Official Allergen Safety Guide
Wheat, milk, soy, sulphite, peanut, dairy, and gluten guidance for building a safer Chipotle order.
Chipotle excludes peanuts, tree nuts, eggs, fish, and shellfish from standard food preparation. The menu contains wheat, milk, soy, and sulphites in select items, and uses rice bran oil and high-oleic sunflower oil.
Fast Safety Read
No. Chipotle is not completely allergen-free. The menu contains four major allergens: wheat, milk, soy, and sulphites. However, Chipotle excludes peanuts, tree nuts, eggs, fish, and shellfish from standard food preparation.
Yes, Chipotle is generally peanut-allergy friendly because it does not use peanuts, peanut oil, or tree nuts in standard food prep. Severe allergy diners should still confirm with staff before ordering.
Generally Avoid
Lower-Risk Build
Always Confirm
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| Item | Wheat | Milk | Soy | Sulphites | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barbacoa | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | 170 |
| Black Beans | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | 130 |
| Brown Rice | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | 210 |
| Carnitas | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | 210 |
| Chicken | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | 180 |
| Chicken Al Pastor (LTO) | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | 200 |
| Chipotle Honey Vinaigrette | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | 220 |
| Crispy Corn Tortilla | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | 70 |
| Fajita Vegetables | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | 20 |
| Flour Tortilla (Burrito) | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | 300 |
| Flour Tortilla (Taco) | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | 94 |
| Fresh Tomato Salsa | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | 25 |
| Guacamole | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | 230 |
| Monterey Jack Cheese | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | 110 |
| Pinto Beans | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | — |
Chipotle chips are peanut-free, dairy-free, nut-free, and gluten-free. Fried in high-oleic sunflower oil. Made from corn (white corn, masa flour, sunflower oil, water, lime)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 540 (per serving) |
| Total Fat | 27 g |
| Sodium | 390 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 73 g |
| Protein | 8 g |
Price: ~$2.35 (varies by location)
| Oil | Used For | Allergen Status |
|---|---|---|
| Rice Bran Oil | Steak, Barbacoa, Sofritas, Rice, Beans | Peanut-free, Soy-free |
| High-Oleic Sunflower Oil | Chips, Chicken, Carnitas, Fajita Vegetables | Peanut-free, Soy-free |
Note: No peanut oil is used at any Chipotle location.
Allergens: None
Calories: 180 per 4oz
Oil: Sunflower oil
Allergens: Sulphites (from red wine vinegar)
Calories: 200 per 4oz
Status: Returned February 2026; availability varies by location
Oil: Sunflower oil
Allergens: None
Calories: 150 per 4oz
Oil: Rice bran oil
Allergens: Sulphites (from vinegar in braising liquid)
Calories: 170 per 4oz
Oil: Rice bran oil
Allergens: None
Calories: 210 per 4oz
Oil: Sunflower oil
Allergens: Soy, Sulphites
Calories: 150 per 4oz
Oil: Rice bran oil
Note: Only protein containing soy; plant-based organic tofu
Yes, with precautions. Chipotle offers gluten-free options, but the open kitchen presents cross-contact risks.
Safe options: Burrito bowls, salads, corn tortilla tacos (with caution), chips.
Avoid: Flour tortillas (burritos, soft tacos, quesadillas) containing wheat and gluten .
Cross-contact warning: Corn items may have trace gluten from field co-mingling with gluten-containing grains .
Chipotle quesadillas contain wheat (flour tortilla) and milk (Monterey Jack cheese). They are not gluten-free and not dairy-free. Optional additions like chicken or barbacoa add no allergens, but sour cream adds more dairy.
| Component | ⚠️ Wheat | 🥛 Milk | 🫘 Soy | ⚠️ Sulphites | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flour Tortilla | Yes | — | — | Yes | 300 |
| Monterey Jack Cheese | — | Yes | — | — | 110 |
| Chicken | — | — | — | — | 180 |
| Steak | — | — | — | — | 150 |
| Barbacoa | — | — | — | Yes | 170 |
| Carnitas | — | — | — | — | 210 |
| Sofritas | — | — | Yes | Yes | 150 |
| Optional: Sour Cream | — | Yes | — | — | 110 |
| Optional: Guacamole | — | — | — | — | 230 |
Total Quesadilla Calories: 520-790 (depending on protein and additions)
No. Quesadillas use flour tortillas containing wheat and gluten. The cheese and proteins are gluten-free, but the tortilla base contains wheat .
No. Quesadillas contain Monterey Jack cheese (milk) as a core ingredient. Removing cheese eliminates the quesadilla format-order a bowl or tacos instead for dairy-free options.
Gluten-free alternative: Order a bowl with your choice of protein, cheese, and toppings. All bowl components are gluten-free except flour tortilla.
Dairy-free alternative: Order corn tortilla tacos with protein, salsas, and guacamole. No cheese or sour cream.
