Polenteria

Stumbled upon this place on Google maps and happy we did! My wife has celiacs so going out to eat just isn’t in the cards until we found this place! It’s a small space and we didn’t have a reservation but luckily they were able to seat us at the bar. The food was all amazing and the owner and waitress were a delight to talk to. We will 1000% be coming back for our next date night.

We happened upon this little GF Gem today and couldn’t wait to tell you about it. Everything is GF. As a celiac, I felt so happy to be able to eat meatballs (no gluten-filled breadcrumbs inside), as well as a delish grilled cheese sandwich with yummy tomato bisque. We took some choc chip cookies and bread to go and made our world back out into gluten land. It’s one not to miss!

Hidden Gem, lovely dining experience! This restaurant is tucked away on the back side of the road, it was a little hard to find but what a lovely dining experience! The hospitality is top notch, and the food is amazing! Every item on the menu is gluten free and made from scratch, everything we ordered seemed to melt in our mouths in the best way. Every dish was made with care and absolutely delicious. The dining room is intimate and has lovely ambiance. The china the food is served on reminds me of special occasion heirloom china, so pretty. If you want a unique high quality meal, give this place a try!

Delicious gluten free Italian food (delicious even if you’re not gluten free). We had the lemon ricotta pancakes and the arancini di riso (fried risotto balls) and both were great. Service was friendly and food came out quickly.

Loved Polenteria. It's wonderful to go to an Italian restaurant that's entirely gluten free and feels up-market. It's not cheap, but it was a lovely meal. We started with some of the best GF bread I've ever tasted, home-baked. Then various dishes between 3 of us: salad, pasta with bolognaise, pasta with meatballs, fish and mash. The fish and mashed potato were excellent. The tomato sauces, very good (not the best I've ever tasted, but solid). My one gripe was that it was more like pasta stew than pasta with sauce...way too much sauce! However, one of our group keeps remembering how good the meatballs were! I will definitely return. Good wine list, cocktails, and GF desserts to finish.

Really wonderful for a cozy special occasion. There’s not many seats, so it felt intimate and warm. The food was delicious, especially the focaccia, bruschetta, mushroom gnocchi, and flourless chocolate dessert. I only wish the seatings were for longer as I would have loved to linger more. Hard to believe everything is gluten free.

Tucked away underneath Charley’s is a gem of a restaurant called Polenteria. With the feel of a European bar and 50s era dining room, Polenteria has a menu featuring twists on classic items such as Short Rib and Eggplant Parmesan and a unique variety of polenta. The bread and butter appetizer is delicious. The focaccia is reminiscent of pound cake in its moistness and density. The Chicken Marsala was just right, not overcooked and loaded with mushrooms and string beans on a bed of mashed potatoes. The Watermelon and Crispy Pork Belly salad was different from any salad I’ve ever had. There was a soft bacon-like quality to the pork belly cubes and the watermelon had been seared and seasoned. The Limoncello Martini was a bit vodka-forward but good. Overall, a special experience for those who are interested in gluten-free fusion Italian dishes.

I was so excited to come here and try this fully gluten free restaurant but me and my boyfriend ended up very disappointed with our experience. When we entered the restaurant we were sat at a table about 1 foot away from another couple in the middle of the room. This felt very strange since there were other tables open but they chose to sit us directly next to another couple, so close that it felt like we were in their conversation. The next issue was the food timing. We waited about 50 minutes for our food to come. The entire dining experience is supposed to be 1 hour and 30 minutes but 50 of that was taken up by waiting. This was extremely frustrating too because we could see couples who got to the restaurant after us getting the same things that we ordered first. Once the food got to our table it was very disappointing. The pasta was overcooked and had a hole going through the middle which made it feel like I was eating a long macaroni noodle with my sausage pasta. We also ordered a ravioli and short rib. The ravioli was so heavy and the sauce on it was so thick we barely could eat it. The short rib was extremely overcooked and dry and not what you would expect for 50 dollars. Another note to add is that this restaurant does not have a bathroom. When you pay for such an expensive meal you hope that the restaurant you go to at least has a bathroom for their customers. But no, customers are expected to walk down to the Main Street and use a communal bathroom with a code. This is not what you would expect for a fine dining restaurant. Overall, I do not recommend coming here. As a celiac, I have had far better pasta from the box. After spending 200 dollars here we feel very disappointed and almost scammed out of our money. Super disappointed with this place and if you are a celiac and seeing this excited that there is a fully gf restaurant near you, please spend your money elsewhere. It is not worth the money or the time.

