So the solution is simple. Almost ALL fast food restaurants are completely OFF LIMITS for me, except for Five Guys. Regardless of freedoms, free enterprise, etc. The rest of the world should not change things to suit you, PERIOD. It was very simple for people to get involved.". 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. Five Guys regular size fry, which is probably the most commonly ordered, weighs in at 953 calories and 41 grams of fat. Even if you dont dine at 5 guys you need to remember your protocols and not just take food and assume its safe. Taquanda The burger are good when I visited there. 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. 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 The (almost) impossible-to-finish portion sizes are intentional; the burger chain doesnt want anyone finishing up a meal wishing theyd gotten more fries. While their fries are incredibly delicious, someone with a peanut allergy should not be eating there. WebFive Guys' passion for food is shared with our fans, which is why we never compromise. ", https://twitter.com/MrPeanut/status/1220013408180895745?s=20. I understand the frustration, trust me, but expecting places to cater to us is ridiculous. My husband also has severe food allergies. We're very happy with the response we're getting. They definitely dont keep it a secret about their peanuts. Why do they have the big open bins of peanuts right along side the fruit?!?! "We did the unthinkable: we created a program and an idea where Mr. Peanut dies, and dies specifically sacrificing himself for his friends, which has always been a tenet of who he is and what he does he always puts others first," Pierantozzi said. Five Guys offers complimentary peanuts to customers as a gesture of hospitality, but the snack sends a very different message to part of the population. There are plenty of other options out there. Now, I mean, if they used vegetable oil would they have a jungle of veggies all around? My thoughts they REALLY dont care to serve ALL people with knowing how widespread and growing peanut allergies are to kids and adults. Giving people free food is an easy way to keep them happy, but that still doesn't explain why Five Guys chooses peanuts over something friendlier to people with allergies. Every burger made at Five Guys is also cooked well done to avoid diners getting sick (and to avoid getting sued). 5 Guys has decided not to even try, and at least theyre up front about it. Big signs, perhaps even peanut artwork on them. you can eat the fries cooked in peanut oil. 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! And I never thought about sesame seeds giving a hard time to someone with tree nut allergy. We live in America where we believe in free enterprise. They have also been great (and we have been to 3 or 4 different locations in MA and NH) about cleaning the grill to prepare a burger for her, and then, putting it on a bed of lettuce instead of a bun (has milk/egg). "When Iron Man died, we saw an incredible reaction on Twitter and on social media. I dont know if this is also the case with peanut oil as I dont personally deal with that allergen. It turns out killing off the iconic 104-year-old nut had to do with the phenomenon of how people mourn the deaths of fictional characters, such as Iron Man, according to a creative leader behind the campaign. The chain has everything down to a sciencewhich is just part of the reason Five Guys never asks how you want your burger done. (The company's CMO left shortly after.) Sonic, McDonalds, Burger King, etc. You cannot just tell them no bun. Displaying this only on the restaurant door is a joke who reads a door as they walk in a shop? Get this delivered to your inbox, and more info about our products and services. Its not something Id wish on my worst enemy yet, we all deal with it daily, dont we? Leave the fun for those of us with other allergies. Track calories, carbs, fat, sodium, sugar & 14 other nutrients. Pierantozzi said with Mr. Peanut the shop wondered, "What would happen and how would the world react if he passed away?" They must think the axis of the earth runs through their head. Hope MY comments werent taken out of context either. This is the most important takeaway. Theres something distinct about their fries, and besides the fresh ingredients use every day, I truly believe the peanut oil adds to the unique taste. You might want to show that to the manager. These comments are GREAT! Where as places like Five Guys do advertise they have peanuts everywhere, no one advertises they use chicken products in stuff that is not chicken, mainly chicken stock. Why You Can't Get Five Guys' Free Peanuts To-Go. Its the peanuts that make them what they are, so if youre allergic, you choose another shop rather than trying to shape them to what you want.. which is already well-covered by dozens of other chains. It stays juicy that way. Each fast food joint makes them differently. Enhanced Safety: We still have peanuts available at our restaurants and we no longer keep them out in the public dining area. While bacon only adds 80 calories to your shake, it also adds 7 grams of fat and 260 milligrams of sodium. Be fair. As long as the chain fries its food in peanut oil, the free peanuts will likely remain part of its brand. We recommend our users to update the browser. Why wouldnt you do your research before you sent someone with allergies to a restaurant??????? I go to places I like and order things that I know are good and safe to eat. 5 Guys opened in my area in the last 2 years and researched before going there. But its their choice to lose the business of people that would be able to eat there if they got rid of the peanuts. It isnt anyone elses job to do that research for you. Cooks soak the potato spears in water to get rid of the starch, which helps the fries cook more check with your allergist. 