Bella’s Top Allergy-Friendly Asian Food Picks
Hi! I’m Bella and 恭喜發財! 새해 복 많이 받으세요! Chúc mừng năm mới! In honor of Lunar New Year I’m excited to share some of my favorite Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese restaurants across the US, Germany, Hong Kong, Singapore, and the U.K., where I’ve safely eaten with my severe allergies to peanuts and several tree nuts (including walnuts and pecans, though I typically avoid all nuts to be safe). This guide features so many wonderful, homey spots offering both traditional and fusion dishes, but in the spirit of a holiday centered around connection and community, I especially want to highlight Oakland, California’s Monster Phở, not only for their generously portioned, delicious nut-free menu but their ongoing commitment to uplifting Bay Area families and public servants through donation programs, community celebrations, and free or discounted meals for those in need throughout the year! Follow me on Spokin @nutfreefun to see all of my 504 reviews and on Insta @nutfreeishfun!
Audrey’s Top Allergy-Friendly Asian Food Picks
Hi! I’m Audrey and in honor of Lunar New Year I’m excited to share my favorite restaurants where I safely ate with multiple food allergies including peanuts, tree nuts, egg, wheat, shrimp, chickpea, peas, barley, and poppy seeds. My finds feature places located in New Jersey, New York, California, and even South Korea! One of my favorites was Haidilao where I had my first ever hotpot experience! Growing up, it was difficult to find allergy safe Asian restaurants, but I am so grateful to have found so many safe places to eat recently! Follow me on Spokin @audreycha to see all my 169 reviews and on Insta @allaboutallergies! California | New Jersey | New York | South Korea
Jenna’s Top Allergy-Friendly Asian Food Picks
Hi! I’m Jenna and in honor of Lunar New Year I’m excited to share my favorite restaurants where I safely ate with a dairy allergy. My finds feature places located in my home state of California as well as finds from a trip to Chicago. One of my favorites was Mamahuhu, a Chinese chain in SF where I had Kung Pao chicken with crunchy cucumbers and rice (hint: they have an allergen menu and excellent allergy protocols). Lunar New Year for me is about spending time with loved ones, honoring ancestors, and ushering in a new year of good luck. I was born in the year of the tiger and am excited for the year of the horse! I am a therapist in California and specialize in working with teens/adults navigating food allergies and anxiety. A myth that I would like to dispel is the idea that Asian food is not safe for people with food allergies. Asian cuisines are so varied and diverse, with many of them not using nuts or dairy in their main dishes, that it is unfair to characterize them as a monolith or assume restaurants are unable to accommodate allergies! Additionally, as someone with a milk allergy (and formerly allergic to eggs, beef, and pork as well), Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese, Thai, and Korean restaurants have been lifelines for me growing up, often being the only places with safe options for me. Follow me on Spokin @jennatso to see all of the 263 reviews I’ve shared and on Insta @thefoodallergytherapist! ❤️
Ina’s Top Allergy-Friendly Asian Food Picks
Hi! I’m Ina and in honor of Lunar New Year I’m excited to share my favorite restaurants where my daughter safely ate with her allergies to peanuts, milk and egg. My finds feature places located in our home state of Colorado as well as from travels to New York. One of my favorites was Samwoojung in New York City where we devoured the Seoul Bulgogi cooked with beautiful and simple ingredients tableside. I really want people to know that the stereotype that Asian food is inherently “unsafe” for food allergies overlooks just how vast, regional, and ingredient-diverse Asian cuisines truly are. Follow me on Spokin @asianallergymom to see my 24 reviews and on Insta @theasianallergymom!
Olivia’s Top Allergy-Friendly Boba Picks
Hi! I’m Olivia and in honor of Lunar New Year I’m excited to share my favorite places to get Boba Tea that I have been able to have safely with my food allergies to dairy, egg and soy. My finds feature places located in Philadelphia where I am based as well as New York and California. One of my favorites was Bopomofo in California, where I had honey oolong milk tea with oat-milk (no dairy free up charge!). As a Chinese American, Lunar New Year is one of my favorite holidays, and I look forward to enjoying a home-cooked feast with my family every year! One of my favorite foods to make is dumplings, but I also love fried rice and vegetables like choy sum. Fun fact: I am the Year of the Ram! Follow me on Spokin @livwong to see all of my 130 reviews and on Insta @liv.ingwithallergies California | New York | Pennsylvania
Allergy-Friendly Asian Hotels
Booking a hotel with safe food options, from a daily breakfast before you head out to a resort where you will eat every meal, is essential and one of the first steps in making a bucket list trip to Asia possible with food allergies or celiac. Our Top Rated Asia Hotel guide features 23 hotels across Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, and Vietnam. These hotels got the memo on hospitality for the opportunity to order directly with the chef or manager, a buffet labeled for top allergens, staff who cook your food separately and will walk you through the buffet, a surprise peanut free birthday cake, a nearby medical facility just in case, and more! Cambodia | China | Hong Kong | Indonesia | Singapore | South Korea | Thailand | Vietnam
Top Rated Allergy-Friendly Indonesia Picks
From the ancient temples of Java to the unique wildlife of Komodo National Park, traveling to Indonesia with food allergies and celiac is possible. Our Top-Rated Indonesia Restaurant Guide features safe places to eat in Selatan, Ubud, Uluwatu, and Utara. See gems including a wheat-free meal at one of the world’s largest beach clubs, gluten-free pasta and vegan cheese options for pizza, nut-free meals, and more! Selatan | Ubud | Uluwatu | Utara
Top Rated Allergy-Friendly Vietnam Picks
From the emerald waters and limestone isles of Hạ Long Bay to the timber frame buildings of Hội An ancient town, traveling to Vietnam with food allergies and celiac is possible. Our Top-Rated Vietnam Restaurant Guide features safe places to eat in Hà Nội, Hồ Chí Minh City, Hội An, and Hải Phòng. See places to eat that have allergen menus, offer dairy-free pancakes, gluten-free bagels, peanut-free Bun Cha, and more! Hà Nội | Hồ Chí Minh City | Hội An | Hải Phòng
Top Rated Allergy-Friendly Singapore Picks
From the futuristic Gardens by the Bay to vibrant food markets, traveling to Singapore with food allergies and celiac is possible. Our Top-Rated Singapore Restaurant Guide features safe places to eat in Singapore City. See restaurants with well labeled menus, staff who walk you through the buffet, chefs educated in cross-contact, nut-free restaurants and lots of safe foods including soft bean curd dessert that is free of gluten, nuts, milk and egg, fried chicken that is free of gluten, dairy, and nuts, and more!
Top Rated Allergy-Friendly Taiwan Picks
From serene mountain temples to bustling night markets, traveling to Taiwan with food allergies and celiac is possible. Our Top-Rated Taiwan Restaurant Guide features safe places to eat in the Xinyi and Shilin Districts of Taipei City. See restaurants with separate allergy menus, allergy books, patient and knowledgeable staff providing safe options and sharing what to avoid, and more! Xinyi District | Shilin District
