Celiac safety profile
Lugano Ristorante
Italian Restaurant · Bar · Catering Service · Gluten Free Restaurant
1060 Darrington Dr, Cary, NC 27513
What you can eat here
Pulled from Gluto's celiac safety report for this location.
✅ Reported safe options
- Gluten-free bread served at the table (often heated to order; note that an upcharge may apply).
- Gluten-free pita bread as an option in some visits.
- Shrimp and Salmon Milanese described as always GF without modifications.
- Gluten-free pizza prepared in a separate oven (a key precaution highlighted by guests).
- The staff indicate that most meals can be made gluten-free, which expands potential options beyond explicitly labeled GF dishes.
⚠️ Risks & cross-contamination
- Lugano Ristorante is not a dedicated gluten-free facility. That means cross-contact risk exists inherently, and guests should communicate their needs clearly.
- There are historical reports of cross-contamination concerns from some diners, and at least one recent review described a situation where bread/pasta handling led to issues. These anecdotes underscore the importance of proactive staff engagement and kitchen communication on each visit.
- Overall, many guests report feeling safe due to knowledgeable staff and safety measures (e.g., separate oven for GF pizza), but occurrences of miscommunication or mishandling can happen, so proceed with clear, explicit instructions.
Gluto score breakdown
Each axis is scored 0–100 from research + community signals.