Top 36 Gluten-Free Spots with Outdoor Seating to Enjoy in Springfield

Hannah McGinty

The food was absolutely delicious. My group of 6 people had food allergies (shrimp and gluten) and our server, Chyane, was very kind and made sure that the kitchen was informed of our allergies. She answered all of our questions and made sure we had everything we needed. Chyane is awesome!

Kaitlyn -Meier- Harrier

Really glad we found this place!! We were glad for the gluten free options — best gf pizza crust we’ve had and the ingredients were super flavorful. They even let us know their pasta is corn based and their pizza is rice based - so helpful to know! We also had a gf chocolate mousse :) the whole group keeps saying this place was an awesome find!!

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Food Review: Cooper’s Hawk – Springfield, IL As a long-time fan of Cooper’s Hawk locations in St. Louis, MO and Orland Park, IL, I was truly looking forward to a special Mother’s Day dinner at the Springfield, IL location. Unfortunately, the experience didn’t meet expectations. We had an early reservation, yet service was sluggish from the start. After an extended wait, we had to flag down our waiter just to receive our dinner orders. One of the entrées arrived incorrect, though to their credit, the staff corrected it promptly. I was happy to see a gluten-free menu with several promising options. I ordered the gluten-free gnocchi chicken carbonara, but it fell flat—lacking the flavor and finesse I’ve come to expect from Cooper’s Hawk. The salad we ordered felt underwhelming in both size and value, and while I specifically asked for gluten-free bread, it never arrived. Service continued to be spotty. We had to track down our waiter repeatedly, and the final straw came when I opened my leftovers the next day. The lettuce wraps I had saved were a total mess—soggy and inedible, with the lettuce buried under wet toppings. A careless presentation that resulted in the entire appetizer being tossed. Cooper’s Hawk is typically a favorite of mine, but this particular visit was a disappointment from start to finish. Between the inattentive service, lackluster food, and sloppy packaging, I won’t be returning to the Springfield location.

William Register

M Rogers

I came here for breakfast on a Tuesday in July. The space had lots of natural light and was clean. Strong A/C too. I mentioned I need gluten-free options, and the owner gave an excellent overview. It was clear they had put a lot of thought into accommodating customers with this food sensitivity. I had a decaf iced Americano coffee and a loaded strata. It had bacon and sausage on top of egg and was covered in gruyere cheese. Tasty! It also came with fresh fruit and a side of gluten-free toast. When I was finished I felt satisfied and well cared for. One of the best breakfasts I had while visiting Springfield.

Lynne Chamber

Brittney Fink

Chris Bennett

Allen Kitchens

Mary Martin

Dave Washington

Katelyn Kratz

I go to Finley's regularly and they always take incredible care of me!! I am gluten free and have never had an issue eating there. Madison is an absolutely fantastic employee and I always love when she is there!!

Monique Murphy

Jamie Meeker

Libby Price

I’ve been several times now, trying different menu items each time, and I’m always wowed. Their food is so good, and offering four different EXCELLENT crust options is impressive. Their gluten free pizza and chopped salad are both the best I’ve ever had. It’s nice to see a small business in Springfield have a steady flow of dine-in and pickup customers. They seem to be doing really well. Honorable mention: dessert selection of homemade cakes, cannolis, cookies, and gelato in the freezer

Cindy Mcallister

My daughter and I came here for a late dinner. My daughter had Celiac Disease so we have to be super careful where we eat. I'll be honest, there aren't many gluten-free options here, and they don't have a separate gluten-free menu but, we shared the chicken and goat cheese sandwich on a gluten-free bun and it was delicious. Although the server (Ben) seemed very cavalier at first (and made me nervous by it), in the end, he took very good care of us. The food was delicious. For drinks, I had the Victory Cerveza Lager with Lime. I'm not a huge craft beer person but this beer reminded me of a Corona. My daughter had the Pino Noir and she said it was delicious. As it turns out, they own the building next door and it has Bocce Ball, Corn Hole, and a cool looking bar. I'll definitely go back if I get the chance.

Dave Kyle

M Rogers

I dined solo on a Saturday night. I made a reservation at the bar. The bartender was very friendly and attentive, which I appreciated. The Caesar salad had pistachios, which was an interesting twist. It was not a traditional Caesar. They were able to accommodate my gluten-free diet, which was great. The lamb loin main dish was interesting. The Colorado lamb was not at all gamey, which surprised me. It did seem a bit tougher to chew than I expected. The dessert was tasty. I was seeking a special experience and this place delivered. It seems to be one of the more creative restaurants in the area. I would definitely recommend it. Make sure to make a reservation!

Beverly Fultz

Todd Lee

Will Sitki

I would highly recommend Yellow Bird Coffee House. We were hosting a last-minute engagement celebration and they were so helpful. We were able to put in a last-minute order for their delicious cinnamon rolls. The owner opened his business a half an hour early to pick them up in time for the party. We also ordered one of their delicious, gluten friendly quiche, it’s a must if you love quiche.

Floyd Mills

Bonita Joseph

Crystal Ruiz

Alona Simon

Eleanor Ziemer

Fred Quezada

Earl Molina

Quentin Atkins

Eugene Kennedy

Christopher Robbins

Barbara Ellis

Dennis Whitaker

Elwanda Morgan

Linda Flynn

Charles Lago