Updated February 2023! Scattered about the U.S., Yard House pours thousands of gallons of craft beer and specialty cocktails daily, while serving an extensive and eclectic menu of gourmet pub food. As an interesting twist, Yard House has a full menu of items using gardein vegan meat alternative, BUT not everything on that menu is dairy-free and vegan. Fortunately, the are quite knowledgeable and transparent about which items are vegan-friendly.
Yard House Dairy-Free Menu Guide with Vegan & Gluten-Free Options
Yard House has many dairy-free menu options and many more that can be custom ordered. We reached out with specific questions to make this dairy-free guide as extensive and helpful as possible. Be aware of special order requirements in parentheses () next to the menu items, and see the Heads Up notes to help fill in the blanks.
Fryer & Grill Note: Items marked with an asterisk (*) are cooked on the grill or in the fryer, which presents a special risk for cross-contamination, according to Yard House. Menu items containing milk and other top allergens are also cooked on the grill or in the fryer. But keep in mind that all foods are at some degree of risk for potential cross contamination with allergens. Always discuss the degree of your concerns with your server before ordering.
Other Allergen & Dietary Notes: The burgers and sandwiches, and all other items listed as “gluten sensitive” can be ordered gluten-free from the gluten sensitive menu. For vegan options, see the Vegan Menu Guide at the bottom of this post.
Appetizers
- Avocado Toast (no feta spread)
- Blackened Ahi Sashimi
- Cali Roll Stack*
- Chicken Lettuce Wraps*
- Edamame – Steamed (gluten sensitive) or Chili Garlic
- Firecracker Shrimp*
- Gardein Chicken Tenders (sub dairy-free dipping sauces)*
- Guacamole & Chips*
- Guacamole & Veggies (gluten sensitive)
- Jumbo Bavarian Pretzel (no beer cheese sauce)
- Poke Nachos*
- Spicy Tuna Stack
- Sweet Potato Fries*
- Truffle Fries (no parmesan)*
- Wings, Boneless – Whiskey Black Pepper, Lemon Pepper, Korean Chili Garlic; Buffalo and BBQ with no ranch dressing*
- Wings, Crispy Traditional – Whiskey Black Pepper, Lemon Pepper, Korean Chili Garlic; Buffalo and BBQ with no ranch dressing*
- Wings, Gardein – Whiskey Black Pepper, Lemon Pepper, Korean Chili Garlic; Buffalo and BBQ with no ranch dressing*
Heads Up! According to Yard House’s vegan information, the Buffalo and BBQ sauces are dairy-free, but those wing flavors come with ranch dressing on the side. Ask for another dressing or enjoy them without. And sorry, that cool-looking Onion Ring Tower contains milk. The Shiitake Garlic Noodle, Calamari, Chicken Tenders, Sliders, and Grilled Korean BBQ Beef also contain milk.
Soup
Heads Up! At this time, there are no dairy-free soups at Yard House.
Salads
- Ahi Crunchy Salad*
- BBQ Chicken Salad (no cheese, no ranch dressing)*
- BBQ Gardein Chicken Salad (no cheese, no ranch dressing)*
- Cobb Salad (no cheese, no ranch dressing) (gluten sensitive)*
- House Salad (no croutons, no cheese, confirm dairy-free dressing) (gluten sensitive)
- Poke Salad*
Dairy-Free Add-Ons: Chicken, Salmon, Shrimp*
Dairy-Free Salad Dressings: Soy Vinaigrette
Tacos
- Carne Asada Taco (order corn tortillas for “gluten sensitive”)*
- Grilled Korean Beef Taco*
Heads Up! At last check, all of their seafood tacos contained milk.
Burgers & Sandwiches
- BBQ Bacon Burger (see Bread Note, no cheese or sub vegan cheese)*
- Beer-Battered Fish Sandwich (see Bread Note)*
- Beyond Burger (see Bread Note)*
- Double Decker BLT (see Bread Note)
- Everything-Crusted Ahi Sandwich (see Bread Note)*
- Gardein Chicken & Avocado Sandwich (see Bread Note, no cheese or sub vegan cheese)*
- Grilled Chicken & Avocado Sandwich (see Bread Note, no cheese or sub vegan cheese)*
- Hamburger (see Bread Note)*
- Kurobuta Pork Burger (see Bread Note, no cheese or sub vegan cheese)*
- Stacked Turkey Club (see Bread Note, no cheese or sub vegan cheese)
Bread Note: The hoagie and both types of brioche buns at Yard House contain dairy. The Gluten-Free Bun is allergy-friendly and vegan, and their Kids Hamburger Bun is also reported as dairy-free. The Artisan Bread they use for their Avocado Toast is also made without milk, and might be available for sandwiches. Make sure to specify your need for dairy-free bread when ordering.
