Celiac safety profile
Five Guys
Fast Food Restaurant · American Restaurant · Hamburger Restaurant · Hot Dog Restaurant
4317 Milan Rd, Sandusky, OH 44870, United States
What you can eat here
Pulled from Gluto's celiac safety report for this location.
✅ Reported safe options
- Lettuce-wrapped burgers (bunless) or burgers served in a bowl.
- French fries prepared in a dedicated fryer (gluten-free when handled as described in evidence).
- Hot dogs can often be ordered bunless as well, though buns are not gluten-free here.
- Other toppings and additions should be discussed to ensure none are prepared in shared surfaces; verify if a topping is gluten-free and prepared separately if possible.
⚠️ Risks & cross-contamination
- Cross-contamination risk remains inherent in a fast-food environment that serves buns, even when precautions are described as thorough. The evidence includes both highly positive recent experiences and occasional reports of lapses, so a cautious approach is prudent.
- Peanut oil is used for fries in many locations, which is relevant for those with peanut allergies (unrelated to celiac disease, but important for diners with multiple allergies).
- Always communicate clearly that you have a gluten allergy, watch for glove changes, and confirm that your items are prepared away from gluten-containing foods and bagged separately when possible.
Gluto score breakdown
Each axis is scored 0–100 from research + community signals.