universal and food allergies

[babyruth]

how are the restaurants in the parks with regard to peanut/tree nut allergies?

 

[schumigirl]

They are excellent.

We have a friends whose kids have serious allergies and they find Universal amazing with the help and advice they have received over the years.

They initially contacted Universal with the contact/email button on the website. Someone got back to them very quickly.

They've never had any problems.

 

[babyruth]

They are excellent.

We have a friends whose kids have serious allergies and they find Universal amazing with the help and advice they have received over the years.

They initially contacted Universal with the contact/email button on the website. Someone got back to them very quickly.

They've never had any problems.

thank you!!

 

[jagafen]

They are excellent.

We have a friends whose kids have serious allergies and they find Universal amazing with the help and advice they have received over the years.

They initially contacted Universal with the contact/email button on the website. Someone got back to them very quickly.

They've never had any problems.

It takes a few weeks to get contacted, so keep that in mind. I'm currently talking with "chef ben" for our upcoming trip. If you dig deep enough on the dining section, there's a contact button dealing specifically with allergies and other dietary needs.

Click the "contact us" tab here:
https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/things-to-do/dining/food-allergies/index.html#contact-us

 

[schumigirl]

It takes a few weeks to get contacted, so keep that in mind. I'm currently talking with "chef ben" for our upcoming trip. If you dig deep enough on the dining section, there's a contact button dealing specifically with allergies and other dietary needs.

Click the "contact us" tab here:
https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/things-to-do/dining/food-allergies/index.html#contact-us

That's a long time to wait.........they got back in touch with friends within 48 hours. When I contacted them about a seperate issue they got back to me a few days later.

 

[wellesleyprincess]

I'm trying to do more research on this before my trip in about a month. I have severe dairy and tree nut allergies and my last visit found that my choices were extremely limited and that accomdations were not plentiful. I'm hoping things have improved. My allergy-focused travel agent has recommended Margaritaville and the resort restaurants over those in the park. I'll report back once I ago.

 

[laughinplace199]

I'm trying to do more research on this before my trip in about a month. I have severe dairy and tree nut allergies and my last visit found that my choices were extremely limited and that accomdations were not plentiful. I'm hoping things have improved. My allergy-focused travel agent has recommended Margaritaville and the resort restaurants over those in the park. I'll report back once I ago.

Was wondering how your trip went and if most places were able to accommodate your allergies. We'll be there in 2 weeks and my DD is allergic to peanuts, tree nuts, and peas.

 

[mickeyluv'r]

I've always found Universal to be on par, if not better than Disney in regard to food allergies, and we don't contact them before we arrive. I'm not saying it is a bad idea in the case of multiple allergies, but just a peanut/treenut allergy they can handle with no notice, in my experience. Many TS places have allergens pre-printed on the menu, or give you an allergy menu. Mythos comes to mind.

It is also possible to find some prepackaged snacks all over property, so reading labels is sometime an option. The Aventura food court comes to mind, also the QS place in Sapphire Falls. Aventura sells an array of milk alternatives, for example.

Another option we find to be super is staying club level at any of the deluxe Universal hotels. Like WDW, you just discuss your needs upon arrival, and they'll make sure to have something available for you.

Fourth, there is a Whole Foods located JUST off Universal property. (Sand Lake Road) We usually have a car, but the towncar services allow a grocery stop, or it would be a short taxi/uber ride from any US hotel. The Whole Foods has just about every allergy-free item that exists. It also has an extensive array of prepared foods, hot bar, fresh juice bar, barista, etc. Not inexpensive, but you can easily get many allergen-free foods there. If you are coming from WDW or the airport, it is very easy to get there. Just make sure your hotel room has a fridge!