I walked in to a Five Guys as my other half suggested it. Just trying to further add to the info sharing. Like Jen, I watch all my food that is prepared at fast food places bc while Im not allergic, I do have sensitivities to sweet pickles so I never eat pickles out and always ask them to just not give it to me. Five Guys has become one of my fav. Get with the fucking times man, you're missing out. They definitely dont keep it a secret about their peanuts. Five Guys posts a peanut warning on their door which you can clearly see before you enter the restuarant. I am airborne sensitive and would never go into a five guys restaurant. On the rare occasion when I have to walk past one, or when I walk past a re So everyone complaining about Five Guys peanuts just needs to get a grip. Most people with soy allergies can still eat soybean oil (depending on how it is processed or expressed), however she happens to be one of the people who cannot even eat soybean oil in any form. I did see the sign and sice my son has peanut allergy I didnt take him and who never visit ther when he is with me. Almost ALL fast food restaurants are completely OFF LIMITS for me, except for Five Guys. Obviously, theyre OK with that. Learn why Five Guys makes the unhealthiest fries in America. Planters has explained why it killed off Mr. PeanutHere's why, With staples at all-time highs, technician gives his catch-up trade. Nationwide's 2015 ad that showed a boy who had died and could never grow up weirded out viewers. . Its not easy, esp in a social setting, like when they are with peers. There is always a chance for cross contamination, so we advise checking our allergen and ingredients card at the stores location and letting the team know of any allergens or intolerances so they can advise accordingly. Sonic, McDonalds, Burger King, etc. The popularity of Five Guys Menu place is not only due to its delicious burgers and fries but also because it offers one of the best customer service experiences you can have at a fast-food restaurant. Nope. This is a good way to get yourself dead. As with the 50 other questions every week about "can I eat my allergen to cure the allergy", the ans Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. It's such a strange phenomenon," Pierantozzi said. "We did the unthinkable: we created a program and an idea where Mr. Peanut dies, and dies specifically sacrificing himself for his friends, which has always been a tenet of who he is and what he does he always puts others first," Pierantozzi said. Regardless of freedoms, free enterprise, etc. However, we have had a positive experience with Five Guys because the ONLY thing that goes in their oil is the french fries. The world does not revolve around you and this is the least to complain about when it is SO EASY to avoid. I remember doing that with my oldest. I think they should at least have a large sign on the door, like Texas Roadhouse, warning peanut allergic folks not to even come in. There are so many allergy friendly places you can eat. Id *love* to be able to eat out more often than I can, but for now, I make do and make most of my food. Five Guys offers complimentary peanuts to customers as a gesture of hospitality, but the snack sends a very different message to part of the population. The only problem I had was that the customers would eat peanuts on their patio & throw the shells down. Couldnt have said it better. This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. My son was at school lunch when a boy next to him offered him a fry from his left over dinner the night before. There are peanuts all around the store, gallons of peanut oil and, in a kitchen, even if you arent cooking the burgers in peanut oil, there could easily be some peanut oil touching the area where the burger is assembled, accidentally from a splash, a misplaced tool used for the burger prep, etc. Some restaurants dont even know the oil they use. I watched them put all these orders together than saw one was No Bun so took the bun off and reapply the toppings(which they only have shredded lettuce so its a burger patty wrapped in foil with whatever toppings, no leaf lettuce). Our personal preference. Nonsense. WebGet nutrition information for Five Guys items and over 200,000 other foods (including over 3,500 brands). But we watch all of the allergens. BUT what happened to my son is an important lesson. My daughter has a lot of allergies (incl 2 non-top 8) and it was just an example of a food that I could never expect to be eliminated from most environments. Sarah Trust me, you arent missing anything! The potatoes arent fried with anything else so theres no contamination there either. I truly think they are overkilling their idea that they fry items in peanut oil. There's no way you can walk in there and not realize it's a bad place for somebody with a peanut allergy. I personally would call them 5 GUYS and NUTS! That is scary. We encourage fans to tune in to Mr. Peanut's funeral during the third quarter of the Super Bowl to celebrate his life. The meat is cooked on a separate grill from the buns & I can get grilled onions & mushrooms to go along with it as well as all the other fixings youd normally find. WebFive Guys' passion for food is shared with our fans, which is why we never compromise. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. Donna Sooo true my daughter cant eat ice cream but Id never say all ice cream places should close up lolit would be nice if places like Friendlees had other options for dairy allergy family members but they dont so we just stop at Ritas ices on the way . WebCheck out the Five Guys menu. places to eat out because I can get the burger without a bun & theyre very careful not to cross-contaminate. Ill bet in 5-10 years as more and more people become food allergic, they will see there numbers dwindle. The first time I went to one we left our children at home to go Christmas shopping (they are the ones with the food allergies). Its a pity that the Norwell Mariner doesnt post all of their articles online because Laura Anderson wrote an engaging, serious piece about her familys experience (with some appropriate humor thrown in perfectly). The fast-food restaurant, Five Guys Burgers and Fries have been a popular destination for many on the go. We by no means want to exclude guests from our store, but at the same time we would not want to disappoint our peanut eating guests. Mike Pierantozzi, group creative director at Planters' agency VaynerMedia, said that put the agency in the position of needing to come up with something that would top last year. By comparison, Hyundai's teaser on YouTube had about 73,000 views and Olay's had nearly 17,000 Thursday afternoon. I think its crazy and highly entitled for people to think that restaurants should cater to every allergy out there. 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. It was very simple for people to get involved.". Thank goodness for a place like 5 guys since it is one of the only fast food chains left that doesnt use vegetable oil so we are able to go there. People are eating peanuts at every table, there are peanut shells everywhere and there are cases of peanuts stacked along the walls., There were also sacks of potatoes all along the wall, and it turns out that all their handmade, fresh French fries are fried in peanut oil. A fifth brother was born and, as their family grew, so did their On the inside of the restaurant I saw one statement of peanut oil use on the menu above the cashiers. So, while 5 Guys is a nightmare for anyone with a peanut allergy, it is great for my son. Okay according to five guys menu. 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. Click on Comments or Reply below to have your say. I can only imagine the struggles those with a peanut allergy deal with, however, the solution isnt always to have places to switch to something else. I am a mom to peanut/tree nut allergic child and before I go to any new restaurant I always inquire what their policy is towards food allergies. Yes, if you dont know, Five Guys cooks its fries in peanut oil. Instead of cutting corners with cheaper oil, Five Guys refuses to use anything but peanut oil. I did see the warning on the door about peanuts right away. Or if a worker were to make a simple/stupid mistake thats not worth the risk of implementing alternative cooking methods for their fries. Five Guys notes the use of peanut oil on its menu, but the boxes overflowing with peanuts are much harder to ignore. Just trying to share some info as I believe we all are. WebFive Guys has a giant box of free peanuts by the counter. So we left. 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. 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. Fortunately, I did notice the peanut oil sign on the menu and could not believe it! And dont blame Five Guys. When I go out, I can never eat hot dogs or pepperonis because most places uses mechanically separated chicken. I agree that we cant, and shouldnt, expect every restaurant to cater to our community. 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. Once theyre out of the fryer, the fries get exactly 15 shakes before theyre deemed ready to serve. Theres no reason to have peanuts all over, they are doing exactly what they said they try not to exclude a group of people. We obviously dont eat there, but there are lots of places we dont eat! 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). A Five Guys Burgers opened in my area recently. Katie My comment wasnt meant to start a what allergy is the hardest debate. 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. And for me the peanuts add to the fun of Five Guys. 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. I had no idea that a burger restaurant would use peanut oil. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Got a confidential news tip? I don't think they use peanut oil on the burgers or I'd probably be dead. But Pierantozzi says this much is true: "There will be a funeral, and an opportunity for hundreds of millions of people who love Mr. Peanut to pay their respects," he said. The author, Laura Anderson, makes reference twice in this article to her lack of advance research. Turn back the clocks to the 80s and prior, all this complaining was unheard of. I cannot imagine her being fully allergic. Kinda made me uncomfortable but I mean I was high i don't know what to tell ya. People love Five Guys burgers, but not everyone can enjoy their food particularly if they have a peanut allergy. Drinks. Plenty of fast food restaurants do not use peanuts or peanut oil, so go to the myriad of restaurants that dont. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. I have a gluten allergy. Thankfully, we are in a country where capitalism makes it possible to have something for everyone!!! At least then they could cater to more people. It doesnt sound like the author is blameing Five Guys for anything but it does sound like she is irritated. Just walking in and waiting in line for a couple of minutes caused my eyes and face to swell up. I do not begrudge Five Guys for serving peanuts. This might mean it takes longer to cook, but it also ensures that the meat stays juicer. The restaurant doesn't profit off giving snacks away for freeor excluding potential customersbut peanuts have been a fixture of Five Guys for more than two decades. This hands-off approach is meant to ensure the meat stays juicy. I can even bring my own bun if I want to. and from im reading the peanut oil used at five guys should be safe for people with a peanut allergy. 