City Barbeque Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, City Barbeque cooks with: Smoked meats in pork/beef fat; fried sides in soybean oil; mayo-based sides contain soybean oil. Across the 83 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.1g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
Safest Orders at City Barbeque
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: Half Slab St. Louis Ribs + Bottled Water, 2.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Collard Greens With Pork | 1.0g |
| Smoked Turkey Breast Plate | 2.0g |
| Half Slab St. Louis Ribs | 2.0g |
| Baked Beans With Brisket | 2.0g |
| Pulled Pork Plate | 3.0g |
What to Avoid at City Barbeque
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Wings 12 pc | 22.0g |
| Nashville Hot Tenders 4 pc | 13.0g |
| Fried Pickle Chip Basket | 12.0g |
| Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich | 12.0g |
| Adult Tenders 4 pc | 12.0g |
Frequently asked
Does City Barbeque use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, City Barbeque cooks with: Smoked meats in pork/beef fat; fried sides in soybean oil; mayo-based sides contain soybean oil. Across the 83 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.1g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does City Barbeque cook with?
Our research indicates: Smoked meats in pork/beef fat; fried sides in soybean oil; mayo-based sides contain soybean oil. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does City Barbeque use beef tallow?
Yes, at least for some items. Our research indicates: Smoked meats in pork/beef fat; fried sides in soybean oil; mayo-based sides contain soybean oil. Beef tallow is far lower in PUFA than seed oils.
Is City Barbeque seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates City Barbeque cooks with Smoked meats in pork/beef fat; fried sides in soybean oil; mayo-based sides contain soybean oil, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at City Barbeque?
Collard Greens With Pork is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at City Barbeque, at an estimated 1.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at City Barbeque?
Wings 12 pc is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at City Barbeque, at an estimated 22.0g 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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