Fran's Restaurant Canada Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Fran's Restaurant Canada cooks with: canola (fryer: fries, chicken). Across the 32 menu items we analyzed, it averages 4.9g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
Safest Orders at Fran's Restaurant 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: 10oz NY Striploin Dinner + Coffee, 4.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Buttermilk Pancakes | 3.0g |
| Classic Bacon & Eggs | 4.0g |
| Farmer's Sausage & Eggs | 4.0g |
| Chocolate Chip Pancakes | 4.0g |
| Classic French Toast | 4.0g |
What to Avoid at Fran's Restaurant Canada
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Chicken & Waffles | 12.0g |
| French Fries | 10.0g |
| Onion Rings | 10.0g |
| Poutine | 10.0g |
| Homefries | 9.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Fran's Restaurant Canada use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Fran's Restaurant Canada cooks with: canola (fryer: fries, chicken). Across the 32 menu items we analyzed, it averages 4.9g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Fran's Restaurant Canada cook with?
Our research indicates: canola (fryer: fries, chicken). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Fran's Restaurant Canada use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Fran's Restaurant Canada cooks with canola (fryer: fries, chicken), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Fran's Restaurant Canada seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Fran's Restaurant Canada cooks with canola (fryer: fries, chicken), which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Fran's Restaurant Canada?
Buttermilk Pancakes is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Fran's Restaurant Canada, at an estimated 3.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Fran's Restaurant Canada?
Chicken & Waffles is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Fran's Restaurant Canada, at an estimated 12.0g 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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