Top 23 Gluten-Free Cafes to Delight in South Scottsdale

Chrystina W.

Their gluten free brownie is amazing!!!!!!

Jessica Demarco

We had the very first issue ever today. I ordered what we have eaten many times, pancakes (gluten free), bacon and hash browns and my husband gets an omelet meal. We eat here 1-2 times a week. But I will never go back. We called in because the pancakes we got today had a weird sweet after taste possibly too much vanilla. Whatever it was we called in and talked with a manager named Molly. Molly was combative saying she just tried the pancakes and no one else has complained. I have never been treated so poorly by a manager especially if I have a legitimate issue. Her only option was to come back immediately to have them remake. I didn’t have time and said so, she said that was all she could do. She made it clear she didn’t believe me either. She also said she didn’t mind us never coming back. If their customer service is like this I will never go back. Which is sad because this was our favorite restaurant. Molly you tried to make me feel small and instead you just lost a customer for life!

Erika Geremia

this place was SO accommodating to our bachelorette, and the food was amazing (the girls said it was the best pasta they've had all year!). Their team added a table so our group could dine outside, and even moved us so we wouldn't have to leave early or after the designated 2 hour window. I worked with the hostess to have champagne at the table when we arrived. For food allergies... I have celiac, and the server and hostesses were super clear and supportive of my dietary needs. Our server Shaun, was FAB! Really lovely and even brought us complimentary shots to celebrate the bride! Really a great experience all around. So thankful for their team!

Julianna Wallace

I’ve come here a handful times as a local student. I absolutely love it and always jump at the opportunity of sharing it with my friends or family when in town. Not only is the food delicious, but the service is so warm and efficient! My best friend has celiac and the couple of times we’ve gone together, they’ve provided really special care for her safety. The location itself has the perfect brunch atmosphere that’s tucked away and the local/ small-town lunch atmosphere that’s near Old Town Scottsdale.

Rowan Maclean

This place is really cute! They have a gift shop in the lobby, with some eclectic items. The people are super-friendly; and the southern recipes are well prepared. I was, however, kind of disappointed with what I chose, which was the biscuits and gravy. I felt sick to my stomach, afterwards, for hours after, average biscuits were more like the consistency of a pre-packaged, British-style crumpet/scone consistency, plus the gravy tasted really processed with no flavor, OTHER than poor-grade , bulk seasoning mix. My roommate’s selection, though (which she let me try) was good, though, which was a scramble which had spinach, feta cheese and tasted really fresh, and didn’t disappoint in freshness and flavor. If I go back in the future. I’ll be ordering it for brunch! I also got a desert to go from the counter, which was a chocolate peanut butter ganache cupcake that was out of this world! They source their baked goods from small, local vendors in the area, and have many gluten free and vegan options!

Bill Hourigan

Went with a group (8 total) of friends who had recommended this place for breakfast and WOWZA! Everyone at the table LOVED the food (and drinks) they ordered and we ALL have different tastes. Very accommodating, staff was amazing. It was soul-crushing that I could not finish everything. Would go back in a heartbeat! Try the ricotta gluten free pancakes…life changing.

Kara Cavanaugh

They have gluten free options! I got french toast (and didn't get cross contaminated) and sampled the coffee flight. It was all delicious and we were in and out quickly.

Emily Kehner

Happy to find a spot with a few vegan options for breakfast. We enjoyed the crispy polenta tacos, tempeh breakfast bowl, and a modified avocado toast (subbed sourdough for the egg bread, subbed tempeh for the bacon/egg, and added sliced tomato) A few vegan side options as well, like the crispy polenta, breakfast potatoes, fresh fruit, beans and rice. Not the *most delicious* food we’ve ever had but we were so glad to go somewhere with real vegan options and something for the whole family (including kids, gluten free, and vegans)

Michele Phillips

Love this place. So many options including, gluten free and keto. Service is top notch. Very friendly and knowledgeable. Coffee is delicious. They also sell t-shirts and craft items. Definitely recommend

Sarah Donnell

Staff here are so sweet! It was really nice to have gluten free options as a celiac. Prices are up there, but I guess that’s par for the course in 2025 and as a GF option. If I was a local I would return!

