Jamba

Standard Jamba juice - nothing on the menu is labeled for GF. They do have fruit, and some packaged snacks that are certified GF.

They do have an "allergy blender" in the back that they can use. I don't know how much this reduces cross-contamination but seems like it's better than nothing?

There are minimal GF options are JFK T5 so hopefully this helps someone.

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?

— Good

Updated 11 months ago read full review

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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.

Information contained in this listing is based on reports by the community. Please verify all information directly with the establishment.

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MelBuzz

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Be aware of possible cross-contact risk from non-gluten-free oat milk and tapioca boost powders that are used in some locations.

The menu calls out allergens in each item (e.g., soy, milk, nuts, wheats). All smoothies do not list wheat as an allergen on the menu.

Jamba publishes detailed ingredient lists for all their products online. Here’s a relatively recent one: https://www.jamba.com/-/media/jamba/files/jamba-nutrition-spreadsheet-2022--81622.pdf?v=1&d=20220818T083327Z

I asked the staff if wheatgrass was ever added to smoothies (thereby risking contamination of the blenders), and I was told that wheatgrass is only served as separate shots, not blended into smoothies.

Upon a search of their menu for common gluten-containing ingredients like wheat, barley, rye, malt, brewer’s (not baker’s) yeast, and non-gluten-free oats, I was impressed with how few items contain these. Really, just the baked goods are gluten-based.

Based on my search, I suggest avoiding the açai bowls, as they tend to contain whole-grain oats that are not marked gluten-free in their nutrition information. However, Jamba does claim to use Oatly certified gluten-free oat milk in many of its beverages, so you may want to ask if that’s the ingredient being used in the store you visit. If not, consider that all blenders could present a cross-contact risk via oat milk residue. See if you can request pre-washing your blender.

In the boost category, I noticed the Tapioca Boba boost does contain malt extract, so I’d steer away from that as well. This could also present a problem for cross-contact via residue in the blenders. If you notice this add-on is offered at the Jamba location you visit, request pre-washing the blender being used for your beverage.

I ordered an Orange Dream Machine smoothie and thoroughly enjoyed it. 😊

Safety

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

— Not very

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

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Other Characteristics

Good for kids
Good for takeout
Good selection of healthy options
Good vegan options
Good vegetarian options
Offers outdoor seating

26781 Portola Pkwy #4B, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610

Updated 4 weeks ago read full review

CESXC

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Service was not good. I asked if the smoothie was gluten and dairy free. She mentioned that it’s just strawberries and pineapples. I trusted her and she gave it to me. First sip, stomach ache. It is not dairy free after looking it up on Google. I’m not even sure if it is gluten free because it is made from purees. $10 wasted as I can’t finish it.