Popeyes Allergen Menu | Dairy Free Items & Allergens | November 2024

Is your food allergy preventing you from enjoying good food? Don’t worry; you’re not alone. Eating at a restaurant feels like a fish out of water; you feel out of place as you fear even the slightest portion of a normal meal could cause havoc for you. Thankfully, restaurants like Popeyes have a dedicated allergen menu that’s designed for people with food sensitivities of all types. 

Let’s explore the Popeyes allergen menu to choose from a wide array of delectable dishes that are right up your alley. The days of worrying about eating the wrong food are over, and you can fully embrace the world of delicious fast food to the fullest. The Popeyes allergy menu has got something for everyone. You can either go for vegan options or stick to a gluten-free meal- the ball is in your court, after all! 

Let’s explore the menu to choose what’s right for you. 

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The Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen allergens menu takes the importance of ensuring a safe dining experience for all customers very seriously. The Popeyes allergen menu lists all the allergy-causing ingredients contained in all of the main menu items.

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Therefore, it helps users know what allergens they might be eating, allowing them to choose the right safe option. Here are all the Popeyes ingredients that could cause potential allergies:

Menu ItemShared Fryer (F)Toaster (T)MilkWheatEggSoyFish/ShellfishPeanutsTree NutsSesame
Bonafide® Chicken  – 
Classic Chicken (Leg,Wing, Breast, Thigh)F
Spicy Chicken (Wing,, Breast,Leg, Thigh)F
Tenders & Nuggets
Classic TendersF
Spicy TendersF
Blackened TendersF
NuggetsF
Seafood
Popcorn ShrimpF
Sandwiches
Classic Chicken SandwichF / T
Spicy Chicken SandwichF / T

Things to Consider:

  • The “•” relates to the allergen being present.
  • Cell with no icon or letter show that there are no Allergens
  • The “F” and “T” symbols mean the item is made with use of a shared fryer and toaster that could potentially cause cross contamination.

Bonafide Mild Chicken

The Bonafide Mild Chicken is the Popeyes allergen menu’s most popular item that’s known for the crispy fried chicken that packs a juicy, tender flavor. The following allergens are present in the Bonafide Mild Chicken menu:

Bonafide Mild Chicken PieceServingPeanutsTree NutsEggMilkWheatSoybeanFishMSG
Wing1NoNoYesYesYesNoNoYes
Leg1NoNoYesYesYesNoNoYes
Thigh1NoNoYesYesYesNoNoYes
Breast1NoNoYesYesYesNoNoYes

Bonafide Spicy Chicken

What makes a fried chicken standout among the rest? A touch of some heat and tanginess! The Popeyes allergen menu’s  Bonafide Spicy Chicken is just what you need to make fried chicken truly exquisite. The delicious chicken is coated with a crispy batter and spiced up with the authentic Luisinia style seasonings to give just the right flavor. Here’s what you need to watch out for if your allergic to certain ingredients:

Spicy ChickenServingPeanutsTree NutsEggMilkWheatSoybeanFishMSG
Wing1NoNoYesYesYesNoNoYes
Leg1NoNoYesYesYesNoNoYes
Thigh1NoNoYesYesYesNoNoYes
Breast1NoNoYesYesYesNoNoYes

Popeyes Sandwiches & Wrap Allergens

Here are all the allergens you can find on your Popeyes wrap or sandwiches:

Menu ItemServingPeanutsTree NutsEggMilkWheatSoybeanShellfishMSG
Loaded Chicken Wrap1NoNoYesYesYesNoNoYes
Naked Chicken Wrap1NoNoNoNoYesNoNoYes
Chicken PO’Boy1YesYesYesYesYesYesNoYes
Shrimp PO’Boy1YesYesYesYesYesYesYesYes
Naked BBQ Chicken PO’Boy1YesYesNoNoYesNoNoYes
Chicken & Sausage Jambalaya1NoNoNoNoYesYesNoYes
Chicken Livers10NoNoYesYesYesNoNoYes

Popeyes Louisiana Leaux Allergens

Check out the Popeyes allergen menu’s exclusive Luisiana Leaux allergy ingredients:

