Top 5 Gluten-Free Cafes to Delight in Mankato

Your curated guide to gluten-free dining options, with detailed reviews and recommendations for safe celiac-friendly meals.

McDonald's

1411 Madison Ave, Mankato, MN 56001, USA
Gluten-free options
BreakfastLunchDinnerOpen LateCafeGrab & GoDeliveryTake AwayKid FriendlyBread ItemsRestaurant
Quick service and a revamped interior make this spot a go-to for late-night cravings, though order accuracy can be hit or miss.

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Noa Malone
Noa Malone
I’m so sad. I ordered a quarter pounder with cheese and bacon meal. I got this after work and I was starving. I ordered on the app and got my food pretty quick which was nice because it was busy and around 11:30 pm. I checked my food bag and everything looked great. I’m celiac and I personally won’t go into anaphylactic shock from having something with gluten or cross contamination so I still go to McDonald’s. I ordered a meal that had a very specific quarter pounder with cheese and bacon, plain with cheese, extra lettuce, and no bun. I understand that it was late at night and my order was annoying (I used to work at Mcdonald’s but not this location) but DUDE. I checked my order before leaving and I read the order slip on my special quarter pounder with cheese box. Everything on the slip was correct so I assumed that the burger would be correct. I had my fries and they were fresh and REALLY GOOD. I then went home and opened my quarter pounder with cheese box. I had gotten a burger that had the correct patty, pickles, extra lettuce, a filet o fish bun, ketchup, no cheese, and no bacon. I think that they just gave me the wrong order so yikes oopsie but it did have to correct order slip on the burger box. I will go back to this location because accidents happen and stuff gets hard when it’s late but I will fully check my order before leaving.

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Coffee Hag

329 N Riverfront Dr, Mankato, MN 56001, USA
Gluten-free options
BreakfastLunchBrunchBakeryCafeDeliveryTake AwayOutdoor SeatingKid FriendlyVegetarian

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Lindsay Prunty
Lindsay Prunty
The staff at the Coffee Hag are very kind and considerate. I was looking for a gluten free lunch and they were helpful with the menu and offered me a sample of the soup and potato salad before I made my purchase. The coffee is delicious and the atmosphere can't be beat.

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River Rock Coffee & Tea

607 S Front St, Mankato, MN 56001, USA
Gluten-free options
BreakfastLunchCafeDeliveryTake AwayOutdoor SeatingKid Friendly
With great coffee and unique donut options nearby, this spot is a must-visit for a delightful pick-me-up experience.

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Gregg Martinson
Gregg Martinson
Gluten free options, really good coffee and right next to the wagon wheel. Excellent!

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