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Going Out To Eat For The First Time Since Going gluten-free (Biaggi's)


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So I did my research, found out that Biaggi's (awesome italian restaurant... it's a chain so some of you are familiar I hope!) has a gluten free menu. Even the bread that they first bring out to the table has a gluten-free version.

I called ahead and made a reservation and told the girl I will be needing a gluten-free menu. Then I stopped. I felt almost shy about it. I realized that I sort of feel awkward demanding that they be extra careful since I have not had a "formal" diagnosis. I know this is all in my head and I should realize that since I want to take this seriously, I should relay that attitude when asking that they do, as well.

Anyway, wish me luck! Has anyone been to Biaggi's and ordered gluten free? Their gluten-free menu looks awesome online! I hope it's a good experience!


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I have, and it was great. I didn't call in advance, so they didn't have any bread on hand for me, which was a bummer, but I learned my lesson on that! Next time I am in an area that has one, I definitely will call so that they will have some bread for me. The waiter knew what gluten was, and when he brought the bread basket for my husband, he carefully placed it on the other side of the table and smiled at me and said " Don't eat that, it isn't the gluten free stuff" I had pizza, and it was excellent. I definitely would go again. I hope your experience is as good as mine was!

LinFamilyLF Newbie

We've done Biaggis in Champaign and Naperville (both in Illinois). Every time we've gone we've been very happy with the food, the service and especilly the way they make Celiacs feel normal. One of our top three gluten-free places -- the other two are Luciano's and Ina's.

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