Johnny Rockets Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Johnny Rockets cooks with: soybean oil (100% soybean oil per company fryer spec). Across the 27 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.2g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
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Safest Orders at Johnny Rockets
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: Rocket Dog + Coca-Cola, 5.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Rocket Dog | 5.0g |
| The Original Burger | 6.0g |
| Veggie Burger | 6.0g |
| Rocket Single Burger | 7.0g |
| Rocket Chili Dog | 7.0g |
What to Avoid at Johnny Rockets
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Onion Rings | 18.0g |
| Peanut Butter Shake | 16.9g |
| Chili Cheese Fries | 15.0g |
| Chicken Club Sandwich | 14.0g |
| Crispy Chicken Club Sandwich | 13.0g |
Every Johnny Rockets item, ranked
All 27 items we have for Johnny Rockets, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Fountain Drink | 0.0g |
| Root Beer Float | 1.1g |
| Side Salad | 2.0g |
| Vanilla Shake | 2.2g |
| Hershey's Chocolate Shake | 2.2g |
| Strawberry Shake | 2.2g |
| Banana Shake | 2.2g |
| Hershey's Chocolate Shake with Malt Powder | 2.2g |
| Oreo Cookies and Cream Shake | 2.7g |
| Rocket Dog | 5.0g |
| The Original Burger | 6.0g |
| Fries | 6.0g |
| Veggie Burger | 6.0g |
| Sweet Potato Fries, Side | 6.0g |
| Rocket Single Burger | 7.0g |
| Rocket Chili Dog | 7.0g |
| Grilled Chicken Breast Sandwich | 8.0g |
| Streamliner | 8.0g |
| Chile Burger | 10.0g |
| Smoke House Burger | 10.0g |
| Route 66 Double Burger | 11.0g |
| Sweet Potato Fries, Starter | 12.0g |
| Crispy Chicken Club Sandwich | 13.0g |
| Chicken Club Sandwich | 14.0g |
| Chili Cheese Fries | 15.0g |
| Peanut Butter Shake | 16.9g |
| Onion Rings | 18.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Johnny Rockets use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Johnny Rockets cooks with: soybean oil (100% soybean oil per company fryer spec). Across the 27 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.2g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does Johnny Rockets cook with?
Our research indicates: soybean oil (100% soybean oil per company fryer spec). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Johnny Rockets use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Johnny Rockets cooks with soybean oil (100% soybean oil per company fryer spec), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Johnny Rockets seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Johnny Rockets cooks with soybean oil (100% soybean oil per company fryer spec), which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Johnny Rockets?
Rocket Dog is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Johnny Rockets, at an estimated 5.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Johnny Rockets?
Onion Rings is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Johnny Rockets, 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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