Ohana Breakfast Whole Egg Allergy Question

[unrequited23]

A party of 8 will be having breakfast at O'Hana during our upcoming trip. My mom has an allergy to whole eggs and egg heavy items like merengue or mayonnaise. She can eat food made with eggs such as cakes, meatloaf, lasagna, etc. without a problem. This is the only ADR I'm concerned with since it is served family style on the same platter. Would it be better to ask our server to bring the eggs on a separate plate or note the egg allergy on our ADR?(My mom is nervous they won't let her have any waffles.) Thanks!

 

[Lisa F]

A party of 8 will be having breakfast at O'Hana during our upcoming trip. My mom has an allergy to whole eggs and egg heavy items like merengue or mayonnaise. She can eat food made with eggs such as cakes, meatloaf, lasagna, etc. without a problem. This is the only ADR I'm concerned with since it is served family style on the same platter. Would it be better to ask our server to bring the eggs on a separate plate or note the egg allergy on our ADR?(My mom is nervous they won't let her have any waffles.) Thanks!

This is not meant to sound like an insensitive question, but if she can eat eggs in something then would it hurt her if the eggs touch the sausage? I mean can't she just skip the eggs even if it's all in the same pan? or if one particle of whole egg gets on something else will it make her sick? In my experience, disney does not do "partial" allergies. They do the full out protocol if you have an allergy. That said, i have read they have egg free mickey waffles. But I probably would want to talk to the chef in person rather than triggering the all out egg allergy protocol, but that's just me.

 

[Meldev]

A party of 8 will be having breakfast at O'Hana during our upcoming trip. My mom has an allergy to whole eggs and egg heavy items like merengue or mayonnaise. She can eat food made with eggs such as cakes, meatloaf, lasagna, etc. without a problem. This is the only ADR I'm concerned with since it is served family style on the same platter. Would it be better to ask our server to bring the eggs on a separate plate or note the egg allergy on our ADR?(My mom is nervous they won't let her have any waffles.) Thanks!

We ate here for breakfast in 2014 with our DS who is egg allergic. They prepared his waffles separately, but everything else came as is, if I recall correctly - maybe they put each item on separate plate, or maybe the eggs on a separate plate. However, we were never given the sweet breads due to his allergies (he was also listed as PA, peanut allergic)...I asked for them and they delivered it to us.
I would note the allergy in your ADR for sure, that way someone will speak to you prior to serving you - I was spoken to by nearly every chef at our reservations - you and your mother can explain her allergy and how you'd like it delivered. What is safe for her, etc...
When it comes to food allergies Disney is very accommodating and wonderful about it.
(DS had the same type of egg allergy, "superheated" eggs were fine, but quickly heated an issue - egg heavy mayonnaise, dressings, merengues were a no go)

 

[unrequited23]

My goal was to find out how difficult it would be to get the eggs on a separate plate and who/how/when I should ask for that. There is no need to trigger the complete egg protocol.
I guess I should have been clearer. Both of your replies were very helpful. Thank you.

My mom has gotten very sick from a very small (1/2"x 1/2") part of whole egg mixed in with her food before. The main concern is that with the excitement of 2 sets of grandparents, 2 kids AND Stitch we won't notice if a piece of egg gets mixed in with the potatoes. I honestly don't know who's more excited to meet Stitch my mom or my 5 yr old.

 

[Lisa F]

My goal was to find out how difficult it would be to get the eggs on a separate plate and who/how/when I should ask for that. There is no need to trigger the complete egg protocol.
I guess I should have been clearer. Both of your replies were very helpful. Thank you.

My mom has gotten very sick from a very small (1/2"x 1/2") part of whole egg mixed in with her food before. The main concern is that with the excitement of 2 sets of grandparents, 2 kids AND Stitch we won't notice if a piece of egg gets mixed in with the potatoes. I honestly don't know who's more excited to meet Stitch my mom or my 5 yr old.

I get it, I was just curious. I have a bit of a problem with pineapple in that it makes my mouth itch. Only if raw though... if cooked it is ok. When I was pregnant i was SUPER careful and we ate at both 'Ohana and Kona on that trip... it was back when 'Ohana served the pineapple with caramel sauce. Anyway it tripped what felt like a major big deal to me... which I guess is better safe than sorry but I was kind of sorry I said something when I felt like I was only being cautious in the first place. You would not want mom to get sick though! I'm sure they will be able to bring eggs on a different plate, that should not be a problem at all.

 

[mouseketeerwannabe]

As Meldev said, it would be best to note the allergy on your ADR. It's easy to go in and edit the ADR and add it. The server will see the allergy listed and have the chef come to the table to discuss your options. It's not a big deal and they are happy to make accommodations. If you don't want the chef to come out, you can simply state to the server that the only thing needed is for the eggs to be served on a separate plate. There is no need to risk your mom getting sick. My daughter has several food allergies and the chefs have always taken time to explain what they can do for her. Once we're familiar with the restaurant and options, we no longer need the chef to talk with us, we just tell the server. Chefs have made special waffles, provided gluten free cornbread, made gluten free chicken strips, etc. My daughter is also has is allergic to nuts and peppers. She loves eating at Disney because of all the choices she has that aren't always available at home.

Please don't hesitate to note the allergy on your ADR.

 

[Nancyg56]

Note the allergy and make it clear to the server that all you need is the eggs served separately. And why. You want to be sure the kitchen understands the reason. Disney is awesome at ensuring food safety.

 

[Dis703]

It sounds like she has a similar issue as myself as I have an intolerance to plain egg. If you tell them you have an allergy you may find them unwilling to provide anything containing eggs. I have read of similar experiences in the past where someone can tolerate some forms of dairy but not all. I also cannot eat a whole egg (scrambled eggs, fried eggs, etc.) but cooked into baked goods isn't a problem. I don't mention it to them at all when I go I just don't eat those items.

