What oil does Paisano's Italian Restaurant fry in?
Paisano's Italian Restaurant most likely fries in soybean and canola oil, but the chain has not confirmed it.
In detail: No official statement found on fryer oil type; the industry default of soybean oil or a soybean/canola blend is assumed for fried items (mozzarella sticks, breaded mushrooms, zucchini fries, buffalo shrimp, chicken wings, fried calamari, french fries). Garlic knots are baked and tossed with olive oil, not fried.
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Build my orderPaisano's Italian Restaurant at a glance
| Fry oil (US) | Soybean and canola oil (estimated) |
| Seed oils | Yes |
| Beef tallow | No |
| Peanut oil | No |
| Seed oil grade | C (7.6 g average per item, 68 items) |
| Is it a seed oil? | Soybean oil: Yes · Canola oil: Yes |
The 5 cleanest things to order at Paisano's Italian Restaurant
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 |
|---|---|
| Ravioli | 3.0g |
| Escargot | 3.0g |
| Garden Salad | 3.0g |
| Spaghetti & Meatballs | 4.0g |
| Capellini Garlic & Oil | 4.0g |
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 Paisano's Italian Restaurant 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 Paisano's Italian Restaurant fry in?
Paisano's Italian Restaurant most likely fries in soybean and canola oil, but the chain has not confirmed it. In detail: No official statement found on fryer oil type; the industry default of soybean oil or a soybean/canola blend is assumed for fried items (mozzarella sticks, breaded mushrooms, zucchini fries, buffalo shrimp, chicken wings, fried calamari, french fries). Garlic knots are baked and tossed with olive oil, not fried.
Does Paisano's Italian Restaurant use seed oils?
Yes. Paisano's Italian Restaurant most likely fries in soybean and canola oil. The chain has not confirmed it. Its seed oil grade is C, about 7.6 g of polyunsaturated fat per menu item.
Does Paisano's Italian Restaurant use beef tallow?
No. Paisano's Italian Restaurant most likely fries in soybean and canola oil, not beef tallow. The chain has not confirmed it.
Does Paisano's Italian Restaurant use peanut oil?
Not that we can find. Paisano's Italian Restaurant 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 Paisano's Italian Restaurant?
Garden Salad (3.0 g of polyunsaturated fat). Next: Spaghetti & Meatballs (4.0 g) and Baked Spaghetti (4.0 g).
Which Paisano's Italian Restaurant item has the most seed oil?
Stuffed Pizza, at about 19.0 g of polyunsaturated fat as listed.