Capital Tacos Seed Oil Report Card
Safest Orders
| Grilled Chicken Taco | 2.0g PUFA |
| Carnitas Taco | 2.0g PUFA |
| Refried Beans (side) | 2.0g PUFA |
| Mexican Rice (side) | 2.0g PUFA |
| Carne Asada Taco | 3.0g PUFA |
Watch Out For
| Capital Nachos | 13.0g PUFA |
| Capital Fries | 12.0g PUFA |
| Crispy Chicken Burrito | 10.0g PUFA |
| Crispy Chicken Bowl | 9.0g PUFA |
| Capital Salad (Fried Chicken) | 9.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Capital Tacos use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Capital Tacos cooks with: Soybean/canola oil for frying (unconfirmed — no published nutrition data; consistent with fast-casual Tex-Mex norms); dairy for cheese sauces. Across the 26 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.9g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Capital Tacos cook with?
Our research indicates: Soybean/canola oil for frying (unconfirmed — no published nutrition data; consistent with fast-casual Tex-Mex norms); dairy for cheese sauces. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
What is the safest thing to order at Capital Tacos?
Grilled Chicken Taco is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Capital Tacos, at an estimated 2.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Capital Tacos?
Capital Nachos is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Capital Tacos, at an estimated 13.0g 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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