Then go to Texas Roadhouse Janet. Would have thought that would be universal. 1 serving (35g) Nutrition Facts. Donna, the FAQ on their site (the link is in the blog entry) addresses dairy and gluten too. They would blow across the sidewalk where my anaphylactic son would have to wade through them to get to class. "We started talking about how the internet treats when someone dies specifically, we were thinking about fictional characters, [like when] Iron Man died," Pierantozzi said, referring to the death of the Marvel character in last year's "Avengers: Endgame.". Five Guys notes the use of peanut oil on its menu, but the boxes overflowing with peanuts are much harder to ignore. 5 Guys has decided not to even try, and at least theyre up front about it. Each fast food joint makes them differently. Thankfully, we are in a country where capitalism makes it possible to have something for everyone!!! I also think with an increase in takeaways through services like Deliveroo the allergen warning should be clear on that and try and educate people who want to eat it at their desk in the office that they should check people in the near area dont have peanut allergies. another is inhalation type, so she only needs to SMELL any peanut product and she has a reaction. They even ask you not to take Peanuts outside. Many vegetable oils contain soybean oil as a part of their blend. Thats capitalism. I definitely feel sorry for those of you with a peanut allergy, but Im gluten intolerant and I give kudos to Five Guys (in Austin, TX) because its one of the few places I can go to and order a burger without a bun and fries and not worry about getting glutened. That is why giving out free peanuts as a snack option can help to keep customers happy while they wait in line. There are eight different burgers plus the option to add up to 15 different free toppings sandwiches, hot dogs, and two different kinds of fries. I was amazed when I saw all the peanut warnings but liked that they said the only gluten in the store was the buns. Sign up for blog alerts today! Five Guys regular size fry, which is probably the most commonly ordered, weighs in at 953 calories and 41 grams of fat. My son took it (Ok hes 12 and should know better), but then another friend said, hey Brett, they cook their fries in peanut oil. Brett dropped the fry and learned an important lesson. There were bags of peanuts stacked everywhere. Theres something distinct about their fries, and besides the fresh ingredients use every day, I truly believe the peanut oil adds to the unique taste. WebCheck out the Five Guys menu. Hi there, For instance everything I eat at Subway it causes intestinal distress within 5 minutes of finishing eating. As Mashed reports, there's a clever reason behind this baffling business tactic. We want to hear from you. In fact, I personally agree with those who suggest that Five Guys should do whatever they want, and I applaud the chain for trying to be upfront about their peanut fetish. Well have to do without our Five Guys burgers and theyll have to do without our dollars. Kelly I had no idea. My thoughts they REALLY dont care to serve ALL people with knowing how widespread and growing peanut allergies are to kids and adults. Burgers and Peanuts ARE Five Guys. Im glad they post their info but what Jen said is really scary!! Subway is some of the lowest quality food available in the US anyway. My daughter has a peanut allergy, so I wont be taking her to Five Guys for sure. It is called sacrifice. So long as they properly warn of the peanut use. Just walking in and waiting in line for a couple of minutes caused my eyes and face to swell up. As it would turn out, though, that may not be such a good idea. And warnings posted throughout their restaurant. On a side note, I was told by her allergist that people with peanut allergies can *usually* have foods cooked in peanut oil (by large chain companies that use good quality peanut oil). Giving people free food is an easy way to keep them happy, but that still doesn't explain why Five Guys chooses peanuts over something friendlier to people with allergies. Last week I decided to get lunch there. I had a feeling it was mine. This might mean it takes longer to cook, but it also ensures that the meat stays juicer. Im another person with Celiac that cant have gluten containing foods. Achievement Unlocked: Darwin Award Nominee! Dont feel left out, there are better burger joints that are much more allergy friendly. The rest of the world should not change things to suit you, PERIOD. And lastly, the phone number is also included on every listing, so she could have called in advance with the key questions we all have to ask before dining at a new restaurant. Very likely cross contaminated according to the lady behind the till. I walked in to a Five Guys as my other half suggested it. Enhanced Safety: We still have peanuts available at our restaurants and we no longer keep them out in the public dining area. So cry me a river! With more than 250,000 ways to customize your burger and more than 1,000 milkshake combinations, your And again, the core AllergyEats site is a great resource to start your restaurant research. Drinks. If I walked in to Five Guys with my peanut allergic son we would have turned right around and left. I personally would call them 5 GUYS and NUTS! And, 5 Guys makes a nice lettuce wrap for those who have gluten allergies/gluten sensitivities. There are plenty of other options out there. So youre right, our ENTIRE food allergy community needs to stay together. Mr. Peanut's social channels have been renamed with "The Estate of Mr. Peanut" with a graphic of a crying monocle, and his Twitter account asked users to "pay respects" with the hashtag, #RIPeanut. They have been quite successful thus far even though you seem