If you or someone in your family has food allergies, going out to eat can be stressful. Even if a restaurant says their food is free of the allergen, you worry about cross-contamination, hidden ingredients, and if the person taking your order really takes your concerns seriously.
Fortunately, some restaurants do a really good job at catering to their customers with food allergies. These are the top five allergy-friendly fast food chains, recommended by those who feel safe eating there.
- Red Robin - Thanks to their allergy-friendly menu, this chain tops a lot of people’s list. A reviewer on the food allergy app Spokin praises Red Robin staff for explaining their procedures and says the food even came with a little flag indicating it was gluten-free and handled with allergy protocol. The chain uses dedicated gluten-free fryers, has gluten-free seasoning and a gluten-free bun.
- MOD Pizza - Fans of this chain love their “super helpful” online allergen chart that includes a full list of their ingredients. They also offer two gluten-free crust options, one of which is free of the top nine allergens.
- In-N-Out Burger - This chain’s allergen information says their food doesn’t contain peanuts, tree nuts, sesame, shellfish or fish. While they don’t have a gluten-free bun yet, they do have a dedicated fryer used for fries, which are cooked in 100% sunflower oil.
- Mellow Mushroom - With more than 170 locations, this pizza chain is loved by those with food allergies for their vegan and gluten-free options.
- Chipotle - Customers can customize each order and watch the food being prepared, plus their menu contains no peanuts, mustard, sesame, shellfish, fish or eggs, except at the locations that serve breakfast.
Source: The Takeout
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