The McDonald's allergen menu shows which of the 9 major food allergens are in each item, from milk and wheat to peanuts and sesame. On the McDonald's allergen menu, wheat shows up in nearly every main item, and in the U.S. the World Famous Fries contain milk from the natural beef flavor, so they are not dairy free. Mcdonalds allergen menu info is in the official nutrition calculator.
This guide covers the McDonald's 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 McDonald's allergen information; this page is independent and updated for October 2026.
See the McDonald's guide, the McDonald's menu prices and all restaurant allergen menus.
Big 9 allergens
What allergens are on the McDonald's allergen menu?
McDonald's and the 9 major food allergens
The McDonald's allergen menu lists milk, eggs, wheat, soy and fish among its ingredients, while peanuts, tree nuts and shellfish are not used as ingredients. Cross contact is still possible in every kitchen.
McDonald's allergen menu at a glance
| Allergen | Used at McDonald's? | Where you will find it |
|---|---|---|
| Milk | Used | Fries, hash browns, cheese, biscuits, hotcakes, shakes |
| Eggs | Used | McChicken, Big Mac sauce, mayo, tartar sauce, breakfast eggs |
| Wheat | Used | Nearly all buns, breading and fries |
| Soy | Used | Big Mac sauce, some dipping sauces |
| Peanuts | Not used | Not used as an ingredient |
| Tree nuts | Not used | Not used as an ingredient |
| Fish | Used | Filet-O-Fish |
| Shellfish | Not used | No shellfish on the U.S. menu |
| Sesame | Ask | Not itemized in the published guide, so ask staff |
Chart
McDonald's allergen chart for popular items
Which allergens each item contains
The McDonald's allergen menu chart below shows the major allergens in McDonald's's most popular items, so you can spot milk, egg, wheat and soy at a glance.
McDonald's allergen menu chart
| Menu item | Contains |
|---|---|
| World Famous Fries | Milk, wheat (natural beef flavor) |
| Hash Browns | Milk, wheat |
| Chicken McNuggets | Wheat |
| Big Mac | Wheat, milk, egg, soy |
| Hamburger | Wheat |
| Quarter Pounder with Cheese | Wheat, milk |
| Filet-O-Fish | Fish, wheat, milk, egg |
| McChicken | Wheat, egg |
| Egg McMuffin | Wheat, milk, egg |
| Apple Slices | None of the 9 |
Items and recipes change, so always confirm with the latest official allergen guide before you order.
Gluten free
Is anything gluten free at McDonald's?
Gluten free picks and what to avoid
Very little is gluten free at McDonald's in the U.S.: wheat is in nearly every main item, including the fries, so apple slices, plain scrambled eggs and oatmeal are the main wheat free picks.
McDonald's gluten free guide
| Item | Gluten free? | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Apple Slices | Yes | |
| Plain scrambled eggs | Yes | No muffin |
| Fruit and Maple Oatmeal | No wheat | Oats may not be certified |
| World Famous Fries | No | Wheat in beef flavor |
| Buns and McNuggets | No | Contain wheat |
Allergy friendly
What can you eat at McDonald's with a food allergy?
Picks by allergy and diet
With a food allergy you can still eat at McDonald's: hamburger, McDouble without cheese, McNuggets, Apple Slices for dairy free, and the table below covers each major allergy.
McDonald's allergy friendly picks
| Allergy or diet | Safer picks | Avoid |
|---|---|---|
| Dairy free | Hamburger, McDouble without cheese, McNuggets, Apple Slices | Fries, hash browns, cheese, shakes |
| Egg free | Hamburger, cheeseburger, McNuggets, fries | McChicken, Big Mac, mayo, breakfast eggs |
| Peanut and tree nut | Core menu is made without peanuts and tree nuts | Check toppings and limited time desserts |
| Soy free | Hamburger, fries, McNuggets | Big Mac and its sauce, some dips |
| Gluten free | Apple Slices, plain eggs | Buns, breading, fries |
| Fish free | Everything except Filet-O-Fish | Filet-O-Fish |
Cross contact
Does McDonald's use shared fryers or peanut oil?
Fryers, oils and cross contact
McDonald's fries in a canola, corn and soybean oil blend, and fried items can share fryers, so cross contact is possible.
McDonald's fryer and oil facts
| Topic | What to know |
|---|---|
| Oil | Canola, corn and soybean blend |
| Fries | Contain wheat and milk (beef flavor) |
| Cross contact | Shared fryers possible, butter on some grills |
How to order
How do you order safely from the McDonald's allergen menu?
Step by step
To order safely from the McDonald's 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 McDonald's 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 McDonald's allergen menu.
- 6
Carry your medicine
Bring epinephrine if your doctor prescribed it.
Official source
Where can you find the official McDonald's allergen menu?
Official allergen and nutrition info
The official McDonald's allergen menu information is published by McDonald's online, and it is the source to trust because recipes change during the year.
Official source: McDonald's nutrition calculator. Searching for the McDonalds allergen menu? It is the same McDonald's guide summarized here.
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
McDonald's allergen menu ordering tips
How to eat out safely
To use the McDonald's 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
Shared fryers.
- 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.
Burger King
Gluten free: No GF bunsView allergen menu →
Wingstop
Gluten free: Classic wings, check fryerView allergen menu →
In-N-Out
Gluten free: Protein StyleView allergen menu →
Shake Shack
Gluten free: GF bun, lettuce wrapView allergen menu →
CAVA
Gluten free: Most bowlsView allergen menu →
Qdoba
Gluten free: Bowls and cornView allergen menu →Explore
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FAQ
McDonald's allergen menu FAQs
Q1Does McDonald's have an allergen menu?
Yes. McDonald's publishes allergen information online, and this McDonald's allergen menu guide summarizes it item by item.
Q2Is McDonald's gluten free?
Very little is gluten free at McDonald's in the U.S.: wheat is in nearly every main item, including the fries, so apple slices, plain scrambled eggs and oatmeal are the main wheat free picks.
Q3Does McDonald's use shared fryers or peanut oil?
McDonald's fries in a canola, corn and soybean oil blend, and fried items can share fryers, so cross contact is possible.
Q4What can I eat at McDonald's with a dairy allergy?
Safer dairy free picks include hamburger, McDouble without cheese, McNuggets, Apple Slices.
Q5Is the McDonald's allergen menu the same at every location?
Mostly. The McDonald's allergen menu is set by the chain, but suppliers, regional items and limited time offers can differ, so check the McDonald's allergen menu for your local store before you order.
Q6Is McDonald's safe for peanut and tree nut allergies?
Core menu is made without peanuts and tree nuts. Always confirm with staff.
Q7Is the McDonalds allergen menu the same as the McDonald's allergen menu?
Yes. The McDonalds allergen menu and the McDonald's allergen menu are the same official guide, and this page covers both.
