Dabba Street Allergens Guide: Nuts, Dairy, Gluten and More
If you have a food allergy, the build-your-own menu at Dabba Street is both good news and a reason for caution. Good news because you control every ingredient. Caution because it is a shared kitchen. Read this before you order.
Where Allergens Hide on the Menu
Sesame. Tahini and hummus are sesame-based, so the lemon herb tahini and roasted bell pepper hummus contain sesame. Falafel is often fried in shared oil and may contain sesame.
Dairy. Tzatziki is yogurt-based. Butter chicken and tikka masala contain dairy. Cheese toppings contain dairy.
Gluten. The pita, roti, and Biryarito wrap all contain wheat. The biryani and Dabba Bowl bases are rice-based and typically gluten-free, but confirm the sauces.
Egg. The egg mayo topping contains egg. Some dressings may contain egg, so ask.
Soy. The Indian-style fried tofu contains soy.
Nuts. None of the standard menu items list nuts as a core ingredient, but sauces and toppings can change, so verify if you have a nut allergy.
Highest-Risk Items for Common Allergies
Cross-Contact Warning
Dabba Street kitchens prepare all orders in shared spaces with shared equipment. Even if your chosen ingredients are allergen-free, traces of other ingredients can be present. For mild intolerances this is rarely an issue. For severe allergies, speak to the staff directly and judge whether the risk is acceptable for you.
3 Questions to Ask the Staff
- Does this sauce or dressing contain [your allergen]?
- Is the falafel or tofu cooked in shared oil?
- Can you prepare my order with fresh gloves and clean utensils?
Staff handle these questions regularly, so do not feel awkward asking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Dabba Street have an allergen menu?
Not one we can verify publicly. Ask the outlet staff, who can advise on current ingredients.
Is anything on the menu nut-free?
No standard item lists nuts as a core ingredient, but without an official chart we cannot guarantee it. Verify at the outlet if you have a nut allergy.
Can coeliacs eat at Dabba Street?
The rice-based biryani and Dabba Bowl avoid wheat, but shared kitchens mean cross-contact is possible. Speak to staff first.