Arthur Treacher's Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Arthur Treacher's cooks with: soybean and corn oil. Across the 56 menu items we analyzed, it averages 14.8g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of F (Extreme Risk).
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Safest Orders at Arthur Treacher'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.
Cleanest full order: Shrimp (6 pc) + Pepsi Fountain Drink, 7.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Clam Chowder | 4.0g |
| Shrimp (6 pc) | 7.0g |
| Clam Strips | 8.0g |
| Chicken (2 pc) | 9.0g |
| Butterfly Shrimp (a la carte) | 10.0g |
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Build my orderWhat to Avoid at Arthur Treacher's
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Trawler (9 pc Fish) | 60.0g |
| Family Meal (Fish or Chicken) | 58.0g |
| Trawler (9 pc Chicken) | 56.0g |
| Fish Boat (6 pc Fish) | 55.0g |
| Chicken Boat (6 pc Chicken) | 48.0g |
Every Arthur Treacher's item, ranked
All 56 items we have for Arthur Treacher's, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Soft Drink (medium) | 0.0g |
| Pepsi Fountain Drink | 0.0g |
| Corn on the Cob | 1.0g |
| Mashed Potatoes with Gravy | 2.0g |
| Coleslaw | 4.0g |
| Clam Chowder | 4.0g |
| Hush Puppies (3 pc) | 5.0g |
| Apple Turnover | 5.0g |
| Apple Luv (Fried Pie) | 5.0g |
| Lemon Luv (Fried Pie) | 5.0g |
| Shrimp (6 pc) | 7.0g |
| French Fries (regular) | 7.0g |
| Clam Strips | 8.0g |
| Sweet Corn Nuggets | 8.0g |
| Funnel Cake | 8.0g |
| Chicken (2 pc) | 9.0g |
| Chips (a la carte) | 9.0g |
| Mac & Cheese Bites | 9.0g |
| Kids Meal - Krunch Pup | 9.0g |
| Batter-Dipped Chicken (1 pc, a la carte) | 10.0g |
| Butterfly Shrimp (a la carte) | 10.0g |
| Chicken Nuggets | 10.0g |
| Popcorn Chicken | 10.0g |
| Jalapeno Bites | 10.0g |
| Kids Meal - Chicken Nuggets | 10.0g |
| Chicken Sandwich | 11.0g |
| French Fries (large) | 11.0g |
| Chicken & Chips (1 pc) | 11.0g |
| Batter-Dipped Fish (1 pc, a la carte) | 11.0g |
| Chicken Tenders | 11.0g |
| Mozzarella Sticks | 11.0g |
| Fish (2 pc) | 12.0g |
| Fish Sandwich | 12.0g |
| Hot Wings | 12.0g |
| Chicken (3 pc) | 13.0g |
| Onion Rings | 13.0g |
| Fish & Chips (1 pc) | 13.0g |
| Shrimp (12 pc) | 14.0g |
| Shrimp & Chips | 14.0g |
| Clams & Chips (Single) | 14.0g |
| Krunch Pup & Chips | 14.0g |
| Popcorn Shrimp & Chips | 15.0g |
| Chicken Sandwich & Chips | 16.0g |
| Fish (3 pc) | 17.0g |
| Fish Sandwich & Chips | 17.0g |
| Chicken & Chips (2 pc) | 18.0g |
| Combo Platter (fish + chicken) | 19.0g |
| Fish & Chicken Combo | 20.0g |
| Fish & Chips (2 pc) | 22.0g |
| Clams & Chips (Double) | 22.0g |
| Large Fish & Chips | 26.0g |
| Chicken Boat (6 pc Chicken) | 48.0g |
| Fish Boat (6 pc Fish) | 55.0g |
| Trawler (9 pc Chicken) | 56.0g |
| Family Meal (Fish or Chicken) | 58.0g |
| Trawler (9 pc Fish) | 60.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Arthur Treacher's use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Arthur Treacher's cooks with: soybean and corn oil. Across the 56 menu items we analyzed, it averages 14.8g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of F (Extreme Risk).
What oil does Arthur Treacher's cook with?
Our research indicates: Soybean/corn blend (deep fryer). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Arthur Treacher's use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Arthur Treacher's cooks with soybean and corn oil, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Arthur Treacher's seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Arthur Treacher's cooks with soybean and corn oil, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Arthur Treacher's?
Clam Strips is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Arthur Treacher's, at an estimated 8.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Arthur Treacher's?
Trawler (9 pc Fish) is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Arthur Treacher's, at an estimated 60.0g 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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