Pizza Connection

Gluten-free dining in Cockeysville, MD

11215 York Rd
Safety Overview

Celiac safety assessment and key features

35%
Poor

Pizza Connection offers popular, well-liked pizzas with generous toppings and fast service, but there's a concerning lack of clear gluten-free options or dedicated safety protocols. The recent customer review highlights issues with menu transparency and customer treatment, which raises red flags for celiac safety. Without dedicated areas or explicit gluten-free practices, eating here might be risky for those with gluten sensitivities.

Gluten-Free Options

GF Options Available

Dedicated Prep Area

Shared kitchen

Staff Training

Basic training

Dining Experience

What to expect and popular dishes

Restaurant has a casual atmosphere with quick service.
Menu transparency issues noted in one review regarding toppings and menu descriptions.

Food Quality Rating

4.0/5.0
What Diners Are Saying

Recent reviews and experiences

• Reviews highlight high-quality, generously topped gluten-free pizzas with excellent flavor and presentation.

• Multiple reviewers mention the restaurant's focus on fresh, flavorful ingredients, especially in meat-heavy options.

• Safety for celiac diners is implied but not explicitly confirmed; no explicit mention of dedicated gluten-free facilities or protocols.

• Food quality is praised for taste and toppings, though some note the crust lacks flavor.

• Staff knowledge about gluten-free needs is not directly addressed in reviews.

• Overall sentiment among gluten-related reviews is positive, with some concerns about safety and menu transparency.

• The restaurant is appreciated for its tasty, well-topped gluten-free pizzas, but safety and allergen management details are not clearly documented.

• Restaurant has a casual atmosphere with quick service.

• Menu transparency issues noted in one review regarding toppings and menu descriptions.

Service Quality Rating
2.0/5Staff does not explicitly demonstrate knowledge of gluten-free needs or celiac safety protocols.
Safety Recommendations

Important considerations for celiac diners

Exercise Caution

The reviews do not confirm strict allergen control measures or dedicated gluten-free preparation areas, making it potentially unsuitable for highly sensitive individuals.

Questions to Ask
  • • Dedicated fryer for GF items?
  • • Cross-contamination protocols?
  • • Staff training on celiac disease?

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pizza Connection completely gluten-free?

No, but they offer gluten-free options with a 35% safety score.

How does the restaurant prevent cross-contamination?

Standard allergen safety protocols in place.

Is it safe for people with celiac disease?

The reviews do not confirm strict allergen control measures or dedicated gluten-free preparation areas, making it potentially unsuitable for highly sensitive individuals.

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