For gluten-free baked goods and meals in Grand Rapids, MI, Rise Authentic Baking Co. and Papa Chops Eatery offer two distinct choices. Rise, at 1220 Fulton St W, makes vegan, gluten-free, soy-free and dye-free baked goods entirely from scratch. Its espresso bar also serves tea, matcha and hojicha, while custom-order cakes and event catering extend its offerings beyond a breakfast visit. Papa Chops, at 2222 28th St SE, offers gluten-free options across pizza, burgers, salads and wraps, with counter service, outdoor seating, delivery and a drive-through.
The ratings provide a concrete comparison: Rise has 4.6 stars from 797 Google reviews, while Papa Chops has 4.7 from 700. Their schedules serve different plans, too. Rise opens at 7 a.m. on weekdays and 8 a.m. on weekends, closing at 5 p.m. and 4 p.m., respectively. Papa Chops stays open until 8 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, making it the dinner choice between the two.
Both provide free lot and street parking, plus wheelchair-accessible entrances, parking, restrooms and seating. For a morning pastry and coffee, a custom cake, or a sit-down lunch or dinner, these practical differences make choosing a gluten-free stop in Grand Rapids, MI straightforward.
4.6(797)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 797 reviews (Google rating)
gluten-free spot · $$
Open now · closes 5:00 PM
Rise Authentic Baking Co. is a women-owned small business and dessert spot at 1220 Fulton St W in Grand Rapids, MI. Its baked goods are vegan, gluten-free, soy-free and dye-free, with an emphasis on serving allergy-conscious customers as well as everyday visitors. The business says all products are made entirely from scratch. Alongside baked goods, a full espresso bar serves espresso drinks, tea, matcha and hojicha, and breakfast is available.
Customers can dine in, shop in store or order takeout; delivery is not offered. Rise also accepts custom orders for cakes, pastries and savory items, and caters weddings and events of all sizes. Free lot and street parking are available, along with wheelchair-accessible parking, an entrance, seating and a restroom. Other amenities include Wi-Fi and a unisex restroom. The business identifies as LGBTQ-welcoming and a transgender safe space. Its listed Google rating is 4.6 from 797 reviews.
4.5(718)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 718 reviews (Google rating)
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Open now · closes 4:00 PM
That Early Bird is a contemporary café at 1445 Lake Dr SE in Grand Rapids, MI, with low-key decor and dishes described as having an international twist. Listed as a gluten-free spot, it also serves vegan and vegetarian options, comfort food, and healthy and organic offerings. Coffee and tea are noted highlights. The café serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and dessert, with breakfast and lunch among its popular uses.
The casual, cozy setting accommodates solo diners, people working on laptops, families, and groups. Wi-Fi and high chairs are available, and dogs are allowed in the outdoor seating area. Guests can dine in, order takeout, or use delivery; the café does not offer table service or accept reservations. Accessibility features include a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, seating, and restroom. Both free and paid street parking are listed. That Early Bird has a Google rating of 4.5 from 718 reviews.
4.7(708)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 708 reviews (Google rating)
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Open now · closes 3:00 PM
Field & Fire Cafe serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch at 820 Monroe Ave NW #100 in the North Monroe district of downtown Grand Rapids, MI. Its cooking focuses on local, organic ingredients and dishes made from scratch, alongside handmade breads, pastries, and coffee drinks. Naturally leavened, whole-grain products are part of its baking approach, and the cafe describes sustainable farming and slow food practices as guiding priorities. Vegan and vegetarian offerings are available, as are small plates, comfort food, and desserts.
The setting is casual and cozy, with seating for dine-in visits and takeout available. Wi-Fi and suitability for laptop work make it an option for working over coffee or a meal, while a children’s menu and high chairs accommodate families. Dogs are allowed outside. The entrance, parking, restroom, and seating are wheelchair accessible. Free and paid parking options include both lots and street spaces. The cafe does not accept reservations or offer table service.
4.7(700)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 700 reviews (Google rating)
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Closed today
Papa Chops Eatery is a gluten-free spot at 2222 28th St SE in Grand Rapids, MI, with a menu that includes gluten-free pizza, burgers, salads, and wraps. Its offerings span comfort food, small plates, and healthier options, with vegan and vegetarian choices also available. The eatery serves lunch, dinner, dessert, and coffee, and is listed as popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining. Google lists a 4.7 rating from 700 reviews.
The setting is casual and quiet, with counter service rather than table service. Guests can dine inside or use outdoor seating, where dogs are allowed. Takeout, delivery, no-contact delivery, and a drive-through provide other ways to order. Families have access to high chairs and a children’s menu, while groups are welcome. The business is LGBTQ-welcoming and listed as a transgender safe space. Wheelchair-accessible features include the entrance, parking, restroom, and seating. Free lot and street parking are available; reservations are not accepted.
4.8(474)· Google4.8 out of 5 from 474 reviews (Google rating)
gluten-free spot · $$
Open now · closes 6:00 PM
Le Bon Macaron is a dessert spot at 951 Cherry St SE in Grand Rapids, MI, with French macarons at the center of its offerings. The business dates to 2010 and describes a range of more than 100 macaron flavors. The Grand Rapids, MI cafe is one of three Michigan locations, alongside Ann Arbor and Holland. Its Google listing has a 4.8 rating from 474 reviews.
The cafe’s drinks include French press coffee, espresso, Sloane Fine Tea, and lattes flavored with its own syrups. French sodas are made with its own fruit puree, giving the beverage selection options beyond coffee and tea. For a quick visit, the location offers takeout as well as on-site service; delivery is also available. The entrance is wheelchair accessible, and paid street parking is listed. Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments are accepted.
4.6(386)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 386 reviews (Google rating)
gluten-free spot · $$
Open now · closes 7:00 PM
Nantucket Baking Company - Lyon St is a neighborhood bakeshop at 615 Lyon St NE in Grand Rapids, MI. Its offerings include artisanal breads, pastries, pizza and cakes, so the selection extends beyond the business’s dessert-spot category. The provided description characterizes the shop as cheerful, with a rustic space. Breakfast is available, and the business has a Google rating of 4.6 from 386 reviews.
This location is listed as suitable for a quick visit, with takeout available but no dine-in service or delivery. Parking options include free lot parking, free street parking and paid lot parking. The entrance and designated parking are wheelchair accessible, though no restroom is listed as available. Customers can pay by credit card, debit card or NFC mobile payment. For those planning a stop, the key distinction is that this is a takeout option for baked goods and breakfast rather than a place to sit down for a meal.
