Strada Italiano

Strada Italiano serves authentic Italian cuisine with house-made pasta and gluten-free options in downtown Asheville, North Carolina, honoring Chef Anthony Cerrato's Italian heritage and hospitality. The restaurant's cozy old world-style trattoria prepares regional Italian specialties à la minute.

The menu celebrates Italy's rich culinary diversity, with dishes from Northern and Southern Italy, including classic risottos, house-made pasta, and Sicilian seafood dishes. Fresh, high-quality ingredients are used, sourced locally whenever possible, and many gluten-free and dairy-free options are available.

Holding a Green Certified Restaurant certification, the restaurant prioritizes eco-friendly operations, including composting, recycling, and sourcing from local farms. Partnerships with local farmers, food banks, and nonprofit organizations are also a priority.

A sister location, Gemelli, serves simple, flavorful Italian food with house-made pasta and fresh ingredients. The Social Lounge, a rooftop cocktail bar, provides an alfresco dining experience, focusing on authentic Italian cuisine, gluten-free options, and sustainability in downtown Asheville.