Risotteria Melotti is such a cute spot in NYC. All of the risottos are gluten-free, which was great for dining with my Celiac girlfriend.
Inside, it’s a small but intimate space. It feels almost like you’re dining in someone’s home because the kitchen is so close by.
For my meal, I had the calcio and pepe risotto. It was delicious and extremely filling. After that, I absolutely had to have the tiramisu for dessert. I love tiramisu and this was no different. With the large portions, I could’ve shared my dessert, but my girlfriend wanted the Nutella crepe, which was also delicious.
Overall, I highly recommend coming here.
Ten years ago, I wished for a 100 percent celiac-safe, 100 percent gluten free restaurant with incredible food, nearby. (I even wished for cloth napkins.)This gem opened up and my prayers were answered. It's the perfect place for anyone wanting consistently delicious food. Risotto, arancini, and don't get me started on the tiramisu... Italian feasts, warm, sexy ambience, kind staff. The chef is a culinary wizard. It's a trip to Italy, a block from the 9th precinct.
Love the place. Only time I was surprised was when I ordered vegan lasagna and it also turned out to be gluten free. But that's my fault for not reading the menu correctly.
The food wasn't bad - I like that there are plenty of vegan proteins to choose from and lots of them could be gluten-free. I got the Just Egg omelette with some vegan cheese and veggies. (Forgot to tell them that I didn't want toast but I just didn't eat it.) Nice and filling, tasted decent (though could have used more seasoning or even just a bit of salt).
Then I saw MOUSE run across the base of the wall.
Yes, I get that it's probably difficult to avoid rodents in these older buildings even if you're not a restaurant. But it's made me hesitate wanting to go back.
I’m Gluten-free and have never had a GF bagel this good!!! Usually GF bagels are too small and don’t have enough filling but it was the opposite here! Thank you so much!!!
Excellent falafel, top notch for a take-out joint. The salad is a nice mix of lettuce, onions, pickles, would be nice with some more diverse greens or some mint but maybe make that an add-on. Lots of tahini dressing. Works for gluten free and vegan diets (they do serve meat here as well)
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