Guide to Eating Out
How to Eat Kosher—Anywhere.
Whether you’re dining at a non-kosher restaurant, staying at an Airbnb, navigating an office kitchen, or grabbing takeout on the road, this guide walks you through how to make smart, kosher choices without compromising halachah. Learn how to read menus, kasher kitchen tools, and confidently ask the right questions—so you can eat out and still keep 100% kosher.
Kosher Guide to Major Fast Food Chains
Wondering what you can eat at McDonald's, Starbucks, Domino’s, or Subway without compromising kashrut? This unified guide breaks down major fast food chains by category, explaining what’s kosher, what to ask, and what to skip—backed by halachic principles. It’s your go-to resource for staying kosher on the road, anywhere in the world.
Read MoreFrench Cuisine – A Kosher Guide
French cuisine may feel like a minefield—full of sauces, wine reductions, and yes, snails—but it’s not impossible. This guide walks you through what’s safe to eat, what to ask about, and what to avoid, with clear halachic reasoning. Stick to vegetarian dishes, kosher fish, and basic items, and you’ll do just fine. Bon appétit!
Read MoreMexican Cuisine – A Kosher Guide
Mexican Cuisine
Mexican food can be fully kosher if you stick to vegetarian and know what to ask. This guide covers tortillas, beans, rice, and what to watch out for—like lard, broth, or frying oil. Just ask, and you’ll eat well. ¡Buen provecho!
Read MoreIndian Cuisine – A Kosher Guide by Region
Indian Cuisine (Regional)
India is one of the easiest places in the world to eat kosher. A huge percentage of the country is vegetarian, and restaurants clearly mark every item as veg or non-veg. This guide breaks down what to eat—and what to ask—in each region: North, South, West, and East.
Read MoreAsian Restaurants – Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese (and Similar)
Asian Cuisine (Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese, etc.)
These restaurants are tough for kosher eaters—but not off-limits. Stick to vegetarian dishes, ask the right questions, and you’ll find plenty that’s halachically fine. This guide shows you what to order and what to avoid.
Read MoreJapanese Restaurants & Sushi – What’s Kosher and What’s Not
Japanese Restaurants & Sushi
Sushi, poke bowls, and even tempura can be fully kosher—with no supervision—if you know what to choose. This guide breaks down the halachic reasoning and shows you how to order confidently in any Japanese restaurant.
Read MoreGuide to Eating at Mediterranean Restaurants (Greek, Lebanese, Turkish, & Israeli)
With fresh salads, dips, breads, and grilled vegetables, Mediterranean restaurants are some of the easiest places to eat kosher. This guide shows you what to order, what to ask, and why almost everything—except the wine—is halachically fine.
Read MoreHalachic Basis for Eating in Non-Kosher Restaurants
Can You Eat in a Non-Kosher Restaurant? Absolutely.
This page explains the halachic foundation for eating in non-kosher restaurants. Bishul Akum is a rabbinic rule with many exceptions. Pastries and breads have their own leniencies. And marit ayin doesn’t apply here. If you know what you’re eating and follow the basic rules, you’re 100% within halacha. Always have been.
Read MoreGuide to Eating Kosher in an Italian Restaurant
Italian restaurants are by far the easiest places to eat kosher in. When you're traveling, unsure of local cuisines, or just want something simple and safe — even in the middle of China — look for Italian. This guide will show you exactly how to do it, what to ask, and what you can confidently eat.
Read MoreHow to Kasher an AirBNB
Kashering an Airbnb is easier than you think. You don’t need to kasher dishes, silverware, or appliances—just a few metal items that go directly on the fire, like pots, pans, and maybe a grill. In 15 minutes or less, you’re set for a kosher stay. No stress, no obsessing—just a simple, practical guide based on real halachah.
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