Five Guys

5 ratings
$ • Fast Food Restaurant
Reported NOT to have a gluten-free menu, but gluten-free options are available
Reported GF menu options: Burgers, Fries

Warning

This is a chain, which typically means a high risk of cross-contact. It may not be possible to dine safely at this establishment.

116 East El Camino Real
Sunnyvale, CA 94087

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Celiac

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The staff takes gluten allergies very seriously. You can choose to have your burger wrapped in lettuce or just in a bowl. Also since all they fry are fries the fryer is GF!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Asymptomatic Celiac

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I love Five Guys. I like their burgers and fries more than In-n-Out as they are both more substantial and allow for more customization on the burgers.

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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I visit there on a regular basis, pleasantly surprised by not having to explain my needs I have watched my food being prepared and saw the effort to avoid cross contamination considering this is a burger-hot dog place

Updated 7 years ago read full review

This establishment is NOT a dedicated gluten-free facility and may not be safe for those with celiac disease. Please contact the establishment directly to inquire about safety precautions.

Gluten-Free Features

  • Allergen List
  • Burgers
  • Fries

Categories

  • Fast Food
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Takeout

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Gluten Sensitive

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LOVE LOVE LOVE the fries! HATE HATE HATE the burgers- greasy and flavorless. They must be good w/ the gluten bun to soak up the grease. So I only buy he fries there and buy tacos at Rubiios next door.

Updated 9 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Finally I can have great French fries with my burger. The lettuce is wide enough to make their protein wrap manageable and the crew in Sunnyvale always wears gloves and will change them if they have touched the buns. One day they'll have GF buns but for now this is the place I go when I want a splurge without the gluten or the high price.

Updated 10 years ago read full review

Reviews of this Chain

Gluten Intolerant

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Order taker asks about allergy and informs cook staff. I like that I can see them following the protocols (change gloves, clean grill, etc). Dedicated french-fry fryer. Good food.

Quality & Quantity


How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

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Refused to even serve me they said they can’t prevent any cross contamination even though the only gluten containing item in this location is the buns. Wouldn’t change gloves or utensils or anything just told me no.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not at all

Quality & Quantity


How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Poor

Symptomatic Celiac

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April 26, 2014. These guys handle the 'Allergy burger' very well. Ask for it by that name, they'll know how to treat your food prep. They have a dedicated frier and make a mean lettuce wrapped burger. I always order extra lettuce and they don't fall apart. I never have an issue with cross-contamination at this chain.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer

Quality & Quantity


How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Symptomatic Celiac

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They were so careful when preparing my burger and french fries. They do not have gluten free buns. The fries are safe to eat. I order a burger without a bun and bring in my own bun.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Overall Rating

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Ordered burger with no bun. Guy was helpful in answering questions. They hard a list of ingredients for different sauces. And marked it was for allergy on the order.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
  • Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

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Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Offers delivery
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating

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