Is The Apollo Low FODMAP? Fine Dining Guide
Navigate low FODMAP dining at The Apollo. Tips for communicating dietary needs and finding safe options at this fine dining restaurant.
How this guide was checked
On January 1, 2025, the FODMAP Gut Diet Editorial Team reviewed The Apollo's publicly available menu information for the Australia market. We compared 3 potential options and 5 higher-risk items with common FODMAP ingredient and portion concerns. This is a time-stamped ingredient review, not laboratory testing of the finished dishes.
Suppliers, recipes, serving sizes, and staff procedures can vary by location. Confirm the current ingredients before ordering. A FODMAP assessment does not establish allergy safety, gluten-free status, or freedom from cross-contact.
✓ Potential Lower FODMAP Options
| Item | Notes | Modifications |
|---|---|---|
| Grilled Lamb | Greek-style grills | Request no garlic, simple preparation |
| Grilled Fish | Mediterranean preparations | Request olive oil and lemon only |
| Rice | Greek rice | Request plain, no onion pilaf |
✗ Items to Avoid
- • Hummus (chickpeas are high FODMAP)
- • Tzatziki (may contain garlic)
- • Skordalia (garlic-based)
- • Bread and pita (wheat)
- • Onion, garlic preparations
Example Orders
Greek Dining
- ✓ Contact restaurant in advance
- ✓ Grilled lamb or fish, simply prepared
- ✓ Plain rice, no pilaf
- ✓ Greek salad without feta if lactose-sensitive
Tip: Focus on simple grilled proteins
About The Apollo
The Apollo is a celebrated Greek restaurant in Sydney’s Potts Point, known for its convivial atmosphere and refined Greek cuisine.
Quick Summary
Best approach: Contact the restaurant in advance. Greek cuisine can work with modifications - focus on grilled proteins and avoid the dips.
Key challenge: Hummus, tzatziki, and skordalia all contain high-FODMAP ingredients.
This guide provides general FODMAP guidance for fine dining. Menu items change seasonally. Always confirm ingredients directly with the restaurant.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Apollo low FODMAP? ▼
Yes, The Apollo has low FODMAP options including Grilled Lamb, Grilled Fish, Rice. Always confirm with staff about current ingredients and preparation methods.
What can I order at The Apollo on a low FODMAP diet? ▼
Safe low FODMAP options at The Apollo include: Grilled Lamb, Grilled Fish, Rice. Ask for modifications when needed.
What should I avoid at The Apollo on a low FODMAP diet? ▼
Items to avoid at The Apollo include: Hummus (chickpeas are high FODMAP), Tzatziki (may contain garlic), Skordalia (garlic-based), Bread and pita (wheat), Onion, garlic preparations. These contain high FODMAP ingredients like onion, garlic, or wheat.
What is a good low FODMAP meal at The Apollo? ▼
A great low FODMAP meal at The Apollo is the Greek Dining: Contact restaurant in advance, Grilled lamb or fish, simply prepared, Plain rice, no pilaf, Greek salad without feta if lactose-sensitive. Always verify current ingredients with staff.
