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The 50 Best Gluten-Free Lunch Spots in Iowa

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Monica's

Monica's

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Celiac friendly

303 2nd St, Coralville, IA 52241, USA

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Really good service but we didn't really enjoy the food. We ordered off the gluten free menu and pasta didn't taste that great. Ordered the lobster meal but pieces were very small. Substitutions were common because they didn't have what was offered. Overall we felt disappointed in the meals.

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Bar Nico

Bar Nico

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100% Dedicated Gluten-Free

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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Louie's Wine Dive

Louie's Wine Dive

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Celiac friendly

4040 University Ave suite a, Des Moines, IA 50311, USA

Wine BarCocktailsAmericanBrunchGF OptionsAllergen FriendlyBreakfastDairy Free OptionsDinnerKid FriendlyLunchOutdoor SeatingSeafoodTake AwayVegan OptionsVegetarian OptionsDedicated GF FryerBeerCeliac FriendlyOpen LateDeliveryPet FriendlyRestaurant
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This place is a gluten-free haven.

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Destination Grille

Destination Grille

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Celiac friendly

2491 E 1st St, Grimes, IA 50111, USA

AmericanBrunchCeliac FriendlyPizzaGF OptionsBurgersDairy Free OptionsDinnerOpen Late NightLunchTake AwayVegetarian OptionsVegan OptionsKnowledgeable StaffDedicated GF FryerBread ItemsFriesSandwichesBreakfastDeliveryOutdoor SeatingKid FriendlyPet Friendly
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Natalie Clark

I highly recommend any of the burgers, pizzas, and especially the chicken tenders. LOVE

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Main Street Cafe & Bakery

Main Street Cafe & Bakery

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Celiac friendly

2510 SW White Birch Dr #1,2, Ankeny, IA 50023, USA

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Mijo Martinez (Mijo Martinez)

The food is always good and consistent. They are gluten friendly and service is almost always positive.

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