Chipotle Allergen Menu (Updated)

Food allergies can make dining out stressful, but Chipotle has built its reputation on customization and ingredient transparency. Unlike many fast-food chains, Chipotle offers an open kitchen where customers can see exactly what goes into their meals.

To support customers with dietary restrictions, Chipotle provides a clear allergen menu, as well as guidance for larger orders through the Chipotle catering menu, allowing you to avoid ingredients that may cause allergic reactions while still enjoying a satisfying meal.

Chipotle Allergen Menu Table

Menu Item	Gluten	Soy	Dairy	Eggs	Sulphites	Notes
Beef Barbacoa	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	Gluten-free protein
Black Beans	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	Vegan-friendly
Brown Rice	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	Gluten-free base
Carnitas	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	Slow-cooked pork
Chicken	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	Lean protein
Chipotle Honey Vinaigrette	✓	✓	✓	✓	✗	Contains sulphites
Crispy Corn Tortilla	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	Gluten-free
Fajita Vegetables	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	Vegan-friendly
Flour Tortilla (Burrito)	✗	✓	✓	✓	✗	Contains gluten & sulphites
Flour Tortilla (Taco)	✗	✓	✓	✓	✗	Contains gluten & sulphites
Fresh Tomato Salsa	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	Vegan-friendly
Guacamole	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	Dairy-free
Monterey Jack Cheese	✓	✓	✗	✓	✓	Contains dairy
Pinto Beans	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	Vegan-friendly
Queso Blanco	✓	✓	✗	✓	✓	Contains dairy
Roasted Chili-Corn Salsa	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	Vegan-friendly
Romaine Lettuce	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	Vegan-friendly
Sofritas	✓	✗	✓	✓	✗	Contains soy & sulphites
Sour Cream	✓	✓	✗	✓	✓	Contains dairy
Steak	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	Gluten-free protein
Supergreens Lettuce Blend	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	Vegan-friendly
Tomatillo Green-Chili Salsa	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	Vegan-friendly
Tomatillo Red-Chili Salsa	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	Vegan-friendly
Tortilla Chips	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	Made from corn
White Rice	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	Gluten-free base

Common Allergens at Chipotle

Gluten

The only gluten-containing items at Chipotle are the flour tortillas used for burritos, soft tacos, and quesadillas. Everything else, from rice and beans to proteins, salsas, and chips, is gluten-free. This makes Chipotle an excellent option for customers with celiac disease or gluten intolerance, provided they avoid flour-based menu items.

Soy

Soy is most commonly found in Sofritas, which are made from organic tofu and designed as a vegan protein option. The Chipotle Honey Vinaigrette also contains soy. All other proteins, including chicken, steak, barbacoa, and carnitas, are soy-free.

Dairy

Dairy products are limited to Monterey Jack Cheese, Queso Blanco, and Sour Cream. Customers who are lactose intolerant or allergic to dairy can safely enjoy all other toppings, proteins, rice, beans, and vegetables. Guacamole, a customer favorite, is completely dairy-free.

Eggs

Chipotle Menu does not use eggs in the majority of its menu items. However, this allergen is included here for transparency. While eggs are not a common risk at Chipotle, highly sensitive individuals should still confirm with staff about cross-contact precautions.

Sulphites

Sulphites are naturally occurring preservatives often found in vinegar-based products. At Chipotle, they are present in the Chipotle Honey Vinaigrette, flour tortillas, and Sofritas. For those with sulphite sensitivity, avoiding these items is essential.

How to Order Allergy-Friendly at Chipotle?

One of Chipotle’s biggest strengths is its customization. Customers can build meals that fit almost any dietary need. Below are some guidelines for different allergen-sensitive diets:

Gluten-Free Ordering

Choose a bowl, salad, or crispy corn tacos instead of flour tortillas.
All proteins, rice, beans, vegetables, salsas, and chips are gluten-free.
Always request staff to change gloves to minimize cross-contact.

Dairy-Free Ordering

Skip cheese, sour cream, and queso blanco.
Opt for toppings such as guacamole, salsa, lettuce, rice, and beans.
Guacamole provides a creamy, dairy-free alternative.

Soy-Free Ordering

Avoid Sofritas and the Chipotle Honey Vinaigrette.
Stick to meat proteins and dairy-free toppings.

Vegan and Vegetarian Options

Vegans can enjoy Sofritas, beans, rice, fajita veggies, salsas, corn, lettuce, and guacamole.

Vegetarians can also include cheese and sour cream in their meal.

Chipotle’s Allergen Safety Practices

Chipotle is transparent about potential allergen risks and has policies in place to protect customers:

Glove and utensil changes: Staff can prepare meals with fresh gloves and utensils upon request.
Ingredient separation: Food items are stored in separate containers, though open kitchens may pose a risk of cross-contact.
Published allergen chart: Chipotle makes allergen information available both online and in-store.

Despite these measures, customers with severe allergies should always take additional precautions, as complete elimination of cross-contact risk is not guaranteed.

Practical Tips for Dining with Food Allergies

Always inform the staff of your allergies before ordering.
Request glove changes and fresh preparation when necessary.
Consider visiting during off-peak hours when staff can give more attention to allergy-specific needs.
Double-check the allergen guide with each visit, as suppliers and recipes can change.

For severe allergies, bring your own utensils to avoid accidental exposure.

Frequently Asked Questions

No. Chipotle does not use peanuts, tree nuts, or peanut oil in its menu items.

The chips are made from corn, lime, and salt, and are safe for gluten-free diets.

Chipotle’s guacamole contains only avocado, lime juice, cilantro, and seasoning, no dairy.

Yes, provided flour tortillas are avoided. Customers should also request glove changes to reduce cross-contact.

Sesame is not part of Chipotle’s menu.

Chipotle Allergen Menu (Updated)

Chipotle Allergen Menu Table