Looking for dairy-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 dairy-free-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Des Moines's Cheap Dairy Free Destinations
Discover a wealth of budget-friendly, dairy-free dining options tucked away in the heart of Des Moines. This curated selection spans a vibrant range of flavors, from classic American pub fare at The Station on Ingersoll to authentic Thai spices at Thai Flavors Ingersoll and fresh catches from Waterfront Seafood Market. Whether you are craving a slice from Dough Co Pizza, traditional Chinese dishes from Cheng's Garden, or a sweet treat from Mi Casa Cake Shop, these local favorites ensure you can enjoy a delicious meal without the dairy or the high price tag.
30 restaurants in Best Cheap Dairy Free Restaurants in Des Moines | Cheap & Dairy Free
- Al's Dairy Freeze · rated 4/5: 17 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Nightingale Cocktail · rated 4/5: 10 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Crème Cupcake · rated 4/5: 6 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- The Station on Ingersoll · rated 4/5: 5 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- G. Mig's 5th Street Pub · rated 4/5: 4 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Mi Casa Cake Shop · rated 3/5: 11 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- The Green Olive: 42 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Tasty Tacos: 22 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Skip's: 20 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- El Bait Shop: 19 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- W-Tao Sushi: 17 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- De Rice: 17 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Z'Mariks Noodle Cafe: 13 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Rolling Wok Cafe: 13 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Clyde's Fine Diner: 12 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Iowa Beef Steakhouse: 11 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- 801 Chophouse: 11 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- Gameday: 9 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Scooter's Coffee: 9 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Motley School Tavern: 8 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Palmer's Deli: 8 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Sakari Sushi Lounge: 8 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Friedrichs Coffee: 8 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Palmer's Deli & Market: 8 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Urban Cellar: 8 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Prime and Providence: 7 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- Either/Or: 7 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- South Union Bread Cafe: 7 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Monterrey Mexican Restaurant: 7 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Johnny's Italian Steakhouse: 7 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
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.
