What oil does Sonny's BBQ fry in?
Sonny's BBQ fries in soybean oil.
In detail: Smoked meats in pork/beef fat; fried sides in soybean oil; mayo-based sides contain soybean oil.
Ordering at Sonny's BBQ? Build your meal in the app and see its seed oil total before you pay.
Build my orderSonny's BBQ at a glance
| Fry oil (US) | Soybean oil |
| Seed oils | Yes |
| Beef tallow | Yes |
| Peanut oil | No |
| Seed oil grade | C (7.3 g average per item, 82 items) |
| Is it a seed oil? | Soybean oil: Yes |
The 5 cleanest things to order at Sonny's BBQ
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 |
|---|---|
| Sliced Brisket Plate | 1.3g |
| Beef Brisket Chopped Plate | 1.7g |
| Smoked Chicken Plate | 1.8g |
| Pulled Chicken Plate | 1.8g |
| Sliced Turkey Plate | 2.1g |
Lower PUFA is cleaner. These are estimates from published nutrition data and disclosed oils; preparation varies by location.
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Pick your meal, sides, sauces and drink in the app and see your seed oil total before you order. It logs to your day in one tap. Free on iPhone and Android.
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 Sonny's BBQ 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 Sonny's BBQ fry in?
Sonny's BBQ fries in soybean oil. In detail: Smoked meats in pork/beef fat; fried sides in soybean oil; mayo-based sides contain soybean oil.
Does Sonny's BBQ use seed oils?
Yes. Sonny's BBQ fries in soybean oil. Its seed oil grade is C, about 7.3 g of polyunsaturated fat per menu item.
Does Sonny's BBQ use beef tallow?
Yes, at least for some items. Our notes: Smoked meats in pork/beef fat; fried sides in soybean oil; mayo-based sides contain soybean oil.
Does Sonny's BBQ use peanut oil?
Not that we can find. Sonny's BBQ 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 Sonny's BBQ?
Sliced Brisket Plate (1.3 g of polyunsaturated fat). Next: Beef Brisket Chopped Plate (1.7 g) and Smoked Chicken Plate (1.8 g).
Which Sonny's BBQ item has the most seed oil?
Loaded Tots, at about 49.8 g of polyunsaturated fat as listed.