This place is cute and intimate! Theres at most 7 tables, and 2 seats at the bar. They have candles at every table for dinner. Surprisingly, they dont do any birthday specials like free dessert. They give complimentary bread thats super soft, but wish this was toasted. To make up for it, We ordered a Bruschetta flight with the piedmonte, yvonna, and calabria. These were huge and nicely toasted. They gave us knife so we can cut them into pieces and split them. Really enjoyed the brie on these I ordered the mushroom polenta with alfredo sauce and was a bit disappointed at the amount of polenta. I expected more. My friend got the special where it was porkchops on top of polenta. I didnt notice how much polenta she got but she received 2 huge pieces of pork. There's no specials menu, the server told us the specials verbally. On the bill, it was $40. For dessert, I got the cannoli. I would not get this again. The shell tasted very burnt to me. In the end, I would definitely visit again and try other dishes. The service was nice and the setting was cozy

Polenteria did not disappoint! Looove Italian food but don't always love the feeling of rolling to the car after consuming all of the carbs and gluten. Found this place and was instantly intrigued. Gluten free Italian food?! Seemed very controversial so I had to investigate. Despite it being 6p on a Friday night there was a surprising amount of parking available - both street parking and in the public lots. We lucked out and found a spot in the lot right behind the restaurant. This is almost never the case, so plan to get there a little earlier in case you have to do a few laps to find a spot. In addition to the lot right behind the restaurant there are two other public lots within walking distance. What we weren't so successful at was finding the actual door to enter the restaurant. It was dark out when we arrived and the signage and clear indicators of an entryway were very sparse. See my photo for where to enter. The other strange thing was there's no handle on the outside of where you enter so again, we were kind of baffled. Again, it was dark and we were starving so maybe we missed it. However, we were spotted by someone waiting to greet and seat us so we only looked lost for a moment. The vibe is really cute, cozy, and tight. Some say private, romantic... maybe... but here's where we come to my only real complaint - the two guys sitting maaaaybe a foot away from us spewing nothing but business jargon and buzzwords around the table all night. Time and a place for all of that Sirs, and Polenteria isn't it. If the restaurant was bigger and there was more room in between our table it might have been easier to block them out. While no one can help that, I'd be lying by if I said it didn't detract from the experience. Now more importantly - the food! Starting with the gluten free bread, roasted garlic, and butter - probably the best bread I've ever had. Super soft and extremely flavorful. If store bought gluten free bread tasted like that I'd probably eat it more. The drinks were deliciously balanced. The main courses and desserts were perfectly portioned and cooked impeccably. Service was great from the moment we looked like deer in headlights trying to find the entrance. Our waitress was amazing and attentive. Depending on the number in your party they have certain time limits for how long you can eat and linger. While we didn't seem rushed, they definitely kept it moving, ensuring plates came out in a timely manner - which I prefer, but others might not. Best part of all - we left full but not disgustingly so. Thank you gluten free food!

Excellent food and service. High quality and staff was very professional and kind. Out favorite dishes were the sausage and mushroom polenta. The pork chop was perfectly cooked but too sweet IMHO. All gluten free dining experience.

Great delicious food! Unique creative dishes. Very attentive servers. A special place. The ambiance is like cafe In Italy. So cute!

This place is a gem for gluten free food! It is very small so I suggest making a reservation but it feels very intimate and welcoming. The chicken Parmesan was amazing, so were the risotto balls.

Adorable little restaurant in Los Gatos! I went there with a few friends and tried the bruschetta flight, chicken Parmesan, and formaggio polenta. What works: -- the whole menu is gluten free! -- Lovely atmosphere. It's a small space with soft lighting, candles on each table, and throw pillows in each booth. It felt very cozy -- music was fun but not too loud or distracting -- the bruschetta flights were a fun way to try out some new flavors! I enjoyed the Vincenzo most -- the chicken Parmesan was really crispy and well breaded -- the polenta was very flavorful and creamy What didn't work: -- the polenta was very heavy. It's clear that there's a lot of butter and cream and while that makes it tasty, I do wish there were more fresh elements on the plate to balance it out -- very little pasta is on the menu which I found odd considering it is an Italian restaurant -- I was charged for a full bottle of sparkling water :/ I would've appreciated it if they gave a heads up that I'd be getting a whole bottle instead of just a glass Overall, I enjoyed the meal and the atmosphere, it's a lovely place for a date or intimate dinner with friends.

