Top 1111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111144 Gluten-Free Brunch Spots to Enjoy in Des Moines

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!!!

Harv

This place is a gluten-free haven.

Jennifer VanSickle

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

Cortez Jones

Had the BEST experience here. Trying to find a restaurant that offers a gluten free menu as well as regular with no discernible differences in taste is 1 in a million and buzzard Billy’s is exactly that. Any time we ever come back it will be good at BB. Kristen, Kela and shiree are the best servers EVER!

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.

Natasha Huffman

This bakery is vegan and gluten free, and everything I've had from here is absolutely amazing! The people working are always warm and welcoming as well, definitely recommend:) and don't forget to check out the antiques upstairs!

Hunter Gonzales

Food was delicious and decently priced, so many gluten free options. Service was quick and simple nice but not always checking up on you but consistent service overall. Kinda nosy but private as well. Definitely would come back as an outastater 👏

Nicholas Kalianoff

Great place to sit on the patio or watch the games. Very conscious about gluten free options also. Good drinks, reasonable prices.

Allison Merritt

Great atmosphere and service. However, would not recommend to those with celiac disease despite the gluten free menu options. Clearly was either cooked with gluten containing items and heavy cross contact, or my 5 year old with celiac disease was served gluten pancakes despite confirming and re-confirming.

Brett Giberson

Great food! Excellent gluten free options. Awesome location. We will be back!

Sredna

Loved the gluten free orange chicken here! Plenty of gf options to choose from. They also have cbd/thc infused drinks here. Outside is a large outdoor patio where kids can play too while waiting for food. Very friendly service, we'll be back!

Jamie Goff

Their Gluten Free pizza is amazing!!! Went to order it on door dash and it wasn't showing up so I called the restaurant and spoke to Emily and she went above and beyond to get me my gluten free pizza. Second time we've ordered from them and both times its been fantastic!! Even better when the customer Service rocks!!

Ben Miller

Went in on a quiet Thursday afternoon and the service and food were top shelf. Ribeye steak was cooked to perfection. Brussels were excellent and the cornbread is actually GLUTEN FREE! Start with the deviled eggs or the street corn dip!

Brooke Weber

I have been here several times recently for brunch. This place knows what they are doing and they are really good at it: the atmosphere, the decor, the food, the service. The lattes here are the best in the area, hands down. Even the cups and saucers are beautiful and add to my enjoyment of the coffee drinks. I want the exact cups for my own home. The seasonal latte flavors are creative and never overly sweet. I do love a pumpkin spice latte, and St. Kilda has the best. I was interested in a seasonal mocha and was hesitant to order it for fear it would be too sweet, but the server told me more about it so I decided to try it. It was the best mocha I’ve ever had with the perfect balance of flavors and just the right amount of sweetness. Everything that’s a part of the Big Aussie Breakfast is prepared to perfection: thick cut bacon, delicious blistered roasted tomatoes, perfectly crispy house-made bread. Even the gluten-free bread is excellent. Last week my boyfriend got a hashbrown on the side and it was the best hashbrown I’ve ever had - a lovely soft texture on the inside and perfectly crispy all the way around on the outside. The last 3 times I’ve eaten there, we’ve had the same server. I love her! Very friendly, relatable, and a bit quirky in the best possible way. After our last visit, I decided St. Kilda in Valley Junction is my favorite place for brunch.

Kenzie Kelso

Great food, tons of vegan and gluten free options, great service.

Gina W.

My first food stop in Iowa was to take a solo walk to get tacos at Malo. This one was a home run at my first at-bat as a Des Moines rookie. Wow. I timed it just right, and they were placing my bag of food on the table right as I walked in the door. I got the avocado and fried onions on corn tortillas, and instead of getting a combo, I got the portobello mushrooms as my side. That way I was able to just put them on my tacos. I also got a side of fruit with sweet chili sauce. It didn't want to have anything super spicy before my marathon (think about it) so I got the pico de gallo. The tacos were delicious, and the fresh tortillas seemed handmade. The fruit was so juicy and sweet, but the stunner here was the portobello mushroom - like steak strips. Savory and meaty but not too salty... Just amazing. I had enough left over for a second meal. Great vegan and gluten-free options.

Shawna Schmidt

Can not say enough good things about our experience at Kava DSM!!! From the AMAZING gluten free/dairy free waffle to the dairy free gelato, to the decor and super kind owner! It was our first time visiting and he went above and beyond to help us understand everything he offered and how it can help me with inflammation! I will definitely be reaching out to his wife also who is a natural health practitioner! I would give them 100 stars if I could! We will definitely be back very soon ❤️

Katelin Tiernan

Super gluten free conscientious on top of DELICIOUS FOOD. I will be back over and over and can't recommend enough.

Carole Kern

Update: Mike Larsen contacted me several times to apologize, get feedback, and to locate the record of the sale. The meal bill was fully refunded. He said he spoke with his people to improve the experience. Everyplace can have an off night. I would give them another chance. Original review: Poor service, got the order wrong, sandwich was sparsely covered with contents making it mostly stale bread, salad dressing wasn't mixed, salad had wonton stips which are not Gluten-free even though the order was for Gluten-free. Expensive meal we threw away and went elsewhere to eat.

Jennifer Bartlett

Shrimp and grits, collard greens with bacon...I felt like I was back home. The gluten free options are limited, but they are done well!

Kyle Schmaltz

Great place, it's nice they have gluten free options like salads available.

Billie Newland (billiexnewland)

Fun place with great food options! Love they do deals on their burgers and the fact they have gluten free buns available!

Melissa Reyerson

I always have wonderful and quick service while eating here. Very vegan and gluten free friendly and food is always fresh. If you don't get a tortilla - you are offered chips for free, and they do not charge you extra for guacamole!

