Allergies & Intolerances

Your Responsibility

For students who self-identify with specific dietary needs, it is crucial to do the following:

• Contact Marisa Donatello, MS, RD to schedule a time to learn about specific dietary offerings (vegan, vegetarian, lactose-free, etc.) in our facilities. Any additional questions you have about dining on campus can be discussed during this time. 
• Please vocalize your allergy, dietary concerns, or questions to the chefs or dining staff so we can connect you with a full-time allergen-trained employee to make your meal. 
• Pay attention to signage, labels, and digital screens in all dining locations that educate you about food options that are safe for you. Do not be afraid to ask dining staff what a label or sign represents if you are unsure. 
• Avoid foods you are unsure of or ask the dining manager for more information when in doubt.
• Familiarize yourself with our Allergy Disclaimer and Nutrition Labeling system, which can help you identify food allergens, gluten, pork, beef, and vegan/vegetarian options.
• Know how to identify symptoms of allergic reactions/anaphylaxis and how to tell someone you are having a reaction. 
• Carry emergency contact information and medication (if applicable) at all times, and know how to administer medication to treat an allergic reaction properly. 
• Register your allergen(s) with the RIT Disability Services Office to receive accommodations, as outlined here.

Meet Marisa Donatello, our Registered Dietitian, who is here to help you customize your meals to meet your specific dietary needs.

Services to support you eating on campus: 

Schedule an Appointment 

Gracie’s is a peanut and tree-nut-free facility (except for coconut). Our staff verifies every food item used in Gracie’s production to ensure it does not contain peanuts or tree nuts. Additionally, we ensure that the food does not come into contact with these allergens during the manufacturing process.

The Simply Eats station at Gracie’s does not contain 8 of the top 9 allergens: peanuts, tree nuts (except coconut), wheat, gluten, egg, milk, shellfish, fish, and sesame. However, it does serve products that contain soy. The purple serving utensils identify this station, and our chef wears a purple chef's coat.