San Francisco's First Gluten-Free Italian Restaurant Opens

Clementina offers a celiac-safe dining experience with classic Italian flavors

Apr. 11, 2026 at 12:04pm by

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A vibrant, silkscreen-style grid of a single Italian food item, such as a pizza slice or pasta dish, rendered in a bold, neon color palette with heavy black outlines, conceptually representing the creative, inclusive dining experience at Clementina.Clementina's innovative gluten-free Italian menu brings classic flavors to a new generation of diners.San Francisco Today

Clementina, San Francisco's first gluten-free Italian restaurant, has opened its doors, offering a diverse menu of classic Italian dishes made with gluten-free ingredients. Founded by Gianluca Legrottaglie and Viviana Devoto, the restaurant was inspired by their daughter's celiac disease, with the goal of creating a dining experience that is both delicious and safe for those with gluten intolerance.

Why it matters

The opening of Clementina highlights the growing demand for inclusive dining experiences that cater to those with dietary restrictions. As more people embrace gluten-free and celiac-safe diets, restaurants like Clementina play a crucial role in ensuring that everyone can enjoy the social and cultural aspects of dining out.

The details

Clementina's menu features a range of gluten-free Italian classics, including tagliatelle made with chickpea and brown rice flours, a pesto lasagna, and a pizza crust made with rice flour. The restaurant also offers creative dishes like butter-poached asparagus with buffalo mozzarella and a unique red pie named after the founders' daughter, Alice, featuring anchovies and capers.

  • Clementina opened in April 2026.

The players

Gianluca Legrottaglie

Co-founder of Clementina, the first gluten-free Italian restaurant in San Francisco.

Viviana Devoto

Co-founder of Clementina, the first gluten-free Italian restaurant in San Francisco.

Alice

The daughter of Gianluca Legrottaglie and Viviana Devoto, whose celiac disease inspired the creation of Clementina.

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The takeaway

The story of Clementina is a beautiful example of how personal experiences can drive positive change in the food industry. It's a reminder that innovation and empathy can create spaces where everyone can feel included and celebrated.