I swear, some people are so self-centered. Theres no reason to have peanuts all over, they are doing exactly what they said they try not to exclude a group of people. "I think it was written beautifully and struck the right tone," Pierantozzi said. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. At Five Guys, burgers take a little longer to cook because the employees cannot press their spatula on the patty. I only saw signs stating how great their food was and look on Zagat. WebFive Guys has been a Washington, DC area favorite since 1986 when Jerry and Janie Murrell offered sage advice to the four young Murrell brothers:"Start a business or go to college. The business route won and the Murrell family opened a carry-out burger joint in Arlington Virginia. You certainly wouldn't find yourself getting a stern talking-to from the manager or upset anyone by taking a few handfuls of the many, many peanuts to snack on during the ride home. Sad that we will never be able to try a 5 guys burger! 10718 Richmond Highway, Lorton, VA 22079 USA. While their fries are incredibly delicious, someone with a peanut allergy should not be eating there. Haven't died. And most importantly, as Sherlock would say Do your reasearch. Q: Why cant we take peanuts outside? They have accepted the fact that theyll lose the peanut-allergic community. the whole peanuts laying around can definitely be a problem, though. We are no longer supporting IE (Internet Explorer) as we strive to provide site experiences for browsers that support new web standards and security practices. Our growth has been tremendous, but there is still so much more to go. One of my girls is ingestion type peanut allergy. 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. 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. The fries are precooked for a few minutes to get rid of excess water, then set aside until customers are ready for a fresh batch. Five Guys exclusively uses peanut oil to fry its food. I personally would call them 5 GUYS and NUTS! I never go back to those restaurants. There is also a sign by the front door of each restaurant stating that peanut oil is used, and that there are open containers of peanuts in the restaurant. Im another person with Celiac that cant have gluten containing foods. 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. He said the agency was looking to see how Planters could really line up with culture in a way that would explode. A 2017 case involving a 23-year-old man dying from an allergic reaction after eating Five Guys (as noted by Allergic Living) perhaps only added to the increased The thing is, the restaurant has every right to serve peanuts however theyd like, but my beef is, they had a teeny, tiny warning sign on the door that we didnt even notice. Its not the mounds of peanuts everywhere, its the oil that the food is cooked in. 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. I am a mom to peanut/tree nut allergic child and before I go to any new restaurant I always inquire what their policy is towards food allergies. While bacon only adds 80 calories to your shake, it also adds 7 grams of fat and 260 milligrams of sodium. They would blow across the sidewalk where my anaphylactic son would have to wade through them to get to class. My daughter is severely allergic to milk and egg proteins, so, like others with food allergies, we are restricted when it comes to dining out. 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. I heard all the fuss about 5 guys and that they served peanuts so we made a decision never to eat there. Being a burger aficionado (not something I usually brag about), I was excited to give it a shot. I have one child with nut allergies, so he doesnt eat at Five Guys. Although the company admits that it is rare that simple contact with peanuts could cause a severe allergic reaction, they still want to limit the risk of causing an unfortunate health issue. Im certainly not an allergist, but I personally wouldnt take the chance (unless the Drs office wants me eating fries there in a food challenge). Give us this one. Everytime, ALWAYS. Just about any roadhouse/saloon style steakhouse you go to has mass quantities of peanuts as well. I have two children with food allergies and we have to be very careful where we eat. I looked up subway bread ingredients and some of the breads have over 40 ingredients. Five Guys notes the use of peanut oil on its menu, but the boxes overflowing with peanuts are much harder to ignore. My daughter has a peanut allergy, so I wont be taking her to Five Guys for sure. I love the fact that Five Guys uses peanut oil!!! 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!! Very likely cross contaminated according to the lady behind the till. The brand says Mr. Peanut's funeral will be the subject of its Super Bowl spot. 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. He ultimately is the one that keeps our kids safe. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. I was amazed when I saw all the peanut warnings but liked that they said the only gluten in the store was the buns. I personally encountered 5 guys in Fort Collins Colorado. Find menus. And the government doesnt require those to be listed as allergens, so I can only eat if they provide an ingredients list.) Of course, there's no one to really say you can't do it. Facebook. So the solution is simple. Okay, now the REAL reason Im commenting is because I am allergic to what is normally heard of as MSG. Geesh. The popularity of Five Guys Menu place is not only due to its delicious burgers and fries but also because it offers one of the best customer service experiences you can have at a fast-food restaurant. I know another Five Guys I walked past once where there were no peanut sacks between the entrance and the till. Web866-345-GUYS (4897) Five Guys Enterprises, LLC. I think they should at least have a large sign on the door, like Texas Roadhouse, warning peanut allergic folks not to even come in. But you know what isnt hard to miss? 