Dishes to Die For?
By Jean Hannah Edelstein |
Last Updated May 07, 2018
Food allergies can put a real damper on dining out. It’s embarrassing having to explain your allergies again and again to servers, and it’s downright scary if they don’t take you seriously. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve had to kick off brunch or dinner by explaining that shellfish could really kill me. It’s a conversation that can put a damper on a fun meal out.
But there are plenty of spots in Queens where the team will go the extra mile to ensure that you can enjoy a great meal without breaking out in a rash, or worse. Here are a few to get you started. Remember: Even if you think it’s super unlikely, it’s always worth mentioning your allergy to wait staff so that it’s at the top of their minds.
Thirsty Koala
Why We Love It: Astoria’s take on Australian cuisine is served up in a restaurant that’s hypersensitive to folks who need to stay away from gluten. Thanks to the gluten-free flour mix they make in-house, long-...
Snowdays
Why We Love It: The next time your lactose-loving friends invite you out for a cooldown dessert, insist on Snowdays in Flushing or Forest Hills. Here, you can order shaved vegan coconut ice cream and top it with...
Uma's
Why We Love It: If you’re allergic to seafood like I am, kosher cuisine is a great goto. Kosher rules ban shellfish consumption, so you can be certain there’s no chance of crustacean contamination in the kitchen...
Samudra Vegetarian Restaurant & Chaat House
Why We Love It: Queens’ wonderland of East Asian food is likely a no-go if you’re worried about a peanut allergy. But don’t get sad: Go to Jackson Heights. This veggie joint serves dishes from both the north...
