What oil does Smokey Bones fry in?
Smokey Bones fries in soybean oil.
In detail: Smoked and grilled meats in beef/pork fat (low PUFA); fried appetizers and sides in soybean oil; ranch/mayo-based dressings in soybean oil.
Ordering at Smokey Bones? Build your meal in the app and see its seed oil total before you pay.
Build my orderSmokey Bones at a glance
| Fry oil (US) | Soybean oil |
| Seed oils | Yes |
| Beef tallow | No |
| Peanut oil | No |
| Seed oil grade | D (8.4 g average per item, 106 items) |
| Is it a seed oil? | Soybean oil: Yes |
The 5 cleanest things to order at Smokey Bones
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 |
|---|---|
| 6oz USDA Sirloin | 1.6g |
| Chopped Brisket Sandwich | 1.6g |
| 9oz USDA Sirloin | 1.9g |
| Candied Bacon | 2.0g |
| Grilled and Chilled Shrimp Cocktail | 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 Smokey Bones 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 Smokey Bones fry in?
Smokey Bones fries in soybean oil. In detail: Smoked and grilled meats in beef/pork fat (low PUFA); fried appetizers and sides in soybean oil; ranch/mayo-based dressings in soybean oil.
Does Smokey Bones use seed oils?
Yes. Smokey Bones fries in soybean oil. Its seed oil grade is D, about 8.4 g of polyunsaturated fat per menu item.
Does Smokey Bones use beef tallow?
No. Smokey Bones fries in soybean oil, not beef tallow.
Does Smokey Bones use peanut oil?
Not that we can find. Smokey Bones 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 Smokey Bones?
Chopped Brisket Sandwich (1.6 g of polyunsaturated fat). Next: Filet Mignon Medallions (2.0 g) and Sliced Turkey Platter (3.0 g).
Which Smokey Bones item has the most seed oil?
Smoke Stack Burger, at about 48.9 g of polyunsaturated fat as listed.