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. Were just lucky, I guess. Or why cook the fries in peanut oil instead of vegetable oil? Janessa There is a peanut warning posted on their front door There are plenty of other options out there. 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. 225 calories. Also, had I been the gentleman, I would have left. He loves burgers and fries, so it is highly likely that we may have ventured there. In 2017, a former Five Guys employee revealed a simple explanation for the peanut bins in a Reddit AMA. Five Guys might be known for its burgers, but its just as famous for its french fries. My husband also has severe food allergies. I agree that we cant, and shouldnt, expect every restaurant to cater to our community. another is inhalation type, so she only needs to SMELL any peanut product and she has a reaction. This is the one resturant I can go to and actually enjoy a REAL french fry. Even if you dont dine at 5 guys you need to remember your protocols and not just take food and assume its safe. Peanut oil is processed and purified which removes the proteins that can cause the allergic reaction. Couldnt have said it better. If you'd like some peanuts with your meal or while you wait for your order, just Im in Northern Virginia, where Five Guys originated, so Ive been around the restaurant for quite awhile. Nationwide's 2015 ad that showed a boy who had died and could never grow up weirded out viewers. We all have to do it at times. I don't know, but if you or someone with you has a peanut allergy, regardless of the severity, it'd be safer not to set foot in there. Allergies, e We watch environments. We havent tested that theory yet at home. our one girl is also allergic to anything in the legume family, as peanuts are was sitting in the lawn in shorts. I had no idea of the peanut situation. Try finding restaurants that are soy free! So it`s possible it wouldn`t harm someone peanut-allergic. 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. So I cannot imagine your struggle. Sign in. Peanut allergy here. Kelly, Ive never heard the theory youre referring to. 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 yes, there are peanuts everywhere. Five Guys' fries have gone viral after a cook showed how they're made. I understand the frustration, trust me, but expecting places to cater to us is ridiculous. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); I had never been in a Five Guys Burgers before, but had heard good things. WebBecause 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 peanut is miniscule, and Five Guys People love Five Guys burgers, but not everyone can enjoy their food particularly if they have a peanut allergy. As an aside, I published this entry for informational sake, not to pass judgement. I heard theyre not so great anyway. 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. And I never thought about sesame seeds giving a hard time to someone with tree nut allergy. Regardless of freedoms, free enterprise, etc. Fast food customers used A: Over the past 20 years, peanuts have become part of the Five Guys identity. Please dont think of us peanut moms as being unreasonable. I remember doing that with my oldest. Can they not put them in a bin with a lid along with all the other bulk nuts and bulk goods? I think its crazy and highly entitled for people to think that restaurants should cater to every allergy out there. As Mashed reports, there's a clever reason behind this baffling business tactic. This hands-off approach is meant to ensure the meat stays juicy. Someone may even sue and say, .. but they didnt TELL me. Why You Can't Get Five Guys' Free Peanuts To-Go. He is sensitive to so much stuff that eating out became a big no, no. The burger joint has a few secrets that make those greasy fries oh-so-addictiveand unhealthy. This week, snack brand Planters released a dramatic video showing the apparent death of its animated mascot, Mr. Peanut. . So everyone complaining about Five Guys peanuts just needs to get a grip. Q: Do any Five Guys products contain soy or dairy? Its not something Id wish on my worst enemy yet, we all deal with it daily, dont we? Its kind of the same thing with grocery stores. We recommend our users to update the browser. , I personally am super happy that they use peanut oil to cook their fries! I did not see the signs on the outside of the restaurant stating they use peanut oil before entering. 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). So we left. And I am thankful that this site gives me info bc I had no idea about the peanut thing at this restaurant. When I read the comment that someone wasnt warned about the peanut oil in the burgers, I took a long sigh. Burgers. Our allergist explained the process of how they make the peanut oil and that since they remove the protein there are many people who can still have food cooked in it and not cause a reaction. WebFive Guys was The Place to get a fresh, juicy burger with all the toppings you could stuff between fresh-baked buns. Katie, peanuts are certainly not the only food allergy. I have several food sensitivities/allergies and the entitled attitude in a few of these comments is too much. Or if a worker were to make a simple/stupid mistake thats not worth the risk of implementing alternative cooking methods for their fries. It is perfectly safe to eat 5 Guys french fries with a peanut allergy. Its for this reason that if the only soy product in an item is soybean oil, under law it is excluded from having to be listed as containing soy. They definitely dont keep it a secret about their peanuts. I of course frequent restaurants that can cater to us but I do not hold it against a restuarant that cant. 