Applebee's Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Applebee's cooks with: soybean oil (confirmed in Applebee's allergen/ingredient disclosures). Across the 105 menu items we analyzed, it averages 13.7g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of F (Extreme Risk).
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Safest Orders at Applebee's
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.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| 6 oz. Top Sirloin | 0.4g |
| 8 oz. Top Sirloin | 0.5g |
| Grilled Chicken Breast | 0.9g |
| French Onion Soup | 1.2g |
| 12 oz. Ribeye | 1.4g |
What to Avoid at Applebee's
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Oriental Chicken Salad | 60.2g |
| The Classic Combo | 56.6g |
| Brew Pub Loaded Waffle Fries | 51.1g |
| Quesadilla Chicken Salad | 42.5g |
| Hand-Battered Fish & Chips | 40.8g |
Every Applebee's item, ranked
All 105 items we have for Applebee's, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Fountain Drink | 0.0g |
| Honey BBQ Sauce | 0.0g |
| Seasoned Broccoli | 0.4g |
| 6 oz. Top Sirloin | 0.4g |
| 8 oz. Top Sirloin | 0.5g |
| Sweet Asian Chile Sauce | 0.8g |
| Homestyle Cheezy Broccoli | 0.9g |
| Grilled Chicken Breast | 0.9g |
| French Onion Soup | 1.2g |
| 12 oz. Ribeye | 1.4g |
| Burger Patty Only (No Bun) | 1.6g |
| House Side Salad | 1.9g |
| Shrimp N Parmesan Sirloin | 1.9g |
| Kids Macaroni & Cheese | 2.0g |
| Kids Grilled Chicken Alfredo | 2.3g |
| Brownie Bite | 2.3g |
| Tomato Basil Soup | 2.4g |
| 4-Cheese Mac & Cheese (Side) | 2.5g |
| Strawberry Balsamic Chicken Salad | 2.8g |
| Oreo Cookie Shake | 2.9g |
| Classic Hot Buffalo | 3.2g |
| Kids Classic Cheeseburger | 3.9g |
| Cinnabon Mini Swirls | 4.0g |
| Kids Chicken Taco | 4.0g |
| Blackened Cajun Salmon | 4.2g |
| Classic Burger | 4.7g |
| Double-Glazed Baby Back Ribs (Half Rack) | 4.8g |
| Signature Coleslaw | 4.8g |
| Kids Chicken Quesadilla | 4.8g |
| Chicken Tortilla Soup | 5.0g |
| Bacon Cheddar Grilled Chicken Sandwich | 5.0g |
| Classic Cheeseburger | 5.9g |
| Southwest Chicken Bowl | 6.0g |
| Neighborhood Burger | 6.0g |
| Triple Chocolate Meltdown | 6.3g |
| Garlic Mashed Potatoes | 6.6g |
| Impossible Cheeseburger | 7.0g |
| Tex-Mex Shrimp Bowl | 7.0g |
| Neighborhood Nachos Chipotle Lime Chicken | 7.0g |
| Garlicky Green Beans | 7.2g |
| Classic Bone-In Wings | 7.5g |
| Loaded Garlic Mashed Potatoes | 7.5g |
| Neighborhood Nachos with Beef | 8.0g |
| Kids Cheesy Pizza | 8.0g |
| Whole Lotta Bacon Burger | 8.0g |
| Blackened Shrimp & Andouille Sausage Penne | 8.3g |
| Classic Blackened Shrimp Alfredo | 8.5g |
| Bourbon Street Chicken & Andouille Sausage Penne | 8.6g |
| Caesar Side Salad | 9.1g |
| Kids Chicken Tenders | 9.2g |
| Three-Cheese Chicken Penne | 9.2g |
| Applebee's Riblets Plate | 9.2g |
| Classic Broccoli Chicken Alfredo | 9.7g |
| Double-Glazed Baby Back Ribs (Full Rack) | 9.7g |
| Kids Grilled Cheese | 9.9g |
| Classic Fries | 10.8g |
| Sizzlin' Butter Pecan Blondie | 11.3g |
| Spinach & Artichoke Dip | 12.0g |
| Ranch Dressing | 12.0g |
| Sizzlin' Caramel Apple Pie | 12.1g |
| Bleu Cheese Dressing | 12.3g |
| Classic Bacon Cheeseburger | 13.0g |
| Bacon Cheddar Chicken Sandwich (Crispy) | 13.0g |
| Mozzarella Sticks | 13.4g |
