more menu item to note would be that they offer two gluten free desserts (I cannot recall what they were), but the both contain dairy, so I passed them up.Īlthough tempted by the pasta dishes, my heart was decidedly for their pizza. When asking about non-dairy items, they were just as knowledgeable, and willing to double check everything to ensure that my meal was safe. The pasta dishes are made with Schar’s noodles and the gluten free crusts come from Still Riding, a bakery specializing in gluten free crusts. Every appetizer and entree are gluten free (I did not ask about dairy free entrees, as I was sold on the pizza). In reviewing their menu, all gluten free dishes are marked (GF) and a special section of the menu outlines the gluten free pasta and pizza options. Switching to a predominately gluten free kitchen three years ago, they have seen their attendance rise over 40% from the influx of gluten free seeking customers. What’s so great about Giorgio’s is their vast knowledge of and adherence to gluten free protocols. My mom ordered the linguine w/ clams served with Schar spaghetti. It turned out great in the end because we could really talk to the friendly wait staff and Giorgio himself. Making a reservation for 5pm after reading some reviews in which people were having to wait a long time, I was pleasantly surprised to find that I was the only one there. However, with some quick thinking, my mom and I were able to finagle ourselves into the restaurant with some help from the wait staff. I was disappointed to find that the entrance to the restaurant was elevated off the street with no apparent accessible alternative. The neighborhood is quiet and residential which was charming, and a plus since we didn’t have to dodge traffic or crowds. Located on Pine Street, Giorgio’s sits off the hustle and bustle of Broad Street, a main street in the city. On his suggestion, I did my own research and was completely sold on the restaurant. For me, finding great gluten free pizza is a must wherever I go. He and I met at the Gluten-Free Living Conference Expo, and knowing that I’d be in Philly a week later, I was sure to pick his brain as to the best place to find a gluten free pizza in the city. Giorgio’s came highly recommended to me by Michael from Gluten Free Philly.
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