If you eat gluten-free – whether by personal preference or medical necessity – and you want to know what is actually available at an Italian restaurant in Paje, this guide is for you. We cover our gluten free pizza and pasta alternatives, naturally gluten-free dishes across the menu, and the steps we take to protect guests with celiac disease.
Italian-leaning kitchens and gluten-free dining do not always have a smooth relationship. Because the cuisine is inherently built on pasta, pizza, and fresh bread, many restaurants treat a gluten free request as an inconvenient modification rather than a serious requirement.
Kaio is built differently. We keep specialized gluten-free flour and gluten-free pasta in stock at all times. Every single pizza on our menu can be crafted on a gluten free crust, almost any pasta sauce can be paired with gluten-free noodles, and a massive portion of our day-to-day menu – like our fresh local seafood, vibrant salads, and morning healthy bowls – is naturally gluten-free without any modifications at all.
An Important Note on Celiac Disease: While we take allergies incredibly seriously, Kaio is not a certified, 100% gluten-free facility. Our kitchen handles traditional wheat flour every day at the main pizza and pasta stations. Below, we outline exactly how we manage cross-contamination so you can make the safest choice for your comfort level.
Any option from the core Kaio pizza lineup can be prepared gluten-free. Our gluten free dough is made from a dedicated flour blend, mixed using separate kitchen tools, and hand-stretched away from the main flour-heavy pizza counter to minimize cross-contamination.
The crust bakes beautifully in our 400°C to 450°C Italian electric oven, giving you a thin, crisp, and genuinely satisfying bite that holds up to the regular crust – never a polite compromise.
You can order any of these styles on our gluten-free crust:
Margherita, Marinara, Margherita Bufala, Quattro Formaggi, Funghi, Rucola e Parmigiano, Capricciosa, and Quattro Stagioni.
Pizza Lagoon (with fresh local prawns), Pizza Paje (with tender grilled octopus), Pizza Garden (loaded with seasonal vegetables), Pizza Bianca Limone (with creamy lemon ricotta), and Pizza Tonno e Cipolla (local yellowfin tuna and red onion).
Vegan Marinara, Vegan Verdure, and Vegan Funghi.
For the best experience, please mention that you need a gluten-free crust when making your reservation. Advance notice allows our kitchen team to portion the dough and prep the station appropriately before you sit down.
Available across all of our lunch and dinner services, our kitchen keeps gluten-free pasta on hand in three classic shapes: spaghetti, penne, and fusilli. We can pair these noodles with almost any of our house sauces, which are naturally gluten-free, olive oil-based, or tomato-driven.
We highly recommend pairing our gluten-free pasta with these classic sauces:
Slow-simmered tomatoes, fresh basil, extra virgin olive oil, and parmesan.
Toasted garlic, olive oil, fresh chili, and parsley.
A fiery blend of tomato, garlic, and local chili.
Rich tomato sauce, fried eggplant, fresh basil, and salted ricotta.
A smooth lemon cream sauce with parmesan and garden herbs.
Fresh local clams tossed with garlic, parsley, and olive oil.
Plump prawns, cherry tomatoes, garlic, chili, and basil.
Slow-cooked octopus, rich tomato, olives, and capers.
Flaky yellowfin tuna, cherry tomatoes, olives, and capers.
Fire-grilled seasonal vegetables, herbs, and olive oil (fully vegan).
These dishes require absolutely no substitutions or modifications, they are entirely gluten-free exactly as served.
Every whole grilled fish, our tender octopus preparations, our garlic prawn dishes, the Tuna Carpaccio, Tuna Tartare, and Sea Bream Crudo are completely free of gluten.
Please note: Our Calamari Fritti and the Kids’ Fish & Chips use a light flour batter. If you are highly sensitive, please chat with your server about alternative prep for these specific items.
A perfect study in simplicity. Imported Italian spaghetti tossed in a bright, slow-simmered tomato sauce, finished with fresh basil and extra-virgin olive oil.
Our Tuna Poke Bowl (served over rice), the Mediterranean Quinoa Salad, and our Roasted Vegetable and Halloumi bowl. For a nutrient-dense boost, try our Buddha Bowl (quinoa), Surf Bowl (brown rice), or Power Bowl (quinoa).
Our Mediterranean Bowl contains bulgur wheat, but our kitchen can easily swap it for quinoa on request.
Our Grilled Vegetable Platter, Stuffed Peppers, and thick-cut Cauliflower Steak are excellent gluten-free options. For a warm starter, both our Tomato Basil and Coconut Pumpkin soups are naturally gluten-free.
Start your morning with fresh seasonal fruit, Greek yogurt, eggs cooked any way you like, or our signature smoothie bowls. We have gluten-free bread available on request, just mention it to your server when you arrive so we can toast it on a clean surface. Our entire beverage menu – including fresh cold-pressed juices, creative mocktails, house-made sodas, and our La Cimbali espresso coffee program – is naturally gluten-free.
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Because Kaio is an active kitchen handling traditional wheat flour daily for our pizzas and pastas, we want to be completely transparent. While we use separate prep spaces, clean tools, and careful handling for gluten-free requests, we cannot guarantee an entirely airborne-gluten-free environment.
If you have celiac disease or a severe gluten allergy, we highly recommend these steps to keep your meal safe and stress-free:
Note “Celiac Disease” (rather than a general gluten-free preference) in our online reservation portal. This alerts our kitchen management ahead of time.
As soon as you are seated, let your server know your sensitivity level so they can double-check your order with the head chef.
While our gluten-free pizza and pasta are handled with great care, choosing our whole grilled catch of the day, fresh crudos, or quinoa grain bowls naturally lowers the risk of cross-contamination.
Note “Celiac Disease” (rather than a general gluten-free preference) in our online reservation portal. This alerts our kitchen management ahead of time.
Ordering a gluten-free meal at Kaio is straightforward:
Reserve your table online in advance and note your gluten safety requirements.
Remind your server when you arrive so they can guide you to the best dishes for the day.
Relax and enjoy a real beachfront meal right on the sand.
Every single pizza on our menu can be prepared on a dedicated gluten-free crust, and we keep gluten-free spaghetti, penne, and fusilli on hand for our house pasta sauces.
If you prefer to skip alternatives entirely, a massive portion of our menu is naturally gluten-free as served, including all of our whole grilled fish, fresh crudos, morning smoothie bowls, and quinoa grain bowls.
We are an active kitchen that handles traditional wheat flour daily. If you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity, please flag this in our online booking system before you arrive so our kitchen can implement extra preparation safety measures.
Our culinary team is always happy to talk through ingredients with you. If you ever feel unsure about a menu item, just ask your server to call the chef over to your table.
