Top 12 Gluten-Free Dessert Havens to Explore in Indianapolis

Sven Kunert

As someone with celiac disease (gluten intolerance), it is always a challenge for me to find a restaurant where I can eat without worries. I was completely thrilled at Harry & Izzy’s. As soon as I entered I was warmly welcomed and immediately offered a separate gluten-free menu - a big plus! After placing the order, I was personally spoken to by the manager to ensure that all details about my intolerance were correctly understood. This extra level of attention immediately made me feel good. When the food finally arrived, it was also served personally by the manager - a sign of how seriously allergies and intolerances are treated here. And the food? Excellent! Taste at the highest level - I have rarely felt so safe and at the same time so pampered in a restaurant. A big thank you to the whole team at Harry & Izzy’s

Lici Cruz

Got the gluten free sourdough loaf and it was pretty good! A bit pricey ($13) for the loaf but will support local artisans. I wish they had a bread slicer tho! Most places will slice the bread for you. For such a big kitchen it might be worth the investment :) I went to the store on a Saturday at noon and they were basically sold out and everything was made the day before, so if you want fresh bread better to order ahead.

Brooklynn Filstrup

Super nice staff 100% gluten free!!!

Amanda Elsner

I am an admitted Cafe Patachou addict... but I swear their chicken salad sandwich has restorative powers! And only place in town I know of you can get gluten free waffles!! 💙

Stacey Dishman

I took my daughter who had a gluten allergy. There were Gluten Free options and so many to choose from. We had the best service. The server was Wil and he had the best hospitality. The manager Ethan came and asked us how everything was. Ethan had great hospitality as well. We had the flaming turtle chocolate that gets lit on fire. It was a wonderful experience and we will definitely be coming back. 10/10 would definitely recommend.

Dan Pete

The roasted brussels sprout appetizer is amazing! Also, pair your meal with one of the CH house wines. We chose a smooth merlot with our dinner and will do so again, it was that good. Our server was very attentive and professional, very knowledgeable on the menu and wines. He insured that my meal was prepared gluten-free which I greatly appreciated. Reservations are recommended on the weekends.

Jerica Moyer

We ordered 2 coffees some pastries and 2 sandwiches all were delicious. Some of the best gluten free bread I have had. Loved the inclusive menu!

LeeAnn Reymann

Delicious food and excellent service. Several gluten free options, but somewhat limited on main dish options.

R. M.

Fantastic - great food & great pricing. Celiac friendly and plenty of vegan options. The curry chickpeas & kimchi are fantastic.

Cyndi Brenner

Loved this little sandwich shop. The gluten-free bagel was so good, it made me so happy to find a great place for a quick bite with gluten-free options! Next time I’m passing through again, I will definitely be stopping by!

Candy Kuhl

The gluten-free cheeseburger was delicious! Although the French fries are not gluten-free, I opted for a side salad instead. Overall, it was a very satisfying meal.

Trevor Darley

Absolutely amazing! The staff were very friendly, accommodating and careful with my Celiac / gluten intolerance, and the food was delicious. I attached a photo of my Rainbow Trout with chimichurri (I wrote "FISH" with my rice, which was an excellent addition to the meal)

Richard Nussle

Great restaurant close to downtown. The service is great and the servers are knowledgeable about the menu and wine. They always have a vegan and gluten free entree. When you first sit down you get a small glass of champagne which is a nice touch. On our last visit we got the smoked carrots and they were shockingly good. The carrot soup was excellent and then for entrees I got long trumpet mushrooms and my wife got the Sacchetoni en Brodo. She said hers was good. The peanut parfait is amazing and a must get to finish the meal. It is on the pricier side but it is with it in my opinion.

Emily E

VERY GLUTEN FREE FRIENDLY! I saw Modita on TikTok and had to check out the hype. From the moment you walk in you are starting the experience. I went with a group of friends so we could properly have dim sum and it did not disappoint. They are able ti make a lot of dietary modifications! Did not take away from the meal. Also - Don’t forget it’s part of Cunningham restaurant group so if you have a free VIP account, you get points for spending! Pork Bao Buns were my favorite!

