Tubby's Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Tubby's cooks with: butter/margarine blend (griddle); soybean oil (fryer) — no official allergen PDF found publicly; assumption consistent with Michigan sub shop norms and third-party tracker data showing soy allergen flags on fried items. Across the 89 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.5g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
Safest Orders at Tubby's
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 |
|---|---|
| Fajita Sauce | 0.0g |
| Soup of the Day | 2.0g |
| Burger Patty Only (No Bun) | 2.0g |
| Turkey Sub | 3.0g |
| Veggie Sub | 3.0g |
What to Avoid at Tubby's
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Chicken Parmesan Sub | 13.0g |
| Onion Rings | 13.0g |
| Crispy Chicken Sub | 12.0g |
| Crispy Chicken Salad | 12.0g |
| Chicken Wings | 11.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Tubby's use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Tubby's cooks with: butter/margarine blend (griddle); soybean oil (fryer) — no official allergen PDF found publicly; assumption consistent with Michigan sub shop norms and third-party tracker data showing soy allergen flags on fried items. Across the 89 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.5g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Tubby's cook with?
Our research indicates: butter/margarine blend (griddle); soybean oil (fryer) — no official allergen PDF found publicly; assumption consistent with Michigan sub shop norms and third-party tracker data showing soy allergen flags on fried items. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Tubby's use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Tubby's cooks with butter/margarine blend (griddle); soybean oil (fryer) — no official allergen PDF found publicly; assumption consistent with Michigan sub shop norms and third-party tracker data showing soy allergen flags on fried items, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Tubby's seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Tubby's cooks with butter/margarine blend (griddle); soybean oil (fryer) — no official allergen PDF found publicly; assumption consistent with Michigan sub shop norms and third-party tracker data showing soy allergen flags on fried items, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Tubby's?
Fajita Sauce is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Tubby's, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Tubby's?
Chicken Parmesan Sub is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Tubby's, at an estimated 13.0g 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 Tubby's 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.