What oil does James Coney Island fry in?
James Coney Island fries in soybean oil.
In detail: Beef franks steamed or griddled (beef fat/tallow, very low PUFA); fries and battered items fried in soybean oil (high PUFA); chili is beef-based (low PUFA); dairy-based items low PUFA.
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Build my orderJames Coney Island at a glance
| Fry oil (US) | Soybean oil |
| Seed oils | Yes |
| Beef tallow | Yes |
| Peanut oil | No |
| Seed oil grade | B (4.4 g average per item, 69 items) |
| Is it a seed oil? | Soybean oil: Yes |
The 5 cleanest things to order at James Coney Island
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 |
|---|---|
| Original Hot Dog | 1.0g |
| Chili Dog | 1.0g |
| Chili (cup) | 1.0g |
| Chili Cheese Dog | 2.0g |
| Jalapeño Cheese Dog | 2.0g |
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 James Coney Island 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 James Coney Island fry in?
James Coney Island fries in soybean oil. In detail: Beef franks steamed or griddled (beef fat/tallow, very low PUFA); fries and battered items fried in soybean oil (high PUFA); chili is beef-based (low PUFA); dairy-based items low PUFA.
Does James Coney Island use seed oils?
Yes. James Coney Island fries in soybean oil. Its seed oil grade is B, about 4.4 g of polyunsaturated fat per menu item.
Does James Coney Island use beef tallow?
Yes, at least for some items. Our notes: Beef franks steamed or griddled (beef fat/tallow, very low PUFA); fries and battered items fried in soybean oil (high PUFA); chili is beef-based (low PUFA); dairy-based items low PUFA.
Does James Coney Island use peanut oil?
Not that we can find. James Coney Island fries in soybean oil. 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 James Coney Island?
Original Hot Dog (1.0 g of polyunsaturated fat). Next: Chili (bowl) (2.0 g) and JCI Burger (3.0 g).
Which James Coney Island item has the most seed oil?
Onion Rings, at about 12.0 g of polyunsaturated fat as listed.