Top 50 Gluten-Free Kid-Friendly Spots Across Iowa City

Crêpes de Luxe Cafe

309 E College St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
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Amelia  W
Amelia W
I was really excited to go here and get gf crepes. The reviews made it seem super safe. We walked in a the staff was not friendly whatsoever, the girl practically threw the cups and water at our table. I was watching them cook the crepes and they cleaned everything with what looked like chemical cleaning spray. I was also nervous because I could only see the one container of nutella that they were using for all of the non-gf crepes and was questioning if they would open a new container. They didn’t, I watched them use the exact same knife and container for my crepe. Overall disappointed.

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Molly's Cupcakes

14 S Clinton St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
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Adriana Della Pietra
Adriana Della Pietra
They have GF cupcakes. They are good! They store them separately and top them with separate saccapoche to avoid cross-contamination. I am celiac and this is a wonderful place to enjoy something sweet!

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Oryza Asian Cuisine & Bar

5 Sturgis Corner Dr, Iowa City, IA 52246, USA
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Rob
Rob
Oryza has become a staple of our Asian food expeditions whenever the desire arises. The primary reason is my wife has Celiac’s and therefore must avoid gluten. Oryza fortunately uses corn based flour, not wheat. This wizardy allows food allergen victims to be able to eat from their diverse menu. Their food preparation is excellent. The atmosphere is chill. The service is fantastic. We’ve had only 1 negative experience and noticed that same server was not employed there for much longer. ANYWAYS- this is a great place for Asian cuisine. The owner is always friendly and recognizes us when we visit.

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Bluebird Diner

330 E Market St, Iowa City, IA 52245, USA
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Sonja Dicken
Sonja Dicken
Cute diner with friendly staff and great food. We went with party of 6, some had breakfast, some salad or sandwich. Everyone enjoyed. I highly recommend the Bluebird juevos as it was excellent. They even had good gluten free pancakes for our celiac group member.

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Kindred Coffee

287 N Linn St, Iowa City, IA 52245, USA
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Adriana Della Pietra
Adriana Della Pietra
Kindred is a casual café with delicious breakfast, brunch or lunch 100% gluten free. As celiac, it is rare to have the possibility to choose anything from the menu without cross-contamination. This is the only place in Iowa city with a 100% GF kitchen. Additionally, I loved the vibe of the place: young and casual.

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Trumpet Blossom Cafe

310 E Prentiss St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
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Tanya Schmidt
Tanya Schmidt
I love Trumpet Blossom. I come here every time I come to Iowa city. The food is delicious and plant based. I am a meat eater, and yet I love all the dishes here. I feel like I miss nothing. As a gluten-free, dairy-free individual, I love knowing there's a restaurant I can come to, and I can nearly pick anything on the menu and know that it is safe for me to eat. They're also very conscious of gluten allergies and can accommodate with delicious options. This waste not, want not vibe make me feel at home and inclusive. I highly recommend the turmeric latte tastes wonderful, and it's full of antioxidants. You just can't beat going to a restaurant that gives you the vibe, the great food experience, and a feeling that you've enhanced your health when your done.

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Nodo Downtown

5 S Dubuque St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
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Sydney Schroeder
Sydney Schroeder
awesomeness in a grilled cheese. sweet potato fries are bussin. gluten free bread is delish. blueberry lemonade:FIRE. 10/10. cheap. so fun.

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Maggie's Farm Wood-fired Pizza

1306 Melrose Ave, Iowa City, IA 52246, USA
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Katy Brown
Katy Brown
Definitely get the olives! The lemon zest hits perfectly. Really good gluten-free options, if you get a salad, request extra dressing.

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The Dandy Lion

111 S Dubuque St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
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Brittany Erickson
Brittany Erickson
I love this place. Good food and the servers are perfect. The owner is cool af. Lots of vegan and gluten free options.

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The Encounter Cafe

376 S Clinton St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
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Jerald Rhodes
Jerald Rhodes
Stopped in while traveling through Iowa City. Very spacious and modern. They have 2 different order points- 1 for coffee and 1 for food. This was nice as the lunch line was long and we just got drinks. The Gluten-free Blueberry Muffin was good, although a little on the dry side.

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Carlos O'Kelly's - Iowa City

1406 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
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Karley
Karley
No wait for a booth for two. Greeted immediately with Chips and salsa. Tuesday is $2 "mugoritas" upbeat modern atmosphere with text Mexican. Gluten free and vegetarian

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Iowa Chop House

223 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
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Lauren
Lauren
I am a celiac and was pleasantly surprised that they have a whole gluten-free menu with lots of options! One of the servers said that she is a celiac, too. That was cool. The only thing that made me nervous was the wooden cutting boards they served my gluten free food on. Not sure how they clean them, or if they keep them separate from gluten serving boards, but I know we should mistrust all wooden utensils due to their absorbency. These had obvious cut marks on them and everything. Happily though, I didn't feel and signs of being glutened. With major gluten ingestions I definitely feel symptoms, and I had none to report here. Hopefully that bodes well.

