I haven’t had Benny’s Pizza in years. I just recently went with my friends from Church and I was generally impressed. The last time I had it, I had an allergic reaction to ribs and fries. I know, right! Ribs and Fries? This happened when I was a kid and don’t necessarily remember all the details.

Food Rating 5 out of 5 Stars

Rationale: The wings were excellent. I got the bone in wings and the boneless wings. Both were really good and I genuinely enjoyed eating both of them.

Allergy Rating: 4 out of 5 Stars

Rationale: If it were last week I would’ve not given this restaurant high remarks, but things have luckily changed for me. Everyone was so friendly and answered all my questions. I called ahead and confirmed with my waiter to make sure everything was dairy-free. The only thing I would change is getting an allergy menu on their website. If your associated with Benny’s let me know and I can write one for you. DM me on Instagram or email me at ben@bensallergyandrestaurantreviews.com or comment down below on YouTube or wherever Podcast app you are listening to. I would love to help you improve even more. 

Overall, I recommend eating here. Make sure you communicate with your waiter/waitress and tell them about your allergy.

LaRosa’s Allergen Menu: https://www.larosas.com/pdf/IngredientListing.pdf?v=2023.07.20

I’ll be honest, I had no idea on what to expect from LaRosa’s. It has been in the Dublin, Ohio area for years. I have wanted to go for years and it is 15 minutes away from my house, and I was in the area getting a haircut/beard trim, so I decided to go and try it.

Food Rating: 5 out of 5 stars

Rationale: I got myself a pan pepperoni pizza. Guess, what there was Vegan (Dairy-free) Cheese as well. As a person with a dairy allergy this is awesome news. The smell of the food was so good and it tasted good as well. This is one of the best pizzas I’ve ever had. It felt like I actually ate pizza like a person who wasn’t allergic to dairy, which is why this meal was special.

Allergy Rating: 5 out of 5 stars

Rationale: The guy taking my order was super cautious of my allergy. He knew what cross-contimation was. He made sure the utensils didn’t touch dairy. I’m 100 percent sure this restaurant would do the same for you. This Restaurant had Vegan Cheese. I legitimately felt like I was eating pizza at pizza place. It was one of the best pizzas I’ve ever had. 

Overall, this is a must try pizza restaurant if you have this in your area. There are plenty of options for people with allergies. If you don’t have allergies this is still a must-try pizza place. You’ll definitely get your money’s worth. 

What makes Uncle Beth’s such a Hidden Gem? It is because they have wonderful service and they have really good food. It’s always homemade and you certainly won’t be disappointed eating here. It is open Thursday-Saturday from 11:30AM -7:30PM (you need to plan accordingly). It is always packed and everyone there seems happy to eat there. The place is in North Lewisburg, Ohio (a very small town) and it is a 15-25 minute drive from my house to the BBQ Joint. 

Food Rating: 5 out of 5 stars

Rationale: Brisket, BBQ Pork, Pork Potato, Nachos, spiced apples, & green beans are very good. If I’m lucky I ask the owner if the cakes are dairy-free and if it is dairy-free I get a slice of cake. I have never eaten a bad meal here. 

Allergy Rating: 4 out of 5 stars

Rationale: They don’t have an allergen menu, but I would be more than happy to write one for this place. You can ask the owner and she is very knowledgable about all the dishes she makes. The menu with the cakes changes, plus they’re always adding to their menu so asking her and the staff would be very important. 

Overall, I believe this is a wonderful place to eat and if you’re ever in this area this has to be your first stop. When my family is around there it definitely is for them. 

I came to Six Hundred Downtown Pizza for the first time with my Church group after we went tubing at Mad River Mountain. Six Hundred Downtown Pizza is a pizza place in Bellefontaine, Ohio. It doesn’t have an allergen menu but you can call the restaurant and ask the waiter/waitress & they’ll help you out.

Food Rating: 5 out of 5 stars

Rationale: I got the Italian crust with sausage, chicken, bacon, mushrooms & green peppers. The pizza was hot & fresh & it is one of the best Pizzas I’ve ever eaten.

Allergy Rating: 3 out of 5 stars

Rationale: They were very helpful & didn’t have an allergic reaction. The menu was confusing as well. I called them the night before I came and ate here and said the Italian crust is dairy-free, but the menu said it was made out of mozzarella. I was extremely confused & clarified my confusion to them & they did an excellent job of understanding my question.

