Big Smoke Burger Canada Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Big Smoke Burger Canada cooks with: canola. Official location copy states the hand-cut French fries are "cooked in trans fat-free canola oil," and this is echoed on multiple mall/retail directory pages that reproduce the chain's own description.. Across the 30 menu items we analyzed, it averages 8.1g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of D (Very High Risk).
Safest Orders at Big Smoke Burger 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: Classic Burger + Bottled Water, 6.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Fountain Pop | 0.0g |
| Bubly | 0.0g |
| Classic Burger | 6.0g |
| Veggie Burger | 6.0g |
| Cheese Burger | 7.0g |
What to Avoid at Big Smoke Burger Canada
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Oh, Brisket Poutine | 15.0g |
| Nashville Ontario Hot Chicken Poutine | 15.0g |
| Pulled Pork Poutine | 14.0g |
| Classic Poutine | 13.0g |
| Nashville Ontario Hot Chicken | 12.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Big Smoke Burger Canada use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Big Smoke Burger Canada cooks with: canola. Official location copy states the hand-cut French fries are "cooked in trans fat-free canola oil," and this is echoed on multiple mall/retail directory pages that reproduce the chain's own description.. Across the 30 menu items we analyzed, it averages 8.1g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of D (Very High Risk).
What oil does Big Smoke Burger Canada cook with?
Our research indicates: canola. Official location copy states the hand-cut French fries are "cooked in trans fat-free canola oil," and this is echoed on multiple mall/retail directory pages that reproduce the chain's own description.. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Big Smoke Burger Canada use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Big Smoke Burger Canada cooks with canola. Official location copy states the hand-cut French fries are "cooked in trans fat-free canola oil," and this is echoed on multiple mall/retail directory pages that reproduce the chain's own description., not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Big Smoke Burger Canada seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Big Smoke Burger Canada cooks with canola. Official location copy states the hand-cut French fries are "cooked in trans fat-free canola oil," and this is echoed on multiple mall/retail directory pages that reproduce the chain's own description., which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Big Smoke Burger Canada?
Fountain Pop is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Big Smoke Burger Canada, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Big Smoke Burger Canada?
Oh, Brisket Poutine is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Big Smoke Burger Canada, at an estimated 15.0g 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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See where Big Smoke Burger Canada lands on the full Seed Oil Index, or check which chains cook in real fats on Tallow Watch. Wondering about a specific dish instead? The Is It Seed Oil food guide answers it for 200+ everyday foods, and the distributor oils page covers what independent restaurants fry in.