49th Parallel Coffee Canada Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, 49th Parallel Coffee Canada cooks with: Lucky's Doughnuts (in-house at 49th Parallel cafes) are deep-fried in a canola/vegetable oil blend typical of Canadian scratch bakeries; savoury egg burgers and toast items are griddled in butter. Across the 27 menu items we analyzed, it averages 3.6g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
Safest Orders at 49th Parallel Coffee Canada
Learn this once: a salad with grilled protein and the dressing left off is nearly always the lowest seed oil order anywhere. So the list below sticks to real meals, salads included, never just a water.
Cleanest full order: Drip Coffee + Avocado Toast, 5.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Cortado | 0.0g |
| Banana Bread | 2.0g |
| Turkey Sandwich | 5.0g |
| Green Salad | 5.0g |
| Egg Burger (bacon, cheese) | 6.0g |
What to Avoid at 49th Parallel Coffee Canada
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Lucky's Maple Bacon Doughnut | 9.0g |
| Lucky's Seasonal Filled Doughnut | 9.0g |
| Lucky's Glazed Doughnut | 8.0g |
| Lucky's Chocolate Doughnut | 8.0g |
| Egg Burger (sausage, cheese) | 7.0g |
Frequently asked
Does 49th Parallel Coffee Canada use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, 49th Parallel Coffee Canada cooks with: Lucky's Doughnuts (in-house at 49th Parallel cafes) are deep-fried in a canola/vegetable oil blend typical of Canadian scratch bakeries; savoury egg burgers and toast items are griddled in butter. Across the 27 menu items we analyzed, it averages 3.6g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
What oil does 49th Parallel Coffee Canada cook with?
Our research indicates: Lucky's Doughnuts (in-house at 49th Parallel cafes) are deep-fried in a canola/vegetable oil blend typical of Canadian scratch bakeries; savoury egg burgers and toast items are griddled in butter. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does 49th Parallel Coffee Canada use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates 49th Parallel Coffee Canada cooks with Lucky's Doughnuts (in-house at 49th Parallel cafes) are deep-fried in a canola/vegetable oil blend typical of Canadian scratch bakeries; savoury egg burgers and toast items are griddled in butter, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is 49th Parallel Coffee Canada seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates 49th Parallel Coffee Canada cooks with Lucky's Doughnuts (in-house at 49th Parallel cafes) are deep-fried in a canola/vegetable oil blend typical of Canadian scratch bakeries; savoury egg burgers and toast items are griddled in butter, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at 49th Parallel Coffee Canada?
Cortado is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at 49th Parallel Coffee Canada, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at 49th Parallel Coffee Canada?
Lucky's Maple Bacon Doughnut is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at 49th Parallel Coffee Canada, at an estimated 9.0g PUFA. Fried items and creamy, mayo-based sauces are usually the heaviest.
What are seed oils?
Seed oils — canola, soybean, sunflower, corn, and similar vegetable oils — are extracted from seeds using high heat and chemical solvents. They are very high in polyunsaturated fats (PUFAs), which are unstable at cooking temperatures and can oxidize easily. Many health-conscious eaters choose to minimize seed oils and prefer foods cooked in beef tallow, butter, coconut oil, or olive oil instead. This page shows estimated PUFA grams per menu item to help you make more informed choices. These are estimates — actual values vary by preparation and location. Curious why people avoid them? Read the evidence.
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