Chipotle tacos are allergen-safe with corn tortillas (crispy or soft). Flour tortillas contain wheat. All proteins and toppings are allergen-free except cheese, sour cream, and sofritas (soy).
| Tortilla | Wheat | Milk | Soy | ⚠️ Sulphites | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crispy Corn | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | 70 |
| Soft Corn | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | 70 |
| Soft Flour | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | 94 |
Taco Order Calories: 210 (corn) or 282 (flour) plus fillings
Yes, with corn tortillas. Crispy corn and soft corn tortillas contain no wheat, gluten, or sulphites . Flour tortillas contain wheat and gluten-avoid for celiac or gluten-sensitive diets.
Yes, without cheese or sour cream. Order corn tortillas with protein, salsas, guacamole, and fajita vegetables. All taco proteins (chicken, steak, barbacoa, carnitas) are dairy-free
| Component | ⚠️ Wheat | 🥛 Milk | 🫘 Soy | ⚠️ Sulphites | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flour Tortilla (Burrito) | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | 300 |
| Rice | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | 210 |
| Beans | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | 130 |
| Proteins | Varies | ❌ | Varies | Varies | 150–210 |
| Cheese | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | 110 |
| Sour Cream | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | 110 |
| Guacamole | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | 230 |
Total Burrito Calories: 740-1,210 (depending on fillings)
No. Burritos use large flour tortillas containing wheat and gluten. No corn tortilla option exists for burritos. Order a bowl for a gluten-free alternative with the same fillings .
Yes, without cheese and sour cream. Order burrito with rice, beans, protein, salsas, and guacamole. Specify "no cheese, no sour cream" when ordering
| Sauce | 🥛 Milk | ⚠️ Sulphites | Calories | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adobo Ranch | ✅ | ❌ | 110 | Permanent |
| Chipotle Honey Vinaigrette | ❌ | ✅ | 220 | Permanent |
| Queso Blanco | ✅ | ❌ | 120 | Permanent |
| Sour Cream | ✅ | ❌ | 110 | Permanent |
| Red Chimichurri | ❌ | ✅ | — | Discontinued (Feb 2026) |
Note: Red chimichurri discontinued but may still appear on app erroneously.
Adobo Ranch: Contains sour cream (milk), adobo pepper, and spices. Gluten-free, soy-free, and sulphite-free .
Important: Adobo Ranch contains dairy from sour cream. Do not confuse it with adobo marinade on proteins, which is dairy-free.
Chipotle contains nightshades that trigger reactions in sensitive individuals, not true allergens but cause reactions in sensitive individuals.
| Nightshade | Present In | Alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Tomatoes | Fresh Tomato Salsa, Red Salsa | Choose green salsas, guacamole |
| Peppers | All salsas, Adobo marinade, Fajita veggies | Request plain rice, beans, meat only |
| Onions | Most salsas, Guacamole, Fajita veggies | Request no onions, choose corn salsa |
Dairy-free proteins: Chicken, Steak, Barbacoa, Carnitas, Chicken Al Pastor, Sofritas (contains soy)
Dairy-free bases: Rice, beans, corn tortillas, chips, all salsas, guacamole, fajita vegetables, lettuce
Contains dairy: Monterey Jack Cheese, Queso Blanco, Sour Cream
| Bowl Type | Safe For | Avoid | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Protein | Gluten-free, Dairy-free (without cheese) | — | ~$11.90 |
| Keto | Gluten-free | Rice, beans, corn salsa | ~$10.50 |
| Paleo | Gluten-free, Dairy-free | Rice, beans, cheese | ~$11.50 |
| Vegan | Dairy-free | All meats, cheese, sour cream, queso | ~$9.50 |
| Whole30 | Gluten-free, Dairy-free | Rice, beans, cheese, sour cream | ~$11.50 |
| Low Calorie | Gluten-free (bowl) | Tortilla, cheese, sour cream, queso | ~$9.50 |
| Item | Calories | Allergens | Safe Modifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Build Your Own (2 tacos) | 350–810 | Wheat (flour tortillas), Milk (cheese) | Choose corn tortillas, omit cheese |
| Cheese Quesadilla | 530–710 | Wheat, Milk | Cannot be modified (contains cheese) |
Kids tip: Order "Build Your Own" with corn tortillas, choice of protein, and two toppings. Includes fruit or chips and juice .
| Feature | USA | UK |
|---|---|---|
| Peanut Oil | No (Rice Bran / Sunflower) | No (Rapeseed / Sunflower) |
| Sesame | Not used | Not used |
| Sulphites | Disclosed | Disclosed |
| Oil Types | Rice Bran, Sunflower | Rapeseed, Sunflower |
UK locations use rapeseed oil (canola) instead of rice bran oil for some items.
Step-by-step protocol:
Yes. The chipotle pepper (smoked jalapeño) can cause reactions in individuals with nightshade sensitivity or capsicum allergy.
Yes. Chips contain no milk, cheese, or dairy ingredients.
No. Flour tortillas contain wheat and gluten. Corn tortillas, bowls, and salads are gluten-free options.
Only in Sofritas. All meats, rice, beans, and vegetables are soy-free.
Yes, in specific items: Barbacoa, Chicken Al Pastor, Sofritas, Chipotle Honey Vinaigrette, and flour tortillas.
No. Discontinued February 2026, though the app may still display it erroneously.
Prices are approximate and vary by location. Always verify allergen information with Chipotle staff before ordering.