Menu itemServingPeanutsTree NutsEggMilkWheatSoybeanFishShellfishMSG
Naked Tenders (3)3NoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoYes
Naked Chicken Wrap1NoNoNoNoYesNoNoNoYes
Naked BBQ Chicken PO’BOY1YesYesNoNoYesYesNoNoYes
Baguette1NoNoNoNoYesYesNoNoNo
Green Beans (Reg)RegularNoNoNoYesYesYesNoNoYes
Green Beans (Lg)LargeNoNoNoYesYesYesNoNoYes
Getup & Geaux Kids Meal1NoNoNoNoYesYesNoNoNo

Popeyes Seafood Allergens

Seafood items are notoriously tricky for people with allergies. Check these seafood allergens on the Popeyes allergen menu:

MenuServingPeanutsTree NutsEggMilkWheatSoybeanFishShellfishMSG
Popcorn Shrimp1NoNoYesYesYesYesNoYesYes
Butterfly Shrimp8NoNoYesYesYesYesNoYesYes
Catfish Fillet2NoNoYesYesYesYesYesNoYes

Popeyes Tenders Allergens

MenuServingPeanutsTree NutsEggMilkWheatSoybeanFishShellfishMSG
Nuggets4NoNoYesYesYesYesNoYes
Nuggets6NoNoYesYesYesYesNoYes
Mild Tender3NoNoYesYesYesNoNoYes
Spicy Tenders3NoNoYesYesYesNoNoYes
Naked Tenders3NoNoNoNoNoNoNoYes
Voodoo Nuggets4NoNoYesYesYesYesNoYes
Bold BBQ Nuggets4NoNoYesYesYesYesNoYes
Cheese Filet Nuggets4NoNoYesYesYesYesNoYes

Popeyes Sides Allergens

The Popeyes allergen menu covers all side dishes offered at the restaurant. So, you can choose the best appetizer meal that’s safe for your allergic needs:

MenuServingPeanutsTree NutsEggMilkWheatSoybeanFishShellfishMSG
Biscuit1NoNoNoYesYesYesNoNoNo
Baguette1NoNoNoNoYesNoNoNoNo
Cheddar Cheese Tortilla1NoNoNoNoYesNoNoNoNo
Cajun Fries (Reg)RegularNoNoNoNoYesNoNoNoYes
Cajun Fries (Lg)LargeNoNoNoNoYesNoNoNoYes
Corn on the Cob1 EarNoNoNoYesNoNoNoNoNo
Macaroni & Cheese (Reg)RegularNoNoYesYesYesYesNoNoNo
Macaroni & Cheese (Lg)LargeNoNoYesYesYesYesNoNoNo
Mashed Potatoes (Reg)RegularNoNoNoYesYesYesNoNoYes
Mashed Potatoes (Lg)LargeNoNoNoYesYesYesNoNoYes
Redbeans & Rice (Reg)RegularNoNoNoNoYesYesYesNoNo
Redbeans & Rice (Lg)LargeNoNoNoNoYesYesYesNoNo
Cajun Rice (Reg)RegularNoNoNoNoYesYesNoNoYes
Cajun Rice (Lg)LargeNoNoNoNoNoYesNoNoYes
Green Beans (Reg)RegularNoNoNoYesNoYesNoNoYes
Green Beans (Lg)LargeNoNoNoYesYesYesNoNoYes
Coleslaw (Reg)RegularNoNoYesNoYesYesNoNoNo
Coleslaw (Lg)LargeNoNoYesNoNoYesNoNoNo
Onion Rings (6)6NoNoYesYesNoYesNoNoYes
Onion Rings (12)12NoNoYesYesYesYesNoNoYes
Onion Rings (18)18NoNoYesYesYesYesNoNoYes
Jalapenos (1)1NoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
Jalapenos (6)6NoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo

Popeye’s Breakfast Allergens 

Here are all the allergens you need to look out for when having a breakfast at Popeyes:

