The Backspace
According to multiple coeliac diners, The Backspace has a separate prep area upstairs and a completely separate oven and cutter for gluten-free orders.
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According to multiple coeliac diners, The Backspace has a separate prep area upstairs and a completely separate oven and cutter for gluten-free orders. The restaurant offers gluten-free pizza and salad. Staff are described as knowledgeable about allergies. The kitchen is not dedicated gluten-free, and the gluten-free pizza crust has drawn mixed reviews for texture, described as hard or resembling styrofoam. No dedicated fryer is noted. Coeliac diners should confirm procedures with staff before ordering.
[1] Aggregator The Backspace - Gluten-Free Friendly Pizza Restaurant in Austin, FindMeGlutenFree
FindMeGlutenFree listing for downtown Austin location: GF pizza and salad available; separate prep area, oven, and cutter; no dedicated fryer; staff knowledgeable; mixed reviews on crust texture.fetched May 24, 2026[2] Aggregator The Backspace - Gluten-Free Italian Restaurant in Austin, FindMeGlutenFree
The FindMeGlutenFree listing for the Anderson Lane location, which is permanently closed, indicates that gluten-free menu items are marked. Pizza and pasta are reported, and reviews mention a hard gluten-free crust.fetched May 24, 2026Always confirm with venue staff before ordering. Tiers and accreditations are guides, not guarantees.
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