The Cafe

3 recent ratings
$$ • Cafe
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
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2 ratings

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2616 Northridge Pkwy
Ames, IA 50010

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Celiac

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Only a few gf options but can make some salads gluten free. Waiter was very uneducated about gluten options and what contained gluten. She tried offering me sides that contained gluten and I had to correct her and ask specifc questions about the food to really ensure I wasn’t about to get gluten. I subbed a soup for the chips and asked for no bread on top of my salad but it came out w a whole slice of bread covering my salad, contaminating it and bread around the soup. Don’t recommend here at all.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

Updated 3 months ago read full review

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No gluten free menu. Offer only salad and meat nothing else.

Safety


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

— Not at all

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

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

— Poor

Updated 3 months ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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Options are limited. I’ve had ok experiences here. I haven’t been glutened that I’m aware of, but I’m always disappointed that there is usually only a few things to choose from (such as salads) and I’m not confident they are as careful as they could be. It is a bakery, but I do think they could take some more precautions!

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much

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

— Good

Updated 11 months ago read full review

This establishment is NOT a dedicated gluten-free facility and may not be safe for those with celiac disease. Please contact the establishment directly to inquire about safety precautions.

Gluten-Free Features

  • Gluten-Free Menu

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  • Cafe

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Celiac

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There is no GF menu and nothing on the regular menu to denote any dietary considerations - vegan, GF, etc. I found a salad and asked the waitress to double check with the kitchen on a marinade and overheard the cooks response: they can’t guarantee anything and it’s eat at your own risk. This used to be my favorite restaurant, hands down. Since being diagnosed I’ve found it is very difficult to navigate.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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I used to love the cafe before being diagnosed. However their gluten free menu is not very extensive mostly salads (with lots of potentially cross contaminated items like nuts or dressing) and bunless burgers. For a fancy place, I was shocked they didn't have more options available.

Celiac friendly?

No

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Celiac

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The Cafe is my favorite restaurant. Super sensitive celiac and never have had a problem. Staff is usually very good. GF menu for lunch and dinner, not brunch. Just ask:) BEST FOOD EVER

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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Staff was unaware of what was gluten free on their brunch menu. They said grits and oatmeal were okay (not okay for celiacs!) I had them double check with the chef and still got sick. Their gluten free menu is not safe from cross contamination and staff is not knowledgeable.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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The Cafe has a gluten free menu. However, their menu rotates about every month so be sure to call ahead to find out exactly what is on the menu. For example, pulled pork is only offered in the summer. Overall The Cafe has great home-style food.

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Great food. Love that even with a rotating menu they always have several gf options. I just wish they put their gf menu online.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

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Updated 11 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Manager Nicki is so great at helping guide choices for not only gluten free, but dairy free also. The food is fresh and always cooked to perfection!

Updated 11 years ago read full review

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