This is a must try, food is fabulous, service is great and the ambiance is lovely. Be sure to get a reservation as this little restaurant only has like 5 tables and 2 bar seats so walking in would be difficult during prime time. The food: First they bring you bread - for gluten free bread this was absolutely delicious. One was dense,and the other soft and fluffy, it came with this delicious butter and roasted head of garlic. Next up we had some bruschetta (not pictured as my husband couldn't help himself and ate it before I got a photo) We did the flight of 3: Como: sundried tomato, goat cheese, micro basil - this one was good but I would prob swap to try a different one Roma: tomato, basil, garlic - delicious would order again Piedmonte: brie, green apple, honey - must order. The creamy Brie, tart apple and sweet honey on the soft bread was delicious. For salads we each got out own: I got the Colossea: granny smith apple, red onion. goat cheese, dried cranberry, rield greens, balsamic. It was delicious I would order it again. My husband also couldn't resist himself. The only thing I would say is it would have been better with more goat cheese. Rucola Classica: arugula, cherry tomato, shaved parmesan. lemon oil. My husband ate every bite, for something light and fresh would suggest. caprese: roasted roma tomato, burrata, fresh basil, E.V.O.O.. This was a beautiful presentation and my aunt said it was delicious. For entrees: Short Rib: this was delicious, the meat was so tender and green beans cooked perfectly in garlic. I would make sure someone at the table orders. The sauce does have kick to it. Pork Chop Special: my aunt and I split this and it was perfect size for two. They were so kind to split it in the back. The crust on this pork chop was so unique and delicious I would love to know how it was done! And then the sauce on top was delicious. Not to mention the polenta was fabulous. And last but not least, Dessert: Flourless Chocolate Cake - ice cream and raspberries on top with a decadent chocolate gooey cake. Pannacotta - delicious thick vanilla dessert Would definitely recommend!

Incredible gluten free food and cozy feel. I think I gained 5 lbs after the meal but loved every single thing. The drinks were a tad sweet but the food was absolutely beautiful. I loved it.

Polenteria provides the elegance of Italian cuisine that highlights the intimacy of having a conversation without loud music or crowds. I had been invited to a family dinner at this location because of my dietary needs. The furniture and atmosphere depict European elegance. I also noticed this location may be tricky to find because it isn't on the Main Street! This made it a treasure in of its own. I appreciated the staff accommodating my vegetarian preferences and creating a beautiful polenta. The namesake of this location rings true for its polenta crafting capabilities. It is warm, comforting, and downright tasty. Every ingredient blends together wonderfully, and there's no need to alter the flavor through salt or pepper. Overall, I enjoyed this location for its gluten free menu that was delightful, and its overall atmosphere. Missing the taste of Italian cooking because of gluten intolerance was so heartbreaking, and finding this spot was a delight.

Every bite was delicious. Appetizers, main dish, dessert. Every bite. The service was perfect. It is a small, cozy space, and I really enjoyed the entire evening. Would love to go back soon! I did not take time for photos because I like to enjoy my food while it is hot and fresh. But trust me, it's great.

I recently ate at Polenteria, it was my second time. I ordered Pork Chop on top of Creamy Polenta - it was so yummy! For starters I ordered Calamari and it came with Sweet Red Peppers and two sauces. It was different but super yummy! I ordered two desserts - Lemon Ricotta cheesecake and Cannoli. Both were so good. The shell of the Cannoli was crisp and fresh! Service is too notch! When I called for reservation, they knew my name with just my telephone number. Service was 10! Parking is easy. Ambiance is so quaint and classy. This is my favorite restaurant in Los Gatos!

Im not gluten intolerant but I still loved this place! The food here is so good and great flavor across so many dishes. The one dish that landed a 10 for me was the Bolognese. They ran out of the particular pasta that normally goes with their bolognese dish so they substituted polenta and it ended up being such a great dish. Their signature polenta with bolognese was just the perfect combo and I will probably get this every time I'm lucky enough to get a table.