Jeff King

The gluten-free pizza was decent. My wife said her burger rocked. It was the Frisco melt, and I had the pasta. It was a penne pasta with a southwest Alfredo sauce, plus chicken and tortilla strips. It was fantastic.

Claire K

Quick, quality food in a clean and pleasant environment at a fair price. I cannot stress enough how unique and flavorful this food is-- whether you love Ethiopian food or have never tried it, Gursha is worth visiting! Vegetarian and gluten-free options. I recommend the injera with gomen (collards) and ziggini (beef with berbere/ sauce). Street parking and convenient location.

Josh Anderson

This place was awesome, staff was friendly and helpful, did not feel rushed. Staff helped us figure out how to make items Gluten-free for my Fiancé. Some shakes are also Gluten-free l. Just like all restaurants there is a chance for cross contamination but let staff know and they can help the best they can.

Krista

I would give it 5 stars on food if there were more gluten-free options, especially in the bakery portion. But for non-gluten sensitive people, their baked goods are amazing!! Cinnamon rolls were my favorite when I could eat them. A big thank you to the staff for sharing that even the gluten-free monster cookies are cross-contaminated. All around, great coffee shop.

LW Evans

Dinner on the patio is best here as indoors is a bit too noisy. Excellent cocktails; Pear Vino was fab! 🤩 Portions are generous the half order of the centro salad was enough for 2! Chicken Saltimbocca was tasty good and they did it gluten free with green beans. I'll be back for another evening on the patio!

Lindsey Sheets

I have thoroughly enjoyed everything I've gotten from Ritual. A co-worker and I will get lunch here for our lunch meetings every once in awhile and we've never been disappointed. I personally love the vegetarian and gluten free options. Their coffee is also always very well made, not bitter, not overly sugar-laden, perfect!

J M

Utilized Trellis as my catering company for a wedding venue at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Gardens. From the start of the experience to the end, the service was fantastic. We worked with Paige as a our coordinator and found her to be prompt, professional, and an overall pleasure to work with. Pricing and value is competitive with other catering companies. We received several quotes and Trellis won out due to their quality of food and overall experience of dealing with the staff. They also offer options that covers any and all dietary restrictions, which was great for a few of our guests who were gluten free and vegetarian. The food was fresh, delicious, and we were able to take home the leftovers to reduce waste. Would recommend to friends and family if they are looking for a solid catering company with professional service and high quality food. It made for stress free planning for a life event that is usually stressful to plan.

Melinda

I came here for lunch with one of my friends who is Vegan and gluten-free. We originally tried to order something for her from the brunch menu--arepas, but the cook said that the cheese was already mixed in. They instead brought out the dinner menu where my friend was able to find something fulfilling that would also be kind to her tummy. Not only that, but her quinoa salad was absolutely to die for! We originally chose Panka because they were giving away free coffee for Latino Restaurant Week and were pleasantly surprised that they not only had a brunch menu, but that they are absolute perfectionists when it comes to execution of their food. You could taste the pride in every bite! We can't wait to come back here! You wouldn't think that it would be much in a little strip, but this restaurant is beautiful inside! They also have outdoor seating but there's a little bit of construction going on right now. Definitely one to put on your list!

Bruce Reyer

Jody Griggs

Not a dedicated gluten-free kitchen but the server made sure my breakfast had no toast with my gluten-free omelet. Tasty.

M W D S

We found out by accident that our waitress was new but you would never know it. She was attentive and was able to answer our in-depth questions. I am a Celiac and needed gluten free, and she made sure to find out that it was an allergy and not a preference. The food was delicious! We will definitely go again next time we are in Des Moines.

amanda francis

We stopped here on a long drive from Colorado to Chicago, and were not disappointed! I had an oat milk cappuccino, and my husband had a lovely mocha. My only wish is for more gluten free treats, but the coffee is outstanding, so still 5 stars!

Libby Banagale

I was there just to have a place to wait for a ride home after my car was towed to a garage. I don't eat gluten, so no donuts for me. I ordered a coffee and fried potatoes. The potatoes were not very good, but the coffee was. I was there for over 3 hrs. I drank a lot of coffee and chai. The girls behind the counter were so gracious and concerned. I received service beyond expectations and in a very clean dining area an bathroom. The donuts and menu did look very, very, very good!

Jason Reis

On a Monday night our waitress was great. Was dining with friend with celiac disease and they were amazingly accommodating. The mushrooms were excellent. And the drinks were strong but not over the top.

Kaylyn Hunt

Great food! Even had a gluten free menu which was nice!

J B

I arrived for my second visit on Sept 6 2023, and ordered 3 dishes. One was with truffles. Gluten-free and vegetarian. However, after finishing the truffle with Leeks, I realized I was not feeling good. The rest of the night proceeded with full body hives, swollen lips, severe cold, diareah, vomit, and all extremities itching, and a plethora of experiences. I am not allergic to anything, so I suspect mold in the truffles and histamine response. Or a poisonous mushroom.

Katelyn Hobin

Love this place! Great Gluten free options!

Tess Martens

Cute little diner with gluten free options!

Carol Speed

Nice stop for work good food. Staff was friendly and I wondered through the antique store connected to the dining area. Gluten free bread too!

Bill Davis

Great place with good beverages & food. Try the Sweet Georgia Brown iced or hot (I wish they did it Ice-blended too.) or the Café Borgia! Try the breakfast casserole or the taco salad! Good bakery treats too, even a few that are gluten-free (much appreciated). Book a meeting room or gather with friends. Can get busy with college students and locals though, so consider booking a room to ensure space for more than a few people.

Jeanette Harris

Had our anniversary dinner here and everything was great. I have celiac and they were very accommodating and knowledgeable about the gluten free options. Great service and atmosphere.