Lauren’s Favorite Celiac-Friendly San Diego Spots
Hi! I’m Lauren, the creator behind @eat.glutenfreewithme, and I’m so excited to show off my favorite restaurants in my hometown of San Diego, California! It took me a bit of time to find my favorite places to eat, but finally, I have narrowed down the best hidden gems. One of my favorite places is Campfire in Carlsbad, CA where everything is cooked on an open fire. They're known for their roasted brocolli and trust me, you don't want to miss out on it! For a sweet treat, check out Little Fox Cups for the best handmade gluten-free ice cream! Head to the Spokin app for the rest of my celiac-safe San Diego recommendations and follow me on the Spokin app @eatgfwithme and on Instagram @eat.glutenfreewithme!
Sarah’s Favorite Allergy-Friendly Los Angeles Spots
Hi! I’m Sarah and I’m excited to show off my favorite spots in Los Angeles, California! I have found many safe places to eat in the area while managing my allergies to dairy, wheat, barley, oats and rye. One of my favorite places to eat is Katana where I got a salmon avocado roll and for sweet treat, check out Erin McKenna’s Bakery and I’d recommend the Frosted Lemon Teacake. See my 80 reviews and follow me on the Spokin app @sarahandspices and on Instagram @sarahandspices!
Tess’ Favorite Tree Nut and Sesame-Friendly South Carolina Spots
Hi! I’m Tess Ferm and I’m so excited to show off some of my favorite spots in my hometown of Charleston, South Carolina! As someone living with tree nut and sesame allergies, finding safe places to eat has always been important to me. Food allergy advocacy is a huge part of who I am and my platform, and I love helping others feel more confident dining out with allergies. One of my favorite places to eat is Three Little Birds Cafe where I got a Greek salad! Throughout this guide, I’m sharing some of my go to restaurants, favorite allergy friendly finds, and places where I’ve had positive experiences communicating with staff about food allergies. See my 7 reviews and follow me on the Spokin app @tessferm and on Instagram at @tessferm.sc!
72 Allergy-Friendly Irish Pubs
Image credit: Great Dane Pub & Brewing Co. We’re feeling the luck of the Irish with 72 places to enjoy allergy-friendly fish + chips, corned beef, and shepherd’s pie! Our Allergy-Friendly Irish Pub Guide covers 20 states and 6 countries, including 12 pubs in Ireland! Find your pot of gold with reviews for dedicated gluten-free fryers, nut-free restaurants, and 2 restaurants with owners who manage food allergies. California | Florida | Georgia | Illinois | Indiana | Iowa | Kentucky | Massachusetts | Michigan | Minnesota | Nevada | New Jersey | New York | North Carolina | Oregon | Pennsylvania | Rhode Island | South Carolina | Virginia | Washington, D.C. | Austria | Canada | France | Ireland | The Netherlands
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 29 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
16 Celiac-Safe Dim Sum Spots
Celebrate Lunar New Year with dim sum! It’s the Year of the Fire Horse, a rare event that hasn’t happened in 60 years. Speaking of rare, we found the best places worldwide to find celiac-safe dim sum! See 16 places to find gluten-free dim sum across the U.S., Canada, France, Spain, the U.K., Japan, and even Hong Kong! If you manage food allergies, see our Top Rated Food Allergy Friendly Dim Sum Guide. California | Maine | New York | Pennsylvania | Texas | Washington | Canada | France | Hong Kong | Japan | Spain | United Kingdom