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 if you have an allergy in your family, why dont you educate yourselves!! Sign up for blog alerts today! btw, my oldest girl also has allergies to plantain, melons, dairy, and a long list of other allergens. It would be nice if they offered an alternative for those with nut allergies, but there would be a lot of liability with possibility of cross-containimation. I dont know if this is also the case with peanut oil as I dont personally deal with that allergen. There are so many of them, its not realistic. Anthony, who had allergies to peanuts, milk and eggs as well as asthma, went to a local Five Guys I have seen many people posting that they wish 5 guys used vegetable oil instead of peanut oil. I have had some places tell me to just remove it from the plate. The mother of one of the boys generously offered to take us all out to dinner first at Pizzeria Unos. The other night, my older son invited four of his friends to sleep over. That far north, it gets so cool that the potatoes stop growing at night, creating dense spuds that lend themselves well to fries. I started to stress out massively but as I didnt want to disappoint my other half and son I asked if their burgers had peanut oil. Like Logans, my family, close friends, and myself will support their business. Interesting. A: Our buns contain eggs, soy, dairy and gluten. Once the potatoes are chopped, they dont go straight in the fryer. Unfortunately, my own sister recently plopped a plate of brownies with what looked like peanut butter chips in them. Find menus. Its a terrible allergy to have, and Five Guys is one of the few places I can actually have a full meal and not just fries and fruit like some places. Enhanced Safety: We still have peanuts available at our restaurants and we no longer keep them out in the public dining area. Rest in pieces, Mr. Peanut. As it would turn out, though, that may not be such a good idea. Data is a real-time snapshot *Data is delayed at least 15 minutes. Each fast food joint makes them differently. If it helps at all the burger isnt cooked in the peanut oil, if you tell the cashier about your allergy we'll let the kitchen people know and they'll all change their gloves and make sure your food doesn't go near the fries. Fast food customers used I dont think every thing has to accomadate food allergy suffers they just have to make sure it WELL known if the 8 allergens are present anywhere. They even ask you not to take Peanuts outside. our one girl is also allergic to anything in the legume family, as peanuts are was sitting in the lawn in shorts. Supposedly, highly refined oil has none of the proteins left in it. We live in America where we believe in free enterprise. Im glad they post their info but what Jen said is really scary!! A: We use 100% peanut oil. Every restaurant does not need to accommodate us it is our responsibility to do our due diligence prior to eating anywhere. He said it needs to hit the right note between humor and solemnity. And with our newly re-designed app, you can find restaurants, share results, get directions, see menus, make reservations, and more - all from the road. 5 Guys has actually saved us!! ", "I think they made it really easy for people to get involved with the idea," he said. WebFive Guys was The Place to get a fresh, juicy burger with all the toppings you could stuff between fresh-baked buns. 10718 Richmond Highway, Lorton, VA 22079 USA. Haven't died. In the smallest of print there are warning signs on bags and cans and packages of food stating, This product was made in a plant (on machines) where nuts (dairy etc.) The fries are precooked for a few minutes to get rid of excess water, then set aside until customers are ready for a fresh batch. Back then if you didnt like it, you didnt bother with it. And this is where Five Guys real French fry secret comes in. They even ask you not to take Peanuts outside.. I personally encountered 5 guys in Fort Collins Colorado. Honesty is critical in any food allergy/sensitivity case. But not just any potato and oil will do. https://twitter.com/budweiserusa/status/1220123265257086982?s=20. I have one child with nut allergies, so he doesnt eat at Five Guys. I sooo agree with Debra that one day, those ppl who are not educated about food allergies need to walk just one day in our shoes. But for some people who are used to fast food being synonymous with fast service, waiting isnt what they want to be doing. The list also includes cherries, Oreo cookies, bananas, salted caramel, peanut butter, coffee, chocolate, malted milk and strawberries. document.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); A Message from Paul, Founder of AllergyEats Dear friends, It has been a very long time since youve seen an, Recently, we published our eighth annual Top 10 Most Allergy-Friendly Chains in America list, which included perennial winner Burtons Grill.. But I did notice five guys warning on the menu board about the oil they use. Also, had I been the gentleman, I would have left. The manager was nice but recommended I not feed my son anything from their menu. I've never been in a Five Guys that wasn't absolutely filled with peanuts. Five Guys exclusively uses peanut oil to fry its food. (And this issue of corn and soy came up recently on another message board, so I thought it appropriate to share.). Kristen Great article! 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