What oil does Texas Roadhouse fry in?
Texas Roadhouse cooks with soybean oil.
In detail: Soybean oil (disclosed in TRH allergen/ingredient guide; used for all frying including Cactus Blossom, Chicken Critters, Fried Pickles, Steak Fries).
Source: Texas Roadhouse Nutrition and Allergens, October 15, 2026. Texas Roadhouse cooks with 100% refined soybean oil.
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Build my orderTexas Roadhouse at a glance
| Fry oil (US) | Soybean oil |
| Seed oils | Yes |
| Beef tallow | No |
| Peanut oil | No |
| Seed oil grade | D (8.5 g average per item, 147 items) |
| Last checked | October 15, 2026 |
| Is it a seed oil? | Soybean oil: Yes |
The 5 cleanest things to order at Texas Roadhouse
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 |
|---|---|
| Hand-Cut Sirloin 6oz | 0.4g |
| Sirloin Steak (8 oz) | 0.5g |
| Dallas Filet 6oz | 0.6g |
| Texas Red Chili with Beans Cup | 0.6g |
| USDA Choice Sirloin 11oz | 0.7g |
Lower PUFA is cleaner. These are estimates from published nutrition data and disclosed oils; preparation varies by location.
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Build my orderWhat oil do other chains like Texas Roadhouse use?
- What oil does Outback Steakhouse use? Beef tallow
- What oil does LongHorn Steakhouse use? Soybean oil
- What oil does Logan's Roadhouse use? Soybean oil
- What oil does Ponderosa Steakhouse use? Soybean and corn oil (estimated)
- What oil does Golden Corral use? Soybean oil
- What oil does Billy Sims BBQ use? Soybean oil
- What oil does Soulman's Bar-B-Que use? Soybean oil (estimated)
- What oil does 4 Rivers Smokehouse use? Soybean oil
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 Texas Roadhouse 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 Texas Roadhouse fry in?
Texas Roadhouse cooks with soybean oil. In detail: Soybean oil (disclosed in TRH allergen/ingredient guide; used for all frying including Cactus Blossom, Chicken Critters, Fried Pickles, Steak Fries).
Does Texas Roadhouse use seed oils?
Yes. Texas Roadhouse cooks with soybean oil. Its seed oil grade is D, about 8.5 g of polyunsaturated fat per menu item.
Does Texas Roadhouse use beef tallow?
No. Texas Roadhouse cooks with soybean oil, not beef tallow.
Does Texas Roadhouse use peanut oil?
Not that we can find. Texas Roadhouse cooks with 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 Texas Roadhouse?
Sirloin Steak (8 oz) (0.5 g of polyunsaturated fat). Next: Dallas Filet 6oz (0.6 g) and Dallas Filet 8oz (0.8 g).
Which Texas Roadhouse item has the most seed oil?
Fried Catfish - 4 Piece, at about 55.8 g of polyunsaturated fat as listed.