Looking for gluten-free-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Al's Dairy Freeze, Nightingale Cocktail and Crème Cupcake, ranked by diner ratings among restaurants whose current menus carry gluten-free-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Des Moines's Affordable Gluten Free Destinations
Discover a wealth of budget-friendly dining options across Des Moines that cater specifically to gluten-free lifestyles without sacrificing flavor or variety. This curated selection spans everything from classic American comfort food at spots like G. Mig's 5th Street Pub and Simon's to upscale steakhouse experiences at Trostel's Greenbriar. Whether you are craving fresh catches from Waterfront Seafood Market, authentic flavors from Cheng's Garden, or a sweet treat from Crème Cupcake, these local favorites ensure every diner finds something delicious. Explore a diverse culinary landscape where Japanese, Thai, and traditional pub fare come together to provide safe and accessible meals for everyone in the city.
30 restaurants in Best Affordable Gluten Free Restaurants in Des Moines | Affordable & Gluten Free
- Al's Dairy Freeze · rated 4/5: 14 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Nightingale Cocktail · rated 4/5: 6 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Crème Cupcake · rated 4/5: 4 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- The Green Olive: 19 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Skip's: 14 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Iowa Beef Steakhouse: 10 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- 801 Chophouse: 10 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- Rolling Wok Cafe: 10 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- W-Tao Sushi: 9 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Clyde's Fine Diner: 8 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Friedrichs Coffee: 8 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Tasty Tacos: 8 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Waterfront Seafood Market: 7 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Seafood.
- Sakari Sushi Lounge: 7 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Prime and Providence: 6 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- Palmer's Deli: 6 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Old West: 6 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Palmer's Deli & Market: 6 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Urban Cellar: 6 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Monterrey Mexican Restaurant: 6 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Johnny's Italian Steakhouse: 6 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- Scooter's Coffee: 6 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Motley School Tavern: 5 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- De Rice: 5 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Simon's: 4 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Cheng's Garden: 4 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Tom Archer's: 4 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Z'Mariks Noodle Cafe: 4 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Blue Shark Ale House: 3 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Thai Flavors Restaraunt: 3 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Thai.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
