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. We're very happy with the response we're getting. And this is where Five Guys real French fry secret comes in. the whole peanuts laying around can definitely be a problem, though. It caused a reaction bc clover is a legume. And a spot now known as the "robot suicide ad" from General Motors was later changed after sparking criticism, including from the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. And dont blame Five Guys. The chain has everything down to a sciencewhich is just part of the reason Five Guys never asks how you want your burger done. Drinks. Katie My comment wasnt meant to start a what allergy is the hardest debate. I watched them put all these orders together than saw one was No Bun so took the bun off and reapply the toppings(which they only have shredded lettuce so its a burger patty wrapped in foil with whatever toppings, no leaf lettuce). Thats fair. Here are the comments from the AllergyEats Facebook page (www.facebook.com/allergyeats): Jen If a restaurant is going to use peanut oil, putting peanuts everywhere is a good warning for the peanut allergic. they dont realize that residue remains. My daughter has a lot of allergies (incl 2 non-top 8) and it was just an example of a food that I could never expect to be eliminated from most environments. Q: Do any Five Guys products contain soy or dairy? I started to stress out massively but as I didnt want to disappoint my other half and son I asked if their burgers had peanut oil. I remember doing that with my oldest. I have seen many people posting that they wish 5 guys used vegetable oil instead of peanut oil. Like Logans, my family, close friends, and myself will support their business. I think we looked at Twitter and how things sometimes find their way onto Twitter, and we kind of tapped into those things." 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.". And again, the core AllergyEats site is a great resource to start your restaurant research. 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. Like Tony Stark, Mr. Peanut was a titan of industry who selflessly gave up his own life in order to save the ones he loved.The comparison is pretty apt since Planters Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. Couldnt have said it better. Places like Red Robin get our business because they go so far out of the way to feed my child safely. Cooks soak the potato spears in water to get rid of the starch, which helps the fries cook more The manager was nice but recommended I not feed my son anything from their menu. Dogs. Keep em coming! I will not be back and was not impressed at all. , I personally am super happy that they use peanut oil to cook their fries! Therefore, we cannot eat fries at all the typical fast food joints. Our growth has been tremendous, but there is still so much more to go. You cannot just tell them no bun. 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. Designed to keep the hungry customer occupied and content instead of awkwardly watching the employees work (via Taste of Home), the salty snacks are pretty addictive. Mike Pierantozzi, group creative director at Planters' agency VaynerMedia, said that put the agency in the position of needing to come up with something that would top last year. "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.". All fries at Five Guys are fried in 100% peanut oil. There are tons of people with allergies, but its still a small portion of the population. But unlike whole peanuts, it's much easier for someone to accidentally eat a french fry fried in peanut oil without realizing it. Kinda made me uncomfortable but I mean I was high i don't know what to tell ya. The Its kind of the same thing with grocery stores. I didnt know until after I got sick cause the cashier said vegetable oil. The (almost) impossible-to-finish portion sizes are intentional; the burger chain doesnt want anyone finishing up a meal wishing theyd gotten more fries. I did. 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. Had I done my research, I might have suggested another restaurant for him to try. I swear, some people are so self-centered. Mike Not every restaurant is going to be able to accommodate every food allergy. The spot, done with VaynerMedia, will appear before Super Bowl kickoff during the pregame show. WebFive Guys Shake Base 396 670 290 32 21 1 130 360 84 0 82 13 Five Guys Style Potatoes, Refined Peanut Oil, Salt TOPPINGS A.1. Sad that we will never be able to try a 5 guys burger! 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. Janessa There is a peanut warning posted on their front door I mean, I never thought about clover like that. Honesty is critical in any food allergy/sensitivity case. Many vegetable oils contain soybean oil as a part of their blend. This is where AllergyEats (www.allergyeats.com) could have served as a great resource. Is it just peanut oil or some other peanut related ritual? 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!! that is the best way to be safe. So I cannot imagine your struggle. A: Over the past 20 years, peanuts have become part of the Five Guys identity. She was pretty bad as an infant with it but we have since been able to give her limited amounts. I was so shocked I just could not shut up about it and the guy behind the counter got defensive and even said that fries cooked in peanut oil are the best. Every Five Guys I have ever been to also has a sign on the front door. Learn why Five Guys makes the unhealthiest fries in America. I did notice a box of peanuts next to the order line. 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. Of course. Regardless of freedoms, free enterprise, etc. Geesh. 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 But with peanut allergies being one of those really common allergies, why does Five Guys do it? tl;dr Dude Theres no reason to have peanuts all over, they are doing exactly what they said they try not to exclude a group of people. Give us this one. Of course, there's no one to really say you can't do it. AllergyEats Totally understand Katie. