Maggiano's Little Italy

Gluten-free dining in Wauwatosa, WI. Explore the gluten‑free menu, safety notes, and map.

2500 North Mayfair Road
Safety Overview

Celiac safety assessment and key features

65%
Moderate

Maggiano’s Little Italy puts a lot of heart into hospitality, and you’ll feel that from the moment you mention any dietary concern. While they don’t claim a dedicated gluten-free kitchen, their chefs and staff are trained to accommodate allergies—if you flag your celiac needs, they’ll walk you through the menu and coordinate custom preparations. Expect honest transparency: they’ll provide ingredient lists and clearly discuss cross-contact risks, so you’re never left guessing. Just know, with shared spaces in play, extra caution is always needed—so if you’re highly sensitive, it’s worth having a thorough conversation before you order.

Gluten-Free Options

GF Options Available

Dedicated Prep Area

Shared kitchen

Staff Training

Basic training

Dining Experience

What to expect and popular dishes

Restaurant locations vary in size and ambiance, generally family-friendly.
Menu options are extensive, with some dishes potentially suitable if carefully prepared.

Food Quality Rating

4.0/5.0
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What Diners Are Saying

Recent reviews and experiences

Maggiano's emphasizes authentic Italian recipes with a focus on scratch cooking and high-quality ingredients.

The restaurant's staff, including chefs with extensive experience, are committed to accommodating allergies and dietary restrictions.

While specific gluten-free or celiac safety features are not explicitly detailed, the restaurant's emphasis on ingredient quality and customization suggests a focus on safety.

Restaurant locations vary in size and ambiance, generally family-friendly.

Menu options are extensive, with some dishes potentially suitable if carefully prepared.

Service Quality Rating
3.0/5Staff are knowledgeable about ingredients and willing to accommodate allergies, but lack formal gluten-free protocols.
Safety Recommendations

Important considerations for celiac diners

Exercise Caution

Given the absence of dedicated gluten-free facilities and the potential for cross-contact in a shared kitchen environment, Maggiano's is not recommended for highly sensitive or celiac individuals.

Questions to Ask
  • • Dedicated fryer for GF items?
  • • Cross-contamination protocols?
  • • Staff training on celiac disease?

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maggiano's Little Italy completely gluten-free?

No, but they offer gluten-free options with a 65% safety score.

How does the restaurant prevent cross-contamination?

Standard allergen safety protocols in place.

Is it safe for people with celiac disease?

Given the absence of dedicated gluten-free facilities and the potential for cross-contact in a shared kitchen environment, Maggiano's is not recommended for highly sensitive or celiac individuals.

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