Hi. Kristen Great article! My girls have to ingest peanuts to have a reaction and they can eat at 5 Guys and Chik fil-a, who also uses peanut oil. He said it needs to hit the right note between humor and solemnity. I will not be back and was not impressed at all. Unfortunately, the peanut oil that Five Guys uses also contains Dimethylpolysiloxane might as well use the poisonous canola, like all the other cheap places. A plain Five Guys milkshake contains 670 calories, 32 grams of fat, and 360 milligrams of sodium. I think it is a response to something is their absolutely disgusting chemical laden bread. Yet the result is just as scary no matter how the exposure happens. They should be legally required to display a very strong level of notice that is completely in the face of the customer without any chance of misinterpretation. Q: Why cant we take peanuts outside? Every restaurant does not need to accommodate us it is our responsibility to do our due diligence prior to eating anywhere. "It was in the language of something people already understood in the world of Twitter and in the world of Facebook. The restaurant uses peanut oil to cook its fries, so people with severe peanut allergies still wouldn't be able to eat there even if the peanut bins were taken away. I must say, though, that I think this has been the BEST discussion weve ever had on this blog. Even having a mild peanut allergy I have tried fried cooked in peanut oil and was not impressed. Hope MY comments werent taken out of context either. I am very vocal about it because of this flippant attitude. 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. Fast food customers used to snappy service may get impatient while waiting for a burger at Five Guys. Glad to know so I never take my girls there!! You cannot just tell them no bun. Theyre obviously doing something right, because theyre growing and thriving. I dont begrudge restaurants for serving what they want. None in the home. I actually ordered from the take out counter, I will check it out next time. I decided to go and try it. Sign up for blog alerts today! And lets not forget that so many, many people have non-Big 8 allergies. Just trying to share some info as I believe we all are. And for me the peanuts add to the fun of Five Guys. Peanuts, Burgers, and Fries are Five Guys. On March 10, 2017, he returned to Massachusetts. 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. Opt to do your research before entering an establishment. In addition to being able to find and rate restaurants from Boston to San Diego, Seattle to Miami, and anywhere in between (plus Hawaii and Alaska! Pierantozzi said with Mr. Peanut the shop wondered, "What would happen and how would the world react if he passed away?" Data is a real-time snapshot *Data is delayed at least 15 minutes. They even ask you not to take Peanuts outside.. It was delicious. With more than 250,000 ways to customize your burger and more than 1,000 milkshake combinations, your tl;dr Dude There's really nothing that caps off the Five Guys experience more than eating a handful or two of free salty peanuts while waiting for your burger and fries. ), AllergyEats also has a very popular page devoted to those vacationing in Disney World, AllergyEats Disney World, where users can find and rate restaurants in the parks, hotels, and surrounding Orlando area based on the allergy-friendliness of those dining facilities. No more so than ingestion type except that all they have to do is smell it. The brand then sent out a press release confirming the death. 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. From now on, he can stick to Unos and other allergy-friendly restaurants. At least then they could cater to more people. 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. I do understand some aggravation over food allergies, as I am allergic to chicken fat. So long as they properly warn of the peanut use. I personally would call them 5 GUYS and NUTS! So everyone complaining about Five Guys peanuts just needs to get a grip. that is the best way to be safe. I don't know, but if you or someone with you has a peanut allergy, regardless of the severity, it'd be safer not to set foot in there. Allergies, e 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. Turn back the clocks to the 80s and prior, all this complaining was unheard of. He said there's been positive feedback and an "outpouring of emotion" from onlookers. Great debate. I watched it as a hawk, sure enough it was. The manager was nice but recommended I not feed my son anything from their menu. A Five Guys Burgers opened in my area recently. Hi there, Geesh. Many vegetable oils contain soybean oil as a part of their blend. Five Guys posts a peanut warning on their door which you can clearly see before you enter the restuarant. Luckily, the burgers were safe for him, but he couldnt even touch the French fries bag from which my son was eating, soaked as it was in peanut grease. Had I done my research, I might have suggested another restaurant for him to try. Karen The peanut oil being safe for the peanut allergic depends on the sensitivity of the person along with how well refined the oil is. As a food-allergic diner or caretaker of a food-allergic child, we must always ask questions before eating at a new restaurant. When I go out, I can never eat hot dogs or pepperonis because most places uses mechanically separated chicken. Dm @ Katie. You might want to show that to the manager. It stays juicy that way. 