MenuServingPeanutsTree NutsEggMilkWheatSoybeanFishShellfishMSG
Chicken Biscuit1NoNoNoYesYesYesNoNoNo
Sausage Biscuit1NoNoNoYesYesYesNoNoYes
Egg Biscuit1NoNoYesYesYesYesNoNoNo
Egg & Sausage Biscuit1NoNoYesYesYesYesNoNoYes
Bacon Biscuit1NoNoNoYesYesYesNoNoNo
Sausage & Gravy Biscuit1NoNoNoYesYesYesNoNoYes
Grits1NoNoNoNoNoYesNoNoNo
Hashbrowns1NoNoNoNoNoYesNoNoNo
Coffee1NoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
Orange Juice1NoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo

Popeyes Dessert Allergy Menu

The Popeyes allergen menu isn’t limited to the savories; it also caters for your sweet tooth as the allergy menu lists down all the sensitive ingredients found in their confectioneries:

MenuServingPeanutsTree NutsEggMilkWheatSoybeanFishShellfishMSG
Applesauce1NoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
Hot Cinnamon Apple Pie1NoNoNoYesYesYesNoNoNo
Mississippi Mud Pie1NoNoYesYesYesYesNoNoNo
Mardi Gras Cheesecake1NoNoYesYesYesYesNoNoNo
Sliced Pecan Pie1NoYesYesNoYesYesNoNoNo
Hot Sweet Potato Pie1NoNoYesYesYesYesNoNoNo
Peanut Butter Banana Pie1YesYesYesYesYesYesNoNoNo

Popeyes Sauce Allergens

People can have allergens from the smallest food portions ever. Hence, it’s important to check whether the small dip sauce you’re using to drench your chicken is safe for you or not. Here are all the allergens found in the Popeyes dip sauces:

SaucePeanutsTree NutsEggMilkWheatSoybeanFishShellfishMSG
Buttermilk Ranch Dip SauceNoNoYesYesNoYesNoNoNo
Bold BBQ Dip SauceNoNoNoYesYesYesNoNoNo
Blackened Ranch Dip SauceNoNoYesYesNoYesNoNoNo
Sweet Heat Dip SauceNoNoNoYesNoYesNoNoNo
Mardi Gras Mustard Dip SauceNoNoNoYesNoYesNoNoNo
Tartar Dip SauceNoNoNoYesNoYesYesNoNo
Bayou Buffalo Dip SauceNoNoNoYesNoYesNoNoNo
Cocktail Dip SauceNoNoNoYesNoYesNoNoNo
Mayo Dip SauceNoNoYesYesNoYesNoNoNo
KetchupNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
Nola Dip SauceNoNoNoYesNoYesNoNoNo

Check also: How to Check Popeyes Gift Card Balance.

Popeyes Beverages Allergens 

The popeyes allergen menu includes all the beverages available on the menu. Here are all the allergy causing ingredients that could be present in the Popeyes drinks menu:

BeverageServingPeanutsTree NutsEggMilkWheatSoybeanFishShellfishMSG
Mango Lemonade250 mlNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
Premium Lemonade230 mlNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
Premium Strawberry Lemonade240 mlNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
Coca Cola140 mlNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
Sprite140 mlNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
Cane Sweet Iced Tea150 mlNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
Dr Pepper150 mlNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
Fanta Strawberry150 mlNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
Diet Coke0 mlNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
Hawaiian Punch170 mlNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
Unsweetened Iced Tea0 mlNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
Fanta Orange150 mlNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
Coca-Cola Zero Sugar0 mlNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
Seltzer Water0 mlNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
Ginger Ale140 mlNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
Sprite Zero0 mlNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
Cherry Coke150 mlNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
Diet Dr Pepper0 mlNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
Fuze Raspberry Tea130 mlNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
Lipton Lemon Can330 mlNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
Lipton Peach Can330 mlNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
Orange Juice330 mlNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
Apple Juice330 mlNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
Water Bottle500 mlNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
Mirinda Can330 mlNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
7Up Can330 mlNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
Pepsi Can330 mlNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
Espresso50 mlNoNoNoYesNoNoNoNoNo
Americano (200 ml)200 mlNoNoNoYesNoNoNoNoNo
Americano (300 ml)300 mlNoNoNoYesNoNoNoNoNo
Cappuccino200 mlNoNoNoYesNoNoNoNoNo
Latte300 mlNoNoNoYesNoNoNoNoNo
Tea Fruit300 mlNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
Tea Black300 mlNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
Green Tea300 mlNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
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Possible reaction of the Popeyes allergen menu