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Get Fresh Cafe

109 Iowa Ave, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
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Lauren
Lauren
As a celiac coming into town for a few days, it was a little bit stressful to try to find gluten-free options here. However, the staff quickly oriented me to their options, and most of the menu can be made safe for us. The meals I had there were delicious and filling and healthy. Highly recommend.

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Masala Indian Cuisine

9 S Dubuque St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
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Marcie Tobin
Marcie Tobin
Excellent buffet and if you are gluten free there are several things yo choose from.

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Basta Pizzeria Ristorante

121 Iowa Ave, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
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D Nice
D Nice
Amazing gluten free pasta-- the best I've had in a restaurant! Such a great atmosphere with a cool Italian vibe & decor & lively atmosphere. The service is always friendly, attentive (but not overly annoying!) & knowledgeable.

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The Wedge Pizzeria

521 Hwy 1 W, Iowa City, IA 52246, USA
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Courtney Sutherland
Courtney Sutherland
Let me start by saying the pizza is absolutely delicious. We got the Cubano and the white pizza, both in gluten free. Both were fantastic. However, there was definitely either cross contamination or something containing gluten that I was unaware of. I started reacting within half an hour and it's gotten progressively worse as the night goes on. If gluten isn't an issue for you, I definitely recommend. Again, it was delicious. If you have any type of gluten sensitivity or celiac especially, I suggest you don't take the risk.

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Jimmy Jack's Rib Shack - Iowa City

1940 Lower Muscatine Rd, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
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Stacey Frank
Stacey Frank
You walk in and order at the counter. Waitress was very nice. I had questions about gluten free and she gave a gf options menu. Food came out as ordered and quickly. The beef brisket sandwich , and coleslaw were good (gf bun was an awesome surprise). I loved the self serve bbq sauce counter, and drinks are self serve. Everything was clean and very kid friendly atmosphere . Thank you :)

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BlackStone

503 Westbury Dr #1, Iowa City, IA 52245, USA
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Shalen & Tiff DeBrower (Tee)
Shalen & Tiff DeBrower (Tee)
They were accommodating & knowledgeable about my children's celiac disease. We aren't able to eat many places, so this was a special treat! The atmosphere was very clean & classy. The food was presented beautifully & delicious!

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St. Burch Tavern

127 Iowa Ave, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
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Adriana Della Pietra
Adriana Della Pietra
I am celiac highly symptomatic. I go to eat here frequently. They have a GF menu with many options. The staff and the kitchen are aware of contaminations. Food is amazing: you can have burgers, steak, oysters, breakfast sandwich and a great mimosa!

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Thai Flavors

340 E Burlington St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
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Melinda Ragona
Melinda Ragona
I got the drunken fried noodle with gluten and thai iced tea for lunch. It was delicious I will definitely be back soon! Great service.

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Z'Mariks Noodle Cafe

19 S Dubuque St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
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Maxwell O'Saurus
Maxwell O'Saurus
The food is delicious and affordable, especially on Saturdays when kids eat free with the purchase of an adult meal. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The menu has gluten free and vegan options, which is a huge plus.

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Vue Rooftop

328 S Clinton St Suite A, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
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Finneas Thompson
Finneas Thompson
Wonderful food and service! Our bartender, Casey, was an absolute delight. Very attentive and friendly! All of the food was delicious and there were gluten free options which is a huge bonus as well! All around a great place with a nice atmosphere for meetings, family get-togethers, and other gatherings!

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Coffee Emporium

301 E Market St, Iowa City, IA 52245, USA
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Bijan Kholghi
Bijan Kholghi
Best cold brew in town. Also the matcha is really good. Highly recommend!!! Great gluten free pastries options (lemon cake, banana muffins)

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Baroncini Ristorante Italiano and Pizza

104 S Linn St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
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J S
J S
Wow. What a gem! If you're looking for Italian in Iowa, look no further! Not to mention if you're gluten-free like me, the staff was very knowledgeable about substitutions and can help you find something to eat. The highlight of my visit was a crustless cheesecake.

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Firehouse Subs HWY One IC

151 Hwy 1 W, Iowa City, IA 52246, USA
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Ronnie Nelson
Ronnie Nelson
Great food and excellent service. The place was clean and our order tasted excellent. They have a gluten-free bun and my wife who has celiac has never had a problem so they must be extra cautious about cross contamination. 5 stars all the way.

