Top 11 Gluten-Free Lunch Spots to Enjoy in Waukee

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

Kue'd Smokehouse

245 E Hickman Rd, Waukee, IA 50263, USA
Gluten Free IconAccommodating Gluten-Free
Dairy Free OptionsDinnerKid FriendlyLunchTake AwayGrab & GoDelivery
This spot boasts a cozy vibe with limited seating, delivering consistently delicious dishes that keep customers coming back for more.

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Lori Ingebritson
Lori Ingebritson
Kue’d is our favorite restaurant in the Waukee area. We have eaten inside but we usually get take out. We always are pleased with the quality of food, the accuracy of the orders and I’m especially happy with all of the gluten free choices!

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Central Standard Craft Beer & Burgers

1222 SE University Ave, Waukee, IA 50263, USA
Gluten Free IconCeliac friendly
Dairy Free OptionsDinnerKid FriendlyLunchOutdoor SeatingTake AwayBeerBread ItemsBurgersCiderTacosOpen LateDeliveryPet FriendlyRestaurantDedicated GF Fryer
A lively spot with large portions, tasty flavors, and a fun vibe featuring plenty of TVs and accommodating service, perfect for a casual hangout!

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Mackenzie Knoup
Mackenzie Knoup
The only reason we visited this restaurant is because of their dedicated gluten free fryer which was amazing for my gluten free celiac family member. For whatever unknown reason, they chose to get rid of this along with other gluten free options on their menu. We will no longer be customers at this restaurant.

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Dedicated gluten-free menu

Ninja Sushi Ramen

765 SE Alice's Rd, Waukee, IA 50263, USA
Gluten Free IconAccommodating Gluten-Free
LunchDinnerVeganAsianCocktailsSushiDeliveryTake AwayOutdoor SeatingKid FriendlyRestaurant
A fantastic spot with a vibrant atmosphere and well-labeled options, perfect for a joyful outing with loved ones.

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Samantha S.
Samantha S.
This place is amazing. Came here for a mommy & son lunch date ( dinner menu).. I'm celiacs so to be able to come to a place where their MAIN menu includes gluten free option... wow chefs kiss for real. They have a bunch of options for gluten free. Price is great , atmosphere great, server was so nice , menu- pristine, and we left happy Happy!

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Pancheros Mexican Grill - Waukee

757 E Hickman Rd Suite 100, Waukee, IA 50263, USA
Gluten Free IconAccommodating Gluten-Free
LunchDinnerMexicanTacosGrab & GoDeliveryTake AwayPet FriendlyOutdoor SeatingKid FriendlyRestaurant

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HALEY LIEBER
HALEY LIEBER
Awful service. When we walked up, we asked the man to change his gloves, get a new rice, chicken, and utensils for both because we had a wheat allergy (actually celiacs, but people usually get that better). He said "excuse me?" So we repeated it. He said "seriously, are you kidding me?!" He muttered something under his breath. He then told his coworker to " you deal with this", like we were a nuisance. As his coworker came over (who seemed quite nice, and shocked with this man's behavior), we said "excuse me!?", And he replied, word for word, "get your food and get out!" and gestured for us to get out. We replied "that was extremely disrespectful, we won't get our food, but we will in fact get out". we walked out. We did not catch this man's name, but he had a gray beard, rectangular glasses, and was almost completely bald.

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Pizza Ranch

448 SE University Ave, Waukee, IA 50263, USA
Gluten Free IconAccommodating Gluten-Free
LunchDinnerOpen LateDeliveryTake AwayKid FriendlyRestaurant

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Theresa Dutchuk
Theresa Dutchuk
outstanding food, especially the chicken and the gluten-free garlic/cheese breadsticks!

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Gastro Grub & Pub

1378 E Hickman Rd, Waukee, IA 50263, USA
Gluten-free options
LunchDinnerOpen LateDeliveryTake AwayOutdoor SeatingKid FriendlyRestaurantPet Friendly

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Brent Curtis
Brent Curtis
We stopped in for a drink on an early Friday afternoon. Plenty of tables to be had at this hour. We looked at the menu and see there is a large number of vegan and gluten free choices, not normally our kind of food. If we had been later we would have picked what looks to be delicious burgers or an entree such as steak dessert Burgo. The staff was friendly and prompt and they have a very beautiful building that is inviting.

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Indian Tadka

280 W W Hickman Rd, Waukee, IA 50263, USA
Gluten-free options
LunchDinnerDeliveryTake AwayKid FriendlyIndian
Fast service and a smooth takeout process, with tasty dishes that keep everyone coming back for more.

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Bridie Nixon
Bridie Nixon
We tried India Tadka for the first time yesterday. So delicious! I ordered take away from their website and loved the text confirmation. I also got a text when my order was ready to be picked up, which was just a few minutes earlier than the estimated time. I have Celiac disease and ordered some gluten free items - chicken curry and aloo manchurian. They were labelled in my order so zero confusion. Both dishes were delicious and safe for me to eat. My husband also enjoyed his paneer dish and naan. We will definitely be back!

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IHOP

150 SE Alice's Rd, Waukee, IA 50263, USA
Gluten-free options
BreakfastLunchDinnerBrunchDeliveryTake AwayKid Friendly
Enjoy delicious breakfast options with unique flavors that keep guests coming back for more!

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Mary Brewer
Mary Brewer
Gluten friendly waffle was very good, spinach and mushroom omelet was excellent, will return soon :)

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Scornovacca's Waukee

290 W Hickman Rd, Waukee, IA 50263, USA
Gluten-free options
LunchDinnerItalianPizzaDeliveryTake AwayKid Friendly
Expect delicious pies that stay hot and tasty on the way home, with standout options that leave you craving more.

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Jose Flores
Jose Flores
Food was excellent! Ready on time and still nice and hot when we got it home. We ordered regular crust and a gluten free pizza. The gluten free pizza was the BEST GLUTEN FREE PIZZA I HAVE EVER HAD, sure wish we had a Scornovacca's back in California.

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Fresh Mediterranean Express

15 NE Carefree Ln, Waukee, IA 50263, USA
Gluten-free options
LunchDinnerMediterraneanGrab & GoTake AwayOutdoor SeatingKid FriendlyRestaurant

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Emily Lyons
Emily Lyons
The best falafel - and it's gluten-free! Try the spicy peanut sauce, it's delicious.

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