Deanna Robbins

Love the morning buzz! Super yummy! I did get a gluten free breakfast wrap but the wrap was a bit dry. Still good flavor! Whenever I am in PHX it’s a go to for me.

jessa kistner

Love this location! The $5 fresh made sandwiches are unbeatable and gluten free bread is no extra charge. Keep in mind, it can be busy especially around lunch time.

Aaron Finigan

Very welcoming dog friendly patio. Plenty of gluten free options. Food was delicious.

Rachael

I love their selections of vegan gluten free healthy snacks. Juices and smoothies are great too. I wish they were a bit more customizable. I would love it if they could make fresh juice daily! I'd go a lot more. The staff is always so wonderful and nice and helpful.

Corrina Olson

The team at Ruze Cakehouse is amazing! The flavor choices are all unique and delicious! I have to eat gluten-free and I can honestly say that this was the best gluten-free cake I’ve ever had! In addition to the amazing wedding cake, the in-store macaroons are a wonderful treat (and gluten-free)! Highly recommend booking Ruze for your wedding, shower, bach party or next event!

Vee Zon

I had the day off and decided to meet up with some friends for brunch with my little one! This restaurant is located in the back of the mall, near Nobu and Francine. They have such a nice patio area, which would be great for the cooler months. Inside, there were plenty of seating options. They gave our table a high chair and took our order. We had really great service for our meal and she was very attentive. I ordered the crispy eggs with prosciutto, which came with bread and a bed of arugula. This was really good, and I feel like a pretty good value for prosciutto ($18.) I also ordered their gluten-free blueberry banana bread for my son. It was nice that the bread was not overly sweet, as most banana breads can be. This was a nice location for our little catch-up, and we would love to come again to enjoy their outdoor seating.

Natalie R

This location is located in the Optima Sonoran Village but you don’t have have live here to visit it. It’s not gated, just park in the covered parking and walk over. Delicious drinks, food and cookies! Super healthy spot and great if you eat vegan or gluten free. The Vegan peanut butter protein cookies are so yummy and not caulky like some protein cookies. And if you want something lighter than a juice or smoothie the Alkaline Chlorophyll water is a refreshing and hydrating option flavored with lime. Perfect for hydrating during yoga! I also love that Kaleidoscope is locally and female owned!

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Kamileah K

Beautiful outdoor area with plenty of seating. wonderful options for gluten free and vegan foods and ample amount of beverages. Pictured is the 4222 Bowl, which was very refreshing.

Valerie Parker

The atmosphere is pleasant with the option to dine inside or outside. It was hard to converse indoors because the ceiling was high and had exposed pipes creating a lot of echoes. The wait staff was very pleasant and attentive. As for the food, the people in my party ordered eggs and bialys or bagels and were satisfied with their meals. I had an everything bagel with lox and cream cheese. As a native New Yorker, I was disappointed in the texture of the bagel. I’ve had grocery store bought bagels that were closer to a traditional bagel than what I was served. The bagel that I received was toasted and had the consistency of a toasted slice of Wonder Bread. Normally, a bagel has a chewy firm texture, but this one did not come close to passing for a bagel. I suspect that it may have been gluten free and not boiled. Given that this restaurant’s featured food items are bagels and bialys I was hoping for a real bagel. Einstein Brothers have them beat when it comes to bagels!

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Elizabeth Gooden

Fun place! I appreciated gluten-free choices. The atmospere is friendly. I wrote at my laptop and enjoyed the coffee and muffin. Dog friendly patio and breakfast will draw me back.

Keena Huesby

Fantastic gluten free chocolate chip cookie!! And all the coffee are mushroom based so no worries on acidic coffee❤️