This study compared similarities and gaps in strategies and performance related to food allergies between U.S. and Alabama restaurants. The online questionnaires were completed by 185 managerial staff (United States: 110; AL: 75). Both samples have strategies to accommodate food allergy clients. Mean food allergy knowledge scores were 19.74 +/- 4.61 (United States) and 20.21 +/- 4.64 (AL) of 28 maximum score. Both samples viewed to employees' lack of commitment and interest as barriers of training provision. More U.S. sample provided employee food allergy training compared to AL sample. More studies are needed to identify best practices in food allergy management that apply to the restaurant industry.