Popular Popeyes Allergy Menu Items

Popeyes Chicken

Popeye’s Chicken

The Popeyes allergen menu’s fried chicken is the talk of the town for  people with allergies. The chicken menu items, including the chicken wraps, nugget, tenders, and the Po’boy, don’t have any allergens such as peanuts. Moreover, these items are cooked separately, ensuring that there’s no cross contamination. 

Calories: 560

Price: $5.49

Popeyes dessert

Popeyes Desserts

Popeyes’ popularity isn’t synonymous with its famous chicken menu. In fact, the restaurant has the sweetest dessert options for you to enjoy, such as the Sliced Pecan Pie, and the Popeyes Apple Sauce. These desserts are made with farm-to-table ingredients which are screened to remove any allergy causing substance. 

Calories: 140

Price: $2.49

Coleslaw

Cole Slaw

The Popeyes allergen menu has a breath of fresh air in the form of the Popeyes’ Coleslaw. It’s crunchy texture is complemented by the dressing’s sweetness which gives your taste buds the much needed relief.

Calories: 140 

Price: $2.49

Cajun Fries

Apple Sauce 

Indulge yourself with some fruity goodness with the Popeyes Apple Sauce. It’s a sweet sauce that’s made with pure apple juice, vinegar and lemon juice to complement the sweetness with a zesty surprise. It’s the numero uno condiment for those with allergic restrictions, as the sauce is gluten-free and vegan. 

Calories: 80 

Price: $1.00

Cajun Fries

Cajun Fries 

It’s the heart of the Popeyes allergen menu. The Popeyes Cajun Fries are an artisan wonder as these fries make the two texture extremes, crispiness and softness, feel like two peas in a pod. What’s more, the fries are coated with the classic Cajun season that adds a dash of southern charm to this side. 

Calories: 260 

Price: $2.49

Cajun Fries

Red beans 

The Popeyes Red beans are the definition of the restaurant’s food tradition as it signifies flavor, tenderness and creaminess as its core feature. The red beans are cooked with rice and are topped with a smoky Andouille sausage to give you a creamy texture. 

Calories: 230 

Price: $2.49

Popeyes Dairy Free Options

Having a lactose, or dairy allergy is a pain in the neck. Since most fast food items use some form of dairy product, it becomes incredibly arduous to find good dairy free options. Check out all the dairy free items on the Popeyes allergen menu:

  • Blackened Chicken: It’s an excellent option for those with dairy allergies. It’s seasoned with a blend of spices and grilled, not fried.
  • Chicken Sandwich (no cheese): Skip the cheese on the Popeyes chicken sandwich. You can try both the classic and the spicy variant. 
  • Red Beans and Rice: Ask the staff to make them using separate utensils to avoid cross-contamination. 

Popeyes Gluten Free Options

The popeyes allergen menu also contains menu items that are designed specifically for wheat/gluten allergies. These items are considered safe and free of cross contamination according to the restaurant:

Menu ItemServingWeight (g)CaloriesFAT (g)Sat Fat (g)Trans Fat (g)Cholesterol (mg)Sodium (mg)Carbs (g)Dietary Fiber (g)Sugar (g)PROTEIN (g)
Applesauce11135000001012280
Cajun Rice (Reg)Regular1231705202553025147
Cajun Rice (Lg)Large36951015607515907531121
Red Beans & Rice (Reg)Regular14623014401058023507
Red Beans & Rice (Lg)Large438690421203017406915021
Corn on the Cob1 Ear28419020.500037406
Coleslaw (Reg)Regular138220152.5010300192151
Coleslaw (Lg)Large414660468030900587454
Jalapenos (1)16000003681100
Jalapenos (6)6360000022086600

If you’re looking for more information regarding the gluten free choices at Popeyes, check out our guide on the Popeyes gluten-free menu.