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. I will still not eat there or support them until they change their policy. 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!! Achievement Unlocked: Darwin Award Nominee! My point is that there are allergens, not just peanuts, that are inhalation type. 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. If I walked in to Five Guys with my peanut allergic son we would have turned right around and left. Just walking in and waiting in line for a couple of minutes caused my eyes and face to swell up. AllergyEats GREAT feedback everyone! A: Our rolls contain both soy and dairy. But dont complain because one restaurant uses peanut oil and has peanuts. So what are your thoughts about this article (or my comments)? But I inadvertently sent him in blind. Its up to consumers to make smart choices. Thanks for heads up Allergy Eats! But its their choice to lose the business of people that would be able to eat there if they got rid of the peanuts. 10718 Richmond Highway, Lorton, VA 22079 USA. Okay, a little background information here. They offered me a lettuce wrap instead of a bun for my burger. I had no idea there were so many people without common sense. I walked past the entrance going past a bunch of large farm sacks, got to the counter, and only then realised about the peanuts. 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 have u ever had chic fil a? You didn't notice that either? So much so that you might want to either order them directly from Five Guys' distributor (unveiled at theirTwitter page), or maybe you thought of smuggling some free peanuts out the door in your paper bag or empty soda cup after all, if something is free, isn't it the best time to stock up on it? Theres no reason for them to stop cooking their fries in peanut oil because its obvious that the place is covered in peanuts, but remember that not everyone has your allergy and theres a ton of more places that people with gluten intolerances cant enjoy. And again, the core AllergyEats site is a great resource to start your restaurant research. 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 notes the use of peanut oil on its menu, but the boxes overflowing with peanuts are much harder to ignore. I went to Five Guys with my daughter tonight for the first time having heard such rave reviews about how great the fries and burgers. Honesty is critical in any food allergy/sensitivity case. I have eaten at Five guys at the airport in DC and never saw any notice of peanuts/ or peanut oil. After the peanut fiasco, they cleaned it up and threw out the peanuts on the floor. Let us know! 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. We are no longer supporting IE (Internet Explorer) as we strive to provide site experiences for browsers that support new web standards and security practices. So the solution is simple. I had no idea of the peanut situation. Fries. Other brands, including Skippy peanut butter, Budweiser, Syfy, Shake Shack and more, did just that. Im another person with Celiac that cant have gluten containing foods. Its for this reason that if the only soy product in an item is soybean oil, under law it is excluded from having to be listed as containing soy. And I am thankful that this site gives me info bc I had no idea about the peanut thing at this restaurant. A couple summers ago, we discovered how bad it can be. Nationwide's 2015 ad that showed a boy who had died and could never grow up weirded out viewers. It is more than likely that these free peanuts are here to stay so long as the company continues to use the peanut oil in their fry making. Part of the buzz, Pierantozzi said, stems from the fact that Planters has built up Mr. Peanut so much, along with his "Nutmobile. Since labeling of soy oil is not required, I cant trust restaurants that just have a checklist of the allergens for each food. It's one of several examples of the company sticking to its ways, like the strict "no delivery" rule it enforces with everyone, even the president. They might have had some notice up about how they cook their fries I seem to remember. Wed rather too many than not enough! WebFive Guys has been a Washington, DC area favorite since 1986 when Jerry and Janie Murrell offered sage advice to the four young Murrell brothers:"Start a business or go to college. The business route won and the Murrell family opened a carry-out burger joint in Arlington Virginia. For real. The rest of the world should not change things to suit you, PERIOD. "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.". The list is too long to print here, but two of the many items on his list are white potatoes and peanuts. Donna Katie, my daughter is anaphylaxic to milk also and I thought Red Robin was great but it depends on which manager is there which day because some seem clueless while other are so wonderful. So while its disappointing that we can no longer go there