Allergies & intolerances

Eating out gluten-free

FoodGong screens menus, recipes, and food photos for gluten and wheat-derived ingredients, flagging every dish Safe, Ask, or Avoid — so celiac and gluten-sensitive diners can order with clarity.

Gluten hides in sauces, coatings, and seasonings you would never suspect, and cross-contact is common. FoodGong reads the whole menu or recipe and calls out likely gluten with the reason behind each verdict.

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Where gluten hides

The non-obvious sources a busy server — or a short recipe — can miss. FoodGong flags them for you.

Soy sauce and many Asian sauces and marinades (usually wheat-based)
Soups, gravies, and anything thickened with a flour roux
Breaded or fried foods, and shared fryer oil
Malt vinegar, beer batter, and malt flavoring
Imitation crab (surimi) and some processed meats
Seasoning blends, dressings, and "natural flavors"

How FoodGong screens for gluten-free & celiac

Set gluten-free (or celiac) in your profile, then scan a menu, upload a photo or PDF, paste a menu or recipe link, or photograph a dish. FoodGong screens each item for gluten and wheat and sorts them Safe, Ask, or Avoid, flagging cross-contact risk as Ask.

Frequently asked questions

Does FoodGong understand celiac vs. gluten sensitivity?

You tell it which applies. For celiac it treats cross-contact seriously and flags shared-equipment risk as Ask so you can confirm dedicated preparation with staff.

Are oats safe?

Oats are naturally gluten-free but frequently cross-contaminated with wheat unless certified. FoodGong flags oats as Ask unless the menu states certified gluten-free.

Can it check packaged foods or recipes?

Yes — paste or photograph a recipe or an ingredient list and FoodGong screens each ingredient for gluten, the same way it reads a restaurant menu.

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FoodGong helps you screen menus, recipes, and food photos and ask better questions. It is not a medical device and does not replace professional medical advice or confirmation from restaurant staff. For severe allergies, always verify with your server and carry any medication your doctor prescribes.