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Lena's Italian Kitchen (UES)
78GF
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Italian·Upper East Side, New York

Lena's Italian Kitchen (UES)

Great Optionmedium confidence

Clear gluten-free labeling and multiple menu items with gluten-free penne and vegetable sides make this a solid choice for gluten-free diners; protocols for cross-contact are not fully detailed.

Gluten-Free Offerings

GF PastaGF Desserts
0GF Score
Cross-Contamination
Medium

Shared prep surfaces or fryer. Confirm practices on arrival.

Staff Knowledge
Medium

Staff have some GF awareness but may need prompting.

Illness Reports
None

No GF-related illness reports found in recent data.

GF Labeling
Clearly labeled
GF Options
6 items identified
GF Sentiment
Mostly positive
About

Lena's Italian Kitchen on the Upper East Side is a quick-service spot known for its Italian comfort food. They specialize in delivery and carry-out, offering dishes like Chicken Francese, Penne alla Vodka, and Eggplant Parmigiana. It's a neighborhood staple for those looking for a convenient and tasty meal without the fuss of dining in. The restaurant focuses on quality ingredients…

GF Menu
Snapshot — verify on arrival
SOUPS
Stracciatella
Traditional Italian egg drop soup with spinach
GF
ENTREES
Chicken Paillard
Grilled chicken topped with your choice of sautéed spinach, broccoli or broccoli rabe.
GF
Grilled Salmon
Grilled Norwegian salmon served over sautéed broccoli rabe & tuscan white beans
GF
VEGETABLES
Spinach
Sauteed in garlic & oil
GF
Broccoli
Sauteed in garlic & oil
GF
Broccoli Rabe
Seasonal, Sauteed in garlic & oil
GF
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Moderate confidence — some signals are inferred. Confirm details directly with the restaurant.

Logistics
Address
1167 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10065, USA