while our son is with us, they are open with the fact that its not safe for those with allergies before you even walk in the door. While their fries are incredibly delicious, someone with a peanut allergy should not be eating there. Every burger made at Five Guys is also cooked well done to avoid diners getting sick (and to avoid getting sued). It was a death trap, my husband replied, in all seriousness. I cant ever order any turkey products or have stuffing because a lot of manufacturers uses chicken stock to cut costs. Kinda made me uncomfortable but I mean I was high i don't know what to tell ya. Peanut allergies are real. There has been a LOAD of comments on the AllergyEats Facebook page about this entry, so I thought Id share them here (see next comment). They must think the axis of the earth runs through their head. [At this point, the author shares how allergy-friendly Unos is and the boys great experience there that night. But as Stan Phelps reports, it also doubles as another reminder for people with allergies who might not have seen the signs that Five Guys loves their peanut oil. What's funny is I'm deathly allergic to peanuts as well, but only if I ingest them. WebFive Guys has a giant box of free peanuts by the counter. 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. Could 5 Guys be any more explicit than to show you peanuts coming out of the woodwork that peanut oil is involved in the cooking process at their stores? When I read the comment that someone wasnt warned about the peanut oil in the burgers, I took a long sigh. So you have something to eat while you wait for your burger to be made. Five guys burgers take slightly longer to make than a fast-food burger si I just want to know where Five Guys gets their buns because I dont think they make them there. Once theyre out of the fryer, the fries get exactly 15 shakes before theyre deemed ready to serve. Please dont think of us peanut moms as being unreasonable. Massachusetts; Swampscott; Five Guys; Five Guys (781) 595-1300. However, despite some people having allergies, Five Guys embraces the humble peanut, even going as far as offering a complimentary peanut snack to its customers. Enhanced Safety: We still have peanuts available at our restaurants and we no longer keep them out in the public dining area. A: We use 100% peanut oil. This includes, but is certainly not limited to, the chain's fries. The brand says Mr. Peanut's funeral will be the subject of its Super Bowl spot. The (almost) impossible-to-finish portion sizes are intentional; the burger chain doesnt want anyone finishing up a meal wishing theyd gotten more fries. Use the AllergyEats website, blog, and app to plan your trips and for unplanned stops along the way. Tasted like it was from Rallys to me! He ultimately is the one that keeps our kids safe. The only problem I had was that the customers would eat peanuts on their patio & throw the shells down. I had no idea that peanut oil was used in the food. I often appologize and explain that I am allergic bc they dont understand the sensitivity. First of all, he began, they have peanuts everywhere. Now, 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. This is where AllergyEats (www.allergyeats.com) could have served as a great resource. It's such a strange phenomenon," Pierantozzi said. But unlike whole peanuts, it's much easier for someone to accidentally eat a french fry fried in peanut oil without realizing it. Barley malt/Malted barley is used commonly in bread, like gluten, which I KNOW they use. We learned our son was allergic to peanuts when we gave peanut butter to him at 1. Doritos, which released its teaser last week with a spoken-word rendition of "Old Town Road," has racked up nearly 4 million views on YouTube, while a teaser for Cheetos' spot with MC Hammer from last week has nearly 3 million. Its a very small sign that my husband I both missed when entering the restaurant. I cant imagine why a restaurant would feature peanuts when there are so many folks today who are allergic, but I guess they are successful enough without that particular consumer segment. Everytime, ALWAYS. We all have to do it at times. A 2017 case involving a 23-year-old man dying from an allergic reaction after eating Five Guys (as noted by Allergic Living) perhaps only added to the increased I walked in to a Five Guys as my other half suggested it. Were just lucky, I guess. Web866-345-GUYS (4897) Five Guys Enterprises, LLC. But not just any potato and oil will do. Janessa There is a peanut warning posted on their front door You didn't notice that either? Its kind of the same thing with grocery stores. The beauty of Five Guys is that you can customise your order, so I tucked into my 'burger' with the addition of peppers, mayonnaise and ketchup. My quick thinking got the reaction under control but who would think of that!?!? What do you think about Five Guys free peanuts? Why do they have the big open bins of peanuts right along side the fruit?!?! Global Business and Financial News, Stock Quotes, and Market Data and Analysis. I have a gluten allergy. How is the food made? I have several food sensitivities/allergies and the entitled attitude in a few of these comments is too much. 