Check also: Popeyes Nutrition Menu.

Vegan Options at Popeyes

The Popeyes allergen menu has the following vegan options for customers who believe in sustainability and wanting to reduce animal cruelty. These items are hundred percent vegan and are safe to eat for vegetarians too. 

As a matter of fact, the restaurant has been expanding on its vegan menu since 2019, and has come up with different dishes. Among these dishes is the vegan sandwich, which has a plant-based patty that feels like real meat. Similarly, the restaurant has also created vegan wraps made from rize, salsa, avocado, and black beans that form together to create the chicken tender substitute. 

The restaurant has also ventured into making the condiments sustainable as it has launched several condiments. Among these sauces are the Garlic Mayo sauce and the Cajun, both extremely popular among fans. Here are some of the vegan options available on the Popeyes allergen menu:

  • Cajun Fries
  • Hash Brown (Breakfast)
  • Grits (Breakfast)
  • BoldBQ sauce
  •  Applesauce
  • Sweet Hot Cocktail sauce

If you’re looking for more vegetarian/vegan options, check out the Popeyes vegan menu. 

Egg and Soy-Free Options at Popeyes

The following Popeyes allergen menu items are free of eggs and soy at popeyes:

  • Cajun Rice
  • Mashed Potatoes without Gravy
  • Mashed Potatoes (No Gravy)
  • Cajun Rice
  • Coleslaw
  • Corn on the Cob

Things to Consider When Eating at Popeyes

If you’re suffering from a dietary allergy, you need to consider two things before eating the Popeyes allergen menu items to prevent an anaphylactic reaction that ruins the day:

  • Always ask the ingredients of any new item before ordering it. Some items may contain hidden traces of allergens such as eggs and seafood. Double checking the ingredients will surely land you in safe hands as the staff would know what to make for you.
  • Bookmark our website and follow us on social media to get the latest updates on the Cookout allergen menu to know what food items are safe for you to consume.

Tips for Avoiding Allergens at Popeyes

If you’re too confused with what item to pick from the Popeyes allergen menu, you can try these simple tricks to always eat allergen free food at Popeyes:

  • Make your order simple: Always go for simpler dishes that are made with lesser ingredients, like the Corn on the Knob, as it reduces the chance of an allergic reaction.
  • Communicate with the staff: Inform the staff about your allergies by showing them your allergy card so they know what foods are right for you.
  • Ask them to prevent cross-contamination: Request the employees to make your order using new utensils and gloves. 
  • Visit in off-peak hours: Visit the restaurant when it has less customers so that the staff can cook your food in other utensils without any cross-contamination.

Read also: Popeyes Secret Menu.

FAQs-Frequently Asked Questions


The popular items on the Popeyes allergen menu includes fried chicken, coleslaw, desserts, cajun fries and red beans. 

No, the Popeyes allergen menu has registered peanuts on its allergic ingredient list. Therefore, the restaurant doesn’t use it for frying.

Yes, the Popeyes gravy contains pork in it.

No, the Popeyes fries aren’t vegan as they’re cooked in the same oil that’s used to fry the chicken.

Yes, the restaurant uses Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) for its chicken and sandwiches. 

The restaurant doesn’t have a separate allergen menu, but it has an allergen list table which shows all the food ingredients that can cause an allergy. 

The Popeyes peanut butter banana pie contains peanuts, while the Sliced Pecan Pie contains tree nuts.

Conclusion

The Popeyes allergen menu has been crafted for those living with food allergies or following a special diet style. Whether you’re craving a delicious chicken sandwich or looking for a refreshing breakfast, Popeyes has always got your back. The restaurant believes that the love for food should be universally shared. No matter who you are or what your diet requirements are, everyone must be able to sit with their loved ones and munch on a delicious meal. This has been possible by the restaurant’s efforts that materialized to form the Popeyes allergy menu. 

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