How to Add Allergen & Dietary Labels to Your Digital Menu

Overview

With food allergies rising and dietary preferences becoming more diverse, Indian restaurants must clearly display allergen information and dietary labels on their menus. Whether it's highlighting gluten-free options, marking veg/non-veg items, or flagging nuts and dairy, transparent labeling builds customer trust and prevents potentially dangerous mix-ups.

Essential Labels for Indian Menus

Start with the basics: green and red dots for veg/non-veg items are mandatory under FSSAI guidelines. Add symbols for common allergens like nuts (especially in paneer dishes and desserts), dairy (in curries and gravies), and gluten (in naan and rotis). For modern diners, include labels like 'Jain-friendly', 'vegan', 'keto', and 'gluten-free' where applicable.

How DineCard Helps Your Restaurant

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Practical Next Steps

Step-by-step guide to displaying allergen warnings, veg/non-veg icons, and dietary info on QR code menus for customer safety.

• Review current processes against the recommendations above
• Train staff on any new protocols or menu changes
• Track results for 2–4 weeks before adjusting
• Publish an updated digital menu on DineCard so changes reach every table instantly

Frequently Asked Questions