I definitely would eat here again & if you have food allergies I would recommend you going to Six Hundred Downtown Pizza in Bellefontaine, Ohio.

I went to the Pizza Factory in Dayton, Ohio. I was celebrating my friend’s birthday and I went to the Air Force Museum that is in Dayton. He wanted to go to the Pizza Factory in downtown Dayton. 

Food Rating: 5 out of 5 stars

Rationale: This was fresh fresh pizza. I got the all meats pizza. It had pepperoni, ham, ground beef, sausage, and bacon. The crust was incredible. It made my day. This is one of the best pizza I’ve ever had. I ate the whole thing. All my friends loved it too, so it was really good and I highly recommend it if you want a good pizza place.

Allergy Rating: 4 out of 5 stars

Rationale: I went and ordered it and the guy put my dairy allergy in the computer and let the kitchen staff know. The only thing I would say is that they don’t allergen menu. I help small businesses write allergen menus. If you own Pizza Factory you can email me at ben@bensallergyandrestaurantreviews.com. You can also DM me on Instagram as well. Just search Ben’s Allergy and Restaurant Reviews. My IG handle is bensallergyrestaurantreviews. I do like your restaurant and has really good pizza. It’s easy to communicate your allergies to them and I called ahead to make sure I can eat here with my allergies. I highly recommend you try Pizza Factory in Downtown Dayton.

February 2024

Welcome to Ben Alexander’s Eats of the Month. I’m going to share my favorite dishes I ate this month! I will explain why I chose them and how they can be allergy-friendly for you!

Food #1: Der Dutchman Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

Rationale: These cookies are so good. I would say this has to be a top-10 cookie of all time. Der Dutchman is an Amish Kitchen in Ohio and has a location in Florida as well. I have one close to Marysville, Ohio located in nearby Plain City, Ohio. If you have a chance to eat at this restaurant I would definitely give this restaurant a chance. 

Food #2: Farm Rich Mozzerella Sticks

Rationale: Farm Rich Plant-Based Mozzerella Sticks are really good. I found these at my local Walmart. I have never had a mozzarella stick in my life until I filmed it for you. You can find the video on my YouTube Channel on my Shorts page, Instagram, & Tik Tok. I’ll tell you what I loved it and I ate the whole box. 

Food #3: Bowlero Bowling Alley Food

Rationale: I had these on the same day as my Mozzerella sticks. The hummus, salsa, pita bread, and chips were good. I had no meat that day, & I don’t remember the last time I didn’t have meat to eat. It did make me appreciate the fact meat is so important to me, and sometimes you need to take a break to realize how awesome meat is. 

Food #4: Skyline Chili: Chili Dogs, Fries, & Crackers

Rationale: I have always had Skyline Chili since I was a kid. I really enjoy the food. Skyline did change their cracker recipe to have dairy in it before & I would always check on their website or read the skyline crackers ingredients on the packages before you eat them. This goes with any of the food, but I’ll put a link in the description so you can read find out whether it is safe for you. If you’re not sure ask the cooks or servers before you order. 

Food #5: Dominos Wings

Rationale: I love Dominos and their wings are really good. The Bone-in wings are always juicy and fresh. I don’t order any sauce & the Boneless wings are really good too without sauce. Both the Boneless & Bone-in are dairy-free. According to Domino’s Allergen Menu their Boneless Wings have Wheat in them and their bone-in wings have no allergens listed. Always check and make sure they don’t have your allergens. Go and Google search Domino’s allergen menu & go to the one on their official website. I will also put the link in the description for Domino’s allergen menu as well. Also, if you’re not sure go ahead and ask the cooks or cashiers to make sure your food is allergy-friendly.

Monday 2/26: 

Lunch: Farm Rich Mozzarella Sticks

Rationale: I did an allergy and restaurant review on this, and you can find it on every platform minus podcasts & facebook. It’s on YouTube, Instagram, & Tik Tok. If you want to check it out, but this was my first time ever trying mozzarella sticks and they were really good. 

Dinner: Bowlero Bowling Alley Food: Chips & Salsa, Hummus & Pita Bread

Rationale: I went with my Young Adult group at my church and I was able to have fun and eat good dairy-free food. 

