Royal Farms Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Royal Farms cooks with: Soybean oil (pressure-fried chicken & Western Fries cooked in same oil). Across the 108 menu items we analyzed, it averages 8.9g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of D (Very High Risk).
Safest Orders at Royal Farms
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: Burger Patty Only (No Bun) + Bottled Water, 2.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| BBQ | 0.0g |
| Buffalo | 0.0g |
| Burger Patty Only (No Bun) | 2.0g |
| Turkey Cheese Sub | 3.0g |
| Potato Salad | 3.0g |
What to Avoid at Royal Farms
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Mac Cheese Tender Bowl | 36.0g |
| Mac and Cheese Tender Bowl | 36.0g |
| 5 Piece Tender Meal | 32.0g |
| 4 Piece Mixed Chicken Meal | 28.0g |
| 3 Piece White Chicken Meal | 24.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Royal Farms use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Royal Farms cooks with: Soybean oil (pressure-fried chicken & Western Fries cooked in same oil). Across the 108 menu items we analyzed, it averages 8.9g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of D (Very High Risk).
What oil does Royal Farms cook with?
Our research indicates: Soybean oil (pressure-fried chicken & Western Fries cooked in same oil). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Royal Farms use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Royal Farms cooks with Soybean oil (pressure-fried chicken & Western Fries cooked in same oil), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Royal Farms seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Royal Farms cooks with Soybean oil (pressure-fried chicken & Western Fries cooked in same oil), which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Royal Farms?
BBQ is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Royal Farms, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Royal Farms?
Mac Cheese Tender Bowl is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Royal Farms, at an estimated 36.0g 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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See where Royal Farms lands on the full Seed Oil Index, or check which chains cook in real fats on Tallow Watch. Wondering about a specific dish instead? The Is It Seed Oil food guide answers it for 200+ everyday foods, and the distributor oils page covers what independent restaurants fry in.