Gluten-Free at Jamba

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. 😊

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

— Not very

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

Other Characteristics

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

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.

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

— Not at all

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

— Excellent

Easy grab and very little chances of cross. Happy to have it available

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

— Very

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

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

They say to notify them of allergies but they take ZERO precautions when making the drink. NOT SAFE

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

— Not at all

Most everything on the menu is gluten free, they made my smoothie in less than 3 minutes and were very friendly.

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

— Somewhat

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegetarian options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers online ordering

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.

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

— Somewhat

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

This is one of my Airport Celiac safe go-to stops. I've had the super-blends many times and never gotten sick.

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

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much

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

— Excellent

Tasty fruit juices and smoothies.

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

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

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

The allergen menu on the website is very helpful, and the manager was very conscientious about ensuring that I did not have anything with wheat or dairy. He accommodated my needs. Highly recommend if you are in terminal one.

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

— Very

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

They were willing to double-check ingredients and prepare my smoothie with CC in mind. So far, I feel fine - and the smoothie was delicious.

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

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

The only gluten is in the hot food items, which are cooked in a separate area. If you tell them you have a gluten allergy, they'll check with you to make sure the smoothie prep process is safe for you. All smoothies are GF. I think the Boosts have gluten, but I confirmed that they're stored separately and aren't touched with any shared cookware.

I have been 5 times in the past few weeks and haven't been glutened.

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

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?

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering

Jamba Juice is a smoothie place. The staff is knowledgeable and the majority of there stuff is gluten free, with dairy free and vegan options as well! Taste is fantastic.

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
• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good with other allergies

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

— Somewhat

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options

Jamba Juice goodness but a little bit slow. Jamba Juice is always safe for celiacs and they keep the wheat grass separate. Yummy smoothies that are perfect for a hot day. Slow service and location in the busy heart of the mall (food court) bring this one down a star.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Not a real meal, but website lists allergens, the staff was willing to switch gloves, wash the blender with soap and water, etc. TBD on how it goes!

Drinks are safe (have been there previously and it was fine) but the service was bad. The cashier laughed at me when I said I was gluten free and had an allergy. The manager laughed too, and they both seemed high. Don't go here.

No complaints here, kinda stuck to the drinks but that's what this business is about anyway. Why make it complicated?

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Good smoothies! Many gf options to include milk free too.

Just tried an Apple n Greens smoothie, substituting fresh orange juice for apple juice in the recipe. Told the cashier I was "allergic to gluten" and she recommended this smoothie. There is a warning on the menu about allergies and all equipment is shared with wheat, dairy, etc. However, the blender pitchers are clean for each smoothie, so your risk is a clean (or not) blender pitcher if you're drinking all blended fruits and veggies. Finding the info on gluten free or not is not readily or clearly available, but it is there. It's on theirs paper menu, and online at the website. Do not recommend adding any powders or seeds, as I believe there is a higher risk for cross contamination and/or gluten in those ingredients. For celiac people like me, there is risk, as in all restaurants.

Celiac friendly?

No

Smoothies are gluten free. The food is probably not... The smoothies are prepared separately from the food items.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I'm obsessed with jamba. It's so healthy and delicious.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Many of their smoothies are gluten free!

All smoothies are gluten free except for Pomegranate heart healthy