The Five Guys allergen menu shows which of the 9 major food allergens are in each item, from milk and wheat to peanuts and sesame. The key fact on the Five Guys allergen menu: fries are cooked in peanut oil and free peanuts are served in many restaurants, so Five Guys is not recommended for peanut allergies.
This guide covers the Five Guys allergen menu item by item: the 9 major allergens, a popular items chart, gluten free picks, shared fryers and how to order safely. We check it against the official Five Guys allergen information; this page is independent and updated for October 2026.
See the Five Guys guide and all restaurant allergen menus.
Big 9 allergens
What allergens are on the Five Guys allergen menu?
Five Guys and the 9 major food allergens
The Five Guys allergen menu lists milk, eggs, wheat, soy and peanuts among its ingredients, while tree nuts, fish and shellfish are not used as ingredients. Cross contact is still possible in every kitchen.
Five Guys allergen menu at a glance
| Allergen | Used at Five Guys? | Where you will find it |
|---|---|---|
| Milk | Used | Buns, cheese, milkshakes |
| Eggs | Used | Mayonnaise, eggs side |
| Wheat | Used | Buns, malt vinegar |
| Soy | Used | Hot dogs, mayonnaise |
| Peanuts | Used | Peanut oil for fries, bulk peanuts in store |
| Tree nuts | Not used | Reportedly not sourced |
| Fish | Not used | No fish on the menu |
| Shellfish | Not used | No shellfish on the menu |
| Sesame | Ask | Not itemized in the published guide, so ask staff |
Chart
Five Guys allergen chart for popular items
Which allergens each item contains
The Five Guys allergen menu chart below shows the major allergens in Five Guys's most popular items, so you can spot milk, egg, wheat and soy at a glance.
Five Guys allergen menu chart
| Menu item | Contains |
|---|---|
| Hamburger on bun | Wheat, milk |
| Lettuce wrap burger | None of the 9 (shared grill) |
| Cheeseburger | Wheat, milk |
| Five Guys Style Fries | Peanut (peanut oil) |
| Cajun Fries | Peanut (peanut oil) |
| Hot dog | Soy, wheat, milk (bun) |
| Mayonnaise | Egg, soy |
| Malt vinegar | Wheat |
| Milkshake | Milk |
| Toppings and grilled onions | None of the 9 |
Items and recipes change, so always confirm with the latest official allergen guide before you order.
Gluten free
Is Five Guys gluten free?
Gluten free picks and what to avoid
Five Guys is good for gluten free diners: order a burger in a lettuce wrap, and the fries have no wheat, but skip malt vinegar and the buns.
Five Guys gluten free guide
| Item | Gluten free? | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Lettuce wrap burger | Yes | |
| Fries | Yes | Peanut oil |
| Toppings and condiments | Yes | Except malt vinegar |
| Buns | No | Contain wheat |
| Malt vinegar | No | Contains wheat |
Allergy friendly
What can you eat at Five Guys with a food allergy?
Picks by allergy and diet
With a food allergy you can still eat at Five Guys: lettuce wrap burgers without cheese, fries, toppings for dairy free, and the table below covers each major allergy.
Five Guys allergy friendly picks
| Allergy or diet | Safer picks | Avoid |
|---|---|---|
| Dairy free | Lettuce wrap burgers without cheese, fries, toppings | Buns, cheese, shakes |
| Egg free | Burgers without mayo, fries | Mayo, eggs |
| Peanut and tree nut | Not recommended for peanut allergies | Fries, bulk peanuts, the whole dining room |
| Soy free | Burgers without mayo | Hot dogs, mayo |
| Gluten free | Lettuce wrap burgers, fries | Buns, malt vinegar |
| Vegan | Fries, veggie sandwich in lettuce | Meat, dairy |
Cross contact
Does Five Guys use shared fryers or peanut oil?
Fryers, oils and cross contact
Yes, Five Guys fries its fries in peanut oil, fries are the only fried item, and bulk peanuts are found throughout the restaurant.
Five Guys fryer and oil facts
| Topic | What to know |
|---|---|
| Oil | Peanut oil |
| Fried items | Fries only |
| Peanuts in store | Yes, free peanuts |
How to order
How do you order safely from the Five Guys allergen menu?
Step by step
To order safely from the Five Guys allergen menu, check the official guide first, tell the staff about your allergy, ask for fresh gloves and keep your order simple.
- 1
Check the official guide
Open the latest Five Guys allergen guide before you go.
- 2
Tell the staff
Say you have a food allergy at the start of your order.
- 3
Ask for fresh gloves
Ask the team to change gloves and use clean utensils.
- 4
Skip shared fryer items
Fried foods can share oil with allergens.
- 5
Keep it simple
Fewer sauces and toppings mean fewer hidden allergens on the Five Guys allergen menu.
- 6
Carry your medicine
Bring epinephrine if your doctor prescribed it.
Official source
Where can you find the official Five Guys allergen menu?
Official allergen and nutrition info
The official Five Guys allergen menu information is published by Five Guys online, and it is the source to trust because recipes change during the year.
Official source: Five Guys nutrition and allergen info.
Since July 1, 2026, California requires restaurant chains with 20 or more locations to disclose the 9 major allergens for every standard menu item. Learn more in our California allergen menu law guide, or compare chains on our restaurant allergen menus hub.
Tips
Five Guys allergen menu ordering tips
How to eat out safely
To use the Five Guys allergen menu well, check it every visit, avoid shared fryer items if your allergy is severe, and order simple items without sauces.
- 1
Check every visit
Recipes change during the year.
- 2
Tell the staff
Say allergy, not preference.
- 3
Fresh gloves
Ask for a glove change.
- 4
Skip sauces
Sauces hide many allergens.
- 5
Ask about fryers
Peanut oil.
- 6
Use the app
Many apps show allergens.
- 7
Go off peak
Staff have more time.
- 8
Carry medicine
Bring your epinephrine.
Explore
Explore other allergen menus
Allergen guides for other popular chains
Eating out with a food allergy? These chains publish allergen information too, each with gluten free, dairy free and nut free picks.
In-N-Out
Gluten free: Protein StyleView allergen menu →
Subway
Gluten free: No GF bread nationallyView allergen menu →
Dave's Hot Chicken
Gluten free: None, breading has wheatView allergen menu →
Popeyes
Gluten free: Naked tenders, riceView allergen menu →
Whataburger
Gluten free: Lettuce wrapView allergen menu →
Dairy Queen
Gluten free: LimitedView allergen menu →Explore
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FAQ
Five Guys allergen menu FAQs
Q1Does Five Guys have an allergen menu?
Yes. Five Guys publishes allergen information online, and this Five Guys allergen menu guide summarizes it item by item.
Q2Is Five Guys gluten free?
Five Guys is good for gluten free diners: order a burger in a lettuce wrap, and the fries have no wheat, but skip malt vinegar and the buns.
Q3Does Five Guys use shared fryers or peanut oil?
Yes, Five Guys fries its fries in peanut oil, fries are the only fried item, and bulk peanuts are found throughout the restaurant.
Q4What can I eat at Five Guys with a dairy allergy?
Safer dairy free picks include lettuce wrap burgers without cheese, fries, toppings.
Q5Is the Five Guys allergen menu the same at every location?
Mostly. The Five Guys allergen menu is set by the chain, but suppliers, regional items and limited time offers can differ, so check the Five Guys allergen menu for your local store before you order.
Q6Is Five Guys safe for peanut and tree nut allergies?
Not recommended for peanut allergies. Always confirm with staff.