Exchange Date The brainchild of Yvonne Khananis--who operates several small businesses in LG, including Reverence Catering, which operates out of the same kitchen--Polenteria is a hole-in-the-wall eatery tucked away in a DT Los Gatos back-alley and specializes in gluten-free (mostly) Italian fare. It seemed like the perfect place for a date night, as the cozy atmosphere, intriguing cocktails, and higher-end chefy cuisine had all the earmarks of a great meal. The Good: *Definitely make a reservation (book through their website for now) as this seven-table eatery with limited hours fills up fast. *Great ambiance, décor and music selection makes this place intimate and romantic but not overly so that it's cheesy. *As I mentioned above, the restaurant is 100% gluten-free, so if this is a concern for you, then rest at ease. *Carissa really enjoyed her cocktail and said it had the perfect amount of alcohol without overwhelming the other flavors. *Arrancini (sic) was definitely one of the top-10 things I've eaten all year. The crispy exterior and fluffy, cheesy interior worked harmoniously with the garlic, calabrian chili sauce. I could eat a dozen of these with every meal and gladly do an extra hour on the elliptical every day without complaining. *Pork Chop special was delicious, but the star of the show was the prosciutto jam/sauce that was sweet, savory, and full of crispy chunks of prosciutto that reminded us of burnt ends. It's definitely one of those things that needs to be tried to believe how good it is. *Scallop app was delicious and had a nice sear on it. We especially liked the chipotle-esque sauce that had a nice smokiness and warmth. *Service by Yvonne (not the owner) was friendly and delightful *Our first time, trying gluten-free bread, and it was quite interesting how close it gets to the real thing. The Meh: *Extremely limited hours and days. I'm not sure if they plan to expand their times or not, but for right now, they're only open four days a week (Wed - Sat). *No beers on-tap, but they had a nice selection of Italian beers--including an Italian American-style IPA, which wasn't half-bad. *We placed an order for stuffed polenta, but somehow, the kitchen brought out another order of the Arancini? I'm not sure if we accidentally received someone else's order, or it was just a snafu--but irregardless, we loved them so much we decided not to point it out and just enjoyed another round. *Lemon Ricotta Cake was probably the low-point of the night, as the flavor wasn't as strong as we would've liked--especially from a citrusy dessert. I love a sharp lemon flavor when it comes to desserts, and this missed that mark. On the plus side, at least it wasn't overly sweet, and the texture was nice. The Ugly: *Finding this place is a bit of a fishing expedition, as there's no real clear signage guiding you, and their logo is very understated. Spoiler alert: Look for the colorful Reverence Catering sign, and it's just to the right of that. *DTLG is always a nightmare to park (especially on weekends) but be patient because this place is worth it. TLDR: Fantastic place for a romantic evening, and we can't wait to come back and try more of their menu.

John surprised me with reservations for Polenteria on our date night. We'd both been eyeing this place so I was excited to check it out. There is no outdoor dining and there are about seven tables inside (super intimate) but we adored it. You could just tell the time and effort that put into the design of the space and things like the wooden dishes and the incredibly soft cloth napkins. The service was amazing. My cocktail was superb--fantastic flavor and nice alcohol content (which means I was feeling it halfway through). The food was outstanding. Our favorite was the arancini del giorno. The first bite gave me feelings of comfort and home. I had to close my eyes and just savor it on my tongue. Perfectly seasoned and so delicious. Definitely a must get. My scallops were cooked perfectly. And I had several bites of John's pork chop dish which was amazing. The lemon ricotta cake was good. We liked that it was light and not very sweet. But we both wish it had more lemon flavor. We had a wonderful time and can't wait to return!

It is so refreshing to have a gluten-free option in the area. Not only was everyone very accommodating for my birthday dinner but the food and service was incredible. We ordered a variety of options from the menu and were absolutely pleased with every dish that came out not to mention the cocktails were absolutely delicious. I can't wait to go back.

tiny gluten free white tablecloth & candles kind of restaurant with legit bread and very buttery dishes, particularly the arancini and polenta. I remember the food as good but remarkably on the rich side. an excellent option if you can't have gluten, a decent one if you can. the location is cute and inside is like someone's living room, though the whole time I kept feeling like the setup was a fire hazard. putting that aside, good service and cuisine. celiac heaven probably

Rediscovered our love for this intimate restaurant in Los Gatos. Went there tonight to celebrate my wife's birthday, and everything from the service, food and drinks were spot on! It may not seem like a big deal, but I expect the food to hit the table at the right temperature. The kitchen staff did a great job creating excellent dishes, and the server then delivered everything piping hot! We finished with Italian beignets straight from the hot oil and a tasty Americano! Kudos to your staff, Yvonne!