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Culver’s

710 Hwy 1 W, Iowa City, IA 52246, USA
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Stacey Frank
Stacey Frank
Love their gluten free buns and their hamburgers. Kids beg to eat here :)

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Formosa

221 E College St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
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Debbie Jacobsmeier
Debbie Jacobsmeier
Seemingly endless choices for sushi! Had a friend with celiac disease and the waitress was super knowledgeable about options she could eat safely. Pretty much you could have a sushi roll made to order with whatever ingredients you see on the menu. Other dinner choices are available too. It is not just sushi.

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Big Grove Brewery & Taproom

1225 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
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Kathy Wood
Kathy Wood
I really enjoy this patio that is dog-friendly. The atmosphere is great, and they have a variety of vegan, gluten-free, and vegetarian options. The margarita is particularly impressive.

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Pancheros Mexican Grill - Downtown Iowa City

32 S Clinton St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
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Jane Morse
Jane Morse
Panchero’s is a never fail choice. Had a cousin here from Minnesota who is gluten intolerant….. she ordered the burrito bowl instead of a burrito and was able to forego the bread!

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Uncle Sun

100 S Linn St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
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Lauren McGovern
Lauren McGovern
I absolutely love this place. Their food is delicious, and they are always happy to make it gluten free for me with no trouble. I also really respect/love every restaurant that’s open late for night owls like me who want some real food at 2AM. My only wish is that they were open all day long for my lunch craving too, haha!!

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Hamburg Inn No. 2

214 N Linn St, Iowa City, IA 52245, USA
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Leah
Leah
Delicious breakfast spot with lots of local charm. The Baja special as a skillet was delicious and gluten free. They have GF toast and will even make French toast with it.

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Oasis Falafel (Iowa City)

206 N Linn St, Iowa City, IA 52245, USA
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Local Guide
Unwilling to substitute pita for another gluten-free item.

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Sumo Sushi Bar & Grill

122 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
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Jerome Bell
Jerome Bell
Great sushi and great gluten free options! They even have gluten free imitation crab. Pretty much anything other than tempura can be made gluten free, and the waitress and manager were knowledgeable. We’ll definitely be back when we’re in town again!

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Dodge Street Coffeehouse

2790 N Dodge St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
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Ronnie Nelson
Ronnie Nelson
I'm not a coffee drinker but went to get one for my wife and the staff was very accommodating to my lack of knowledge in coffee linguistics. My wife loves this place and this is a mandatory stop every time she's in the neighborhood. They also have gluten free treats which are also a must have. This last time I got 3 cherry and pecan energy balls. Would recommend this place and will be going back for sure.

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Bump's Restaurant

1380 Melrose Ave, Iowa City, IA 52246, USA
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David Bridges
David Bridges
Friends and I go here after big tests. It's a great place to hang out after a stressful day. My wife is also allergic to wheat, and we appreciate that they have a gluten free menu and are really considerate of her restrictions.

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Sidekick Coffee & Books

1310 1/2 Melrose Ave, Iowa City, IA 52246, USA
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Bijan Kholghi
Bijan Kholghi
Amazing cafe and book store combined This makes a unique atmosphere. I absolutely love it. Excellent coffe and matcha. Also great gluten free and vegan pastry. Highly recommend!

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The Airliner

22 S Clinton St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
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Bijan Kholghi
Bijan Kholghi
We really liked the gluten-free Pizza crust. The Vegetarian and Supreme Pizza were really good. A classic Bar/Restaurant in Iowa City (since 1944)

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the Webster

202 N Linn St, Iowa City, IA 52245, USA
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chris kane
chris kane
This was my 1st visit. The food and service exceeded our expectations. The vegetarian and Celiac members of our group were accomodated easily. We'll be back!

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Oyama

1853 Lower Muscatine Rd, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
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Bijan Kholghi
Bijan Kholghi
Really nice and fresh sushi. Vegan and Gluten free options available. Highly recommend!

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Mexico Lindo Grill & Cantina

1857 Lower Muscatine Rd, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
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Jill Vanderhoef
Jill Vanderhoef
Our favorite Mexican place. It has gluten free options - ask for the corn tortias.

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Harry's Bar & Grill

116 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
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J Kane
J Kane
My first visit to Harry's. Gluten-free pancakes are on the menu. I asked if they made GF waffles; it seemed like they may not have in the past, but the chef said he could make a gluten-free waffle for me. I am uncertain of the cost as iI did not see or pay the bill (another ember of our party did). I haven't ever been to a restaurant that had GF waffles, so it was a special treat for me! It wasn't crowded at 830 am on Friday. Amanda was an attentive server and was very pleasant. Looking forward to trying the GF pancakes and several unique omelets on future occasions.

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Burger Haul

112 E College St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
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Jude Abel
Jude Abel
Food was excellent. I had a gluten free bun with a beyond burger, and both the bun and patty were perfect. Wonderful atmosphere. Drinks are reasonably priced and tasty as well. Good for small groups! The owner is incredibly kind and checked on us after our food came out. We will be back again soon!

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