Dave & Buster's Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Dave & Buster's cooks with: Undisclosed - the Spring 2026 nutrition and allergen brochures only reference 'common fryer oil' for cross-contact and never name an oil. Assumed soybean under the higher-PUFA rule, but the guide's own numbers point to a low-saturated fryer oil: Sweet Potato Fries print 10 g fat / 0 g saturated and the garlic-parmesan-truffle fries 80 g / 15 g (19%) - neither palm nor tallow could produce that. Wings are published as a calorie range only.. Across the 20 menu items we analyzed, it averages 15.8g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of F (Extreme Risk).
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Safest Orders at Dave & Buster'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: Buffalo Wings (10 pc, bone-in), 11.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Tuscan Chicken Alfredo | 3.0g |
| Crispy Tempura-Battered Shrimp (3 pc) | 7.0g |
| Buster's Cheeseburger | 9.0g |
| Boneless Wings (10 pc) | 9.0g |
| Buffalo Wings (10 pc, bone-in) | 11.0g |
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| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Classic Goldfingers | 43.5g |
| The Philly Cheesesteak | 35.7g |
| Crispy Seasoned Tots | 33.0g |
| Ultimate Mac & Cheese | 27.5g |
| Crispy Chicken Sandwich | 24.3g |
Every Dave & Buster's item, ranked
All 20 items we have for Dave & Buster's, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Chocolate Milkshake | 1.9g |
| Tuscan Chicken Alfredo | 3.0g |
| Triple Layer Chocolate Cake | 4.3g |
| Crispy Tempura-Battered Shrimp (3 pc) | 7.0g |
| Mexican Street Corn Quesadillas | 7.0g |
| Buster's Cheeseburger | 9.0g |
| Boneless Wings (10 pc) | 9.0g |
| Buffalo Wings (10 pc, bone-in) | 11.0g |
| Build-Your-Own Churro Sundae | 11.0g |
| Linguine & Meatballs | 11.0g |
| Grilled Steak Salad | 13.7g |
| Triple Bacon Burger | 15.0g |
| Hand-Breaded Crispy Chicken Cobb Salad | 15.0g |
| Green Chile Chicken Tacos | 16.0g |
| Seasoned French Fries | 18.0g |
| Crispy Chicken Sandwich | 24.3g |
| Ultimate Mac & Cheese | 27.5g |
| Crispy Seasoned Tots | 33.0g |
| The Philly Cheesesteak | 35.7g |
| Classic Goldfingers | 43.5g |
Frequently asked
Does Dave & Buster's use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Dave & Buster's cooks with: Undisclosed - the Spring 2026 nutrition and allergen brochures only reference 'common fryer oil' for cross-contact and never name an oil. Assumed soybean under the higher-PUFA rule, but the guide's own numbers point to a low-saturated fryer oil: Sweet Potato Fries print 10 g fat / 0 g saturated and the garlic-parmesan-truffle fries 80 g / 15 g (19%) - neither palm nor tallow could produce that. Wings are published as a calorie range only.. Across the 20 menu items we analyzed, it averages 15.8g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of F (Extreme Risk).
What oil does Dave & Buster's cook with?
Our research indicates: Undisclosed - the Spring 2026 nutrition and allergen brochures only reference 'common fryer oil' for cross-contact and never name an oil. Assumed soybean under the higher-PUFA rule, but the guide's own numbers point to a low-saturated fryer oil: Sweet Potato Fries print 10 g fat / 0 g saturated and the garlic-parmesan-truffle fries 80 g / 15 g (19%) - neither palm nor tallow could produce that. Wings are published as a calorie range only.. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Dave & Buster's use beef tallow?
Yes, at least for some items. Our research indicates: Undisclosed - the Spring 2026 nutrition and allergen brochures only reference 'common fryer oil' for cross-contact and never name an oil. Assumed soybean under the higher-PUFA rule, but the guide's own numbers point to a low-saturated fryer oil: Sweet Potato Fries print 10 g fat / 0 g saturated and the garlic-parmesan-truffle fries 80 g / 15 g (19%) - neither palm nor tallow could produce that. Wings are published as a calorie range only.. Beef tallow is far lower in PUFA than seed oils.
Is Dave & Buster's seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Dave & Buster's cooks with Undisclosed - the Spring 2026 nutrition and allergen brochures only reference 'common fryer oil' for cross-contact and never name an oil. Assumed soybean under the higher-PUFA rule, but the guide's own numbers point to a low-saturated fryer oil: Sweet Potato Fries print 10 g fat / 0 g saturated and the garlic-parmesan-truffle fries 80 g / 15 g (19%) - neither palm nor tallow could produce that. Wings are published as a calorie range only., which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Dave & Buster's?
Tuscan Chicken Alfredo is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Dave & Buster's, at an estimated 3.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Dave & Buster's?
Classic Goldfingers is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Dave & Buster's, at an estimated 43.5g 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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