Perkins Canada Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Perkins Canada cooks with: canola (fryer: hash browns, chicken, fries). Across the 32 menu items we analyzed, it averages 4.7g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
Safest Orders at Perkins 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 Bacon and Eggs + Coffee, 4.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Buttermilk Pancakes | 3.0g |
| T-Bone Steak & Eggs | 4.0g |
| Belgian Waffle | 4.0g |
| Georgia Peach Waffle | 4.0g |
| Cinnamon Roll French Toast | 4.0g |
What to Avoid at Perkins Canada
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Crispy Chicken Sandwich | 12.0g |
| Country Fried Steak & Eggs | 10.0g |
| French Fries | 10.0g |
| Hash Browns | 9.0g |
| Home Fries | 9.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Perkins Canada use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Perkins Canada cooks with: canola (fryer: hash browns, chicken, fries). Across the 32 menu items we analyzed, it averages 4.7g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Perkins Canada cook with?
Our research indicates: canola (fryer: hash browns, chicken, fries). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Perkins Canada use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Perkins Canada cooks with canola (fryer: hash browns, chicken, fries), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Perkins Canada seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Perkins Canada cooks with canola (fryer: hash browns, chicken, fries), which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Perkins Canada?
Buttermilk Pancakes is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Perkins Canada, at an estimated 3.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Perkins Canada?
Crispy Chicken Sandwich is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Perkins 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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See where Perkins 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.