Just when you think downtown LG is saturated with too many restaurants, a new one comes along and proves you wrong. Barcelona Teleferic was the last tone and now Polenteria joins the list. I was out for a walk late last night and decided to cheat and get some food and a Yelp search brought up Polenteria. It was hard to find since they don't have signage and in the back of the block behind Pizza My Heart facing the parking lot. It ended up being a hidden gem. It is a small cozy restaurant with great service and awesome food. The exec chef was the one who waited on us and was very charming. The arancini was awesome and so was the carne polenta. The lemon risotto cake was perfect, it was light and not overly sweet and a great end to the meal. The presentation of everything was wonderful including the bread plate. The decor is warm and comfortable, loved the old-school style wax candle. They have a full bar and good wine list as well. Wishing them the very best!

We had a nice brunch here (1st time). In generally, the foods are fresh and good, and highly recommend people who prefer gluten free foods. The place seems like a great place for a romantic date for dinner. Brunch time was not that busy comparing with other brunch places nearby. The servers are pretty friendly and professional who care customers' need and pay attention on the serving pace. We may come back for a dinner

Amazing 100% gluten free restaurant!!! The food was so good. They start off with gluten free bread, I thought the Focaccia was incredible, tasted almost like normal bread but just a little crumbly. I would definitely recommend the arancini, they were delicious. Perfectly crispy and chewy in the middle. I've never had polenta before, but it was really yummy with bolognese. The restaurant itself is tiny with only about 10 tables. it's a bit crowded, but has a cozy atmosphere. Definitely make a reservation on the weekends!

We really wanted this place to be better, but was surprised that it wasn't. The polenta was a bit bland and when served it was a little chunky still, showing how it was made in batches before and warmed for each dish. The food was good, but just needed more salt and flavor. We're not gf, so the gf breads and desserts were meh. It's cute and cozy inside and they seem to be doing very well as it's quite hard to get a table. Owner/chef was very nice and friendly.

Had to try the newest Italian place in Los Gatos. Overall good experience. The owner/chef is charming, makes you feel welcome. Started with the scallops which were prepared very well, tender and full of tastes. Went on to the cioppino wich was full of seafood and the sauce had great breadth and complexity. For a new place this has lots of potential as the complexity of food increases.

Food is ok, not amazing , not sure why the ratings are so high, perhaps just not my style

Would give more stars if I could. A restaurant where EVERYTHING is gluten free including desserts. The eggplant parm is seriously a taste from my childhood growing up Italian on the East Coast. Absolutely everything here is delicious from appetizer through dessert and yummy cocktails.

Most amazing restaurant I travel 1 hr to get to. Delicious breakfast menu. As for dinner menu was delicious. Everything I ordered came as described and service was above and beyond the best I have ever received. Chef was kind enough to recommend the tiramisu and am glad we took it. Was the most creamiest flavorful but not to sweet tiramisu I've ever had. Will definitely keep going.

Our new fave spot in Los Gatos! From the second we arrived, we felt like family. The chef serves all the food, making it a very intimate dining experience. We brought our GF friend here and she felt so special being able to eat anything safely. We had dinner here Thursday...and were already back Saturday for brunch! Dinner highlights: arancini, bruschetta, scallop special, tiramisu Brunch highlights: arancini (again!), arugula salad, and crab Benedict Cocktail highlights: rustic Negroni (most balanced Negroni I've had), La Pesca, Italian Paloma. For brunch, Negroni spagilato (no gin, sub Prosecco). The restaurant is tiny -- make a reservation! There was a line out the door on a Thursday. Wish I had more photos to capture the experience!

A very cute restaurant! The gluten-free food is excellent beyond words, and we'd have loved the entire experience had it not been for the rather impolite staff that were eager to pick up our plates while we were still eating. We felt extremely rushed right from the start and all of a sudden, after a little over an hour there, were informed that we had 20 min to finish and leave. We'd have appreciated a notice right *in the beginning* so that we could pace out our food. We were given tiny 3" plates to not only have the appetizers, but also eat salad out of, which was impossible! When we asked for larger plates, we were told that they didn't have any! After 5 minutes, one of the servers came back larger plates! Bruschettas came with a varied choice of toppings, each very tasty. The salads were flavorful, and the polenta, a bit too creamy and buttery, but still very good. We didn't have time for dessert. :( For such amazing food, and great cozy ambience, it would really help to have polite servers. I'd really like the owner of the restaurant to know this. I'd love to have that food again because I'm gluten-intolerant, but for the rather condescending behavior of the staff when I'm the one paying and just looking to have a nice meal.

