Checkers & Rally's Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Checkers & Rally's cooks with: Famous batter-coated seasoned fries and all fried items cooked in vegetable (soybean-blend) oil — among the highest-PUFA fries in fast food; burgers add soybean-oil mayo.. Across the 51 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.9g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
Safest Orders at Checkers & Rally'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: All-American Hot Dog + Soft drink, 2.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| All-American Hot Dog | 2.0g |
| Burger Patty Only (No Bun) | 2.0g |
| Chili Cheese Dog | 3.0g |
| Checkerburger / Rallyburger | 6.0g |
| Champ Burger | 7.0g |
What to Avoid at Checkers & Rally's
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Chicken Bites & Fries Box | 18.0g |
| Buford's Way | 17.0g |
| Famous Seasoned Fries (large) | 16.0g |
| Double Buford | 15.0g |
| Baconzilla! | 14.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Checkers & Rally's use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Checkers & Rally's cooks with: Famous batter-coated seasoned fries and all fried items cooked in vegetable (soybean-blend) oil — among the highest-PUFA fries in fast food; burgers add soybean-oil mayo.. Across the 51 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.9g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does Checkers & Rally's cook with?
Our research indicates: Famous batter-coated seasoned fries and all fried items cooked in vegetable (soybean-blend) oil — among the highest-PUFA fries in fast food; burgers add soybean-oil mayo.. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Checkers & Rally's use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Checkers & Rally's cooks with Famous batter-coated seasoned fries and all fried items cooked in vegetable (soybean-blend) oil — among the highest-PUFA fries in fast food; burgers add soybean-oil mayo., not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Checkers & Rally's seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Checkers & Rally's cooks with Famous batter-coated seasoned fries and all fried items cooked in vegetable (soybean-blend) oil — among the highest-PUFA fries in fast food; burgers add soybean-oil mayo., which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Checkers & Rally's?
All-American Hot Dog is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Checkers & Rally's, at an estimated 2.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Checkers & Rally's?
Chicken Bites & Fries Box is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Checkers & Rally's, at an estimated 18.0g 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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