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Food Allergy Restaurant Basics
Dine out safely with allergies
This guide explains how to manage food allergies at restaurants: call ahead, inform staff clearly, check cross-contact risks, and carry prescribed medication like epinephrine.
- food allergy
- restaurant
- cross-contact
- epinephrine
- dining
Call ahead
Ask about menu options and cross-contact handling before you go.
Inform staff
Tell your server and, if possible, the chef about the allergy and severity.
Verify dishes
Confirm ingredients and prep steps; avoid high-risk items if unsure.
Carry medication
Keep epinephrine/antihistamines on hand and know how to use them.