to think so many people have peanut allergies. In that case, so many people dont either. BUT what happened to my son is an important lesson. But unlike whole peanuts, it's much easier for someone to accidentally eat a french fry fried in peanut oil without realizing it. First of all, it is quite bizarre to say you never ever had peanuts in your life. The only thing that make sense if you never had peanuts is if you Im in Northern Virginia, where Five Guys originated, so Ive been around the restaurant for quite awhile. Our allergist explained the process of how they make the peanut oil and that since they remove the protein there are many people who can still have food cooked in it and not cause a reaction. Im very sensitive to soy and so avoid the oil also just in case, but I have accidentally ingested it on occasion, sometimes with ill effect, and sometimes with none. Five Guys Menu. Of course, some brands have gone the death route for the Super Bowl and failed, the Wall Street Journal's CMO Today pointed out Thursday morning. Have you been to a Five Guys Burgers and Fries? Further, we must ask these same questions again and again at those restaurants we typically dine at! that is the best way to be safe. Theyre obviously doing something right, because theyre growing and thriving. Please dont take the anti-peanut thing as my saying to elliminate them completely. I personally think that something with such a huge reliance on what is one of the top life threatening food allergens out there should have better signage, and be very clear that this is not the right place for people with peanut allergies to come. Tanya When a Five Guys opened next door to my son`s martial arts gym, I stopped in to check it out. Fortunately, I did notice the peanut oil sign on the menu and could not believe it! Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. "When Iron Man died, we saw an incredible reaction on Twitter and on social media. Is it just peanut oil or some other peanut related ritual? Dogs. Because the number of people with peanut allergies is less tan 1% of the population, the number of allergic people who will die just seeing a peanu I love the fact that Five Guys uses peanut oil!!! Its scary. Why wouldnt you do your research before you sent someone with allergies to a restaurant??????? So am I. Unfortunately, my own sister recently plopped a plate of brownies with what looked like peanut butter chips in them. They even ask you not to take Peanuts outside. Turn back the clocks to the 80s and prior, all this complaining was unheard of. I will not be back and was not impressed at all. I mean, I never thought about clover like that. Peanut oil is a great healthier alternative for my other kids. Rest in pieces, Mr. Peanut. Places like Red Robin get our business because they go so far out of the way to feed my child safely. For people with peanut allergies, every Five Guys location in the U.S. is a health hazard; the burger chain even posts signs in its windows saying as much. Im certainly not an allergist, but I personally wouldnt take the chance (unless the Drs office wants me eating fries there in a food challenge). Janessa There is a peanut warning posted on their front door According to The Daily Meal, the reason Five Guys prohibits removing peanuts from the premises is to ensure that no one with a peanut allergy comes into contact with them. I heard theyre not so great anyway. I still havent made it to the new restaurant, but I did get a taste of Five Guys Burgers from an article in the Norwell (MA) Mariner and realize my children wont be coming with me. "It was in the language of something people already understood in the world of Twitter and in the world of Facebook. From now on, he can stick to Unos and other allergy-friendly restaurants. While you may think Five Guys is being too cautious, the burger chain is indeed a big risk for those allergic to peanuts or peanut-based products. I did. There are some, such as author and speakerStan Phelps, that have criticized Five Guys for still continuing to offer peanuts when they know the risks, and a Change.org petition was created to try and convince the chain to make their restaurants more hospitable to those with food allergies. None in the home. A 2017 case involving a 23-year-old man dying from an allergic reaction after eating Five Guys (as noted byAllergic Living) perhaps only added to the increased concern in the already peanut-filled restaurant. Then, we recently learned about the sesame seed/peanut/tree nut relationship. Its not easy, esp in a social setting, like when they are with peers. Kristen Great article! 5 Guys opened in my area in the last 2 years and researched before going there. For those of you that have nut allergies, obviously you cant prove or disprove this. This is the most important takeaway. It caused a reaction bc clover is a legume. There should be a large sign with large print saying WARNING: NUT ALLERGY SUFFERERS: ENTER AT YOUR OWN RISK: WE COOK WITH PEANUT OIL AND THERE ARE NUTS EVERYWHERE!! All Rights Reserved. As with all eating establishments, I inform them of my allergy and specifically what I am allergic to as bun and explain what it will do to me. What's funny is I'm deathly allergic to peanuts as well, but only if I ingest them. The manager was nice but recommended I not feed my son anything from their menu. Five Guys might be known for its burgers, but its just as famous for its french fries. It is MY job to make sure my child eats a safe meal. We all have to do it at times. Five Guys has become one of my fav. In terms of the parsing out of information and the phony "leak" of the Super Bowl ad that transpired on Tuesday, Pierantozzi said, "We're trying to keep this as close to reality as possible. 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