Tuesday 2/27: 

Lunch: Leftover Jet’s Pizza

Rationale: A quick lunch and I’m going to work!

Dinner: Arby’s: Chicken Nuggets, curly fries, and Apple Turnovers

Rationale: I love Arby’s. I can never go wrong with Arby’s at all. 

Wednesday 2/28: 

Lunch: Chocolatey Chip Pancake Poptarts (two packs)

Rationale: It was a nice treat and brunch before I headed off to work.

Dinner: Walmart Deli Popcorn Chicken & Tai Pei Orange Chicken Meal

Rationale: I really enjoyed tonight’s dinner. It was alot of Chicken and Vegetables. No desserts, and that is definitely a healthy choice. 

Thursday 2/29: 

Lunch: Gom

Rationale: The German Sloppy Joe never seems to disappoint. My Mom made this for me and I can’t complain at all. 

Dinner: Dominos: Bone-in & Boneless Wings

Rationale: I went to Dominos with my co-workers & friends. I haven’t had Domino’s in a long time, & I really enjoyed their wings alot. 

Snack: Boston’s: I went to Boston’s with my co-workers after work and I got wings, celery, carrots, and fries. Let me tell you they were fresh and good. My co-worker told me that she could hear the crisp and crunch of the wings and fries. They were so fresh, of course I went after 10 and food after 10 is always hot and fresh. 

Friday 3/1: 

Lunch: More Leftover Gom, Jose Ole Chicken Taquitos, peaches, and Grandma’s Pumpkin Bread

Rationale: My Mom made me alot and made sure I had plenty of food, thanks Mom! Plus Chicken Taquitos, peaches, and Grandma’s Pumpkin Bread you can’t complain about that. 

Dinner: Taco Bell: Nachos, Cinnamon Twists, & Grandma’s Pumpkin Bread

Rationale: I got my Nachos and Cinnamon Twists without any cross-contimination problems. Plus I got to eat Grandma’s Pumpkin Bread. 

Saturday 3/2:

Lunch: Grandma’s Pumpkin Bread & Chicken Taquitos from Jose Ole

Rationale: I really did enjoy eating this delicious meal before I headed off to work. 

Dinner: Arby’s: Chicken Nuggets, Crinkle Fries, and Cherry Turnovers

Rationale: I thought I ordered Apple Turnovers, but they gave me cherry instead & I thought they were good. The Nuggets & Crinkle Fries were good. I switched it up and got crinkle fries instead of curly fries. 

Sunday 3/3:

Breakfast: Cinnamon Rolls

Rationale: My Parents made Cinnamon Rolls & I split the pan with my brother. Even though I could’ve ate the whole thing, but it was probably for the best I didn’t because I had more room for lunch. 

Lunch: Roosters: Big Bob’s Burger w/Bacon & Tater Tots

Rationale: I’m glad I had this meal. It is my go-to every time because I can special order my burger to be dairy-free. 

Dinner: Nachos

Rationale: My Mom cooked up some ground beef and I put salsa and the ground beef on tortilla chips and I really enjoyed the meal. The beef was hot and fresh and cooked up really nice. Thanks Mom!

Monday 2/19: 

Lunch: Corn Dogs

Rationale: If you didn’t know already that I have a corn dog addiction because these are the only corn dogs that I can find that are dairy-free.

Dinner: Walmart Deli Popcorn Chicken & TastyKake Honey Buns

Rationale: I really enjoyed eating the Walmart Deli popcorn chicken & some TastyKake honey buns. It is the meal of champions. 

Tuesday 2/20: 

Lunch: Corn Dogs & Der Dutchmen Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

Rationale: A quick lunch and I’m going to work!

Dinner: Walmart Deli Popcorn Chicken & TastyKake Honey Buns

Rationale: This meal was so good that I had to get it again for dinner. 

Wednesday 2/21: 

Lunch: Beef & Bean Burritos, Peaches, & Der Dutchmen Chocolate Crinkle Cookies 

Rationale: I had a morning meeting and got up earlier than I usually do. I had more time to have a bigger lunch. Plus all the food items were really good! 