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 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. 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. 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. Hopefully you have that 300 dollar epipen on ya, Yeah I always have at least one on me. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. Log food: Eat better. 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. The most important aspect of having an allergy is DOING YOUR RESEARCH! 2023 CNBC LLC. We havent tested that theory yet at home. For real. Its known that they both serve peanuts, Ive never seen a big sign at Texas Roadhouse ever. Never miss a post! My daughters most severe allergen is milk, something that is impossible to not have around. 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. Five guys (and Chick-fil-A for that matter), use peanut oil to fry their food, but it is a highly refined peanut oil that has all the peanut proteins that cause the allergic reactions stripped from it. WebThe first time I looked at Five Guys' menu, I was shocked at the range and variety available. For people with peanut allergies, every Five Guys location in the U.S. is a health hazard; the burger chain even posts signs in its windows saying as much. Five guys was ok, but so not worth the hype. Okay, a little background information here. 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. Okay, now the REAL reason Im commenting is because I am allergic to what is normally heard of as MSG. Keep em coming! It doesnt seem to be cold pressed/etc, My son just got diagnosed. So if peanuts and peanut oil is a no no avoid places that use them. I decided to go and try it. BEWARE!!!. 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. 2 min read. There are 40 other names for it including citric acid and barley malt. "I think it was written beautifully and struck the right tone," Pierantozzi said. The other night, my older son invited four of his friends to sleep over. Therefore, we cannot eat fries at all the typical fast food joints. 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. However, he is NOT sensitive to peanuts. I was amazed when I saw all the peanut warnings but liked that they said the only gluten in the store was the buns. Their job is to serve what they want seeing it was their vision, money and hard with that went into it. 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. Its not rocket science to deduce that heftier portions of fried food translates to heftier amounts of fat, calories, and sodium. WebRestaurant menu, map for Five Guys located in 01907, Swampscott MA, 980 Paradise Rd Ste 2. Our doctor said as long as he doesnt ingest, he should be fine. 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. I teach my managers that if people arent complaining, then youre not giving them enough, said Murrell. Its kind of the same thing with grocery stores. There are so many allergy friendly places you can eat. "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.". Great debate. Regardless of WHAT allergy it is, we all have a hard time trying to ensure the safety of our kids. Our growth has been tremendous, but there is still so much more to go. 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. Geesh. A Five Guys Burgers opened in my area recently. 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. and from im reading the peanut oil used at five guys should be safe for people with a peanut allergy. I had no idea that a burger restaurant would use peanut oil. I walked past the entrance going past a bunch of large farm sacks, got to the counter, and only then realised about the peanuts. I have to be able to read the ingredients. Thats all. 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. Q: What type of peanut oil does Five Guys use? One of my girls is ingestion type peanut allergy. So youre right, our ENTIRE food allergy community needs to stay together. WebFive Guys was The Place to get a fresh, juicy burger with all the toppings you could stuff between fresh-baked buns. "So we definitely considered that. But we don`t take the chance just in case it isn`t pure and may have a stray peanut protein in there someqhere. While I understand that people who are allergic to peanut oil cant eat there, they can eat all of the other Canola oil users which is just about all of them. I am cautious of bringing him into the restaurant as we dont know to what extent his allergy is. From now on, he can stick to Unos and other allergy-friendly restaurants. another is inhalation type, so she only needs to SMELL any peanut product and she has a reaction. Its just something to keep in mind when ordering, even if its just to avoid wasting food. 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. Actually, Jan, I dont agree that its clearly posted. 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!! I had no idea there were so many people without common sense. Eat Five Guys' burgers. Its a terrible allergy to have, and Five Guys is one of the few places I can actually have a full meal and not just fries and fruit like some places. A: Our buns contain eggs, soy, dairy and gluten. And for me the peanuts add to the fun of Five Guys. WebGet nutrition information for Five Guys items and over 200,000 other foods (including over 3,500 brands). However, I support Five Guys. So peanut allergy people just have to learn that Five Guys is not a restaurant that they should go to. Seeing this would definitely make you inquire about the use of peanuts or peanut products in their food. So, while 5 Guys is a nightmare for anyone with a peanut allergy, it is great for my son. It's weird that yours doesn't. And, when they said the warning was in small print? Its scary thing to have allergies and easy to make mistakes but all we can do is trust God and do the best we can. Katie I have no problem with 5 Guys. Drinks. ", "I think they made it really easy for people to get involved with the idea," he said. Five Guys has become one of my fav. Burgers and Peanuts ARE Five Guys. Some restaurants dont even know the oil they use. Planters has explained why it killed off Mr. PeanutHere's why, With staples at all-time highs, technician gives his catch-up trade. Every kitchen I've ever worked in has been very mindful of allergies, to the point of panicking when a server would inform us of a customer with a Were just lucky, I guess. Kelly I had no idea. Massachusetts; Swampscott; Five Guys; Five Guys (781) 595-1300. Thankfully my husband emerged unscathed, but for the grace of God. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. I also think with an increase in takeaways through services like Deliveroo the allergen warning should be clear on that and try and educate people who want to eat it at their desk in the office that they should check people in the near area dont have peanut allergies. Get with the fucking times man, you're missing out. Hi there, We watch environments. By comparison, Hyundai's teaser on YouTube had about 73,000 views and Olay's had nearly 17,000 Thursday afternoon. Its not easy, esp in a social setting, like when they are with peers. Opt to do your research before entering an establishment. 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. Is this not actually the case for most people with peanut allergies? Id heard that 5 Guys used peanut oil, but I had no idea about the peanuts on the table. 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. 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. The boys loved it. We encourage fans to tune in to Mr. Peanut's funeral during the third quarter of the Super Bowl to celebrate his life. Its a pity that the Norwell Mariner doesnt post all of their articles online because Laura Anderson wrote an engaging, serious piece about her familys experience (with some appropriate humor thrown in perfectly). 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. Unfortunately, my own sister recently plopped a plate of brownies with what looked like peanut butter chips in them. Not wanting my younger son to feel left out, I planned for my husband to take him to dinner at the new Five Guys Burgers restaurant that just opened in town. Anyone that has ever been inside a Five Guys for even a few minutes can tell you there's one pretty specific item that separates it from the average McDonald's the peanuts. 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. tl;dr Dude Kelly, Ive never heard the theory youre referring to. Oh, and the burger??? They even ask you not to take Peanuts outside. And lets not forget that so many, many people have non-Big 8 allergies. It's such a strange phenomenon," Pierantozzi said. Places like Red Robin get our business because they go so far out of the way to feed my child safely. They offered me a lettuce wrap instead of a bun for my burger. As the schools have. Well, according to a report by Mashed, there is a reason for it and its quite interesting! Learn why Five Guys makes the unhealthiest fries in America. 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. . 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. 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. Her work has also appeared in Business Insider, Parents magazine, CreakyJoints, and the Baltimore Sun. We want to hear from you. There are plenty of restaurants that I would not walk into because I know I will get glutened even though I order gluten-free. The specifics of what will happen in Planters' actual Super Bowl spot aren't clear, and conspiracy theories on Twitter are abounding. If they were made to get rid of peanuts or to stop cooking their food in peanut oil, their food would taste different and they would be just like many other ho-hum burger shops. 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. The point of sharing the article was to provide information rather than suggest they should change who they feel they are. That is just plain stupid in my opinion. They might have had some notice up about how they cook their fries I seem to remember. For those of you that have nut allergies, obviously you cant prove or disprove this. AllergyEats is the leading guide to finding food allergy-friendly restaurants (and those not so friendly) across the United States. Peanut oil is a great healthier alternative for my other kids. 225 calories. Other brands, including Skippy peanut butter, Budweiser, Syfy, Shake Shack and more, did just that. 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. Usually peanuts in their shells dont bother me, however peanut oil in the air does effect me. We learned our son was allergic to peanuts when we gave peanut butter to him at 1. The brand says Mr. Peanut's funeral will be the subject of its Super Bowl spot. Then go to Texas Roadhouse Janet. Very likely cross contaminated according to the lady behind the till. He is sensitive to so much stuff that eating out became a big no, no. On March 10, 2017, he returned to Massachusetts. Thanks for heads up Allergy Eats! "He will be remembered as the legume who always brought people together for nutty adventures and a good time. We feel like we nailed the tone.". She was pretty bad as an infant with it but we have since been able to give her limited amounts. There are tons of people with allergies, but its still a small portion of the population. And most importantly, as Sherlock would say Do your reasearch. Thats capitalism. This hands-off approach is meant to ensure the meat stays juicy. Further, while dairy is difficult (one of my children has it), I would go on to say that corn and soy are even much more difficult. Mike Not every restaurant is going to be able to accommodate every food allergy. Supposedly, highly refined oil has none of the proteins left in it. 