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. 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. In the context of how Five Guys operates, this makes sense. Dont feel left out, there are better burger joints that are much more allergy friendly. 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). At AllergyEats, users can find and rate restaurants in any city based on the restaurants ability to accommodate diners with food allergies, including dairy, peanut, tree nut, fish, seafood, soy, sesame, wheat and egg allergies, as well as those with Celiac Disease, gluten sensitivity, and other dietary conditions. As the schools have. A: We use 100% peanut oil. 5 Guys has actually saved us!! My daughter has And yes, there are peanuts everywhere. Personally, my in-laws and most of my own family have been wonderful about it. Got a confidential news tip? Peanuts is part of their whole shtick/experience. The meat is cooked on a separate grill from the buns & I can get grilled onions & mushrooms to go along with it as well as all the other fixings youd normally find. He ultimately is the one that keeps our kids safe. "So we definitely considered that. The first time I went to one we left our children at home to go Christmas shopping (they are the ones with the food allergies). I fucking love 5-guys, you just can't eat the fries. duh people! https://twitter.com/budweiserusa/status/1220123265257086982?s=20. Thats capitalism. How can you talk badly about a restaurant or suggest what they should and shouldnt do because YOU did not take your health seriously enough to research and ask questions??? My quick thinking got the reaction under control but who would think of that!?!? Firstly if it is served you make him go out with you to retrieve the served meal and explain what error has occurred, you also offer to get medical Then go to Texas Roadhouse Janet. Kristen Great article! Do I wish they would drop the whole peanut thing, and make it safe for everyone? Get this delivered to your inbox, and more info about our products and services. I emailed the company and the email stated that they have taken out the allergen in the peanut oil and it should not effect anyone with allergies to peanuts and that there are signs posted on the outside and inside of the restaurant. They are famous for it, and they should not get rid of it. Sign up for blog alerts today! (And this issue of corn and soy came up recently on another message board, so I thought it appropriate to share.). I dont want to walk into a restaurant and go into anaphylactic shock and/or suffocate from my throat swelling up. I agree that we cant, and shouldnt, expect every restaurant to cater to our community. Then, we recently learned about the sesame seed/peanut/tree nut relationship. A couple summers ago, we discovered how bad it can be. "It was in the language of something people already understood in the world of Twitter and in the world of Facebook. Interestingly, before he turned 1, we had eaten at chic fil a several times. No more so than ingestion type except that all they have to do is smell it. According to The Daily Meal, the reason Five Guys prohibits removing peanuts from the premises is to ensure that no one with a peanut allergy comes into contact with them. Sonic, McDonalds, Burger King, etc. There were bags of peanuts stacked everywhere. Glad to know so I never take my girls there!! Unlike McDonald's, which uses a "canola-blend oil," Five Guys isn't shy about telling the world that it uses peanut oil exclusively in its frying (via Five Guys ). Peanuts are not the only allergen, and as a mom with a daughter with multiple anaphylactic allergens, I sometimes get frustrated at the anti-peanut push. 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. That is scary. Even though they say on the menu that all fries are cooked in peanut oil, it can be easy to miss especially if theres a line behind you and youre rushing because you dont want to hold anyone up. Even though these are fair and valid criticisms, free peanuts have always been a part of the brand and they may be hesitant to change what they see as a good business model. 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. The specifics of what will happen in Planters' actual Super Bowl spot aren't clear, and conspiracy theories on Twitter are abounding. Peanut oil is processed and purified which removes the proteins that can cause the allergic reaction. The fact of the matter is, fries that are cooked in peanut oil just taste better in MY opinion. I noticed that the large sacks were labelled peanuts on the way out. This is the one resturant I can go to and actually enjoy a REAL french fry. Mr. Peanut is back, but Planters is giving away its Super Bow Kraft Heinz's Planters on Tuesday released a cryptic tweet with a link to a video showing Mr. Peanut sacrificing himself to save actors Wesley Snipes and Matt Walsh by plunging to his death. One thing to keep in mind thoughmy daughter has a SEVERE soy allergy (and also a dairy allergy). 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! I get that peanuts are Five Guys thing, but why have bins everywhere and on the walls? Jan. 22, 2020 4:45 p.m. PT. We obviously dont eat there, but there are lots of places we dont eat! Very likely cross contaminated according to the lady behind the till. Five guys was ok, but so not worth the hype. So cry me a river! Nonsense. 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. If you'd like some peanuts with your meal or while you wait for your order, just the oil has none of the protein in it. I mean, if they used vegetable oil would they have a jungle of veggies all around? 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. Mike Pierantozzi, group creative director at Planters' agency, VaynerMedia, explained why it killed off the mascot. Great debate. As Mashed reports, there's a clever reason behind this baffling business tactic. We want to hear from you. Okay according to five guys menu. Tasted like it was from Rallys to me! were processed Teeny, weeny, tiny letters. While its not anaphylaxis, its a very horrible reaction. What do you think about Five Guys free peanuts? The list also includes cherries, Oreo cookies, bananas, salted caramel, peanut butter, coffee, chocolate, malted milk and strawberries. That is just plain stupid in my opinion. I just went through the Five Guys website and found the following under FAQ: Q: If so many people are allergic to peanuts, why does Five Guys continue to offer them? 