Cafe Nicholas is a casual pizza and sandwich shop in Newton (a Boston suburb). It has a new owner -- and the new owner's wife and child have celiac, so they have introduced a number of gluten free options. Choices include gluten free pizza with a variety of toppings (whole pies only, not by the slice), sandwiches on gluten free bread (they use Boars Heads meats), baked goods (prewrapped so there isn't cross contamination, from French Meadow and a local supplier), and he plans to add gluten free pasta dishes soon too. Salads are also available. It was really a pleasure to talk to the owner about the gluten free options -- because he has family members with celiac, he understands how critical it is to avoid cross contamination, and he is very patient with questions! Cafe Nicholas also has a reasonably priced "function" room in the back (I went to a kids birthday party once), and they deliver to surrounding neighborhoods too (although I haven't specifically asked whether they deliver gluten free pizzas). Full disclosure -- I haven't tried the gluten free offerings here yet, although some friends have tried the gluten free pizza and thought it was pretty good. Also, I'm not sure that I would classify this as a "destination" restaurant. However, it is wonderful to have the option for a gluten free lunch or quick meal in Newton Center.
In other Newton news, Barry's deli in Waban is now carrying baked goods from the new gluten free bakery cafe in Randolph called All Can Eat.
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