Aren't restaurants require to provide nutritional information?

Question

I went on the T.G.I Friday's website to see how many calories were in certain meals and their website says:

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“T.G.I. Friday’s Restaurants® understands that our guests have many different nutritional desires. The selected nutritional information we provide is listed on our menu in restaurants or at http://www.fridays.com/menu.htm. We do not provide ingredient statements.

Each of our Atkins® menu items list NET CARBS. We also offer a variety of menu items with great tastes and flavors which are approximately 10g FAT AND 500 CALORIES. You can find these items on our menu with the fat and calorie information listed below the menu item description.

As our guest we know you expect our high standards in innovation, choice and value. Watch our on-line menu as we continue to expand our menu offerings.”

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Isn't it a federal law, which you HAVE to provide nutritional information for all menu items?

Answer 1

There is no official Fedral Law requiring restaurants to list the nutrional information of thier menu, alhtough there is a bill in the house to require, especially for fast food restaurants. The only time a restaurant is require by Federal law to list this, is if the menu item advertises a specific benefit to the food, (atkins, south beach ect...) Other than that it is not required. Some states, counties, and even cities are now requiring their restaurants provide nutrional info for all menu items (NYC is one) It may happen soon though, that the federal govement may pass this law so keep an eye on your local restaurant menu.

Answer 2

Give it a break!!! Just eat a nice variety of foods in moderation; you'll live. If I'd sat and read "nutritional information" every time I ate I'd have gone insane years ago!

Answer 3

i dont know if it is but i know its not done often

Answer 4

i believe you have to request it

Answer 5

no there is not such law!