What oil does Flanigan's fry in?
Flanigan's most likely fries in soybean and canola oil, but the chain has not confirmed it.
In detail: Deep-fries a large share of the menu (fried dolphinfish, fried shrimp, fried tilapia sandwich, fish and chips, mozzarella sticks, chicken stickers, onion rings, wings, dolphin fingers, fries) but no source discloses the actual oil brand or type; their own menu says only that "all fried items are prepared in oil that is also used to cook shellfish, fish and breaded items." Industry default (soybean/canola blend, standard for casual-dining shared fryers) is assumed, not confirmed.
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Build my orderFlanigan's at a glance
| Fry oil (US) | Soybean and canola oil (estimated) |
| Seed oils | Yes |
| Beef tallow | No |
| Peanut oil | No |
| Seed oil grade | F (16.3 g average per item, 110 items) |
| Is it a seed oil? | Soybean oil: Yes · Canola oil: Yes |
The 5 cleanest things to order at Flanigan'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.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Peel and Eat Shrimp | 0.5g |
| Bahama Burger | 2.6g |
| Blackened Tilapia | 3.0g |
| Blackened Dolphin (8 oz) | 3.0g |
| Big Daddy Burger | 3.1g |
Lower PUFA is cleaner. These are estimates from published nutrition data and disclosed oils; preparation varies by location.
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Build my orderWhy 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 Flanigan's report card, or where it lands on the Seed Oil Index. See which chains fry in real fats on Tallow Watch.
Frequently asked
What oil does Flanigan's fry in?
Flanigan's most likely fries in soybean and canola oil, but the chain has not confirmed it. In detail: Deep-fries a large share of the menu (fried dolphinfish, fried shrimp, fried tilapia sandwich, fish and chips, mozzarella sticks, chicken stickers, onion rings, wings, dolphin fingers, fries) but no source discloses the actual oil brand or type; their own menu says only that "all fried items are prepared in oil that is also used to cook shellfish, fish and breaded items." Industry default (soybean/canola blend, standard for casual-dining shared fryers) is assumed, not confirmed.
Does Flanigan's use seed oils?
Yes. Flanigan's most likely fries in soybean and canola oil. The chain has not confirmed it. Its seed oil grade is F, about 16.3 g of polyunsaturated fat per menu item.
Does Flanigan's use beef tallow?
No. Flanigan's most likely fries in soybean and canola oil, not beef tallow. The chain has not confirmed it.
Does Flanigan's use peanut oil?
Not that we can find. Flanigan's most likely fries in soybean and canola oil. The chain has not confirmed it. If you have a peanut allergy, ask the restaurant directly, because oils and suppliers can vary by location.
What is the lowest seed oil order at Flanigan's?
Bahama Burger (2.6 g of polyunsaturated fat). Next: Big Daddy Burger (3.1 g) and Deluxe Dinner Salad (3.3 g).
Which Flanigan's item has the most seed oil?
Garlic Rolls (12 rolls), at about 152.0 g of polyunsaturated fat as listed.