State & Main Canada Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, State & Main Canada cooks with: canola (fryer oil, standard for Ontario-based Canadian casual dining). Across the 31 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.0g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
Safest Orders at State & Main 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: Honey Glazed Cajun Chicken + Crème Brûlée, 7.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Crème Brûlée | 3.0g |
| Pretzel Bites | 4.0g |
| Pistachio Crusted Salmon | 4.0g |
| Honey Glazed Cajun Chicken | 4.0g |
| Spicy Tuna Poke Bowl | 4.0g |
What to Avoid at State & Main Canada
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Chili Coconut Calamari | 12.0g |
| Fish & Chips | 12.0g |
| Nashville Hot Crispy Chicken Burger | 12.0g |
| Chicken Wings | 11.0g |
| Bang Bang Shrimp | 11.0g |
Frequently asked
Does State & Main Canada use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, State & Main Canada cooks with: canola (fryer oil, standard for Ontario-based Canadian casual dining). Across the 31 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.0g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does State & Main Canada cook with?
Our research indicates: canola (fryer oil, standard for Ontario-based Canadian casual dining). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does State & Main Canada use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates State & Main Canada cooks with canola (fryer oil, standard for Ontario-based Canadian casual dining), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is State & Main Canada seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates State & Main Canada cooks with canola (fryer oil, standard for Ontario-based Canadian casual dining), which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at State & Main Canada?
Crème Brûlée is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at State & Main Canada, at an estimated 3.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at State & Main Canada?
Chili Coconut Calamari is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at State & Main 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 State & Main 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.