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. 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. Tanya, the FAQ on their website (again, linked from the blog page) specifically addresses that customers should NOT be bringing peanuts outside for the very reason you mentioned. AllergyEats Totally understand Katie. Then, during the third quarter of the game, the brand promises to "broadcast Mr. Peanut's funeral, so the world can mourn the loss of the beloved legume together.". 2023 CNBC LLC. Also, for those peanut allergy people, Chick-fil-a uses peanut oil too. I dont want to walk into a restaurant and go into anaphylactic shock and/or suffocate from my throat swelling up. And most importantly, as Sherlock would say Do your reasearch. We are no longer supporting IE (Internet Explorer), why Five Guys makes the unhealthiest fries in America, the reason Five Guys never asks how you want your burger done, Five Guys wants you to complain about their fries, Heres the Secret That Makes KFCs Fried Chicken So Crispy, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Not a bad way to spend one minute. It was very simple for people to get involved.". Thats capitalism. WebGet nutrition information for Five Guys items and over 200,000 other foods (including over 3,500 brands). The peanut oil used pervasively would send you son to the ER. 5 Guys opened in my area in the last 2 years and researched before going there. I had no idea that a burger restaurant would use peanut oil. Not only do the ratings provide a first filter, but the comments can provide more color (and possibly couldve warned her about the peanuts everywhere), as can the menus, allergen-lists, website links, and other valuable information. 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. They remade my burger but dont feel safe enough to go back except maybe a slow time which Ive never seen. Five Guys' fries have gone viral after a cook showed how they're made. AllergyEats and outside blog entries also grace the Details and Comments page too (so now every visitor to the Five Guys pages will see at least this entry). I can even bring my own bun if I want to. 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. WebUnder the guidance of Jerry and Janie the Murrell family served only hand-formed burgers cooked to perfection on a grill along with fresh-cut fries cooked in pure peanut oil. I was amazed when I saw all the peanut warnings but liked that they said the only gluten in the store was the buns. The fast-food restaurant, Five Guys Burgers and Fries have been a popular destination for many on the go. There is also a sign by the front door of each restaurant stating that peanut oil is used, and that there are open containers of peanuts in the restaurant. Sonic, McDonalds, Burger King, etc. 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. 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 . In my opinion fried cooked in good ole beef grease are the best, and I quite eating McDonalds and all other fast food place fried when they started being politically correct and stopped using real grease. It's weird that yours doesn't. The fact of the matter is, fries that are cooked in peanut oil just taste better in MY opinion. Im sorry those of you with peanut allergies cant enjoy their food, but, for me its a win-win situation. Id be just as happy if they used vegetable oil, rather than peanut oil, and skipped the whole peanuts thing to accommodate even more people, but, just wanted to chime in that milk and eggs are often overlooked when it comes to the allergy world, and, for some of us, Five Guys has actually been a great experience. Interesting. 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 No sign on the door that i saw. She was pretty bad as an infant with it but we have since been able to give her limited amounts. Plus, they dont double those fryers up with anything else on the menu, so the fries escape any weird aftertastes from non-potato items. He said the agency was looking to see how Planters could really line up with culture in a way that would explode. If I was the spouse of the one that sent me to this burger place, OR a parents of one of the kids that went with the husband I would be FURIOUS that he placed his life on the line JUST for a burger!! Its not the mounds of peanuts everywhere, its the oil that the food is cooked in. I agree that we cant, and shouldnt, expect every restaurant to cater to our community. And this is where Five Guys real French fry secret comes in. 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. My oldest has a milk senstivity. duh people! WebAnswer (1 of 38): Im not sure if youre trying to argue that peanut allergies arent real or that Five Guys should be closed as a health risk. I am allergic to tree nuts not peanuts so it would not be a problem for me but it would be for my severely allergic son, fortunately he does not eat meat so he would not find himself at the restaurants but it makes me wonder if they are free with their peanuts at the airport where containment would be more of a problem since the space is wide open to the main terminal. That is just plain stupid in my opinion. Id heard that 5 Guys used peanut oil, but I had no idea about the peanuts on the table. 