Smokey Bones Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Smokey Bones cooks with: Smoked and grilled meats in beef/pork fat (low PUFA); fried appetizers and sides in soybean oil; ranch/mayo-based dressings in soybean oil. Across the 121 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.6g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
Safest Orders at Smokey Bones
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: 6oz USDA Sirloin + Fresh Steamed Broccoli + Iced Tea, 2.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| KC BBQ | 0.0g |
| Chipotle BBQ | 0.0g |
| Sweet Brown Sugar | 0.0g |
| Buff-A-Que | 0.5g |
| Baked Potato | 1.0g |
What to Avoid at Smokey Bones
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Charbroiled Chicken Caesar Salad | 14.0g |
| Onion Rings | 13.0g |
| Bones Buffalo Chicken Sandwich | 13.0g |
| Nutty Chicken Salad | 13.0g |
| Crispy Chicken Tacos | 13.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Smokey Bones use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Smokey Bones cooks with: Smoked and grilled meats in beef/pork fat (low PUFA); fried appetizers and sides in soybean oil; ranch/mayo-based dressings in soybean oil. Across the 121 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.6g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Smokey Bones cook with?
Our research indicates: Smoked and grilled meats in beef/pork fat (low PUFA); fried appetizers and sides in soybean oil; ranch/mayo-based dressings in soybean oil. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Smokey Bones use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Smokey Bones cooks with Smoked and grilled meats in beef/pork fat (low PUFA); fried appetizers and sides in soybean oil; ranch/mayo-based dressings in soybean oil, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Smokey Bones seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Smokey Bones cooks with Smoked and grilled meats in beef/pork fat (low PUFA); fried appetizers and sides in soybean oil; ranch/mayo-based dressings in soybean oil, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Smokey Bones?
KC BBQ is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Smokey Bones, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Smokey Bones?
Charbroiled Chicken Caesar Salad is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Smokey Bones, at an estimated 14.0g 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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