Low FODMAP at Zizzi - Complete Ordering Guide
Complete guide to ordering low FODMAP at Zizzi. Safe menu items, what to avoid, and how to customize your order.
✓ Safe Items to Order
| Item | Notes | Modifications |
|---|---|---|
| Gluten-Free Pizza Base | Available on request | Check toppings carefully - avoid garlic and onion |
| Grilled Chicken | Plain grilled protein | Request no marinade, no garlic oil |
| Plain Grilled Salmon | Fish option | No sauce, no garlic butter |
| Side Salad | Mixed leaves | Oil and lemon only - no dressing |
| Olives | Simple starter | Plain olives without garlic marinade |
| Fries | Plain chips | No seasoning, no truffle oil |
✗ Items to Avoid
- • Regular pasta (contains wheat)
- • Regular pizza bases (contain wheat)
- • Garlic bread (wheat + garlic)
- • Bruschetta (wheat + garlic + tomato sauce with onion)
- • Arrabbiata sauce (contains garlic)
- • Carbonara (contains garlic, cream)
- • Bolognese sauce (contains onion)
- • Pesto (contains garlic)
- • Risotto (likely contains onion in base)
- • Tiramisu and desserts (wheat, dairy)
Example Orders
Modified Pizza
- ✓ Gluten-free base
- ✓ Tomato sauce (ask if onion/garlic-free)
- ✓ Mozzarella or dairy-free cheese
- ✓ Safe toppings: chicken, peppers, olives
- ✓ No garlic oil drizzle
Tip: Communicate clearly about garlic and onion in sauce
Simple Grill
- ✓ Grilled chicken breast, plain
- ✓ Side salad with olive oil
- ✓ Plain fries
Tip: Avoid pasta and pizza if unsure about modifications
Quick Summary
Zizzi offers gluten-free pizza bases and some customizable options, but Italian cuisine’s reliance on garlic and onion makes it challenging. Careful communication about alliums is essential.
Best bets: Gluten-free pizza with carefully selected toppings, plain grilled proteins
Always avoid: Regular pasta, garlic bread, any sauce containing garlic or onion
The Italian Challenge
Italian cuisine at Zizzi is built on:
- Garlic in almost every sauce and preparation
- Onion as a base for many dishes
- Wheat pasta and pizza bases
- Cream-based sauces
You’ll need to work closely with staff to find safe options.
How to Order
- Start with gluten-free - Request GF pizza base
- Ask about sauce ingredients - Tomato sauce may contain onion/garlic
- Choose safe toppings - Chicken, peppers, olives, spinach
- Request no garlic oil - Often drizzled on pizzas
- For mains, go plain - Grilled chicken or fish with no sauce
Pizza Building Strategy
If ordering pizza:
Safe toppings:
- Grilled chicken
- Bell peppers
- Olives
- Spinach (small amount)
- Mozzarella (or dairy-free if needed)
Avoid:
- Sausage/salami (may contain garlic)
- Caramelized onion
- Mushrooms (high FODMAP)
- Artichoke (high FODMAP)
- Any garlic-containing toppings
Critical: Ask if the tomato sauce contains garlic or onion. If yes, request olive oil base only.
Communication Tips
When ordering:
“I have a garlic and onion allergy. Does the tomato sauce contain these? If so, can I have the gluten-free pizza with just olive oil, cheese, and [toppings] without any garlic oil?”
Last verified: January 2025. Menu items and ingredients can change. Always confirm with restaurant staff.