Del Frisco's Grille Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Del Frisco's Grille cooks with: Butter for steak finishing/basting (menu offers Bourbon Bacon, Blue Cheese, Garlic Herb, Truffle butter toppings on steaks); soybean/vegetable oil assumed for fryer items (Cheesesteak Eggrolls, Southern Fried Chicken Sandwich, frites) as no public fryer-oil disclosure found (delfriscosgrille.com FAQs cover gluten-sensitive/allergen notes only, not oil type). Across the 17 menu items we analyzed, it averages 8.2g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of D (Very High Risk).
Safest Orders at Del Frisco's Grille
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: Filet Mignon (8oz), 3.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Filet Mignon (8oz) | 3.0g |
| Prime Sliced Steak (8oz) | 3.0g |
| Prime Ribeye (16oz) | 4.0g |
| Prime New York Strip (16oz) | 4.0g |
| Kale & Brussels Sprouts | 5.0g |
What to Avoid at Del Frisco's Grille
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Southern Fried Chicken Sandwich | 19.0g |
| Prime Chicken-Fried Ribeye | 17.0g |
| Gulf Coast Fish Tacos | 14.0g |
| Cheesesteak Eggrolls | 12.0g |
| Seared Asian Tuna Salad | 11.0g |
Every Del Frisco's Grille item, ranked
All 17 items we have for Del Frisco's Grille, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Filet Mignon (8oz) | 3.0g |
| Warm Chocolate Cake | 3.0g |
| Prime Sliced Steak (8oz) | 3.0g |
| Prime Ribeye (16oz) | 4.0g |
| Prime New York Strip (16oz) | 4.0g |
| Kale & Brussels Sprouts | 5.0g |
| Bay of Fundy Salmon | 6.0g |
| Ahi Tacos | 6.0g |
| Shaved Prime Steak Sandwich | 7.0g |
| Steakhouse Salad | 8.0g |
| The Grille Prime Cheeseburger | 9.0g |
| Sea Salt & Parmesan Frites | 9.0g |
| Seared Asian Tuna Salad | 11.0g |
| Cheesesteak Eggrolls | 12.0g |
| Gulf Coast Fish Tacos | 14.0g |
| Prime Chicken-Fried Ribeye | 17.0g |
| Southern Fried Chicken Sandwich | 19.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Del Frisco's Grille use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Del Frisco's Grille cooks with: Butter for steak finishing/basting (menu offers Bourbon Bacon, Blue Cheese, Garlic Herb, Truffle butter toppings on steaks); soybean/vegetable oil assumed for fryer items (Cheesesteak Eggrolls, Southern Fried Chicken Sandwich, frites) as no public fryer-oil disclosure found (delfriscosgrille.com FAQs cover gluten-sensitive/allergen notes only, not oil type). Across the 17 menu items we analyzed, it averages 8.2g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of D (Very High Risk).
What oil does Del Frisco's Grille cook with?
Our research indicates: Butter for steak finishing/basting (menu offers Bourbon Bacon, Blue Cheese, Garlic Herb, Truffle butter toppings on steaks); soybean/vegetable oil assumed for fryer items (Cheesesteak Eggrolls, Southern Fried Chicken Sandwich, frites) as no public fryer-oil disclosure found (delfriscosgrille.com FAQs cover gluten-sensitive/allergen notes only, not oil type). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Del Frisco's Grille use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Del Frisco's Grille cooks with Butter for steak finishing/basting (menu offers Bourbon Bacon, Blue Cheese, Garlic Herb, Truffle butter toppings on steaks); soybean/vegetable oil assumed for fryer items (Cheesesteak Eggrolls, Southern Fried Chicken Sandwich, frites) as no public fryer-oil disclosure found (delfriscosgrille.com FAQs cover gluten-sensitive/allergen notes only, not oil type), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Del Frisco's Grille seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Del Frisco's Grille cooks with Butter for steak finishing/basting (menu offers Bourbon Bacon, Blue Cheese, Garlic Herb, Truffle butter toppings on steaks); soybean/vegetable oil assumed for fryer items (Cheesesteak Eggrolls, Southern Fried Chicken Sandwich, frites) as no public fryer-oil disclosure found (delfriscosgrille.com FAQs cover gluten-sensitive/allergen notes only, not oil type), which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Del Frisco's Grille?
Filet Mignon (8oz) is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Del Frisco's Grille, at an estimated 3.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Del Frisco's Grille?
Southern Fried Chicken Sandwich is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Del Frisco's Grille, at an estimated 19.0g 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. 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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