Mike McDermott

Choose this because gluten sensitive person in our party. I had the mushroom burger with nothing else and it filled me up.

Sarah Merritt

I'm from out of the area. We came in for a wedding so there were daily obligations. I'm always gun shy with restaurants in general, so especially so with fast food because I have mild celiac's and other food sensitivities. I was blown away by this late night take out spot. I got a gluten free bun for my daughter's cheeseburger and I am still (2 weeks later) grateful for the salad I got that night. Not to mention the stellar ice cream. It was real ice cream! Not like the frozen vegetable oil foam you get at other fast food restaurants. I almost polished off the whole pint my daughter insisted she'd share with me, then refused when the time came. Hahaha. Kids.

Chad Schaefer

Served cafeteria style. You inform the line servers what you want and pay at the point-of-sale register at the end of the line. You receive a number and take your tray of sides and drinks to the any of the open tables in the dining room. Highly Recommend All of the Following: -- Nova Lox & Everything Bagel (Generous serving of Nova Lox. Includes slices of tomatoes, onion, capers, Greek olives, lemon wedge and Philadelphia cream cheese. Served on a decorative bed of lettuce or gluten-free bread). -- Beef Brisket Sandwich (brisket of beef, cooked with Shapiro's secret spices and rub and sliced hot to order for sandwich. About 6 ounces of meat on every sandwich with Shapiro's famous rye bread, or whatever you choosel | 85% beef, 15% rye bread.) -- Pastrami Reuben Sandwich w/ Sauerkraut (House-made pastrami piled high with two slices of German-Swiss cheese, a thick splat of Russian dressing, and sauerkraut in the middle of the meat, grilled to a golden brown, served with a half-sour pickle) -- Macaroni and Cheese (crunchy cheese top and creamy middle) -- Broccoli and Cheese Soup (Saturday Special) -- Half Sour Pickles (Crisp, traditional pickle that's not as tart or as fully fermented) -- Dr. Brown’s® Black Cherry Soda (unique dry finish of black cherries to deliver the perfect balance of crispness and sweetness. Loaded with natural-tasting cherry flavor, the Black Cherry is never overpowering and always refreshing. Caffeine free.) All of the meats, cheeses and salads are available by the pound, half or quarter in the deli. So are the bagels, breads, sauerkraut, pickles, pastries/cookies, desserts, etc.

Chris Hoff

Always like the gluten free pizza and the junior arnie salad

Connie Drake

Amaya Tarrants

The ice cream here is delicious, I would highly recommend stopping by if you’re in the area for the day. Vegan and Gluten free options for those with dietary restrictions, including a gluten free cheesecake ice cream which is a rare find. A nice vibe inside, but the seating is a bit small for larger crowds. Although, it’s definitely worth the wait for the friendly service I received.

Jeff Duncan

I require a gluten free bun on my sandwich as I'm celiac, so I appreciate the caution that they convey on cook orders and customer receipt. Even the employee that brings out the order to the car rereads the order back to you even though you are assigned a identity sticker they put on your driver's side mirror.

Jamie-Le Brenneman

Love, love, love their macarons. They are gluten free and sooooo yummy. You get a free one for signing up for the rewards program and a free one on your birthday!

Judy Howard

Samuel Deckard

Nom Nom! Shake Shack, gluten free buns and delicious burgers! Shakes too! A must visit while in downtown Indy!

stephen foglio

Customer Service horrid. Called to see if there are gluten free options. Response: "they should be on the menu" Looked on line via iPhone. Nope. Called back. Person on phone asked many employees, no one knew the answer. Was told to pick a pizza, then scroll down for a gluten free crust. NOPE. Not an option to see on the website via IPhone. Undecided to try again.

Jessica Stewart

I love that they have gluten free buns. They are huge and normally I just do an open faced sandwich and use 1 bun!

laura Kraycsi

Love the gluten free buns and burgers ! Delicious and safe

Michael Barnes

Tasty cookies. Vegan options available. They also have 1 gluten free option, chocolate chip, as well as 1 vegan & gluten free, also choc. Chip. Only ding on food was we got one once that was a bit hard or stale.

Marguerite Curtis