From what I recall of my breakfast at Ohana, it's pretty straight forward what contains egg or wouldn't and I can't see them accidentally mixing 1/2 an egg into anything. Sausage, bacon, waffles, breads all seem pretty obvious if they have egg on them vs. baked in. Sounds like the breads and waffles are safe regardless. There shouldn't be any egg in the potatoes but I could see that being a place where if they accidentally fell in you might not notice it.

Having a similar issue I personally would probably not note it as an allergy but still ask to speak to the chef and explain that baked is not a problem but that plain egg in anything could make her sick. Hopefully they don't go overboard and only serve the allergy free versions of everything else, but I think it may help if you emphasize the word intolerant or potentially not use "allergy" just say that plain egg will make her sick.

My kids can similarly eat yogurt and butter, but have allergic reactions still to milk and ice cream. Since I feel like it causes more confusion, and I worry about them taking it seriously if I tell them about it, we just always leave it as a milk allergy and have them prepare everything completely dairy free. But their reactions are severe and potentially life threatening. If I eat some egg on the other hand I will get sick but it will pass so I take a little more risk for myself. I think she needs to decide based on her own issues which might be the best way to go.

 

[bookbabe626]

Under the circumstances listed, and because she's an adult, I would not list it as an allergy on your ADR. Just ask the server to bring the eggs on a separate plate.

Disney treats all "allergy" notations on the ADR (and any mention of the word 'allergy' to a server) as an anaphylaxis level allergy issue. Most restaurants and servers take the allergy, rightly, as very serious business. If you note it as an allergy, there's a good chance Disney will play it safe and only bring her the egg-free versions of everything. They usually err on the side of caution, which is really reassuring to those of us with anaphylactic reactions to a food item.

Most often, servers won't even bring water to the table until I've talked to the chef. Even at restaurants like 'Ohana that don't serve anything containing my allergen (fish) I have to wait for the chef.

I've had a server refuse to let me order off the regular menu, and insist i order off the allergy menu, even when what I wanted absolutely didn't contain my allergen (wanted a regular bun on my burger as I'm not gluten-allergic, but he'd only bring me the allergy menu burger on the gluten-free bun).

In addition to fish, I'm also allergic to certain types of fresh fruit. I only ever check off the fish allergy on the ADR, however, because the fruit allergy is self-manageable since it's only certain fruits, and only fresh (cooked in something is fine). I just don't eat the fruit items (which are easy to see, kind of like your mom with the eggs). It's way easier than having to negotiate with the server that it's okay to bring me the banana bread pudding because it's cooked and that's not a fruit I'm allergic to anyway. And, yes, I've had those fights with servers in the past, which is why I don't list the fruit as an allergen anymore.

If it was a child with the allergy, or if the allergy was to all eggs, or if it was an anaphylactic reaction, yes, it would be safer to have all the allergen-containing foods removed from the meal. But your mom is an adult, and knows what she can eat. Just asking for the eggs on a separate plate should resolve your issues, IMO.

 

[Thing 1]

Been There... Done That. My allergy kid had the egg allergy till he was about 7. He was good with baked goods with an extended cooked time but definitely not straight eggs that are in things like sauces, etc. there is a chemical reaction that takes place during the baking process that changes the components of the egg and SOME people can handle the egg in that form. We learned at WDW an allergy is an allergy. We alway note and have a detailed conversation about his peanut allergy but learned that mentioning eggs would mean eliminating lots of foods that were safe for him. We knew what was ok so we learned to not list or mention it. What I would do is when the server brings the big plate, ask if he would bring a smaller plate of everything but the eggs. If you ask before you are likely to get the chief or manager and have to plead your case for foods that may contain eggs. I would be very kind but firm and not give a lot of details. We need a smaller platter of the other foods without eggs on the plate should be enough. Good luck.

 

[bookbabe626]

There's also the consideration that 'allergy meals' often take longer as they are prepared in a separate kitchen area to avoid cross-contamination. If she's labelled as being 'allergic to eggs' there's a good chance she'll get all egg-free foods, with a longer wait for the whole table (they wait for the allergy meal to be finished and bring everyone's food at once).

 

[unrequited23]

Thank you all for your information. I shared it with my mom and she decided that just asking our server for the eggs on a separate plate without mentioning 'allergy' once we get there is the route she prefers.

 

[heathsf]

There's also the consideration that 'allergy meals' often take longer as they are prepared in a separate kitchen area to avoid cross-contamination. If she's labelled as being 'allergic to eggs' there's a good chance she'll get all egg-free foods, with a longer wait for the whole table (they wait for the allergy meal to be finished and bring everyone's food at once).

Do all restaurants have a separate kitchen for "allergy meals"?
My daughter has never eaten food from a restaurant because I worry about cross-contamination and I'm having a hard time finding specific information on what exactly Disney does to keep guests with allergies safe.
Thanks for any info!

 

[bookbabe626]

Do all restaurants have a separate kitchen for "allergy meals"?
My daughter has never eaten food from a restaurant because I worry about cross-contamination and I'm having a hard time finding specific information on what exactly Disney does to keep guests with allergies safe.
Thanks for any info!

It's not necessarily a separate kitchen but I've been told all the table service places have a separate area of the kitchen for preparing allergy meals, and dedicated utensils, fryers, etc. They clean thoroughly between orders, which is one reason why the allergy meals sometimes take longer.

Disney is probably one of the best places to visit with allergies. They take a lot of care to ensure safety, at least at the Disney-owned table service spots. (Counter service they usually just show you an ingredients binder.) I've never felt unsafe eating at Disney.