Allergy card for Poland, in Polish
In Poland, SafeMeal shows your card in Polish, with English under each food. Here is what it tells the kitchen, and the 40 local dishes where your foods often hide.
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PolskiMMayaSILNA ALERGIA
I am severely allergic to these foods.
Add a food to see your card.
Proszę użyć czystej patelni, czystych przyborów kuchennych i świeżego oleju. Proszę nie przygotowywać mojego jedzenia na wspólnym oleju ani przy użyciu wspólnych patelni czy noży.
What the card says, in Polish and English
You pick your foods and say how serious it is. The card then tells the kitchen in Poland, in these words, with English under each line so you always know what you are showing.
| Used for | Polish | English |
|---|---|---|
| Severe allergy | Mam bardzo silną alergię na te produkty. | I am severely allergic to these foods. |
| Intolerance, religion, strict diet | Nie jem tych produktów. | I do not eat these foods. |
| Preference | Proszę przygotować mój posiłek bez tych produktów. | Please prepare my meal without these foods. |
| Why it matters | Nawet śladowa ilość może zagrażać życiu. | Even a tiny amount can be life-threatening. |
| Kitchen precautions | Proszę użyć czystej patelni, czystych przyborów kuchennych i świeżego oleju. Proszę nie przygotowywać mojego jedzenia na wspólnym oleju ani przy użyciu wspólnych patelni czy noży. | Please use a clean pan, clean utensils and fresh oil. Do not cook my food with shared oil, pans or knives. |
| Oils, broths and sauces | Dotyczy to również olejów, bulionów i sosów zrobionych z tych składników. | This includes oils, broths and sauces made from these ingredients. |
| When in doubt | W razie wątpliwości proszę zapytać szefa kuchni. | If you are not sure, please ask the chef. |
| Thanks | Dziękuję za pomoc! | Thank you for your help! |
Where foods hide in Poland
The name of a dish rarely says what is in it. For Poland, SafeMeal lists 40 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.
WheatPszenica- Kopytka
- Meat pattiesKotlet mielony
- Potato pancakesPlacki ziemniaczane
- PâtéPasztet
MilkMleko- Pierogi ruskie
- Sour cream soupsZupy zabielane
- Mashed potatoesZiemniaki puree
- Lazy dumplingsKluski leniwe
EggJajko- SchnitzelKotlet schabowy
- Rosół
- Russian saladSałatka jarzynowa
- Meat pattiesKotlet mielony
- Potato pancakesPlacki ziemniaczane
- DoughnutsPączki i donuty
- Kopytka
- CheesecakeSernik
PorkWieprzowina- Bigos
- Cabbage rollsGołąbki
- Żurek
- Meat pattiesKotlet mielony
- Blood sausageKaszanka
- PâtéPasztet
Make your card before you go to Poland.
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 Poland
How do I say “I have a severe food allergy” in Polish?
On the SafeMeal card, a severe allergy reads: “Mam bardzo silną alergię na te produkty.” In English: “I am severely allergic to these foods.” The card then shows each food with its picture and its name in Polish, and asks the kitchen for a clean pan, clean utensils and fresh oil.
Which dishes in Poland often contain wheat?
For Poland, SafeMeal lists wheat as often hidden in: Kopytka, Meat patties, Potato pancakes, Pâté. Recipes vary from one kitchen to the next, so always confirm with the restaurant.
Which dishes in Poland often contain milk?
For Poland, SafeMeal lists milk as often hidden in: Pierogi ruskie, Sour cream soups, Mashed potatoes, Lazy dumplings. Recipes vary from one kitchen to the next, so always confirm with the restaurant.
Which language is the allergy card in for Poland?
In Poland the card is shown in Polish, 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.