Glory Days Grill Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Glory Days Grill cooks with: Beef tallow, disclosed by the chain itself: their nutrition/allergen page states deep-fried items are 'fried in a shared fryer with beef tallow' (glorydaysgrill.com/nutrition) — a rare tallow-fryer chain, so fried items score much lower PUFA than a soybean-oil default.. Across the 44 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.1g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
Safest Orders at Glory Days Grill
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: 10 Boneless Wings + Fresh Vegetables, 4.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| The "1988" Sirloin | 2.0g |
| Glory Day's Monte Cristo | 2.0g |
| Loaded Baked Potato | 2.0g |
| Chicken Tenders Platter | 3.0g |
| Mac Burger | 3.0g |
What to Avoid at Glory Days Grill
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad | 18.0g |
| Strawberry Salmon Salad | 16.0g |
| Grilled Salmon | 13.0g |
| Burger and Blue Salad | 12.0g |
| BBQ Chicken Salad | 11.0g |
Every Glory Days Grill item, ranked
All 44 items we have for Glory Days Grill, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Garlic Mashed Potatoes | 1.0g |
| Kids Grilled Cheese | 1.0g |
| Sweet Potato Fries | 1.0g |
| The "1988" Sirloin | 2.0g |
| Seasoned Fries | 2.0g |
| Glory Day's Monte Cristo | 2.0g |
| Kids Cheeseburger Sliders | 2.0g |
| Kids Fried Chicken Tenders | 2.0g |
| Loaded Baked Potato | 2.0g |
| Chicken Tenders Platter | 3.0g |
| Warm Butter Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream | 3.0g |
| Bourbon Butter Cake | 3.0g |
| Mac Burger | 3.0g |
| Ribeye Steak | 3.0g |
| The Chocolate Slide | 3.0g |
| 10 Boneless Wings | 4.0g |
| Grilled Fish Soft Tacos | 4.0g |
| BBQ Baby Back Ribs | 4.0g |
| T-Bone Steak | 4.0g |
| All-American Burger | 5.0g |
| Fabulous Fish Fry | 5.0g |
| Shrimp Platter | 5.0g |
| Chicken Cheesesteak | 5.0g |
| Smothered Chicken | 5.0g |
| Glory Days Cheesesteak | 6.0g |
| 10 Traditional Wings | 6.0g |
| Bacon Cheddar Burger | 6.0g |
| HERO Burger | 7.0g |
| Buffalo Chicken Dip | 7.0g |
| The Glory Burger | 8.0g |
| Buffalo Chicken Sandwich | 8.0g |
| Glory Days Cobb Salad (grilled chicken) | 9.0g |
| Burger Blue | 9.0g |
| Freshly Prepared Coleslaw | 9.0g |
| Grilled Salmon Caesar Salad | 10.0g |
| Fried Shrimp Soft Tacos | 10.0g |
| Maryland Crab Cake Sandwich | 10.0g |
| Penne Pasta with Garlic Cream Sauce (Chicken) | 10.0g |
| Wannabe Shrimp | 10.0g |
| BBQ Chicken Salad | 11.0g |
| Burger and Blue Salad | 12.0g |
| Grilled Salmon | 13.0g |
| Strawberry Salmon Salad | 16.0g |
| Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad | 18.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Glory Days Grill use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Glory Days Grill cooks with: Beef tallow, disclosed by the chain itself: their nutrition/allergen page states deep-fried items are 'fried in a shared fryer with beef tallow' (glorydaysgrill.com/nutrition) — a rare tallow-fryer chain, so fried items score much lower PUFA than a soybean-oil default.. Across the 44 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.1g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does Glory Days Grill cook with?
Our research indicates: Beef tallow, disclosed by the chain itself: their nutrition/allergen page states deep-fried items are 'fried in a shared fryer with beef tallow' (glorydaysgrill.com/nutrition) — a rare tallow-fryer chain, so fried items score much lower PUFA than a soybean-oil default.. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Glory Days Grill use beef tallow?
Yes, at least for some items. Our research indicates: Beef tallow, disclosed by the chain itself: their nutrition/allergen page states deep-fried items are 'fried in a shared fryer with beef tallow' (glorydaysgrill.com/nutrition) — a rare tallow-fryer chain, so fried items score much lower PUFA than a soybean-oil default.. Beef tallow is far lower in PUFA than seed oils.
Is Glory Days Grill seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Glory Days Grill cooks with Beef tallow, disclosed by the chain itself: their nutrition/allergen page states deep-fried items are 'fried in a shared fryer with beef tallow' (glorydaysgrill.com/nutrition) — a rare tallow-fryer chain, so fried items score much lower PUFA than a soybean-oil default., which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Glory Days Grill?
The "1988" Sirloin is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Glory Days Grill, at an estimated 2.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Glory Days Grill?
Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Glory Days Grill, 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. 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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