Smitty's Canada Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Smitty's Canada cooks with: Canola-based vegetable frying oil in the deep fryers (Smitty's French Fries, sweet potato fries, deep fried pickles, mozzarella sticks, onion rings, chicken tenders, battered fish, ginger beef, mini donuts) - canola is the standard Canadian foodservice fry oil and Smitty's national allergen guide lists soy only as a 'may contain' on the fried items, not as a present ingredient; hash browns, eggs and pancakes cooked on the flat top in a canola/margarine blend; canola-based mayo, ranch, Caesar, chipotle aioli and citrus herb vinaigrette. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.1g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
Safest Orders at Smitty'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: Classic Burger + Mozzarella Sticks + Coffee, 12.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Fountain Pop | 0.0g |
| Apple Crumble | 2.0g |
| Eggs Benedict | 4.0g |
| Home-Style Turkey Dinner | 4.0g |
| Bacon Denver Omelette | 5.0g |
What to Avoid at Smitty's Canada
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Sweet Potato Fries | 14.0g |
| Chicken Wings (1 lb) | 12.0g |
| Cobb Salad | 12.0g |
| Mini Donuts | 12.0g |
| Chicken Caesar Salad | 11.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Smitty's Canada use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Smitty's Canada cooks with: Canola-based vegetable frying oil in the deep fryers (Smitty's French Fries, sweet potato fries, deep fried pickles, mozzarella sticks, onion rings, chicken tenders, battered fish, ginger beef, mini donuts) - canola is the standard Canadian foodservice fry oil and Smitty's national allergen guide lists soy only as a 'may contain' on the fried items, not as a present ingredient; hash browns, eggs and pancakes cooked on the flat top in a canola/margarine blend; canola-based mayo, ranch, Caesar, chipotle aioli and citrus herb vinaigrette. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.1g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does Smitty's Canada cook with?
Our research indicates: Canola-based vegetable frying oil in the deep fryers (Smitty's French Fries, sweet potato fries, deep fried pickles, mozzarella sticks, onion rings, chicken tenders, battered fish, ginger beef, mini donuts) - canola is the standard Canadian foodservice fry oil and Smitty's national allergen guide lists soy only as a 'may contain' on the fried items, not as a present ingredient; hash browns, eggs and pancakes cooked on the flat top in a canola/margarine blend; canola-based mayo, ranch, Caesar, chipotle aioli and citrus herb vinaigrette. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Smitty's Canada use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Smitty's Canada cooks with Canola-based vegetable frying oil in the deep fryers (Smitty's French Fries, sweet potato fries, deep fried pickles, mozzarella sticks, onion rings, chicken tenders, battered fish, ginger beef, mini donuts) - canola is the standard Canadian foodservice fry oil and Smitty's national allergen guide lists soy only as a 'may contain' on the fried items, not as a present ingredient; hash browns, eggs and pancakes cooked on the flat top in a canola/margarine blend; canola-based mayo, ranch, Caesar, chipotle aioli and citrus herb vinaigrette, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Smitty's Canada seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Smitty's Canada cooks with Canola-based vegetable frying oil in the deep fryers (Smitty's French Fries, sweet potato fries, deep fried pickles, mozzarella sticks, onion rings, chicken tenders, battered fish, ginger beef, mini donuts) - canola is the standard Canadian foodservice fry oil and Smitty's national allergen guide lists soy only as a 'may contain' on the fried items, not as a present ingredient; hash browns, eggs and pancakes cooked on the flat top in a canola/margarine blend; canola-based mayo, ranch, Caesar, chipotle aioli and citrus herb vinaigrette, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Smitty's Canada?
Fountain Pop is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Smitty's Canada, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Smitty's Canada?
Sweet Potato Fries is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Smitty's Canada, at an estimated 14.0g 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 Smitty's 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.