Heads Up! Most locations do offer vegan cheese alternative for the Beyond Burger. They might accommodate a cheese swap on the other burgers and sandwiches. At last check, all aioli options at Yard House were made without dairy, including the garlic, basil, and srirach aolis.
Pizzas
Heads Up! Unfortunately, the pizza crust at Yard House contains dairy, so even their cheese-less pizzas contain milk.
Other Mains
- Beer-Battered Fish & Chips* (seasonal)
- Chicken Bowl*
- Cilantro Lime Chicken (gluten sensitive)*
- Gardein Chicken Bowl
- Gardein Orange Chicken (no jasmine rice; can sub brown rice or spicy rice)*
- Maui Pineapple Chicken (no jasmine rice; can sub brown rice or spicy rice)*
- Mediterranean Salmon
- Orange Chicken (no jasmine rice; can sub brown rice or spicy rice)*
- Sesame Crusted Ahi (no jasmine rice; can sub brown rice or spicy rice) (gluten sensitive)*
- Sesame Shrimp Noodles (gluten sensitive)
- Shrimp Bowl*
- Steak Bowl*
- Thai Grilled Pork Chop*
- Whiskey Salmon (no mashed potatoes, sub dairy-free side)
Heads Up! The steaks at Yard House are cooked with butter, but you can order them without butter and with dairy-free sides, on request.
Kids Menu
- Classic Sliders*
- Fish & Chips*
- Grilled Chicken with BBQ Sauce or Soy Ginger Sauce*
Heads Up: Sorry kids, the chicken tenders contain milk!
Sides
- Brown Rice (gluten sensitive)
- French Fries*
- Pinto Beans (no cheese) (gluten sensitive)
- Spicy Rice (gluten sensitive)
- Steamed Mixed Vegetables (no butter)
- Sweet Potato Fries*
- Truffle Fries (no parmesan)*
Heads Up! The Jasmine Rice is buttered.
Yard House Vegan Menu Guide
Vegan Appetizers
- Avocado Toast (no feta spread)
- Edamame – Steamed or Hot & Spicy
- Gardein Wings – Whiskey Black Pepper, Lemon Pepper, Korean Chili Garlic; Buffalo and BBQ with no ranch dressing
- Gardein Tenders (no ranch, no dijon)
- Guacamole & Chips
- Guacamole & Veggies
- Jumbo Bavarian Pretzel (no beer cheese sauce)
- Sweet Potato Fries
- Truffle Fries (no parmesan)
- House Salad (no croutons, no cheese)
Vegan Mains
- Beyond Burger (gluten-free bun)
- Gardein BBQ Chicken Salad (no cheese, no ranch dressing)
- Gardein Chicken & Avocado Sandwich (gluten-free bun, no cheese, no mayo)
- Gardein Chicken Bowl
- Gardein Orange Chicken (no jasmine rice; can sub spicy rice)
Vegan Sides
- French Fries
- Sweet Potato Fries
- Truffle Fries (no parmesan)
- Spicy Rice
- Pinto Beans (no cheese)
- Steamed Mixed Vegetables (no butter)
This Post is for Informational Purposes Only
Menus, ingredients, kitchen procedures, management, food sourcing, and restaurant protocols are subject to change at any time. Always read the menu and discuss your dietary needs with the staff before ordering. Make sure they can accommodate your situation. This post is for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as advice.
There is always a risk for potential cross-contamination of allergens in any commercial kitchen. If cross-contamination is an issue for you, always speak with the manager to ensure that your meal can be safely prepared. Listings here do not guarantee that a restaurant is safe enough for your individual needs. Only you can make that decision.
Each location of a chain restaurant has different management and staff, and some might have different owners. This means differences in processes, ingredients used, menu options, and food sourcing can occur. Always verify the safety of your order for your needs at your current location.
Where to Find Yard House
They have over 80 locations throughout the U.S. in 26 states and D.C. See their website below for addresses, hours, and online ordering.
Website: www.yardhouse.com
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