Top 27 Gluten-Free Spots with Outdoor Seating to Enjoy in Ankeny

Main Street Cafe & Bakery

2510 SW White Birch Dr #1,2, Ankeny, IA 50023, USA
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Jennifer VanSickle
Jennifer VanSickle
I come here for the gluten-free cakes and treats. Only once did I have an old slice, I won't pick the last one next time. Can't wait to see what's on the counter next time I pop in

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Flavory Bistro

1450 SW Vintage Pkwy, Ankeny, IA 50023, USA
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Kaylie Carey
Kaylie Carey
I ordered a special catering meal for a family dinner and was absolutely blown away by both the service and the food! They went above and beyond—creating a custom menu just for us, making flatbread per my special request (even a gluten-free version!), and communicating quickly and kindly throughout the whole process. When I came to pick it up, the staff was so friendly and welcoming—they even had me sampling things at the counter! I genuinely felt like I was at home. Everything was delicious, and I’ll definitely be coming back again and again!

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District 36 Wine Bar & Grille

1375 SW Vintage Pkwy, Ankeny, IA 50023, USA
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Rachel
Rachel
Great food and super friendly staff! Accommodated several items for gluten free, thank you!!!

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Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh

1550 N Ankeny Blvd Suite 100, Ankeny, IA 50023, USA
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Ms Alhadi
Ms Alhadi
Hello all my celiac and gluten free friends. Today I tried garbanzo in Ankeney iowa . I called ahead of time and they seem very knowledgeable about celiac and gluten free. When I went they gentleman asked if I have celiac disease I said yes and he told me everything is gluten free except some of the items. I wanted to try the gf pita for next time . Super great place definitely going again :)

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El Molcajete

301 E 1st St, Ankeny, IA 50021, USA
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J Kane
J Kane
I liked it! Staff were friendly and attentive, my tacos al pastor were delicious, and chips and salsa were great, too. Food was hot when served, and the tacos contained a generous amount of meat. I have celiac disease, so I was pleased that corn tortillas were available, and I noted that some items could be made gluten free on request. Nice atmosphere, and the tables weren't arranged too close to each other. I told my friends that I would happily return to El Molcajete next time I visit them! 👍

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Cafe Diem

2005 US-69, Ankeny, IA 50021, USA
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Kaytlin Bush
Kaytlin Bush
Amazing service, a great spacious area, awesome food and coffee. Gluten free bread available. So glad I found this place!!

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Culver’s

2305 SE Delaware Ave, Ankeny, IA 50021, USA
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Private
Private
My gluten free bun completely crumbled apart, looks like the recently changed brands. I was also disappointed because something is wrong with their chocolate custard. It tasted like vanilla with chocolate syrup and didn’t have the classic texture and taste I expect from Culver’s. Friendly staff and clean restaurant

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Silk Elephant

2410 SW White Birch Dr Suite 108, Ankeny, IA 50023, USA
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Travis Green
Travis Green
Silk Elephant in Ankeny is a delightful spot for authentic Thai cuisine. The ambiance is inviting, and the staff is exceptionally friendly and attentive. The menu offers a wide range of flavorful dishes, including vegan and gluten-free options. The Pad Thai is a standout, perfectly balancing sweet and savory flavors. The restaurant is clean and well-maintained, making it ideal for both quick lunches and relaxed dinners. Highly recommend for anyone seeking quality Thai food in the area

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Ziggi's Coffee

1606 NW Irvinedale Dr, Ankeny, IA 50023, USA
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Sabrina
Sabrina
ziggis is hands down the best place for coffee, a snack, meeting with friends, and great customer service. my drink is always delicious and never too bitter or too sweet, this place has never done me wrong. the place is always clean, the staff is always ready to go. i love coming here & even the smoothies are a banger. the gluten free options are so good too. i recommend this place for everyone! i am upset that there has been construction blocking off partial access to ziggis, but its worth the detour every time. go to ZIGGIS!

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HuHot Mongolian Grill

Delaware Marketplace, 2310 SE Delaware Ave, Ankeny, IA 50021, USA
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Bob Roslansky
Bob Roslansky
It was good. They were very willing to work with my wife's gluten-free concerns.