Dinner: Walmart Deli Popcorn Chicken & TastyKake Apple Pie

Rationale: I really enjoyed tonight’s dinner.

Snack: Buffalo Wild Wings: Boneless Wings

Rationale: Going to Bdubs after 10 when I get off work is amazing. My food is fresh & hot. I have been to Bdubs so much that the waiter even knows my name. I would recommend eating Bdubs after 10 if you like to stay up late like I do. 

Thursday 2/22: 

Lunch: Leftover Bdubs & Der Dutchmen Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

Rationale: I had to eat the leftovers & I love Der Dutchmen cookies. They’re the best. If you find a Der Dutchmen ever, they have good food. I’ll have to do an Allergy & Restaurant Review on that restaurant someday. 

Dinner: Wendy’s: Dave’s Triple w/ Lettuce & Fries 

Rationale: I went to Wendy’s with my co-workers & friends. It was pretty good & Wendy’s is really good. 

Friday 2/23: 

Lunch: Der Dutchmen Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

Rationale: I had to eat the last two cookies. We had an early dinner & I saved room for dinner, & you’ll see why. 

Dinner: Skyline Chili: Chili Hot Dogs, Fries, Oreos and Crackers 

Rationale: My brother had tickets to watch a Columbus Blue Jackets Hockey game & it was a good time. The food was awesome as well. I haven’t been to a Skyline Chili in a long time & I think Skyline is one of my favorite restaurants of all time. They’re quick & their food is really good, & they do have an allergen menu on their website so I can easily see what I can or can’t eat. You can do the same with your allergies as well. My Dad went to the concessions at the hockey game and bought me Oreos so I really can’t complain about that. 

Saturday 2/24:

Lunch: Corn Dogs, Skyline Crackers, Peaches, & Oreos

Rationale: I really do enjoy eating this delicious meal before I headed off to work. I got up earlier so I had more time to eat this meal. 

Dinner: Tai Pei Shrimp Fried Rice, Crispy Crowns Potatoes, & Peeps

Rationale: I enjoy eating the Tai Pei meals & Crispy Crowns Potatoes by Ore-Ida. I haven’t had Peeps in a while & they are really good. I love Peeps because they’re dairy-free minus the ones that have milk chocolate covering them. There might be more that have dairy in them, but those are the only ones I know to have dairy in them. 

Snack: Rotisserie Chicken

Rationale: My parents bought rotisserie chicken for them to eat while I was at work & gave some for me. It wasn’t that much chicken so I just ate the chicken for a late-night snack. 

Sunday 2/25:

Lunch: China Wok: Sweet & Sour Chicken, Fried Rice, Beef & Broccoli, & Grandma’s Red Velvet Cake

Rationale: China Wok is one of my favorite Chinese restaurants of all time & I have had it since I was a child. My Grandam made a Red Velvet Cake w/ Strawberry Icing for Valentine’s Day. My Grandma freezed it so I could have some later. I just put the thing in the microwave for a while & I can’t complain about Red Velvet cake. I would definitely eat it again, thanks Grandma!

Dinner: Jet’s Pizza: Deep Dish Pizza w/ Hamburger, Italian Sausage, & Green Peppers Plus some Haribo Gummy Bears

Rationale: Jet’s Pizza is a new pizza place in Marysville, Ohio. I’ll have to do an allergy & restaurant review about this restaurant someday. I really do love this pizza & I have had it before because there are lots of Jet’s Pizza locations in the Central Ohio Area, and now they have one less than 5 minutes away from my house, so I can’t complain at all. Topping that off with Haribo Gummy Bears & I can’t complain.

Monday 2/5:

Lunch: Grandma’s Pumpkin Bread w/ Honey

Rationale: Since I was sick I thought Honey was a nice idea to add to my Grandma’s amazing pumpkin bread

Dinner: Burnt Ends

Rationale: I was sick and I thought it was good. It was the first time I had burnt ends. I wasn’t very impressed, I prefer regular brisket instead of the burnt ends. I’m just not a fine of burnt ends! That’s all!

Tuesday 2/6:

Lunch: Leftover Red Shed BBQ

Rationale: I got some leftover Red Shed BBQ. Red Shed is a BBQ place in Marysville, Ohio.

Snack: Skittles

Rationale: I really enjoy that my work had skittles available for me to eat!

