Celiac safety profile
Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard
Ice Cream Shop · Dessert Restaurant · Dessert Shop · Sundae Restaurant
5880 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
What you can eat here
Pulled from Gluto's celiac safety report for this location.
✅ Reported safe options
- Vanilla custard (gluten-free)
- Chocolate custard (gluten-free)
- Italian ice flavors (gluten-free, many flavors)
- Gelati (ice + gluten-free custard, when GF flavors are chosen)
⚠️ Risks & cross-contamination
- The facility is not dedicated gluten-free, so cross-contamination remains a possibility, especially with toppings and shared equipment.
- Some staff have been described as knowledgeable and careful (e.g., checking allergen lists, using separate scoopers for flavors), while others have shown gaps in allergen understanding. This inconsistency can affect safety, particularly on busy days.
- There are notes from recent visits where staff advised caution or were uncertain about gluten in non-core items, underscoring the value of proactive questions and staff education at the point of order.
Gluto score breakdown
Each axis is scored 0–100 from research + community signals.