Hawaiian Bros Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Hawaiian Bros cooks with: soybean oil in marinades and cooking; soybean-based mayo in macaroni salad (confirmed via allergen listing showing direct soy allergen presence across proteins, sides, and sauces). Across the 41 menu items we analyzed, it averages 12.9g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of F (Extreme Risk).
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Safest Orders at Hawaiian Bros
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: Huli Huli Chicken Plate - Small + White Rice + Bottled Water, 3.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Pineapple | 0.0g |
| Teriyaki Sauce | 0.0g |
| Mae Ploy Sweet Chili Sauce | 0.0g |
| Sambal Oelek | 0.0g |
| White Rice (The Big Plate) | 0.0g |
What to Avoid at Hawaiian Bros
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Luau Pork Plate - Large | 55.3g |
| Honolulu Chicken Plate - Large | 49.4g |
| Kilauea Chicken Plate - Large | 47.0g |
| Molokai Chicken Plate - Large | 46.1g |
| Huli Huli Chicken Plate - Large | 44.6g |
Every Hawaiian Bros item, ranked
All 41 items we have for Hawaiian Bros, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Fountain Drink | 0.0g |
| Pineapple BBQ Sauce | 0.0g |
| Pineapple | 0.0g |
| Teriyaki Sauce | 0.0g |
| Mae Ploy Sweet Chili Sauce | 0.0g |
| Sambal Oelek | 0.0g |
| White Rice (The Big Plate) | 0.0g |
| Dole Soft Serve (Mini) | 0.0g |
| Dole Soft Serve (Regular) | 0.0g |
| White Rice (Small) | 0.0g |
| Seasoned Vegetables | 0.3g |
| Molokai Chicken Plate - Small | 3.0g |
| Kilauea Chicken Plate - Small | 3.0g |
| Luau Pork Plate - Small | 3.0g |
| Huli Huli Chicken Plate - Small | 3.0g |
| Honolulu Chicken Plate - Small | 3.0g |
| SPAM Musubi | 4.0g |
| Kilauea Chicken Bowl | 4.0g |
| Luau Pork Bowl | 4.0g |
| Huli Huli Chicken Bowl | 4.0g |
| Molokai Chicken Bowl | 4.0g |
| Honolulu Chicken Bowl | 4.0g |
| Mixed Plate Large | 6.0g |
| Huli Huli Wrap | 7.0g |
| Pineapple Luau Sliders | 9.0g |
| Pacific Island Wrap | 10.0g |
| Pacific Island Salad | 13.0g |
| Macaroni Salad | 15.0g |
| Huli Huli Chicken Plate | 20.0g |
| Molokai Chicken Plate | 21.0g |
| Molokai Mac Wrap | 21.0g |
| Kilauea Chicken Plate | 22.0g |
| Mixed Plate (2 proteins) | 22.0g |
| Honolulu Chicken Plate | 24.0g |
| Smoked Luau Pork Plate | 26.0g |
| Luau Pork Plate | 31.0g |
| Huli Huli Chicken Plate - Large | 44.6g |
| Molokai Chicken Plate - Large | 46.1g |
| Kilauea Chicken Plate - Large | 47.0g |
| Honolulu Chicken Plate - Large | 49.4g |
| Luau Pork Plate - Large | 55.3g |
Frequently asked
Does Hawaiian Bros use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Hawaiian Bros cooks with: soybean oil in marinades and cooking; soybean-based mayo in macaroni salad (confirmed via allergen listing showing direct soy allergen presence across proteins, sides, and sauces). Across the 41 menu items we analyzed, it averages 12.9g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of F (Extreme Risk).
What oil does Hawaiian Bros cook with?
Our research indicates: soybean oil in marinades and cooking; soybean-based mayo in macaroni salad (confirmed via allergen listing showing direct soy allergen presence across proteins, sides, and sauces). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Hawaiian Bros use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Hawaiian Bros cooks with soybean oil in marinades and cooking; soybean-based mayo in macaroni salad (confirmed via allergen listing showing direct soy allergen presence across proteins, sides, and sauces), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Hawaiian Bros seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Hawaiian Bros cooks with soybean oil in marinades and cooking; soybean-based mayo in macaroni salad (confirmed via allergen listing showing direct soy allergen presence across proteins, sides, and sauces), which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Hawaiian Bros?
Pineapple is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Hawaiian Bros, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Hawaiian Bros?
Luau Pork Plate - Large is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Hawaiian Bros, at an estimated 55.3g 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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