Food Allergy Menu App — Scan Before You Order
Use the Scan My Menu web app to check restaurant menus for potential allergen risks in seconds.
Decision support only. Always confirm with restaurant staff.
No download. Works in your browser.
What this app does
The app allows you to:
- •Upload or photograph a restaurant menu
- •Review dishes for common allergen risks
- •Identify items that need confirmation with staff
- •Make more informed ordering decisions
Why use a food allergy app
- •Menus rarely list full ingredient details
- •Allergens hide in sauces and cooking oils
- •Cross-contact risks are not visible on menus
- •Asking the right questions requires preparation
- •Language barriers increase risk
How the app works
- 1
Take a photo of the menu or upload an image
- 2
The menu text is analyzed for allergen-related risks
- 3
Review the summary before ordering
- 4
Decide what to avoid or what to ask the restaurant
The app supports decision-making. Always confirm with restaurant staff.
What the app helps with
Helps with:
- ✓Highlighting common allergen risks
- ✓Spotting dishes that often contain hidden allergens
- ✓Preparing safer questions before ordering
Limitations:
- ⚠Cannot see kitchen preparation or cross-contact
- ⚠Cannot guarantee allergen-free meals
- ⚠Not a medical or diagnostic tool
This app provides decision support only. Always verify with restaurant staff.
Web app — no installation required
Scan My Menu works in your browser. No installation required. It works on any phone or device, stays always up to date, and is designed for quick use at the table.
Check menus for allergen risks before you order.