Archie's UK Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Archie's UK cooks with: sunflower oil (fryer, typical of independent UK fried-chicken/smash-burger chains; not publicly published by Archie's — allergen chart does not itemise oil, so confidence is medium). Across the 38 menu items we analyzed, it averages 9.8g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of D (Very High Risk).
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Safest Orders at Archie's UK
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.
Cleanest full order: The Falafel + Archie's Cola, 7.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Irn Bru | 0.0g |
| Kinder Rocher Waffle | 5.0g |
| Snowflake Waffle | 5.0g |
| Cookie Monster Waffle | 5.0g |
| Lil Star | 6.0g |
What to Avoid at Archie's UK
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| BBQ Bacon Fries | 18.0g |
| Hot Cheese Fries | 17.0g |
| Crinkle Fries | 16.0g |
| Nashville Wrap | 16.0g |
| The Nashville Hot | 16.0g |
Every Archie's UK item, ranked
All 38 items we have for Archie's UK, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Pink Lemonade | 0.0g |
| Irn Bru | 0.0g |
| Archie's Cola | 0.0g |
| Softie Ice Cream | 2.0g |
| Archie's Shake | 3.0g |
| Million Dollar Shake | 3.0g |
| Lotus Shake | 3.0g |
| Kinder Rocher Waffle | 5.0g |
| Snowflake Waffle | 5.0g |
| Cookie Monster Waffle | 5.0g |
| Lil Star | 6.0g |
| Falafel Wrap | 7.0g |
| The Falafel | 7.0g |
| Peri Chicken | 7.0g |
| Superstar | 8.0g |
| Spicy Peri Wrap | 8.0g |
| The Falloumi | 8.0g |
| Royale With Cheese | 9.0g |
| Route 66 | 9.0g |
| Sweet Alabama | 10.0g |
| LA Burger | 10.0g |
| The Good Burger | 12.0g |
| Mac & Cheese Bites | 13.0g |
| Chicken Wings | 14.0g |
| Archie's Tots | 14.0g |
| Hot Chick | 15.0g |
| Chicken Deluxe | 15.0g |
| Cheesy Tots | 15.0g |
| BBQ Jerk Wrap | 15.0g |
| Truffle Fries | 15.0g |
| Chicken Supreme Wrap | 15.0g |
| Crinkle Fries | 16.0g |
| Nashville Wrap | 16.0g |
| The Nashville Hot | 16.0g |
| Chicken Cheetos | 16.0g |
| Chicken Tenders | 16.0g |
| Hot Cheese Fries | 17.0g |
| BBQ Bacon Fries | 18.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Archie's UK use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Archie's UK cooks with: sunflower oil (fryer, typical of independent UK fried-chicken/smash-burger chains; not publicly published by Archie's — allergen chart does not itemise oil, so confidence is medium). Across the 38 menu items we analyzed, it averages 9.8g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of D (Very High Risk).
What oil does Archie's UK cook with?
Our research indicates: sunflower oil (fryer, typical of independent UK fried-chicken/smash-burger chains; not publicly published by Archie's — allergen chart does not itemise oil, so confidence is medium). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Archie's UK use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Archie's UK cooks with sunflower oil (fryer, typical of independent UK fried-chicken/smash-burger chains; not publicly published by Archie's — allergen chart does not itemise oil, so confidence is medium), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Archie's UK seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Archie's UK cooks with sunflower oil (fryer, typical of independent UK fried-chicken/smash-burger chains; not publicly published by Archie's — allergen chart does not itemise oil, so confidence is medium), which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Archie's UK?
Irn Bru is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Archie's UK, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Archie's UK?
BBQ Bacon Fries is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Archie's UK, at an estimated 18.0g PUFA. Fried items and creamy, mayo-based sauces are usually the heaviest.
What are seed oils?
Seed oils — canola, soybean, sunflower, corn, and similar vegetable oils — are extracted from seeds using high heat and chemical solvents. They are very high in polyunsaturated fats (PUFAs), which are unstable at cooking temperatures and can oxidize easily. Many health-conscious eaters choose to minimize seed oils and prefer foods cooked in beef tallow, butter, coconut oil, or olive oil instead. This page shows estimated PUFA grams per menu item to help you make more informed choices. These are estimates — actual values vary by preparation and location. New to the topic? Start with what seed oils are and the complete list, or read the evidence on why people avoid them.
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