EAT
1. Shaya Restaurant
Location: New Orleans
“This restaurant blew us away. The food was amazing—super hip spot, but definitely not too cool to handle our food allergies. They took it so seriously and double and triple checked all. One of the best experiences we have ever had.”
@susie who manages peanut and tree nut allergies
2. Carmo
Location: New Orleans
“Ate here last night and the food was wonderful. I have celiac and I did not get sick and I left feeling full and satisfied. My non-celiac family enjoyed the food as well. Great vegetarian and vegan options but they also serve meat dishes and it is CLEARLY labeled on the menu.”
@lex708 who manages celiac and wheat, barley, oat, and rye allergies
3. The Ruby Slipper Cafe
Location: New Orleans
“Wanted a fancy Benedict but the manager wisely suggested an omelette instead due to fewer ingredients. Very helpful and proactive as soon as we mentioned allergies!”
@jonloft who manages soy and vegetable allergies
4. Tableau
Location: New Orleans
“When making my reservation at Tableau, I was asked about any allergies at the table which made me feel comfortable about going there. Definitely not an allergen-free restaurant, but I safely enjoyed the Chicken Pontabla.”
@alyssabauder who manages a peanut allergy
5. Willie Mae’s Scotch House
Location: New Orleans
“This place is legendary for the fried chicken and the place was jam packed but they were super patient. They did not use peanut oil when we were there!”
@susie who manages peanut and tree nut allergies
6. Barracuda
Location: New Orleans
“Kids combo with chicken quesadilla – we have eggs, nuts, fish & shellfish allergies and gluten intolerance. Staff are very knowledgeable & thorough! We eat there often & my son loves it!”
@charlenawt who manages peanut, tree nut, egg, fish, and shellfish allergies
7. Mint Modern Vietnamese
Location: New Orleans
“Literally my favorite food in new orleans. I was always so sad because the Vietnamese places turned me away but then I discovered Mint!! They are so accommodating and know every ingredient in every dish on the menu. They don’t use sesame oil seeds or nuts. They are very careful separating their fish from other foods. I couldn’t recommend this place enough!!! Get the spring rolls!!”
@izzytri12 who manages tree nut, salmon, and sesame allergies
8. Cafe Amelie
Location: New Orleans
“Extremely helpful waitstaff. Knowledgable about menu ingredients. Wrote all my allergies on the ticket and double checked everything with the chef. 10/10!”
@jonloft who manages soy and vegetable allergies
9. Rock-n-Saké Bar & Sushi
Location: New Orleans
“Loved this place! Ordered my sushi over the phone with a group of people to go which sometimes makes me nervous about cross contamination, but when it arrived they separated my sushi from the rest of the group and included gluten-free soy sauce. The sushi was scrumptious. Can’t wait to go back!”
@shosbein who manages celiac and a wheat allergy
10. The Ruby Slipper Cafe Uptown
Location: New Orleans
“The waitress made sure she asked the kitchen prior to me ordering where they cooked items with peanuts to avoid cross contamination. She informed me that they do have pancakes with peanuts and they are all cooked on the same griddle. She then informed me that the fryer is peanut-free and she recommended the French toast, which was delicious. I was very happy with my experience and for them to go out of their way to accommodate us.”
@lsilv08 who manages a peanut allergy
11. Dat Dog
Location: New Orleans
“Great hot dogs and fries, also grilled or fried chicken sandwich, and burgers. Entire restaurant appears to be peanut and tree nut-free, but ask before you order. Casual fun atmosphere.”
@jfstackle who manages peanut and tree nut allergies
12. Herbsaint
Location: New Orleans
“FOOD WAS DELICIOUS. There are nuts on menu but we were able to safely eat.”
@gabbylevinson who manages peanut, tree nut, and peach allergies
13. Crescent City Brewhouse
Location: New Orleans
“The staff was very friendly, knowledgeable, and accommodating. The manager came out to speak to my friend whose son has a long list of allergies and were able to prepare what he wanted.”
@avasato who manages peanut and tree nut allergies
14. Meril
Location: New Orleans
“Delicious and great with allergies!”
@gabbylevinson who manages peanut, tree nut, and peach allergies
15. Willa Jean
Location: New Orleans
“They were very careful once I explained my allergy. Also, my friend who had a peanut allergy safely ate the avocado toast.”
@shosbein who manages celiac and a wheat allergy
16. Zea Rotisserie & Bar
Location: New Orleans
“Our waiter informed us that they use one fryer for all items. My son was upset that he could not have French fries. The waiter explained to the manager, who had them empty out all the oil and replace with new oil to make him French fries.”