Polenteria is the most intimate dinner space I have ever been in. It's a very small restaurant where everyone is kind and the whole place chimes in to sing happy birthday when someone is celebrating. I think they had 10 tables or less in the whole place and it was definitely close quarters but still very enjoyable. Since it's so small I definitely recommend reserving in advance because I'm doubtful they'd have a table on a weekend night for walk-ins! The food was also really tasty, the biggest recommendation I have is definitely for the arancini, it was salty in the best way, gooey and crispy, and overall delicious. My friend also has the mushroom and sausage polenta and it was fantastic. I had the pork chops and, while they were very good, I'm usually more partial to savory food so this dish was definitely a little too sweet for me. As for the service, everyone was lovely and very happy to provide recommendations for anything you may need help on!!

Cocktails were great. Appetizers were unique and very good. Not things I have eaten elsewhere. Don't let the gluten free scare you, the bread with cheese was excellent. For the main I had the sausage and mushroom over polenta paired with a a Barolo and it was fantastic. Very small unique dining experience.

Great food. Service from hostess and assistant server were warm and welcoming. The actual server was rude to us and had a completely different energy when it came to the regulars who so happened to be everyone else that evening. How do we know? Because of the loud "oh hey!" loud yelling between the other tables. First we showed up on time. We sat and were given menus. Server returns and asked if we ever been there before. We say no and it's only been 15 seconds and they are snapping the specials to us. No "welcome it's your first time" speech. Like. Why ask? Then they got one of the three specials wrong and repeating themselves. I felt like they were wanting our attention but I'm intently looking at the menu. This was not the typical smooth upsell spiel and they were annoyed at us? . Then they ask if we wanted any drinks. I said yes and they ran off no questions even though I'd assume the / sign on the menu means x or x? Felt like I was in a diner. When they came back we said our orders but we couldn't say the names well. They repeated it back to us, but not in a let me confirm and correct you way. It really started to upset the energy. They didn't even collect the bread plates. We had to move them ourselves. Server and assistant just showed up with the main plates. This wasn't a big deal but it's already not going well. Like again the rushing of us. Like here's your food be gone! Hurry up! We don't have time to clear your appetizer plates like a normal service. Why? They have a 1.5 hour timed for reservations. We had time. Lastly we had an older parent with us. I really expected better and more patient service. For example, the tables that filled up later, were softly spoken to, laughed with and just like how you expect a server at a place like this to be, but others are favored because they're regulars. However it's so off putting to be the "other" when spoken to. The food was amazing and I would come back but only because it serves the dietary restriction of a family member. I really felt like the server was annoyed at us and wanted us out ASAP... even though we did everything right in terms of making a reservation and being on time. We couldn't enjoy the time we were there and isn't that the point?

Delicious, quant romantic hole in the wall! Finally a place that offers a strictly gluten free menu. It's so nice to be able to eat at a high quality restaurant ... and not have to worry about whether or not the dishes have gluten. They don't even allow their servers or any customers to enter the establishment with any gluten containing food. The ambiance is romantic, relaxed and cozy. Each dish we ordered was crafted to perfection. It's a small place so reservations are a must... it has a very Carmel-esque feeling to it. Thank you Polenteria ! I can't wait to go back !

Service was great, very polite, kind, checked in often, and food came out very timely. The location is strange, it's on the backside of Pizza My Heart facing the parking lot. It's so tiny but super cozy & very intimate. Loved the inside, especially the bar. Each table had a snow globe decorated for the holiday season! Food is delicious. Everything we tasted was spectacular. Next time we will try brunch. Pricing is a bit on the expensive side so good for a celebratory dinner or nice date. Also, everything here is gluten free!

Took my mom here for brunch. It was the first time for the both of us and we both loved it! They have gluten-free and vegetarian options. The food and service is outstanding. It's a small place so make reservations. We will definitely be going back to try dinner.

