Allergy card for Croatia, in Croatian

In Croatia, SafeMeal shows your card in Croatian, with English under each food. Here is what it tells the kitchen, and the 35 local dishes where your foods often hide.

Dishes reviewed on 35 local dishes

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TEŠKA ALERGIJA

Imam tešku alergiju na ove namirnice.

I am severely allergic to these foods.

Čak i najmanja količina može biti opasna po život.

Molim vas koristite čistu tavu, čist pribor i svježe ulje. Nemojte pripremati moju hranu s uljem, tavama ili noževima koji se koriste za drugu hranu.

A sample card, as shown in Croatia

What the card says, in Croatian and English

You pick your foods and say how serious it is. The card then tells the kitchen in Croatia, in these words, with English under each line so you always know what you are showing.

The phrases of the SafeMeal card in Croatian
Used forCroatianEnglish
Severe allergyImam tešku alergiju na ove namirnice.I am severely allergic to these foods.
Intolerance, religion, strict dietNe jedem ove namirnice.I do not eat these foods.
PreferenceMolim vas pripremite moj obrok bez ovih namirnica.Please prepare my meal without these foods.
Why it mattersČak i najmanja količina može biti opasna po život.Even a tiny amount can be life-threatening.
Kitchen precautionsMolim vas koristite čistu tavu, čist pribor i svježe ulje. Nemojte pripremati moju hranu s uljem, tavama ili noževima koji se koriste za drugu hranu.Please use a clean pan, clean utensils and fresh oil. Do not cook my food with shared oil, pans or knives.
Oils, broths and saucesOvo uključuje ulja, temeljce i umake napravljene od ovih sastojaka.This includes oils, broths and sauces made from these ingredients.
When in doubtAko niste sigurni, molim vas pitajte kuhara.If you are not sure, please ask the chef.
ThanksHvala vam na pomoći!Thank you for your help!

Where foods hide in Croatia

The name of a dish rarely says what is in it. For Croatia, SafeMeal lists 35 local dishes and products under the 42 foods they often hide. Here are the ones for the most common allergies; in the app, tap any food on your card to see its list.

Recipes vary from one kitchen to the next. Always confirm with the restaurant.

  • WheatPšenica

    • Bean and vegetable stewsGrah i varivo
    • Stuffed peppersPunjene paprike
  • MilkMlijeko

    • Štrukli
    • Cream sliceKremšnita
    • CrêpesPalačinke
  • EggJaje

    • SchnitzelBečki odrezak / pohani odrezak
    • Štrukli
    • Cream sliceKremšnita
    • FlanRožata / krem karamel
  • PorkSvinjetina

    • Cabbage rollsSarma
    • Bean and vegetable stewsGrah i varivo
    • Pašticada
    • Ćevapi
    • Stuffed peppersPunjene paprike

Make your card before you go to Croatia.

Pick your foods and look at what the kitchen would read. Try the live demo or get the app: the card works offline once it is set up.

Questions about eating out in Croatia

How do I say “I have a severe food allergy” in Croatian?

On the SafeMeal card, a severe allergy reads: “Imam tešku alergiju na ove namirnice.” In English: “I am severely allergic to these foods.” The card then shows each food with its picture and its name in Croatian, and asks the kitchen for a clean pan, clean utensils and fresh oil.

Which dishes in Croatia often contain wheat?

For Croatia, SafeMeal lists wheat as often hidden in: Bean and vegetable stews, Stuffed peppers. Recipes vary from one kitchen to the next, so always confirm with the restaurant.

Which dishes in Croatia often contain milk?

For Croatia, SafeMeal lists milk as often hidden in: Štrukli, Cream slice, Crêpes. Recipes vary from one kitchen to the next, so always confirm with the restaurant.

Which language is the allergy card in for Croatia?

In Croatia the card is shown in Croatian, with English under each food. The app picks the language from the country you are in, and you can change it at any time.

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SafeMeal is not a medical device. No card or app can guarantee a safe meal: always confirm with the restaurant staff, and keep your emergency medication with you.