Crepes de Luxe Cafe

This is a place I loved before needing to eat gluten free and I finally decided to try their gluten free version! It was so delicious!! I went first thing when they opened, so nothing was contaminated yet. They did seem very knowledgeable, though, and I felt safe eating there. The website says to call ahead for gf, but that is outdated, and I was told they always have gf batter.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for lunch

They can make almost any crepe gluten free!! Just ask their employee and he’ll help you. They taste amazing as well, if you have a sweet tooth I recommend the Valentin it’s so delicious!!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

This is such a cute little place. They got lots of different crepes. All can be made gf with their gf batter except for 1 of them.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Offers outdoor seating

Although there was a bit of a wait, it was totally worth the time. The menu is simple but the food is amazing! I wish I’d found this place sooner!!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

There are very few seats to expect a wait. But it is worth it gluten-free crepes are the best I have had in America. I ordered the valentine and it was exquisite. Definitely best breakfast place for gluten free

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Dog friendly
• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegetarian options
• Good with other allergies

I have been here twice now and both times have been amazing! I’m pretty sensitive and have not been glutened. I think everything or almost everything on the menu can be made with gluten free batter and the only crepe I think you would have to modify is the s’mores one (just needs no Graham crackers). I have had herb chicken, L’Ocean, and La Reve. I will definitely be coming back again!

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

One of my favorite places to eat! I have been here on numerous occasions and never had a problem. The staff is very friendly and the crepes are filling, it is a small place downtown and they have somewhat odd hours so I’d recommend checking that they are open before going, but if you are looking for a tasty treat this is the place to go!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout

Food was amazing. The owners were also amazing. Great conversation, friendly, knowledgeable. If we lived in Iowa City, this would be a go to for us.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

The menu isn't clear, but order the gluten-free crepes, not the buckwheat crepes. The batters are different, and they don't try to make the buckwheat crepes GF. They do clean the griddles before cooking GF crepes. Everything I've had here has been excellent.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Not recommended for Celiacs or people with an allergy. Crepes are delicious and I really wish they would be more careful. I ate there twice but got sick the second time. I think the chef used the same spatula on my GF crepe as on the regular one he was making the same time. Also, I don't think the griddles can be thoroughly cleaned.

Sorry Crepes de Luxe, I don't recommend you.

Celiac friendly?

No

Multiple reviews say it's gluten free and celiac friendly. But griddle used is same which clearly cross contamination. Tested it with Nima gluten sensor and showed low gluten. My advice would be to avoid this place for people with celiac disease.

Celiac friendly?

No

excellent gluten free option for lunch or dinner as well as dessert crepes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Delicious crepes. Excellent gluten free batter. They cleaned the griddle and changed utensils and gloves which is important for true celiac (we just deal with gluten sensitivity).

Celiac friendly?

Yes

It was easy to eat gluten free here. It is wise to call ahead if you are planning to eat GF here, as it does take some time to prepare for it, but I wouldn't say it took more than 10 or 15 minutes total. Very tasty and safe.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Absolutely delicious! It is a challenge to find GF crepes but this place has it down! You can watch your food being made and the chef cleans the entire working surface before making GF crepes and doesn't cook wheat crepes right next to yours.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Great options, knowledgeable staff:) the food was amazingly tasteful! I had the Herb Chicken and Crepe du Chef!!! I will definitely eat here again!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Love this place. Great food.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

We had a fabulous birthday dinner here for my wife. The café is intimate and warm. The chef and his server we're inviting as we arrived. They were more than accommodating when we asked for gluten-free crepes and they were fabulous, both savory and sweet. I can't not highly recommend this out of the way jewel!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

We so enjoyed delicious healthy crepes! We watched as they were made :D The owner is very conscious of gluten allergies and cross contamination! He made the crepes into a piece of art!

Really great food! We were just there and the owner told us that if you're wanting a gf crepe, it's best to call ahead and let them know. They have to make the batter and it's best if it sits out an hour or so. The creeps are so wonderful!

Amazing food. All crepes can be made gluten-free. You can watch the chef prepare your meal. Great atmosphere and value!