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What oil does Stewart's Shops fry in?

Stewart's Shops fries in soybean and canola oil.

In detail: soybean/canola (used in mayo-based cold items, dough, and any fried bakery items like donuts/fritters); most grill items are roller-grilled (no added fryer oil) and pizza/breakfast items are oven-baked, not deep-fried; exact fryer oil type not published by Stewart's.

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Stewart's Shops at a glance

Fry oil (US)Soybean and canola oil
Seed oilsYes
Beef tallowNo
Peanut oilNo
Seed oil gradeB (5.8 g average per item, 38 items)
Is it a seed oil?Soybean oil: Yes · Canola oil: Yes
BMedium Risk: 5.8g avg PUFA/item across 38 items

The 5 cleanest things to order at Stewart's Shops

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.

ItemPUFA
Roller Grill Hot Dog4.0g
Cajun Dog4.0g
Turkey and Cheese on a Pretzel Roll4.0g
Apple Fritter4.0g
Eggwich with Bacon, Egg & Cheese5.0g

Lower PUFA is cleaner. These are estimates from published nutrition data and disclosed oils; preparation varies by location.

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Why 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 Stewart's Shops 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 Stewart's Shops fry in?

Stewart's Shops fries in soybean and canola oil. In detail: soybean/canola (used in mayo-based cold items, dough, and any fried bakery items like donuts/fritters); most grill items are roller-grilled (no added fryer oil) and pizza/breakfast items are oven-baked, not deep-fried; exact fryer oil type not published by Stewart's.

Does Stewart's Shops use seed oils?

Yes. Stewart's Shops fries in soybean and canola oil. Its seed oil grade is B, about 5.8 g of polyunsaturated fat per menu item.

Does Stewart's Shops use beef tallow?

No. Stewart's Shops fries in soybean and canola oil, not beef tallow.

Does Stewart's Shops use peanut oil?

Not that we can find. Stewart's Shops fries in soybean and canola 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 Stewart's Shops?

Roller Grill Hot Dog (4.0 g of polyunsaturated fat). Next: Ham and Cheese Sub (5.0 g) and Cheese Pizza Slice (6.0 g).

Which Stewart's Shops item has the most seed oil?

Spicy & Crispy Chicken Sandwich, at about 11.0 g of polyunsaturated fat as listed.

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