Buffalo Wild Wings Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Buffalo Wild Wings cooks with: soybean/canola blend (vegetable oil; BWW transitioned from beef shortening ~2012; current allergen disclosures confirm vegetable/canola-soybean blend; PUFA fraction used: 0.52). Across the 82 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.5g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
Safest Orders at Buffalo Wild Wings
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: Garden Salad (no dressing) + Iced Tea, 1.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Carrots & Celery | 0.0g |
| Mocktail | 0.0g |
| Garden Salad (no dressing) | 1.0g |
| Naked Tenders 3pc | 2.0g |
| Mac & Cheese | 2.0g |
What to Avoid at Buffalo Wild Wings
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Boneless Wings 50pc | 38.0g |
| Boneless Wings (20 pc) | 32.0g |
| Traditional Wings (12 pc) | 26.0g |
| Traditional Wings 50pc | 22.0g |
| Hand-Breaded Tenders (6 pc) | 21.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Buffalo Wild Wings use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Buffalo Wild Wings cooks with: soybean/canola blend (vegetable oil; BWW transitioned from beef shortening ~2012; current allergen disclosures confirm vegetable/canola-soybean blend; PUFA fraction used: 0.52). Across the 82 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.5g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does Buffalo Wild Wings cook with?
Our research indicates: soybean/canola blend (vegetable oil; BWW transitioned from beef shortening ~2012; current allergen disclosures confirm vegetable/canola-soybean blend; PUFA fraction used: 0.52). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Buffalo Wild Wings use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Buffalo Wild Wings cooks with soybean/canola blend (vegetable oil; BWW transitioned from beef shortening ~2012; current allergen disclosures confirm vegetable/canola-soybean blend; PUFA fraction used: 0.52), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Buffalo Wild Wings seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Buffalo Wild Wings cooks with soybean/canola blend (vegetable oil; BWW transitioned from beef shortening ~2012; current allergen disclosures confirm vegetable/canola-soybean blend; PUFA fraction used: 0.52), which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Buffalo Wild Wings?
Carrots & Celery is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Buffalo Wild Wings, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Buffalo Wild Wings?
Boneless Wings 50pc is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Buffalo Wild Wings, at an estimated 38.0g 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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