| Double Crunch Shrimp | 13.8g |
| Riblets Platter | 13.9g |
| Chicken Wonton Tacos | 14.2g |
| The Prime Rib Dipper | 14.2g |
| Bourbon Street Chicken & Shrimp | 15.2g |
| Boneless Wings | 16.5g |
| Sweet & Spicy Chicken Sandwich | 17.6g |
| Onion Rings | 18.0g |
| Basket Fries | 18.0g |
| Chicken Quesadilla | 18.4g |
| Spicy Honey Mustard Grilled Chicken Sandwich | 18.7g |
| Bacon Ranch Grilled Chicken Sandwich | 18.8g |
| White Queso Dip & Chips | 18.9g |
| Four-Cheese Mac & Cheese with Honey Pepper Chicken Tenders | 19.6g |
| Whiskey Bacon Burger | 20.1g |
| Breadsticks with Alfredo Sauce | 20.4g |
| Brew Pub Pretzels & Beer Cheese Dip | 20.7g |
| Chicken Fajita Rollup | 21.3g |
| Bourbon Street Steak | 21.4g |
| Bacon Ranch Chicken Sandwich (Crispy) | 23.6g |
| Spicy Honey Mustard Chicken Sandwich (Crispy) | 23.9g |
| Chicken Tenders Basket | 24.0g |
| Double-Glazed Baby Back Ribs | 24.2g |
| Chicken Tenders Plate | 24.2g |
| Neighborhood Nachos (Chicken) | 25.0g |
| Quesadilla Burger | 25.5g |
| Clubhouse Grille | 27.3g |
| Basket Waffle Fries | 28.2g |
| Bourbon Street Mushroom Swiss Burger | 28.3g |
| Grilled Chicken Tender Salad | 28.8g |
| Hot Honey Glazed Chicken & Bacon Skillet | 29.4g |
| Chicken Tenders Platter | 30.0g |
| Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad | 30.3g |
| Fiesta Lime Chicken | 30.7g |
| Sesame Salmon Bowl | 32.4g |
| Crispy Chicken Tender Salad | 40.1g |
| Hand-Battered Fish & Chips | 40.8g |
| Quesadilla Chicken Salad | 42.5g |
| Brew Pub Loaded Waffle Fries | 51.1g |
| The Classic Combo | 56.6g |
| Oriental Chicken Salad | 60.2g |
Fry Oil History at Applebee's
Cooking in zero trans fat soybean oil blend since May 2007.
By mid May 2007 Applebee's had converted frying oil at more than 1,800 US restaurants to a soybean oil blend with no trans fat. Pan and grill oils were set to follow within weeks. Source
Every documented oil switch across the industry lives on the Oil History timeline.
Frequently asked
Does Applebee's use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Applebee's cooks with: soybean oil (confirmed in Applebee's allergen/ingredient disclosures). Across the 105 menu items we analyzed, it averages 13.7g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of F (Extreme Risk).
What oil does Applebee's cook with?
Our research indicates: soybean oil (confirmed in Applebee's allergen/ingredient disclosures). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Applebee's use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Applebee's cooks with soybean oil (confirmed in Applebee's allergen/ingredient disclosures), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Applebee's seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Applebee's cooks with soybean oil (confirmed in Applebee's allergen/ingredient disclosures), which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Applebee's?
6 oz. Top Sirloin is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Applebee's, at an estimated 0.4g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Applebee's?
Oriental Chicken Salad is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Applebee's, at an estimated 60.2g 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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