@kaucoin who manages peanut, tree nut, fish, and shellfish allergies
17. POKE LOA
Location: New Orleans
“So fun to be able to eat poke in New Orleans! The only safe place I found in NOLA—and went back many times!”
@missmeliss1895 who manages peanut, tree nut, milk, egg, and shellfish allergies
18. Red Fish Grill
Location: New Orleans
“Red Fish Grill, located in the French Quarter, had superb food and fantastic service. I must lavish praise on our waiter, Ike, who was extremely helpful and attentive with my food allergies.”
@indrani who manages tree nut, milk, egg, banana, chicken, and chocolate allergies
19. Commander’s Palace
Location: New Orleans
“Not an allergen-free restaurant by any means, but the waitstaff was proactive about managing my allergies and made me feel safe eating here. I enjoyed the filet mignon and strawberry shortcake dessert! This is one of the best restaurants in New Orleans so I definitely recommend.”
@alyssabauder who manages a peanut allergy
20. The Grill Room
Location: New Orleans
“Delicious and easy when staying at Windsor Court”
@gabbylevinson who manages peanut, tree nut, and peach allergies
21. Superior Seafood & Oyster Bar
Location: New Orleans
“Highly recommend this restaurant! They were incredibly well educated on what was and wasn’t gluten free for me on the menu as well as for my friend with a peanut allergy. They even included “GF” next to everything that was gluten-free on the menu, which I think is always helpful. Highly recommend the char-grilled oysters if you are a big oyster girl like myself. Overall great experience and will be returning!”
@shosbein who manages celiac and a wheat allergy
TREAT
1. Cafe Du Monde
Location: New Orleans
“Safely enjoyed these beignets! Very busy, but worth the wait when you’re in New Orleans. So delicious!”
@alyssabauder who manages a peanut allergy
2. Ice Cream 504
Location: New Orleans
“Their snowballs (basically just shaved ice) were really great and safe! They were really great about rinsing the scoopers (they’re continuously rinsed) and scooping from new bins! So glad I found this place in NOLA!”
@avasato who manages tree nut allergies
3. Rollin’ n Bowlin’ Açaí Bowls and Smoothies
Location: New Orleans
“They have a nut-free blender and all the staff are great with my allergies!”
@gabbylevinson who manages peanut, tree nut, and peach allergies
4. Imperial Woodpecker Sno-Balls
Location: New Orleans
“Sno-balls are just (very sugary!) syrup and ice!”
@missmeliss1895 who manages peanut, tree nut, milk, egg, and shellfish allergies
5. Breads on Oak
Location: New Orleans
“It is a peanut-free facility but does use tree nuts. It serves artisanal bread loaves, delectable brioches in fascinating flavors such as citrus rosemary and pumpkin seed, various kinds of cookies, and cheesy gritsm as well as a bread pudding with a whiskey sauce.”
@indrani who manages tree nut, milk, egg, banana, chicken, and chocolate allergies
6. Mojo Coffee House
Location: New Orleans
“Mojo Cafe, with several locations in NOLA, serves Girls Gone Vegan products. They also have soy and nut-based milk for those with dairy allergies. The server was knowledgable about food allergies and the ingredients in the products.”
@indrani who manages tree nut, milk, egg, banana, chicken, and chocolate allergies
7. Sucré
Location: New Orleans
“Our daughter has an egg, wheat, dairy, and nut allergy and we found a dessert that she really enjoyed. Sucré had 6 different types of sorbet flavors that our entire family tried and enjoyed. Each flavor was delicious!”
@calterada who manages peanut, tree nut, milk, egg, shrimp, and wheat allergies
STAY
1. The Roosevelt New Orleans
Location: New Orleans
“The cook spoke to my daughter and assured her that she could request whatever she wanted and they would prepare it safely for her. Teddy’s Cafe is where we would get salads, sandwiches, and French fries. They take food allergies seriously and the staff was great!”
@billwags325 who manages peanut, tree nut, egg, soy, and legume allergies
2. New Orleans Marriott
Location: New Orleans
“I was here for a conference, and the head chef made me incredible plates for all of the meals and receptions! Other conference attendees were jealous and asked ‘where did you get THAT?!’”
@missmeliss1895 who manages peanut, tree nut, milk, egg, and shellfish allergies
3. Windsor Court Hotel
Location: New Orleans
“Great hotel!”
@gabbylevinson who manages peanut, tree nut, and peach allergies
4. Domio Baronne St.
Location: New Orleans
“Domio Baronne provides all the comforts of home, offering rooms that more closely resemble luxury apartments, complete with full kitchens. There is a grocery store a few blocks away. The staff is also very friendly and knowledgeable about nearby restaurants that accommodate all types of allergies.“
@bontronic who manages celiac and soy and shellfish allergies
