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The 29 Best Gluten-Free Dessert Spots in Iowa

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Updated Jun 2025

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Bar Nico

Bar Nico

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428 E Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA

GF OptionsMexicanCocktailsAllergen FriendlyDinnerOpen Late NightLunchTake AwayVegetarian OptionsVegan OptionsTacos100% GFCeliac FriendlySeparate GF MenuSeparate OvenKnowledgeable StaffDedicated GF Kitchen SpaceDessertsDedicated GF FryerBreakfastBrunchDeliveryPet FriendlyKid FriendlyOutdoor Seating
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Emily Onomatopoeia

O.M.G. 100% gluten free kitchen AND the food was absolutely amazing!! Our waitress was super friendly! I would give more than 5 stars if I could!!!

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Club Car Restaurant & Lounge

Club Car Restaurant & Lounge

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Accommodating

13435 University Ave #200, Clive, IA 50325, USA

ItalianRestaurantGF OptionsBurgersLocal CuisineAmericanTeaTake AwayIndoor SeatingHealth FoodsDinnerSandwichesLunchCasualBBQCocktailsPizzaWine BarSteakDedicated GF MenuBreakfastBrunchDairy Free OptionsKid FriendlyBread ItemsBeerDessertsPastaDeliveryBar
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Michelle Julius

Everything was delicious! They have a separate gluten free menu with lots of options. They were very accommodating to other allergies too.

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Americana

Americana

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Celiac friendly

1312 Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA

AmericanBrunchGF OptionsAllergen FriendlyBreakfastDairy Free OptionsDeliveryDinnerOpen Late NightLunchTake AwayVegan OptionsVegetarian OptionsDedicated GF FryerCiderDessertsCeliac FriendlyKnowledgeable StaffKid FriendlyPancakesBread ItemsSandwichesCocktails
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Jennifer VanSickle

Love it every time. Good atmosphere and I'm pretty find if the gluten sensitive choices. Well worth it.

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Hickory Park

Hickory Park

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Celiac friendly

1404 S Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010, USA

GF OptionsAllergen FriendlyDairy Free OptionsDeliveryDinnerKid FriendlyLunchTake AwayBeerDessertsFriesCeliac Friendly
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Emily Wright

My experience was great especially as someone that has celiacs and gets sick easily with cross contamination. They have a designated gluten free menu with so many options which I feel like is so hard to come by. Their staff was also on top of it. They make sure that they mark it as an allergy when putting through the order and then shortly after I ordered a manager came to our table to make sure that she had correct everything that I specifically ordered to ensure that they were extra careful handling my food. And while I never expect restaurants to be able to really accommodate me because it is difficult when they handle so many different gluten products It felt so nice to feel “normal” getting to eat out and feeling safe doing so. I truly can not say enough good things about my experience and the staff and give a huge kudos as I know they are like this with others who may have other sensitivities or allergies. Absolutely will make the two hour drive back to eat here again.

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Fresko

Fresko

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Celiac friendly

909 Locust St Ste. 103, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA

CocktailsBrunchGF OptionsAllergen FriendlyBreakfastDairy Free OptionsDeliveryDinnerKid FriendlyOpen Late NightLunchTake AwayVegan OptionsVegetarian OptionsDedicated GF FryerBread ItemsBurgersDessertsSandwichesTacosCeliac FriendlyRestaurant
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Mijo Martinez (Mijo Martinez)

My chicken chiabatta sandwich was a bit dry and the food selection was limited, but they did have substantial gluten free options. The setting and staff were very nice, making it an overall excellent experience.

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