Unpacked by AFAR · Friday, July 24, 2026
The Italian restaurant Strada Italiano, a 13-year mainstay in Asheville, offers a surprising array of dishes, including a standout gluten-free ragatoni. The chef's own celiac disease ensures the gluten-free options are not an afterthought but a carefully crafted part of the menu.
“Strada has been open just a little over 13 years, which makes you a main stay and a family favorite.”
“And we have our gluten-free ragatoni. It's actually vegan and gluten-free.”
“If I didn't tell you it was gluten-free, you might not even guess that it was.”