1. Phoenix
Jewel’s Café
It’s a GF carb lovers’ dream at this Arcadia spot, where you can order waffles, doughnut holes, biscuits, cinnamon rolls and more, all sans wheat. Great dairy-free and vegan menus, too. 4041 E. Thomas Rd., 602-714-5243, jewelsgfcafemenu.com
2. Scottsdale
Gluten-Free Creations Bakery
A celiac diagnosis needn’t snuff your sweet tooth. This retail and wholesale bakery offers brownies, cookies, doughnuts, scones, cupcakes and even a proprietary pancake mix. Two locations, glutenfreecreations.com
3. West Valley
Picazzo’s Healthy Italian Kitchen
Crisp yet chewy pizza crust, pillowy cheese bread and tender focaccia are draws at this Italian café. Tasty tiramisu, too – the only gluten-free version in Arizona. Five locations, picazzos.com
4. East Valley
Cherish Farm Fresh Eatery
Sandwiches, tacos and grain bowls headline the menu at Cherish, which caters to folks with GF, keto, Paleo and dairy-free diets. More luxurious: braised short ribs and grilled sea bass. 2551 W. Queen Creek Rd., Chandler, 480-350-7245, cherishrestaurant.com
