Orlando International Airport Allergy Guide

Overview

Orlando International Airport (MCO) is one of the busiest airports in the United States, handling around 57 million passengers each year. It is a major gateway for families visiting Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, and other Florida theme parks — making allergy-friendly dining options especially important. The airport has the main terminal with Gates 1–129 split across the North and South sides, plus the newer Terminal C serving Gates 130–199.

For the official airport website, visit orlandoairports.net.

Official Resources

• Orlando Airport Official Website
• Getting Around / Terminal Map
• Dining & Shopping Directory

🍽️Key Food Directory

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Important

Chain restaurants often publish allergen menus and matrices online, which can make ordering easier. However, individual franchise locations may vary in their practices. Always confirm directly with staff before ordering.

Main Terminal — North Side (Gates 1–59)

1. 1
   Chick-fil-A — chain with detailed allergen menu available online; known for clearly published allergen information
2. 2
   Starbucks — chain with published allergen information on their website and app
3. 3
   Chili's Too — chain with allergen menu available online; staff trained on allergen requests
4. 4
   Dunkin' — chain with published allergen information on their website

Main Terminal — South Side (Gates 60–129)

1. 1
   McDonald's — chain with published allergen information on their website and app
2. 2
   Burger King — chain with allergen information published on their website
3. 3
   Starbucks — as above
4. 4
   Cask & Larder — local Southern-inspired restaurant; staff can advise on allergen modifications
5. 5
   Maui Tacos — ask staff about allergen information; fresh ingredients but shared preparation areas

Terminal C (Gates 130–199)

1. 1
   Shake Shack — chain with detailed allergen menu available online; known for clear allergen labelling
2. 2
   Starbucks — as above
3. 3
   Playa Bowls — chain with allergen information available; açaí bowls with customisable toppings
4. 4
   Bento Asian Kitchen — ask staff for allergen details; soy and nut-based sauces commonly used in Asian cuisine

🏢Airport Lounges

Orlando Airport has several lounges accessible via Priority Pass, airline status, or day passes.

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Tip

Lounge buffets can be tricky for allergy sufferers as dishes may not be individually labelled. Ask the lounge reception desk for allergen information — many lounges can accommodate requests with advance notice.

• The Club MCO (Gates 1–29) — available via Priority Pass; food labelling varies, ask staff for allergen details
• Delta Sky Club (Gates 70–99) — allergen information available on request from lounge staff
• Spirit Airlines Lounge (Terminal C) — limited food options; allergen information available on request

🏢Allergy-Friendly Tips for This Airport

• Orlando is a major family destination — many airport restaurants are familiar with allergy requests from families with children
• MCO is large and spread out — allow extra time to navigate between the main terminal and Terminal C (connected by tram)
• Chain restaurants are your most reliable option for published allergen information at MCO
• If you have severe allergies, consider packing your own food — TSA allows solid food items through security
• MCO has free Wi-Fi throughout — use it to check chain allergen menus on your phone before ordering
• If heading to the theme parks, note that Walt Disney World and Universal Studios both have strong allergy accommodation programmes — ask about these when you arrive at the parks

📋Before You Go

1. 1
   Check the Orlando Airport Dining Directory to identify restaurants in your gate area
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   Look up allergen menus for your preferred chains before arriving (Chick-fil-A, Shake Shack, and McDonald's all publish theirs online)
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   Download your free allergy translation card if flying internationally
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   Pack allergy-friendly snacks in your carry-on as a backup
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   Carry your allergy medication in your carry-on with a doctor's letter if needed