Bob Evans Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Bob Evans cooks with: Soybean oil is used for both grilling and frying per allergen disclosures; biscuits and hotcake batter are soybean-oil based.. Across the 51 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.8g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
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Safest Orders at Bob Evans
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: Fit from the Farm (egg whites) + Fresh Fruit Cup, 1.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Fit from the Farm (egg whites) | 1.0g |
| Hardwood-Smoked Bacon (3) | 2.9g |
| Sirloin Steak & Eggs | 4.0g |
| Sausage Links (2) | 4.0g |
| Sausage Patties (2pc) | 4.4g |
What to Avoid at Bob Evans
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Double Dippin' Fried Chicken Sandwich | 27.8g |
| Slow-Roasted Turkey & Dressing | 17.9g |
| Western Omelet | 17.2g |
| Sunshine Skillet | 17.0g |
| Fried Haddock Dinner | 14.0g |
Every Bob Evans item, ranked
All 51 items we have for Bob Evans, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Fresh Fruit Cup | 0.0g |
| Wildfire Dipping Sauce | 0.0g |
| Green Beans with Ham | 0.3g |
| Fit from the Farm (egg whites) | 1.0g |
| Buttered Sweet Corn | 1.0g |
| Buffalo Dipping Sauce | 1.5g |
| Macaroni & Cheese (side) | 2.0g |
| Kids Mac & Cheese | 2.0g |
| Multigrain Wheat Toast (2 slices) | 2.7g |
| Hardwood-Smoked Bacon (3) | 2.9g |
| Mashed Potatoes | 3.0g |
| Kids Fried Chicken Strips | 3.2g |
| Kids Plenty-o-Pancakes | 3.2g |
| Sirloin Steak & Eggs | 4.0g |
| Sausage Links (2) | 4.0g |
| Steamed Broccoli | 4.3g |
| Sausage Patties (2pc) | 4.4g |
| Banana Nut Bread | 4.8g |
| Home Fries | 6.0g |
| Chicken Tenders | 6.6g |
| Brioche French Toast | 6.8g |
| Sunrise Breakfast (eggs + meat + side) | 7.0g |
| Sausage & Eggs | 7.0g |
| Shredded Hash Browns | 7.2g |
| Country Biscuit Breakfast | 7.6g |
| Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce | 7.8g |
| Pot Roast Hash & Eggs | 8.0g |
| Crispy Fried Chicken Tenders | 8.0g |
| Strawberry Supreme Pie | 8.1g |
| Sausage Gravy & Biscuits (Cup) | 8.2g |
| French Fries | 8.4g |
| Multigrain Hotcakes (3) | 9.0g |
| Cheeseburger | 9.0g |
| Rise & Shine Breakfast | 9.0g |
| Ranch Dipping Sauce | 9.0g |
| Hand-Breaded Fried Chicken | 9.3g |
| Buttermilk Hotcakes (3) | 9.4g |
| Farmer's Market Omelet | 10.0g |
| Cinnamon Supreme Hotcakes (3) | 11.0g |
| Sausage Gravy & Biscuits (Bowl) | 11.8g |
| Farmhouse Feast (3 eggs, bacon, sausage) | 12.0g |
| Onion Petals | 12.0g |
| Farmer's Choice Breakfast | 12.0g |
| Country Fried Steak | 12.5g |
| Slow-Roasted Pot Roast Dinner | 13.3g |
| Fried Haddock Dinner | 14.0g |
| Double-Crust Apple Pie | 14.0g |
| Sunshine Skillet | 17.0g |
| Western Omelet | 17.2g |
| Slow-Roasted Turkey & Dressing | 17.9g |
| Double Dippin' Fried Chicken Sandwich | 27.8g |
Frequently asked
Does Bob Evans use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Bob Evans cooks with: Soybean oil is used for both grilling and frying per allergen disclosures; biscuits and hotcake batter are soybean-oil based.. Across the 51 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.8g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does Bob Evans cook with?
Our research indicates: Soybean oil is used for both grilling and frying per allergen disclosures; biscuits and hotcake batter are soybean-oil based.. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Bob Evans use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Bob Evans cooks with Soybean oil is used for both grilling and frying per allergen disclosures; biscuits and hotcake batter are soybean-oil based., not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Bob Evans seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Bob Evans cooks with Soybean oil is used for both grilling and frying per allergen disclosures; biscuits and hotcake batter are soybean-oil based., which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Bob Evans?
Fit from the Farm (egg whites) is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Bob Evans, at an estimated 1.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Bob Evans?
Double Dippin' Fried Chicken Sandwich is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Bob Evans, at an estimated 27.8g 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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