I'd give 10 stars to Polenteria if i could. Everything about the experience - from the ambiance to customer service to food - was absolutely superb. I found Polenteria on Yelp's "hot & new" feed, prioritized it, and made dinner reservations on a Saturday. Polenteria may be a bit challenging to find since the signage isn't directly in front of the restaurant. Pro tip: you'll find the restaurant under Mt. Charley's. Our reservations were for 7:15pm, but we had to wait an hour to be seated. Usually this unfortunate situation would've annoyed and frustrated me, but the hosts at the front were so friendly, empathetic, and hospitable that it didn't bother me at all! I got the opportunity to learn more about the restaurant as well as the chef, which gave me greater appreciation of all the hard work that went into creating the restaurant concept and menu items. It was also generous of them for offering a complimentary cocktail for hanging in there. The drink I got was fantastic by the way. Don't recall the name, but it reminded me of limoncello. In addition to the great reception and wait staff, the chef was wonderful! She went around to each table to explain the specials, and we got the chance to chat about her background. Polenteria was small but adorable. Space was limited, so I highly encourage making a reservation if possible. I liked the rustic vibes like the feeling of having dinner in a cozy, country home. Great place for date night because of how intimate it felt. We ordered a Caesar salad, the Del Contadino, the pork chop special, and the lempn ricotta cake. Caesar salad was solid, and I loved the Del Contadino that consisted of tomatoes, mushrooms, caramelized onions, and gorgonzola over creamy polenta. My bf equally loved his pork chop over corn and polenta. He said it was one of the best pork chops he's ever had, and this specific dishes made it to his top 10 favorite things he's ever eaten. Last but not least, the ricotta cake was so unique! It was basically a cheesecake made with ricotta, which was new to me. The texture and flavor were light, making the cake a perfect cap to a rich and heavy dinner. I look forward to coming back to Polenteria in the very near future. I'm also very excited for the brunch yet to come!

All gluten free restaurant that tastes AMAZING! Loved the nona rosa drink and the aperol spritz. Service was really good and accommodating. We made a reservation 45 min before and the person who took out reservation messed up so when we got there, there was no space. Thankfully they set up a table right next to their entrance on the patio area and it was actually nice and we were so grateful that they made it work and got us in!! The meatball polenta was super good and the tiramisu was TASTY

We wandered into Polenteria on a whim, not knowing (or caring) that it was a gluten-free restaurant. We ended up eating one of the best meals we've had in months -- a no-sacrifices, no-compromises Italian dinner. The cocktail menu is fun and we tried two of their creations, and the wines by the glass are first rate. Try the Pesca with cognac from the cocktail menu, and the Chianti Classico from the wine list. We were suspicious of the gluten-free bread, but we needn't have been. The bread was light but still tasty, and while it wasn't a chewy Italian loaf, it was also quite good for the style. They served it with butter and roasted garlic, which were excellent, and on request let us try the lemon olive oil, which had a pleasantly bitter lemon flavor. We started with a bruschetta "flight" -- one with olive and feta, one with Brie and spicy raspberry jam, and one with sun dried tomato and cheese. They were each quite good. The entrees were the star. We tried the short rib, which was perfectly cooked (but might have benefited from a slightly more aggressive trimming of fat) and was still nearly outshone by the crisp-tender green beans. The sauce was also excellent, with a little heat. We also shared the polenta formaggio, a creamy, Gorgonzola-flavored dish with broccoli. We couldn't decide which we liked better. This is a first rate meal for anyone. If you're gluten-free, take your friends and family here without hesitation, and they'll never roll their eyes at eating gluten free again. We couldn't care less about being gluten free, but we will still return to this charming restaurant with delicious food, attentive service, and tempting drink menu.

We dined here for a friend's birthday dinner. The place is tiny and so pretty. It's super cozy. The service is also top notch. We weren't rushed through our meal. We each ordered something different and everything was delicious. The panna cotta was the best I've had. I highly recommend this restaurant for any occasion.

Delicious gluten free food and a cozy atmosphere! It's tucked away, so leave yourself time to find it. As a newly diagnosed Celiac, this place is PERFECT and SAFE. As a bonus, the food was outstanding. Make sure you have a reservation, as the space is very small (in a good way!). Can't wait to return back and try their new brunch menu. ps....get the cannoli.

