Rolling Wok Cafe – Chinese
The air at Rolling Wok Cafe hums with the rhythmic sizzle of the wok and the savory aroma of golden-fried treasures, inviting guests into a lively space where comfort food takes center stage. From the satisfying crunch of hand-rolled spring rolls to the tender, glazed richness of pork riblets and "heavenly" beef jerky, every dish celebrates bold, nostalgic flavors designed for sharing. It is a neighborhood gem where the simple joy of a perfectly crisped pot sticker or a creamy crab rangoon turns a casual meal into a soulful, sensory feast.
1534, East Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50316 +15152663787 https://www.rollingwokcafe.com/0Cuisine: Chinese
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, glp1, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Rolling Wok Cafe
Dairy-Free at Rolling Wok Cafe
Rolling Wok Cafe in Des Moines has 13 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Combo Spring Rolls, Lao Spicy Sausage and Pork Riblets. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Rolling Wok Cafe
Rolling Wok Cafe in Des Moines has 10 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lao Spicy Sausage, Pork Riblets and Gizzards. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Rolling Wok Cafe
Rolling Wok Cafe in Des Moines has 12 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tom Yum Seafood (Small), Combo Spring Rolls and Crab Rangoon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Rolling Wok Cafe
Rolling Wok Cafe in Des Moines has 6 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Crab Rangoon, Pho Special and Pork Riblets. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Rolling Wok Cafe
Rolling Wok Cafe in Des Moines has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tom Yum Seafood (Small), Pork Riblets and Chicken Wings. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Rolling Wok Cafe
Rolling Wok Cafe in Des Moines has 6 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tom Yum Seafood (Small), Pork Riblets and Pot Stickers. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Rolling Wok Cafe
Rolling Wok Cafe in Des Moines has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pork Riblets and Chicken Wings. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Rolling Wok Cafe
Rolling Wok Cafe in Des Moines has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Combo Spring Rolls, Dipping Bread (Patong Ko) and Sticky Rice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Rolling Wok Cafe
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Wings | 1.4 g | 57.1 g |
| Pork Riblets | 1.4 g | 45.8 g |
| Triple Delight Seafood | 1.5 g | 45.8 g |
| Pho Special | 0.2 g | 45.7 g |
| Tom Kha Gai (Small) | 16.7 g | 32.2 g |
| Hot & Sour Soup (Small) | 67.5 g | 19.4 g |
| Crab Rangoon | 17 g | 18.4 g |
| Tom Yum Meat Choice (Small) | 24.7 g | 18.3 g |
| Combo Spring Rolls | 12.2 g | 13.9 g |
| Spring Rolls | 27 g | 13.4 g |
| Tom Yum Seafood (Small) | 5.4 g | 11.7 g |
| Laap Chicken | 20 g | 7.8 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Egg Rolls - $4.5: Pork (2) or Veggie (4) Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Rangoon - $5.5: 4 Pieces Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spring Rolls - $5.5: Shrimp or Pork, 2 Pieces Available at: dinner, lunch
- Combo Spring Rolls - $6.5: 2 Pieces Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pot Stickers - $6.99: 6 Pieces Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Wings - $9.99: 6 Pieces Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Riblets - $8.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Heavenly Beef Jerky - $8.99 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp in a Blanket - $8.5: Jumbo Shrimp, 4 Pieces Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gizzards - $8.5 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stir Fried Gizzards - $11.99: With steamed rice Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups
- Egg Drop Soup (Small) - $4.5 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot & Sour Soup (Small) - $5.5 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tom Kha Gai (Small) - $6.5: Coconut milk soup with chicken, mushroom, onions, bell peppers, galanga, and lime Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Khang Khao Lau (Small) - $6.5: Beef broth served with meatballs, rare beef, brisket, tomatoes, and bean sprouts Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tom Yum Meat Choice (Small) - $6.5: Hot and sour Thai soup mixed with bell peppers, white onions, mushrooms, tomatoes, carrots, and bamboo Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tom Yum Seafood (Small) - $7.99 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kow Piek Sen Chicken - $13.5: Chicken noodle soup Available at: dinner, lunch
- Millionaire Kow Piek Sen - $15.5: Shrimp, Shrimp Balls, Squid, and BBQ Pork Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Triple Delight Seafood - $15.99: Shrimp, squid, crabmeat and vegetables in white sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Halal, Pescatarian, GLP-1, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Rice - $9.5: With eggs, peas, and carrots Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lo Mein Noodles - $9.5: Egg noodles with green onions, white onions, carrots and cabbage Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Angry Catfish (House Brown Sauce) - $17.99: Whole catfish in a sweet, sour, salty, savory, and spicy sauce with fresh cilantro and green onion Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Angry Catfish (Three Flavor Lemon Sauce) - $15.99: Whole catfish with stir-fried vegetables in a house-special chili sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Laap Beef - $15.99: Minced beef mixed with fresh herbs, served with sticky rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Laap Chicken - $14.99: Minced chicken mixed with fresh herbs, served with sticky rice Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pho Special - $12.99: Combination of meatball, steak, brisket Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet and Sour Chicken - $13.5: With fried bell peppers, white onions, and carrots Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Sticky Rice - $4: With hot dipping sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dipping Bread (Patong Ko) - $1.75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast
- Lao Spicy Sausage - $8.99 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Pepsi - $2
- Thai Iced Tea - $4.5
- Vietnamese Iced Coffee - $4.5: With condensed milk
- Mango Bubble Tea - $4.99
- Coconut Juice - $2.99: Canned Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Rolling Wok Cafe
- Is Rolling Wok Cafe dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Rolling Wok Cafe has 13 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Combo Spring Rolls, Lao Spicy Sausage and Pork Riblets.
- What can I eat at Rolling Wok Cafe on a dairy-free diet?
- Combo Spring Rolls, Lao Spicy Sausage and Pork Riblets carry the dairy-free tag, out of 13 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Rolling Wok Cafe have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Combo Spring Rolls and Dipping Bread (Patong Ko).
- Is Rolling Wok Cafe gluten-free?
- 10 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Rolling Wok Cafe?
- Chicken Wings, at roughly 57.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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