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. check with your allergist. Making Mealtime Meaningful: See How Were Giving Back with the New 12 Tomatoes Cares Program , Why Five Guys Offers Free Peanuts To Its Customers. Let us know! On Wednesday, the brand shared the video, which as of Thursday morning had nearly 1.5 million views on YouTube. 5 Guys has decided not to even try, and at least theyre up front about it. 10718 Richmond Highway, Lorton, VA 22079 USA. Cross contamination is a big issue for us -so french fries, chicken fingers, and other fried foods are off limits because they are fried in the same oil as things like mozzarella sticks or battered fish/chicken. Well, first off, that is completely subjective, and I believe completely false. AllergyEats is the leading guide to finding food allergy-friendly restaurants (and those not so friendly) across the United States. Hope MY comments werent taken out of context either. However, he is NOT sensitive to peanuts. So we left. I often appologize and explain that I am allergic bc they dont understand the sensitivity. 2023 AllergyEats, Inc. All rights reserved. Also, for those peanut allergy people, Chick-fil-a uses peanut oil too. But for some people who are used to fast food being synonymous with fast service, waiting isnt what they want to be doing. There are 40 other names for it including citric acid and barley malt. Jen I dont have any nut allergies but gluten due to Celiac Disease. On the inside of the restaurant I saw one statement of peanut oil use on the menu above the cashiers. (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=38cf8a01-c7b4-4a61-a61b-8c0be6528f20&cid=877050e7-52c9-4c33-a20b-d8301a08f96d'; cnxps.cmd.push(function () { cnxps({ playerId: "38cf8a01-c7b4-4a61-a61b-8c0be6528f20" }).render("6ea159e3e44940909b49c98e320201e2"); }); To top it all off, Five Guys goes for both quality and quantity. I have one child with nut allergies, so he doesnt eat at Five Guys. However, despite some people having allergies, Five Dont get me wrong I feel for the people with a peanut allergy, but you can enjoy fried foods at like every other resturants while I cannot. So youre right, our ENTIRE food allergy community needs to stay together. They even ask you not to take Peanuts outside.. We cant step foot in the place. 2 min read. So it`s possible it wouldn`t harm someone peanut-allergic. Instead of cutting corners with cheaper oil, Five Guys refuses to use anything but peanut oil. There are so many of them, its not realistic. Or why cook the fries in peanut oil instead of vegetable oil? Its just that in her case, the peanuts are the worst and most life-threatening. Well, at least all the kids in my sons class who are banned from bringing in peanut prducts to school can get their fill of nuts for dinner at Five Guys. Fresh ingredients hand-prepared that satisfy your craving. Every restaurant does not need to accommodate us it is our responsibility to do our due diligence prior to eating anywhere. But I inadvertently sent him in blind. Being respectful to their business, I do not ask them to change anything about their restaurant, only having bigger signs on the outside of the restaurant stating they use peanut oil. "It's with heavy hearts that we confirm Mr. Peanut has passed away at 104 years old," Samantha Hess, Planters brand manager at Kraft Heinz, said in a statement. "He will be remembered as the legume who always brought people together for nutty adventures and a good time. Feel better. Oh, and the burger??? 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). I think they are being irresponsible. P.s. our one girl is also allergic to anything in the legume family, as peanuts are was sitting in the lawn in shorts. 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. 63 Reply D14BL0 6 yr. ago For real. As a food-allergic diner or caretaker of a food-allergic child, we must always ask questions before eating at a new restaurant. Being a burger aficionado (not something I usually brag about), I was excited to give it a shot. I dont think every thing has to accomadate food allergy suffers they just have to make sure it WELL known if the 8 allergens are present anywhere. 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. The most important aspect of having an allergy is DOING YOUR RESEARCH! My daughter is 8 1/2 and this was her first time eating french fries at a restaurant! They definitely dont keep it a secret about their peanuts. Users can also save favorite restaurants, share search results or reviews, follow other diners with similar food allergies, make restaurant reservations, view restaurant menus and more all for free on the AllergyEats app and website. But dont complain because one restaurant uses peanut oil and has peanuts. 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. Super Bowl teasers are meant to generate some buzz for a brand's in-game spot, often starting a story or introducing a theme or characters to get consumers excited before the full commercial airs. Its scary. Dm SO many times ppl think that just removing the allergic item will fix the problem. I looked up subway bread ingredients and some of the breads have over 40 ingredients. Peanut allergy here. I did see the warning on the door about peanuts right away. And, 5 Guys makes a nice lettuce wrap for those who have gluten allergies/gluten sensitivities. 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. Don't eat the fries. I had no idea of the peanut situation. Just because you or a family member has an allergy doesnt make a restaraunt a death trap. I dont know if this is also the case with peanut oil as I dont personally deal with that allergen. 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