Famous Dave's Seed Oil Report Card
Safest Orders
| Corn on the Cob | 1.0g PUFA |
| Baked Beans | 2.0g PUFA |
| Wilbur Beans | 2.0g PUFA |
| Beef Brisket (4 oz) | 3.0g PUFA |
| Pulled Pork (4 oz) | 3.0g PUFA |
Watch Out For
| Onion Straws | 12.0g PUFA |
| Southern Catfish (2 pc) | 11.0g PUFA |
| Chicken Tenders (3 pc) | 10.0g PUFA |
| Seasoned Fries | 10.0g PUFA |
| Coleslaw | 10.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Famous Dave's use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Famous Dave's cooks with: Smoked/BBQ meats in beef/pork/poultry fat (tallow/lard); fried items and mayo-based sides use soybean/vegetable oil; cornbread uses canola-soybean blend. Across the 21 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.0g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Famous Dave's cook with?
Our research indicates: Smoked/BBQ meats in beef/pork/poultry fat (tallow/lard); fried items and mayo-based sides use soybean/vegetable oil; cornbread uses canola-soybean blend. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
What is the safest thing to order at Famous Dave's?
Corn on the Cob is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Famous Dave's, at an estimated 1.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Famous Dave's?
Onion Straws is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Famous Dave's, at an estimated 12.0g 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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