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. I noticed that the large sacks were labelled peanuts on the way out. 1 serving (35g) Nutrition Facts. But you know what isnt hard to miss? But unlike whole peanuts, it's much easier for someone to accidentally eat a french fry fried in peanut oil without realizing it. The world does not revolve around you and this is the least to complain about when it is SO EASY to avoid. When I read the comment that someone wasnt warned about the peanut oil in the burgers, I took a long sigh. if you have an allergy in your family, why dont you educate yourselves!! In fact, of individuals with food allergies, my informal study of AllergyEats members shows that their are 23 allergies which more than 2% of our population have!!! A: Although it is rare that a casual encounter with peanuts will cause an allergic reaction, we want to limit the risk of someone unknowingly coming into contact with peanuts. Five Guys Menu. it is the protein in peanuts that you are allergic to. Sign in. At Five Guys, burgers take a little longer to cook because the employees cannot press their spatula on the patty. Pierantozzi said with such a serious subject, creatives have to toe a certain line and approach it with empathy. A plain Five Guys milkshake contains 670 calories, 32 grams of fat, and 360 milligrams of sodium. Ive done it before, and no apologies, I think their free peanuts bring in lots of customers and lots of repeat customers. Im more willing to over You can find her on Instagram @marissasimonian. 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. Anthony, who had allergies to peanuts, milk and eggs as well as asthma, went to a local Five Guys So cry me a river! 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. Its a very small sign that my husband I both missed when entering the restaurant. . I never go back to those restaurants. Im sorry those of you with peanut allergies cant enjoy their food, but, for me its a win-win situation. In fact, I personally agree with those who suggest that Five Guys should do whatever they want, and I applaud the chain for trying to be upfront about their peanut fetish. Well have to do without our Five Guys burgers and theyll have to do without our dollars. 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). Wed rather too many than not enough! First of all, it is quite bizarre to say you never ever had peanuts in your life. The only thing that make sense if you never had peanuts is if you Its right there on the menu in big letters.. Interesting at this day and age with so many food allergies that restaurants arent accommodating! ), 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. None in the home. 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. Its none of my business. He said it needs to hit the right note between humor and solemnity. My daughter has a peanut allergy, so I wont be taking her to Five Guys for sure. And when I emailed the company to tell them that, they never got back to me which I thought was pretty rude. Try finding restaurants that are soy free! WebCheck out the Five Guys menu. I walked in to a Five Guys as my other half suggested it. 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. 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. The list is too long to print here, but two of the many items on his list are white potatoes and peanuts. Also it's meant to be so refined that it shouldn't cause a reaction but it's 100% safer to not test it and we're told not to serve fries for peanut allergies. But dont complain because one restaurant uses peanut oil and has peanuts. Instead, Five Guys wants you to complain about their fries. What do you think about Five Guys free peanuts? Once the potatoes are chopped, they dont go straight in the fryer. 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. And warnings posted throughout their restaurant. Peanuts, Burgers, and Fries are Five Guys. "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. According to Stan Phelps, the snack may double as a warning sign. It was a death trap, my husband replied, in all seriousness. Since labeling of soy oil is not required, I cant trust restaurants that just have a checklist of the allergens for each food. 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. Like the author, our family attempted to go to Five Guys, not knowing the danger that lurked inside. If you dont like it, then dont go there. Marissa Laliberte-Simonian is a London-based associate editor with the global promotions team at WebMDs Medscape.com and was previously a staff writer for Reader's Digest. Do I wish they would drop the whole peanut thing, and make it safe for everyone? As Mashed reports, there's a clever reason behind this baffling business tactic. Fast food customers used In the smallest of print there are warning signs on bags and cans and packages of food stating, This product was made in a plant (on machines) where nuts (dairy etc.) 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. Donna From what I remember they dont have much for people with a dairy allergy either. [Some] people complain that they get too many fries. 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. 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.". Just trying to further add to the info sharing. Would have thought that would be universal. Paul J Richards/Getty Images. Being a burger aficionado (not something I usually brag about), I was excited to give it a shot. A: We use 100% peanut oil. Fast food customers used to snappy service may get impatient while waiting for a burger at Five Guys. Like Logans, my family, close friends, and myself will support their business. 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