Dinner: Healthy Choice Chicken Stir Fry meal, Crispy Crowns (Potatoes), Skittles, & Starburst

Rationale: I really needed a Healthy Choice meal with all the candy I’ve eaten. You can’t go wrong with Potatoes & more candy.

Wednesday 2/7: 

Lunch: Leftover Red Shed BBQ again

Rationale: We had lots of leftover BBQ, & I’m happy to eat it before I head off to work

Dinner: Apple Pie

Rationale: I love Hostess Apple Pie. I didn’t take a picture of what my entre was & I really can’t remember what I ate, I know I just didn’t eat a Hostess Apple Pie. I’ve been sick and I have been behind, but I’m trying to do more with Ben’s Allergy & Restaurant Reviews. That is why I would suggest you following me on all my platforms so you don’t miss anything that I come out with.

Thursday 2/8:

Lunch: Corn Dogs

Rationale: I’m back to eating Foster Farms corn dogs & I just love them because they’re dairy-free corn dogs & I can’t complain about dairy-free corn dogs.

Snack: Skittles

Rationale: My work had skittles available so I had some to eat!

Dinner: Sheetz: Chicken Stripz, Curly Fryz, & David’s Chocolate Chip Brownie 

Rationale: I always love Sheetz because it is hot & fresh. I’ve never had a bad meal at Sheetz. I found a dairy-free Brownie in a store & I really enjoyed the Chocolate Chip Brownie. I highly recommend eating David’s Chocolate Chip Brownie. I have only seen it at the Sheetz in Marysville, Ohio. Do a Google search or visit David’s website to see where you can find these delicious delicacies in your area.

Friday 2/9: 

Lunch: Sugar Cookie Poptarts

Rationale: I had a pack of Sugar Cookie Poptarts, a very simple lunch. I’m on my day off from work & I’m finding a way to chill & relax!

Dinner: Pizza Hut Pizza

Rationale: I really like Pizza Hut pizza & they do well with my allergies like separating utensils & avoiding cross-contimination with dairy. I just put my dairy-free cheese when I come home. The Pizza Hut in Marysville, Ohio does a great job with allergies. I highly recommend eating at that Pizza Hut.

Saturday 2/10:

Lunch: Leftover Pizza Hut Pizza

Rationale: I got to do this, right? I don’t want to waste perfectly good pizza, so I have to do this!

Dinner: Arby’s: Chicken nuggets, curly fries, & apple turnovers

Rationale: I love Arby’s so much! When I go to Arby’s I’m never going to complain! 

Sunday 2/11:

Breakfast: Cinnamon Rolls

Rationale: I normally don’t eat breakfast, because I sleep past breakfast normally because I work from 1 in the afternoon till 10 at night! I went to Church & my parents made me cinnamon rolls. They’re actually cinnamon rolls from Aldi & I’ve had them since I was a child.

Lunch: Texas Roadhouse: Ribs, Fried Catfish, Steak Fries, & Green Beans

Rationale: My parents had a Texas Roadhouse gift card & decided to use it for a family meal with my Grandma. I haven’t had Texas Roadhouse in a while & it was really good. This was the first time trying their ribs & I thought their ribs were good. I highly recommend Texas Roadhouse as a good place to eat that hasn’t given me an allergic reaction.

Dinner: Super Bowl Food: Pigs in a Blanket, Lunch Meat Crescent Rolls, Celery, & JJ Bakery’s Chocolate Pie

Rationale: I really enjoyed that my Mom picked up a chocolate pie from the store to surprise me for the Super Bowl. I love watching football & having some good food to enjoy the biggest sporting event of the year is a wonderful way to enjoy the event when you got great food to eat.

Monday 2/12: 

Lunch: Corn Dogs

Rationale: I love my Corn Dogs & I really can’t complain about them at all, especially they’re dairy-free!

Dinner: Tai Pei Shrimp Fried Rice & Mike & Ike’s

Rationale: I really enjoy eating Tai Pei Shrimp Fried Rice, plus eating some Mike & Ike’s I really can’t complain at all!

Snack: Owyn No Nut Buttercup Protein Shake & a Pack of Sugar Cookie Pop Tarts

Rationale: I love the Protein Shake & I love the pack of Sugar Cookie Pop Tarts! It makes the protein shake much better with the Poptarts of course! Even though I can do without the Poptarts. 

