Original Joe's Canada Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Original Joe's Canada cooks with: Canola oil in the deep fryers (homecut and crinkle fries, sweet potato fries, panko onion rings, calamari, dynamite tempura shrimp, chicken tenders, crispy chicken, beer-battered haddock, hash browns); canola-based mayo, aioli, ranch and honey dijon vinaigrette; truffle oil finish on the parm fries; sesame and chili garlic oil in the Asian bowls. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 11.3g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of D (Very High Risk).
Safest Orders at Original Joe's 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: The Original + French Onion Soup, 11.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Fountain Pop | 0.0g |
| French Onion Soup | 3.0g |
| Carolina Pulled Pork | 5.0g |
| Impossible Burger | 6.0g |
| The Original | 8.0g |
What to Avoid at Original Joe's Canada
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Fish & Chips (1 pc) | 25.0g |
| Truffle Parm Fries | 20.0g |
| Joe's Dry Ribs | 20.0g |
| Chicken Tenders | 19.0g |
| Chicken Wings 1LB | 18.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Original Joe's Canada use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Original Joe's Canada cooks with: Canola oil in the deep fryers (homecut and crinkle fries, sweet potato fries, panko onion rings, calamari, dynamite tempura shrimp, chicken tenders, crispy chicken, beer-battered haddock, hash browns); canola-based mayo, aioli, ranch and honey dijon vinaigrette; truffle oil finish on the parm fries; sesame and chili garlic oil in the Asian bowls. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 11.3g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of D (Very High Risk).
What oil does Original Joe's Canada cook with?
Our research indicates: Canola oil in the deep fryers (homecut and crinkle fries, sweet potato fries, panko onion rings, calamari, dynamite tempura shrimp, chicken tenders, crispy chicken, beer-battered haddock, hash browns); canola-based mayo, aioli, ranch and honey dijon vinaigrette; truffle oil finish on the parm fries; sesame and chili garlic oil in the Asian bowls. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Original Joe's Canada use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Original Joe's Canada cooks with Canola oil in the deep fryers (homecut and crinkle fries, sweet potato fries, panko onion rings, calamari, dynamite tempura shrimp, chicken tenders, crispy chicken, beer-battered haddock, hash browns); canola-based mayo, aioli, ranch and honey dijon vinaigrette; truffle oil finish on the parm fries; sesame and chili garlic oil in the Asian bowls, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Original Joe's Canada seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Original Joe's Canada cooks with Canola oil in the deep fryers (homecut and crinkle fries, sweet potato fries, panko onion rings, calamari, dynamite tempura shrimp, chicken tenders, crispy chicken, beer-battered haddock, hash browns); canola-based mayo, aioli, ranch and honey dijon vinaigrette; truffle oil finish on the parm fries; sesame and chili garlic oil in the Asian bowls, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Original Joe's Canada?
Fountain Pop is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Original Joe's Canada, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Original Joe's Canada?
Fish & Chips (1 pc) is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Original Joe's Canada, at an estimated 25.0g 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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