We went there with our 13 yo who has celiac and got the gluten free pizza and no issues at all… it’s very hard to find a pizza place that we can all eat at… We drove over an hour and 15 minutes and was worth it….
Food was excellent. Really cool vibe. Lots of gluten free options for pizza and sandwiches. House made tortilla chips were super thin and crispy goodness.
When my daughter first pulled up to the building, I was a little put off by the outside, but we have found the best little gems in the least likely places. LaStella was definitely one of them. Immediately, it felt warm, and inviting the staff was very welcoming. The menus are simple, the food excellent. We had a garden salad, and it was fresh, crisp and tasty, followed by a gluten-free veggie pizza and yes, one pizza was enough, A+++. Although we don't live in Norwich, we definitely will be back.
I'm not even sure how this "pizza" restaurant has 4 stars. First red flag: There was 2 half pies sitting in the display case & it's 4 hours before closing time. Second red flag: Those 2
Half pies had no color to the crust & the toppings looked stale/not appealing. Last red flag: Quoted 10 mins for 3 pies to be ready!! 10 mins!! I'm like that can't be real.
I ordered a large pepperoni pizza, medium cheese pizza, and a gluten free margarita pizza. That oven must use hell fire. I've never been told 10 minutes for even one pizza pie but 3... Sigh. Should have said NOPE! - but gave them a try...
The crust was beyond your standard thin crust. No structure to the pizza & the cheese slid off the dough when you went to grab a slice. The dough barley had any color to it.
The pepperroni had some flavor due to the pepperroni itself but same issue as the cheese. Also, the cook time was evident. The pepperroni didn't even cook well. It was an oily mess.
The gluten free crust was good but the toppings were bad. The tomatoes were not plump red but a translucent red. Hardly any cheese or sauce.
I'm guessing because this spot supports all the local teams is why everyone gives them good ratings. This is no where close to good pizza. I'd take my school cafeteria pizza over this "pizza."
See photos for disappointment.
Also, plenty of parking.
Celiac friendly
