Primanti Bros. Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Primanti Bros. cooks with: vegetable/soybean blend assumed (fryer oil not publicly disclosed on primantibros.com or nutrition docs). Across the 18 menu items we analyzed, it averages 10.5g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of D (Very High Risk).
Safest Orders at Primanti 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: Grilled Chicken Sandwich, 11.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad | 7.0g |
| Cheese Pierogies | 8.0g |
| Buffalo Wings (6 pc) | 9.0g |
| Grilled Chicken Sandwich | 11.0g |
| Almost Famous Salad (topped with fries) | 12.0g |
What to Avoid at Primanti Bros.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Pittsburgher Loaded Fries | 16.0g |
| Fried Fish Sandwich | 15.0g |
| Pastrami & Cheese Sandwich | 14.0g |
| Capicola & Cheese Sandwich | 14.0g |
| Kielbasa & Cheese Sandwich | 13.0g |
Every Primanti Bros. item, ranked
All 18 items we have for Primanti Bros., safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Cheesecake | 3.0g |
| Coleslaw (side) | 3.0g |
| Chocolate Cake | 4.0g |
| Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad | 7.0g |
| Cheese Pierogies | 8.0g |
| Buffalo Wings (6 pc) | 9.0g |
| Fresh-Cut Fries (basket) | 10.0g |
| Grilled Chicken Sandwich | 11.0g |
| Almost Famous Salad (topped with fries) | 12.0g |
| Turkey & Cheese Sandwich | 12.0g |
| Chicken Tenders & Fries Basket | 12.0g |
| Kielbasa & Cheese Sandwich | 13.0g |
| Pitts-Burger Cheese Steak Sandwich | 13.0g |
| Corned Beef & Cheese Sandwich | 13.0g |
| Pastrami & Cheese Sandwich | 14.0g |
| Capicola & Cheese Sandwich | 14.0g |
| Fried Fish Sandwich | 15.0g |
| Pittsburgher Loaded Fries | 16.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Primanti Bros. use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Primanti Bros. cooks with: vegetable/soybean blend assumed (fryer oil not publicly disclosed on primantibros.com or nutrition docs). Across the 18 menu items we analyzed, it averages 10.5g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of D (Very High Risk).
What oil does Primanti Bros. cook with?
Our research indicates: vegetable/soybean blend assumed (fryer oil not publicly disclosed on primantibros.com or nutrition docs). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Primanti Bros. use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Primanti Bros. cooks with vegetable/soybean blend assumed (fryer oil not publicly disclosed on primantibros.com or nutrition docs), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Primanti Bros. seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Primanti Bros. cooks with vegetable/soybean blend assumed (fryer oil not publicly disclosed on primantibros.com or nutrition docs), which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Primanti Bros.?
Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Primanti Bros., at an estimated 7.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Primanti Bros.?
Pittsburgher Loaded Fries is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Primanti Bros., at an estimated 16.0g 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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