Garlic, garlic, garlic, and more garlic. Do you like garlic? Like do you REALLY like garlic? If so, this is the place for you. Where do I even start? As others have mentioned, I really wanted this place to be better. My wife and I love polenta. The service was good, we had a very friendly waitress who promptly brought out our food. The drinks were decent, nothing crazy, but they were perhaps the highlight of the evening. And then there was the food...oh my. I don't think I have ever tasted such intense garlic flavor in my life. You know when you eat garlic and there is so much of it that the dish itself is spicy? This was our experience. The garlic profile on every.single.dish. we ordered increased as the night went on. We started with an order of the arancini. Not sure if the intent here was to be authentic but these were perhaps the farthest thing from arancini I had ever tasted. Specifically, they were under-fried, and the rice inside was completely undercooked. Despite this, it was probably our favorite of the dishes... Then came the entree. For a place called "Polenteria" we wanted to taste the polenta. We ordered two different polentas to share--the sausage one and the bolognese. The bolognese was a pretty watered-down ragu' which left a lot to be desired, but the sausage one was sitting in a literal bath of garlic. I had never seen anything like it. It looked like the polenta was encircled by a broth of some sort, except it was just straight butter and garlic. Floating garlic cloves. All you could taste was garlic. I am not quite sure how there are so many 5 star reviews on this restaurant...perhaps it is the gluten-free sell? We were thoroughly disappointed and will never return here. I get if you perhaps put a bit too much of one seasoning on a plate, but this was the same deal for... Every. Single. Plate. Beware!!

This place was great. It is super cozy (they have cute little blankets in the chairs) and a little bar. We had delicious scallops, a beer salad and bruschetta flight along with the crunchy polenta balls for appetizer. They were all great except the bruschetta was so so. We short ribs and the vegetarian polenta and both were mouth watering! Loved it. For dessert they were out of the cannolis which was sad but the affagato and the panna cota was amazing (we ended up getting another panna cota). We will definitely be back and maybe try brunch next time.

Good things come in small packages. My sister and I had lunch here today. Perhaps 10 tables? We shared the decadent arancini and a bottle of wine. We each had one of the polenta bowls. They promote themselves as gluten free. Delicious and will gladly return

A wonderful date night spot. A unique experience with real people who seemed to genuinely wish to provide a delightful meal. A fantastic spot to take your time and soak in the delicious food and wonderful company.

We absolutely loved our dinner here. We both had the mushroom polenta which was amazing melt in your mouth savory deliciousness. I had the tiramisu which was fantastic. Service was perfect. We can't wait to go back to this little gem.

Outstanding Italian menu for dedicated gluten free food. Service was excellent and the food is absolutely delicious! Make reservations.

I'm not gluten free but it's a beautiful little place and they care a LOT about the satisfaction of their customers. There are only six tables and they're careful with every dish to make things perfect. There was even a pansy in my Bellini. So precious. I enjoyed the food. I'm not much of a foodie so can only really say it was a lovely experience overall and I enjoyed the ambience and the food.

Lovely quaint 100% gluten-free spot. Best for small parties (1-4) since it's such a tiny room. Enjoyed a fantastic and tasty meal. The salad was so fresh and spot-on. Polenta was savory and filling. Would certainly return!

Eggplant parm is amazing. I love the atmosphere. Very romantic. Would totally suggest for a date night.

Best gluten free dinner my wife and I ever had. She has celiacs disease and loved it. In general it's an incredible restaurant.

Misleading reservation policy cost me $90. Staff made no effort to make it right. I made a reservation for three, which required a $30 per person deposit. Policy stated that I could cancel up to 24 hours in advance and have the $90 refunded. OR cancel less then 24 hours in advance and get a gift card. On the day of my reservation, I had a medical emergency. After I drove home from the hospital, I called (30 min before my reservation), explained the situation, and asked for a gift card. They replied no, they would only give a gift card if I cancelled 24 hours in advance. This is not what it said online. At this point, I did not have the bandwidth to go to Open Table, find their policy and read it back to them. So I reiterated that I was having a medical emergency. They still said no. No gift card, no nothing. Seriously? Regardless of whatever your misleading "policy" may be, where is your kindness? What I really needed was a little compassion, not a $90 bill for a meal I would never eat.

Had dinner here with a friend a couple of weeks ago. What a fabulous hidden gem. The place is small to be sure, but it has this wonderful speakeasy vibe to it. The venison bolognese polenta was spectacular! All the dishes we well executed, very flavorful, and enjoyable. The cannoli for dessert was the perfect end to a terrific dining experience.