Tony Roma's Canada Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Tony Roma's Canada cooks with: canola oil (fryer items: onion loaf, fried mozzarella, wings, fried shrimp, fries, onion rings) — no official published fryer-oil statement found; canola assumed as the Canadian casual-dining default. Across the 31 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.3g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
Safest Orders at Tony Roma'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: Sirloin Steak + Iced Tea, 4.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Shrimp Cocktail | 3.0g |
| Sirloin Steak | 4.0g |
| House Salad | 4.0g |
| Blue Bayou Blondie | 4.0g |
| Grilled Salmon | 5.0g |
What to Avoid at Tony Roma's Canada
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Onion Loaf | 14.0g |
| Fried Mozzarella | 13.0g |
| Fried Shrimp | 12.0g |
| Boneless Wings | 11.0g |
| Traditional Wings | 11.0g |
Every Tony Roma's Canada item, ranked
All 31 items we have for Tony Roma's Canada, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Fountain Soda | 0.0g |
| Iced Tea | 0.0g |
| Corn on the Cob | 2.0g |
| Shrimp Cocktail | 3.0g |
| Coleslaw | 3.0g |
| Baked Beans | 3.0g |
| New York Cheesecake | 3.0g |
| Apple Pie | 3.0g |
| Sirloin Steak | 4.0g |
| Garlic Mashed Potatoes | 4.0g |
| House Salad | 4.0g |
| Blue Bayou Blondie | 4.0g |
| Grilled Salmon | 5.0g |
| Grilled Chicken Breast | 5.0g |
| Caesar Salad | 5.0g |
| BBQ Chicken | 6.0g |
| Baby Back Rib Sandwich | 6.0g |
| Pulled Pork Sandwich | 6.0g |
| Ribs & Steak Combo | 7.0g |
| Ribs & Chicken Combo | 7.0g |
| Original Baby Back Ribs (Full Rack) | 8.0g |
| Carolina Honeys BBQ Ribs | 8.0g |
| Blue Ridge Smokies BBQ Ribs | 8.0g |
| Ribs & Shrimp Combo | 8.0g |
| French Fries | 10.0g |
| Boneless Wings | 11.0g |
| Traditional Wings | 11.0g |
| Onion Rings | 11.0g |
| Fried Shrimp | 12.0g |
| Fried Mozzarella | 13.0g |
| Onion Loaf | 14.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Tony Roma's Canada use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Tony Roma's Canada cooks with: canola oil (fryer items: onion loaf, fried mozzarella, wings, fried shrimp, fries, onion rings) — no official published fryer-oil statement found; canola assumed as the Canadian casual-dining default. Across the 31 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.3g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does Tony Roma's Canada cook with?
Our research indicates: canola oil (fryer items: onion loaf, fried mozzarella, wings, fried shrimp, fries, onion rings) — no official published fryer-oil statement found; canola assumed as the Canadian casual-dining default. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Tony Roma's Canada use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Tony Roma's Canada cooks with canola oil (fryer items: onion loaf, fried mozzarella, wings, fried shrimp, fries, onion rings) — no official published fryer-oil statement found; canola assumed as the Canadian casual-dining default, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Tony Roma's Canada seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Tony Roma's Canada cooks with canola oil (fryer items: onion loaf, fried mozzarella, wings, fried shrimp, fries, onion rings) — no official published fryer-oil statement found; canola assumed as the Canadian casual-dining default, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Tony Roma's Canada?
Shrimp Cocktail is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Tony Roma's Canada, at an estimated 3.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Tony Roma's Canada?
Onion Loaf is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Tony Roma'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. New to the topic? Start with what seed oils are and the complete list, or read the evidence on why people avoid them.
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