What oil does National Coney Island fry in?
National Coney Island fries in soybean oil and vegetable oil blend.
In detail: Soybean/vegetable oil for frying (fries, chicken, fish); beef/pork fat in coney chili and hot dogs; margarine/shortening on griddle; dairy fat in dairy items.
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Build my orderNational Coney Island at a glance
| Fry oil (US) | Soybean oil and vegetable oil blend |
| Seed oils | Yes |
| Beef tallow | No |
| Peanut oil | No |
| Seed oil grade | C (6.2 g average per item, 99 items) |
| Is it a seed oil? | Soybean oil: Yes · Vegetable oil: Yes |
The 5 cleanest things to order at National 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 |
|---|---|
| Tossed Salad | 0.0g |
| Cup of Chili | 0.7g |
| Grilled Cheese | 0.9g |
| Bowl of Chili | 1.5g |
| Chicken Lemon Rice Soup (bowl) | 1.6g |
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 National 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 National Coney Island fry in?
National Coney Island fries in soybean oil and vegetable oil blend. In detail: Soybean/vegetable oil for frying (fries, chicken, fish); beef/pork fat in coney chili and hot dogs; margarine/shortening on griddle; dairy fat in dairy items.
Does National Coney Island use seed oils?
Yes. National Coney Island fries in soybean oil and vegetable oil blend. Its seed oil grade is C, about 6.2 g of polyunsaturated fat per menu item.
Does National Coney Island use beef tallow?
No. National Coney Island fries in soybean oil and vegetable oil blend, not beef tallow.
Does National Coney Island use peanut oil?
Not that we can find. National Coney Island fries in soybean oil and vegetable oil blend. 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 National Coney Island?
Tossed Salad (0.0 g of polyunsaturated fat). Next: Bowl of Chili (1.5 g) and Hot Dog (2.7 g).
Which National Coney Island item has the most seed oil?
Twisted Turkey BLT, at about 20.3 g of polyunsaturated fat as listed.