Stewart's Shops Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Stewart's Shops cooks with: soybean/canola (used in mayo-based cold items, dough, and any fried bakery items like donuts/fritters); most grill items are roller-grilled (no added fryer oil) and pizza/breakfast items are oven-baked, not deep-fried; exact fryer oil type not published by Stewart's. Across the 38 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.8g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
Safest Orders at Stewart's Shops
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: Roller Grill Hot Dog + Fresh Brewed Coffee, 4.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Banana Split | 3.0g |
| Chili | 4.0g |
| Turkey and Cheese on a Pretzel Roll | 4.0g |
| Cajun Dog | 4.0g |
| Roller Grill Hot Dog | 4.0g |
What to Avoid at Stewart's Shops
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Spicy & Crispy Chicken Sandwich | 11.0g |
| Chicken Tenders (4 pack) | 11.0g |
| Buffalo Chicken Wrap | 9.0g |
| Tornado | 9.0g |
| Bacon Cheeseburger | 8.0g |
Every Stewart's Shops item, ranked
All 38 items we have for Stewart's Shops, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Fresh Brewed Coffee | 0.0g |
| Cinnamon Roll | 1.0g |
| Milkshake | 2.0g |
| Glazed Donut | 3.0g |
| Turkey Sausage, Egg White & Cheese English Muffin | 3.0g |
| Hot Fudge Sundae | 3.0g |
| Banana Split | 3.0g |
| Chili | 4.0g |
| Turkey and Cheese on a Pretzel Roll | 4.0g |
| Cajun Dog | 4.0g |
| Roller Grill Hot Dog | 4.0g |
| Apple Fritter | 4.0g |
| Mac & Cheese | 5.0g |
| Bacon Egg & Cheese Croissant | 5.0g |
| Kielbasa | 5.0g |
| Eggwich with Bacon, Egg & Cheese | 5.0g |
| Ham and Cheese Sub | 5.0g |
| Sausage Egg & Cheese Croissant | 6.0g |
| Chicken Alfredo | 6.0g |
| Buffalo Chicken Mac & Cheese | 6.0g |
| White Cheddar Bacon Mac & Cheese | 6.0g |
| Cheese Pizza Slice | 6.0g |
| Sausage Egg & Cheese Wafflewich | 6.0g |
| Meatball Sub | 7.0g |
| Cheeseburger | 7.0g |
| Pepperoni Pizza Slice | 7.0g |
| Tuna Salad Sandwich | 7.0g |
| Bacon Cheeseburger | 8.0g |
| Bacon Chicken Ranch Pizza Slice | 8.0g |
| Meat Lovers Pizza Slice | 8.0g |
| BBQ Chicken Wrap | 8.0g |
| Southern Style Chicken Biscuit with Cheese | 8.0g |
| Buffalo Chicken Pizza Slice | 8.0g |
| Supreme Pizza Slice | 8.0g |
| Buffalo Chicken Wrap | 9.0g |
| Tornado | 9.0g |
| Spicy & Crispy Chicken Sandwich | 11.0g |
| Chicken Tenders (4 pack) | 11.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Stewart's Shops use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Stewart's Shops cooks with: soybean/canola (used in mayo-based cold items, dough, and any fried bakery items like donuts/fritters); most grill items are roller-grilled (no added fryer oil) and pizza/breakfast items are oven-baked, not deep-fried; exact fryer oil type not published by Stewart's. Across the 38 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.8g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Stewart's Shops cook with?
Our research indicates: soybean/canola (used in mayo-based cold items, dough, and any fried bakery items like donuts/fritters); most grill items are roller-grilled (no added fryer oil) and pizza/breakfast items are oven-baked, not deep-fried; exact fryer oil type not published by Stewart's. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Stewart's Shops use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Stewart's Shops cooks with soybean/canola (used in mayo-based cold items, dough, and any fried bakery items like donuts/fritters); most grill items are roller-grilled (no added fryer oil) and pizza/breakfast items are oven-baked, not deep-fried; exact fryer oil type not published by Stewart's, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Stewart's Shops seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Stewart's Shops cooks with soybean/canola (used in mayo-based cold items, dough, and any fried bakery items like donuts/fritters); most grill items are roller-grilled (no added fryer oil) and pizza/breakfast items are oven-baked, not deep-fried; exact fryer oil type not published by Stewart's, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Stewart's Shops?
Banana Split is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Stewart's Shops, at an estimated 3.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Stewart's Shops?
Spicy & Crispy Chicken Sandwich is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Stewart's Shops, at an estimated 11.0g 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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