Tuesday 2/13:

Lunch: Corn Dogs

Rationale: I can’t stop eating these Foster Farms Corn Dogs! Perfectly dairy-free as well!

Dinner: Walmart Deli Popcorn Chicken, Fritos, & a TastyKake Iced Honey Bun

Rationale: This is the meal of Champions. I love Walmart Deli’s popcorn chicken. Fritos & a Honey Bun makes it much better!

Wednesday 2/14:

Lunch: Corn Dogs

Rationale: I love eating these corn dogs, I can’t stop it!!!

Dinner: Banquet Sweet & Sour Chicken & TastyKake Glazed Honey Buns

Rationale: I love this meal as well! Banquet Sweet & Sour Chicken is dairy-free & I really enjoy eating the Banquet Sweet & Sour Chicken meal. Add TastyKake Glazed Honey Buns & I’m really happy to eat this meal for dinner!

Thursday 2/15:

Lunch: Corn Dogs

Rationale: I have a corn dog addiction! These are the only brand of corn dogs I know that are dairy-free! Fried Hot Dogs are pretty good because I do enjoy eating hot dogs!

Dinner: Culver’s: Chicken Tenders & Fries

Rationale: I went to Culver’s with some of my co-workers & friends. I love eating their Chicken Tenders & Fries. My food is hot & fresh all the time! I personally love Culver’s it is easily one of my favorite fast food restaurants of all time!

Snack: Sugar Cookie Poptarts

Rationale: I really love Sugar Cookie Poptarts, they’re one of my favorite flavors of Poptarts. To some people’s surprise it is dairy-free!

Friday 2/16:

Lunch: Culver’s: Jumbo Butterfly Shrimp, Fries, Carrots, Mike & Ike’s, & Gummy Tic Tac Toe Pieces

Rationale: My Brother & Mom got me Culver’s! Since I had it last night I really can’t complain because I can eat more options at Culver’s! Their Shrimp is amazing & it is always hot and fresh! I normally don’t get it because their Chicken Tenders are so amazing! I ate Carrots & my Valentines Candy that my Mom gave me!

Dinner: Homemade Pizza

Rationale: My Mom Made Pizza using Rhodes Rolls! It was pretty good & I ate a lot of the pizza.

Saturday 2/17:

Lunch: Leftover Homemade Pizza

Rationale: I finished all the leftover pizza I had last night! It was awesome to eat it before I headed off to work!

Dinner: Asian Cafe: Sweet & Sour Chicken, Fried Rice, Green Beans, Potatoes, Jello, & a Fortune Cookie

Rationale: I love Asian Cafe in Marysville, Ohio. It’s a buffet if you sit in & a carryout place. I got the buffet & I can walk to it from my work. I love everything about this restaurant! Good food, nice service, & no allergic reactions, what more can you ask of a restaurant!

Sunday 2/18:

Breakfast: Chocolatey Chip Pancake Poptarts

Rationale: I normally don’t eat breakfast since I don’t go to work until the afternoon. I went to Church so I ate breakfast. This was the first time I ate these Poptarts that are surprisingly dairy-free. I thought these Poptarts would have dairy in them for sure! I’m glad they didn’t because these Poptarts are really good!

Lunch: Tres Potrillos: Carnita Fries w/ Chips & Salsa

Rationale: Everytime I go to Tres Potrillos my local Mexican restaurant in Marysville, Ohio I always get the Carnita Fries. Pork & Fries they never disappoint. I really love this place & my family does too, they want to come here! I got to eat Chips & Salsa because they give you Chips & Salsa as an appetizer at no charge, which is pretty cool!

Dinner: Lunch Meat Crescent Rolls, Peaches, & Oreos

Rationale: I love these Lunch Meat Crescent Rolls that my Mom makes. Pepperoni & Ham put it in the crescent rolls put it in the oven. It’s an easy meal for my Mom to make me. Plus they had egg & cheese casserole. Which doesn’t do well with my dairy allergy & my not so severe egg allergy. I can eat eggs baked in cakes or other baked goods! My Mom did make me something I can eat. Which I appreciate that! Eating Peaches & Oreos puts this meal as a really good meal.