The Canadian Brewhouse Canada Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, The Canadian Brewhouse Canada cooks with: Canola fryer oil (fries, tater tots, onion rings, wings, boneless wings, tempura cauliflower, kactus chips, fried pickles, dry ribs, chicken tenders, beer-battered haddock, doughnut fries) - the chain's own allergen guide lists Chicken Wings and Drunken Fish & Chips as SOY-FREE: YES even though both come straight out of the deep fryer, which rules out a soybean fry blend and points to straight canola, the Alberta/Western-Canada foodservice default; the guide's blanket warning is that "the fryer oil and the oven are a source of cross-contamination". Canola-oil mayo in the ranch, Buffalo ranch, garlic mayo, horseradish mayo, sriracha mayo, tartar and Caesar dressing; sesame in the steak sauce and Asian ginger; tahini and pumpkin seeds in the Power Bowl; butter, gravy, mozzarella and cheese curds carry the fat in the poutines and pizzas. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 12.2g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of F (Extreme Risk).
Safest Orders at The Canadian Brewhouse 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: Creamy Grilled Chicken Alfredo + Baba's Ukrainian Perogies, 13.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Fountain Pop | 0.0g |
| Triple Eh! Peppered Seared Steak Bites | 5.0g |
| Blackened Chicken Bowl | 5.0g |
| Creamy Grilled Chicken Alfredo | 5.0g |
| Golden Garlic Fingers | 6.0g |
What to Avoid at The Canadian Brewhouse Canada
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Drunken Fish 'N Chips (2 Piece) | 30.0g |
| Tempura Cauliflower | 20.0g |
| Little Italy Chicken Parmesan | 20.0g |
| Tuna Poke Rice Bowl | 19.0g |
| Buffalo Chicken Poutine | 19.0g |
Frequently asked
Does The Canadian Brewhouse Canada use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, The Canadian Brewhouse Canada cooks with: Canola fryer oil (fries, tater tots, onion rings, wings, boneless wings, tempura cauliflower, kactus chips, fried pickles, dry ribs, chicken tenders, beer-battered haddock, doughnut fries) - the chain's own allergen guide lists Chicken Wings and Drunken Fish & Chips as SOY-FREE: YES even though both come straight out of the deep fryer, which rules out a soybean fry blend and points to straight canola, the Alberta/Western-Canada foodservice default; the guide's blanket warning is that "the fryer oil and the oven are a source of cross-contamination". Canola-oil mayo in the ranch, Buffalo ranch, garlic mayo, horseradish mayo, sriracha mayo, tartar and Caesar dressing; sesame in the steak sauce and Asian ginger; tahini and pumpkin seeds in the Power Bowl; butter, gravy, mozzarella and cheese curds carry the fat in the poutines and pizzas. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 12.2g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of F (Extreme Risk).
What oil does The Canadian Brewhouse Canada cook with?
Our research indicates: Canola fryer oil (fries, tater tots, onion rings, wings, boneless wings, tempura cauliflower, kactus chips, fried pickles, dry ribs, chicken tenders, beer-battered haddock, doughnut fries) - the chain's own allergen guide lists Chicken Wings and Drunken Fish & Chips as SOY-FREE: YES even though both come straight out of the deep fryer, which rules out a soybean fry blend and points to straight canola, the Alberta/Western-Canada foodservice default; the guide's blanket warning is that "the fryer oil and the oven are a source of cross-contamination". Canola-oil mayo in the ranch, Buffalo ranch, garlic mayo, horseradish mayo, sriracha mayo, tartar and Caesar dressing; sesame in the steak sauce and Asian ginger; tahini and pumpkin seeds in the Power Bowl; butter, gravy, mozzarella and cheese curds carry the fat in the poutines and pizzas. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does The Canadian Brewhouse Canada use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates The Canadian Brewhouse Canada cooks with Canola fryer oil (fries, tater tots, onion rings, wings, boneless wings, tempura cauliflower, kactus chips, fried pickles, dry ribs, chicken tenders, beer-battered haddock, doughnut fries) - the chain's own allergen guide lists Chicken Wings and Drunken Fish & Chips as SOY-FREE: YES even though both come straight out of the deep fryer, which rules out a soybean fry blend and points to straight canola, the Alberta/Western-Canada foodservice default; the guide's blanket warning is that "the fryer oil and the oven are a source of cross-contamination". Canola-oil mayo in the ranch, Buffalo ranch, garlic mayo, horseradish mayo, sriracha mayo, tartar and Caesar dressing; sesame in the steak sauce and Asian ginger; tahini and pumpkin seeds in the Power Bowl; butter, gravy, mozzarella and cheese curds carry the fat in the poutines and pizzas, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is The Canadian Brewhouse Canada seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates The Canadian Brewhouse Canada cooks with Canola fryer oil (fries, tater tots, onion rings, wings, boneless wings, tempura cauliflower, kactus chips, fried pickles, dry ribs, chicken tenders, beer-battered haddock, doughnut fries) - the chain's own allergen guide lists Chicken Wings and Drunken Fish & Chips as SOY-FREE: YES even though both come straight out of the deep fryer, which rules out a soybean fry blend and points to straight canola, the Alberta/Western-Canada foodservice default; the guide's blanket warning is that "the fryer oil and the oven are a source of cross-contamination". Canola-oil mayo in the ranch, Buffalo ranch, garlic mayo, horseradish mayo, sriracha mayo, tartar and Caesar dressing; sesame in the steak sauce and Asian ginger; tahini and pumpkin seeds in the Power Bowl; butter, gravy, mozzarella and cheese curds carry the fat in the poutines and pizzas, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at The Canadian Brewhouse Canada?
Fountain Pop is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at The Canadian Brewhouse Canada, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at The Canadian Brewhouse Canada?
Drunken Fish 'N Chips (2 Piece) is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at The Canadian Brewhouse Canada, at an estimated 30.0g 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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