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. My daughters most severe allergen is milk, something that is impossible to not have around. There were bags of peanuts stacked everywhere. 5 Guys opened in my area in the last 2 years and researched before going there. My husband thinks Im trying to kill him but I swear that Im not. 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. Well, first off, that is completely subjective, and I believe completely false. Making Mealtime Meaningful: See How Were Giving Back with the New 12 Tomatoes Cares Program , Why Five Guys Offers Free Peanuts To Its Customers. Don't eat the fries. 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. Its not a big deal to me at all. However, despite some people having allergies, Five 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. Sorry about the tone, but Im just so sick and tired of everyone whining about everything these days. But we don`t take the chance just in case it isn`t pure and may have a stray peanut protein in there someqhere. Have you been to a Five Guys Burgers and Fries? It is called sacrifice. Fortunately their burgers and fries are nothing special, so youre not really missing anything. 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. Use the AllergyEats website, blog, and app to plan your trips and for unplanned stops along the way. I actually ordered from the take out counter, I will check it out next time. Kinda made me uncomfortable but I mean I was high i don't know what to tell ya. Most people with soy allergies can still eat soybean oil (depending on how it is processed or expressed), however she happens to be one of the people who cannot even eat soybean oil in any form. I dont want to walk into a restaurant and go into anaphylactic shock and/or suffocate from my throat swelling up. Glad to know so I never take my girls there!! Katie My comment wasnt meant to start a what allergy is the hardest debate. 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. This includes, but is certainly not limited to, the chain's fries. Thats capitalism. 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 dont expect to be able to eat at Long John Silvers, Red Lobster, or Joes Crab Shack. 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. "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. They might have had some notice up about how they cook their fries I seem to remember. BEWARE!!!. 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. Thanks for the heads up. btw, my oldest girl also has allergies to plantain, melons, dairy, and a long list of other allergens. 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. 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. I am very vocal about it because of this flippant attitude. "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.". 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 get that peanuts are Five Guys thing, but why have bins everywhere and on the walls? 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. 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 Five Guys has a giant box of free peanuts by the counter. Their burger was mediocre at best, the atmosphere was just like any other fast food place. Tasted like it was from Rallys to me! It's such a strange phenomenon," Pierantozzi said. The all-you-can-eat peanuts give them something to do besides complaining and holding up the line even further. According to Stan Phelps, the snack may double as a warning sign. Actually, Jan, I dont agree that its clearly posted. I teach my managers that if people arent complaining, then youre not giving them enough, said Murrell. The chain has everything down to a sciencewhich is just part of the reason Five Guys never asks how you want your burger done. I've never been in a Five Guys that wasn't absolutely filled with peanuts. I did notice a box of peanuts next to the order line. [At this point, the author shares how allergy-friendly Unos is and the boys great experience there that night. Our doctor said as long as he doesnt ingest, he should be fine. Mike Pierantozzi, group creative director at Planters' agency, VaynerMedia, explained why it killed off the mascot. Eat Five Guys' burgers. I respect the restaurants that provide information that allow us manage our/our kids allergies. they dont realize that residue remains. Just trying to further add to the info sharing. . In fact, all Five Guys locations across the US have a sign in their windows warning potential diners of the peanut dangers. Just because you or a family member has an allergy doesnt make a restaraunt a death trap. 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. A couple summers ago, we discovered how bad it can be. have u ever had chic fil a? Now, you can eat the fries cooked in peanut oil. A: Our buns contain eggs, soy, dairy and gluten. Five Guys isnt even all that. By comparison, Hyundai's teaser on YouTube had about 73,000 views and Olay's had nearly 17,000 Thursday afternoon. 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. I must say, though, that I think this has been the BEST discussion weve ever had on this blog. 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. I decided to go and try it. [Some] people complain that they get too many fries. And when I emailed the company to tell them that, they never got back to me which I thought was pretty rude. Every burger made at Five Guys is also cooked well done to avoid diners getting sick (and to avoid getting sued). Thats fair. 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