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Dough Co. Pizza | Ankeny

2405 SW White Birch Dr Ste 100, Ankeny, IA 50023, USA
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madison ghee
madison ghee
This pizza place is SO GOOD (if you’re able to eat a slice of pizza the size of your face, which I have recently learned I am in fact capable of) They also have vegan AND gluten free options so I don’t have to feel or look nine months pregnant after shoving my face with all the carbs. While the food is great the service is even better, the staff is so so friendly and helpful and they make the little wait for fresh pizza seem like no time at all :)

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Culver’s

255 NW 36th St, Ankeny, IA 50023, USA
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Joan Kelly
Joan Kelly
Delicious 😋 and wonderful customer service. Gluten free buns!! I love this place ❤️

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Curbin' Cuisine

1325 SW Oralabor Rd Suite 200, Ankeny, IA 50023, USA
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Sherri Tekippe
Sherri Tekippe
Curbin' Cuisine catered our daughter's wedding over the weekend. The service was amazing, and the food was delicious! Misty was wonderful to work with all throughout the process! She was easy to communicate with, very responsive, and offered great suggestions and help along the way. We had two separate tastings with her in order to choose our menu. We had vegetarian and gluten free guests to consider, and their menu had more options than any other place we tasted. The food for the wedding was plentiful! We ordered for 140 guests but easily could have fed 200 people. The chicken thighs in mushroom sauce with bell peppers definitely stole the show! It was so moist and tender that it fell apart with a fork. Instead of serving alcohol at the wedding, we offered a lemonade bar. Misty's staff made three different lemonades all from scratch: watermelon limeade, strawberry, and peach mango. Our guests loved trying all of the flavors! My personal favorite was the watermelon limeade. We've been customers of Curbin' Cuisine since they were located in Beaverdale (and we miss them there!). Dining in and/or carrying out has always been a great experience. Service is fast and friendly! We've never had a bad meal, and we always order the Philly Cheesesteak Fries as a side.

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30hop

1615 SW Main St Suite 207, Ankeny, IA 50023, USA
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Corrie Davis
Corrie Davis
Love the gluten free options! Everything was delicious and even my picky daughter loved it!

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Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant

202 SE Delaware Ave, Ankeny, IA 50021, USA
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Kathy Kay
Kathy Kay
I had a great gluten-free meal and the manager is very knowledgeable!

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Who's on 1st

810 E 1st St, Ankeny, IA 50021, USA
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Mary Leimer
Mary Leimer
Went over lunch and there was only 1 waitress for the lunch crowd. No lunch menu and the Gluten-Free dedicated fryer wasn't working. The food tasted good though and the waitress was on it.

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Caribou Coffee

909 SE Oralabor Rd, Ankeny, IA 50021, USA
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Carol (Tnwalkermom)
Carol (Tnwalkermom)
Appreciate the gluten free items and enjoy your lattes! Great service too.

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Chick-fil-A

2410 SE Delaware Ave, Ankeny, IA 50021, USA
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Areli Cardenas
Areli Cardenas
Asked for the spicy grilled chicken and gluten free bread, they gave me breaded chicken with no toppings and gf bread… not only is that logically incorrect, but that is the most frustrating thing I’ve ever.

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TrailSide Tap

710 SW 3rd St, Ankeny, IA 50023, USA
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Corrie Davis
Corrie Davis
The burger is perfection! Love the gluten free bun option as well! Drinks were concocted with emphasis on taste and presentation. Highly recommend!

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Magee’s Irish Pub & Eatery

1610 SW Main St, Ankeny, IA 50023, USA
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Billie Newland (billiexnewland)
Billie Newland (billiexnewland)
My family and I love coming to this place! They offer authentic Irish foyer and you would believe that you’re sitting in the middle of Ireland at one of their famous pubs! I really really like that they offer gluten-free friendly items and they have quite a bit on the menu to choose from! it’s a very cozy spot right in the district and even if you are afraid of trying Irish items, they have plenty of other stuff that if you’re interested and more traditional American food also really great alcoholic options and their patio is nice to sit out on when it’s a nice day out!

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Big Acai Bowl - Ankeny

1711 SW Plaza Pkwy, Ankeny, IA 50023, USA
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D Nice
D Nice
Love their acai berry bowl with gluten free granola. I like that the acai is thick, not runny, as I've had at other chains.

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Lindo Jalisco Mexican Restaurant & Taqueria

1810 SW White Birch Cir, Ankeny, IA 50023, USA
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Shelby Phippen
Shelby Phippen
Great lunch portions. Service is ok. Many gluten free options marked on menu. Loved the salsa brought to the table. Mild and hot both. The hot is bomb! The queso is extra runny, fyi.

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Frutta Bowls

1550 N Ankeny Blvd Suite 102, Ankeny, IA 50023, USA
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Dan Ferry
Dan Ferry

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