A customer who is allergic to nuts is trying to order something safe to eat at a restaurant. To make sure the customer does not have an allergic reaction, what should the server do?

• A. Ask if the customer has eaten at the restaurant before.
• B. Point out items on the menu that other customers with similar allergies have ordered.
• C. Ask the customer what foods he or she normally eats.
• D. Offer to show the customer the list of ingredients for any questionable menu items.

Answer: (D)

The key idea is providing precise, verifiable allergen information from a reliable source so the guest can avoid any nut ingredients. Offering to show the ingredient list for any questionable menu items gives the customer real, checkable details about what’s in a dish and whether nuts or nut-derived products are present. This approach also invites confirmation with the kitchen about potential cross-contact and allows the guest to decide safely whether a dish can be prepared without nuts or if an alternative is needed. It demonstrates proactive care and reduces the risk of an allergic reaction by removing guesswork.

Other options don’t directly address the safety concern. Simply asking if the customer has eaten there before doesn’t help identify current ingredients. Pointing out items based on what other customers with similar allergies ordered isn’t reliable or comprehensive. Asking what foods the guest normally eats doesn’t focus on the exact ingredients that could trigger a reaction. Showing the ingredient list is the most trustworthy way to ensure the guest can make a safe choice.