What oil does City Barbeque fry in?
City Barbeque cooks with Smoked meats in pork/beef fat; fried sides in soybean oil; mayo-based sides contain soybean oil.
The 5 cleanest things to order at City Barbeque
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.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Collard Greens With Pork | 1.0g |
| Smoked Turkey Breast Plate | 2.0g |
| Half Slab St. Louis Ribs | 2.0g |
| Baked Beans With Brisket | 2.0g |
| Pulled Pork Plate | 3.0g |
Lower PUFA is cleaner. These are estimates from published nutrition data and disclosed oils; preparation varies by location.
Why the frying oil matters
Most fast-food chains fry in seed oils like soybean, canola, corn, or a blend of them, which are high in polyunsaturated fat (PUFA). A handful still use beef tallow or other stable fats, which are far lower in PUFA. The oil a kitchen fries in is the single biggest driver of how much seed oil ends up on your plate. See the full breakdown on the City Barbeque report card, or where it lands on the Seed Oil Index.
Frequently asked
Does City Barbeque use beef tallow?
Yes, at least for some items. City Barbeque uses: Smoked meats in pork/beef fat; fried sides in soybean oil; mayo-based sides contain soybean oil. See which chains fry in real fats on Tallow Watch.