Scenic Route Bakery – American
The air at Scenic Route Bakery is thick with the comforting perfume of buttery, golden-brown pastries and the deep, roasted notes of freshly brewed Tugboat coffee. Sunlight dances across display cases brimming with artisanal sweets and flaky croissants, inviting guests to linger over a velvety espresso or a wholesome, savory lunch. This charming sanctuary celebrates the slow art of baking, offering a warm, inviting pause that encourages you to savor the journey one bite at a time.
350, East Locust Street, Des Moines, IA, 50309 +15152880004 https://scenicroutebakerydsm.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Scenic Route Bakery
Dairy-Free at Scenic Route Bakery
Scenic Route Bakery in Des Moines has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lunch Menu Item and Sweets. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Scenic Route Bakery
Scenic Route Bakery in Des Moines has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Lunch Menu Item. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Scenic Route Bakery
Scenic Route Bakery in Des Moines has 4 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lunch Menu Item, Sweets and Assorted Pastries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Scenic Route Bakery
Scenic Route Bakery in Des Moines has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Tugboat Drip Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Scenic Route Bakery
Scenic Route Bakery in Des Moines has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Tugboat Drip Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Scenic Route Bakery
Scenic Route Bakery in Des Moines has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sweets and Tugboat Drip Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Scenic Route Bakery
Scenic Route Bakery in Des Moines has 2 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sweets and Tugboat Drip Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Scenic Route Bakery
Scenic Route Bakery in Des Moines has 2 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sweets and Tugboat Drip Coffee. 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 Scenic Route Bakery
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Lunch Menu Item | 59.9 g | 22.4 g |
| Whole Bean Coffee | 17.9 g | 8.8 g |
| Espresso Drinks | 54.1 g | 4 g |
| Tugboat Drip Coffee | 0 g | 0.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Bakery and Pastries
Freshly baked goods available daily.
- Assorted Pastries: Selection of daily baked pastries Dietary tags: Halal Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Sweets: Various bakery sweets and treats Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic
Coffee and Espresso
Full speed espresso bar and drip coffee.
- Tugboat Drip Coffee: Freshly brewed Tugboat coffee Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Espresso Drinks: Handcrafted espresso beverages
- Whole Bean Coffee: Tugboat whole bean coffee for home brewing
Lunch
Lunch served daily from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
- Lunch Menu Item: Daily lunch selection (available 11am-3pm) Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Scenic Route Bakery
- Is Scenic Route Bakery dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Scenic Route Bakery has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lunch Menu Item and Sweets.
- What can I eat at Scenic Route Bakery on a dairy-free diet?
- Lunch Menu Item and Sweets carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Scenic Route Bakery have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Sweets and Tugboat Drip Coffee.
- Is Scenic Route Bakery gluten-free?
- 1 dish is 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 Scenic Route Bakery?
- Lunch Menu Item, at roughly 22.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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