5 Guys has decided not to even try, and at least theyre up front about it. Also, had I been the gentleman, I would have left. I noticed that the large sacks were labelled peanuts on the way out. The burger joint has a few secrets that make those greasy fries oh-so-addictiveand unhealthy. Katie I have no problem with 5 Guys. While its a good idea, it still doesnt explain why they wouldnt go for something less likely to cause an allergic. The thing is, the restaurant has every right to serve peanuts however theyd like, but my beef is, they had a teeny, tiny warning sign on the door that we didnt even notice. VaynerMedia also handled Planters' Super Bowl spot last year. WebBecause 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 peanut is miniscule, and Five Guys has peanut warning signs all over the fucking place. Burgers take slightly longer to cook there than they do at typical fast food chains because employees are forbidden from pressing down on the patties. I dont know if this is also the case with peanut oil as I dont personally deal with that allergen. As far as I can tell no. At least not the ones my former boss owned. That is an important thing to know though and I will have to search that up. That is why giving out free peanuts as a snack option can help to keep customers happy while they wait in line. our one girl is also allergic to anything in the legume family, as peanuts are was sitting in the lawn in shorts. And the rest of us like peanuts. 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. Just because you or a family member has an allergy doesnt make a restaraunt a death trap. In a Five Guys, the burgers will often take a little longer to cook since they dont smash the meat down like other places. While its not anaphylaxis, its a very horrible reaction. Pierantozzi said other Kraft Heinz brands did know about the effort, but to his knowledge some of the other brands weighing in did so organically. Kelly, Ive never heard the theory youre referring to. Sheesh, all I can say is WAAAAH. Our doctor said as long as he doesnt ingest, he should be fine. Eat Five Guys' burgers. I calmly asked for a manager and strongly pointed out that what they just did if I hadnt caught it would have made me very sick for the next week and raise my chance of all cancers. This is the most important takeaway. places to eat out because I can get the burger without a bun & theyre very careful not to cross-contaminate. Ive recently found out Im allergic to soy. As they put it, "The peanuts are to distract the customers so that they won't stare at us.". All fries at Five Guys are fried in 100% peanut oil. ], About an hour after we arrived home, my husband and younger son came back from the movie. I had a feeling it was mine. Its not something Id wish on my worst enemy yet, we all deal with it daily, dont we? The author, Laura Anderson, makes reference twice in this article to her lack of advance research. and from im reading the peanut oil used at five guys should be safe for people with a peanut allergy. "I think it was written beautifully and struck the right tone," Pierantozzi said. Regardless of freedoms, free enterprise, etc. Its just something to keep in mind when ordering, even if its just to avoid wasting food. I did. Five Guys exclusively uses peanut oil to fry its food. 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. I respect the restaurants that provide information that allow us manage our/our kids allergies. I am cautious of bringing him into the restaurant as we dont know to what extent his allergy is. Thats fair. Five Guys posts a peanut warning on their door which you can clearly see before you enter the restuarant. A Division of NBCUniversal. However, he is NOT sensitive to peanuts. Okay, now the REAL reason Im commenting is because I am allergic to what is normally heard of as MSG. 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. (The company's CMO left shortly after.) 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). (Thank you to AllergyEats member Jocelyn for bringing my attention to this article One nutty experience at Five Guys Burgers). I have seen many people posting that they wish 5 guys used vegetable oil instead of peanut oil. 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. Have you been to a Five Guys Burgers and Fries? The one at Texas Roadhouse, on the other hand, is HUGE, and impossible to miss. If you'd like some peanuts with your meal or while you wait for your order, just I apologized to my husband and reassured him I was not trying to kill him; that I had just neglected to research this new restaurant everyone was talking about. Their allergies are so bad that we are afraid to have our little one tested but must since she will be starting school in the fall. And yes, there are peanuts everywhere. Supposedly, highly refined oil has none of the proteins left in it. I was just saying the the uproar over peanuts is frustrating to those of us who are dealing with more than peanut allergies. 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. Like Logans, my family, close friends, and myself will support their business. 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