Chef & Brewer UK Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Chef & Brewer UK cooks with: rapeseed/vegetable oil in the fryers and for roasting (Greene King managed-pub standard, same kitchen spec as Hungry Horse); bought-in coated products (scampi, calamari, whitebait, goujons) are par-fried in a sunflower or rapeseed blend before the pub fryer; portions are large, so fried mains carry a lot of fryer oil. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 8.0g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of D (Very High Risk).
Safest Orders at Chef & Brewer 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: Sirloin 8oz + Sticky Toffee Pudding, 8.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Pint of Lager | 0.0g |
| Garden Peas | 1.0g |
| Mushy Peas | 1.0g |
| Chef's Soup of the Day | 2.0g |
| Mac 'n' Cheese | 3.0g |
What to Avoid at Chef & Brewer UK
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Signature Fish and Chips | 22.0g |
| Devilled Whitebait | 18.0g |
| Gourmet Chicken Burger | 17.0g |
| Cod & Chips | 16.0g |
| Wholetail Scampi | 15.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Chef & Brewer UK use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Chef & Brewer UK cooks with: rapeseed/vegetable oil in the fryers and for roasting (Greene King managed-pub standard, same kitchen spec as Hungry Horse); bought-in coated products (scampi, calamari, whitebait, goujons) are par-fried in a sunflower or rapeseed blend before the pub fryer; portions are large, so fried mains carry a lot of fryer oil. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 8.0g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of D (Very High Risk).
What oil does Chef & Brewer UK cook with?
Our research indicates: rapeseed/vegetable oil in the fryers and for roasting (Greene King managed-pub standard, same kitchen spec as Hungry Horse); bought-in coated products (scampi, calamari, whitebait, goujons) are par-fried in a sunflower or rapeseed blend before the pub fryer; portions are large, so fried mains carry a lot of fryer oil. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Chef & Brewer UK use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Chef & Brewer UK cooks with rapeseed/vegetable oil in the fryers and for roasting (Greene King managed-pub standard, same kitchen spec as Hungry Horse); bought-in coated products (scampi, calamari, whitebait, goujons) are par-fried in a sunflower or rapeseed blend before the pub fryer; portions are large, so fried mains carry a lot of fryer oil, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Chef & Brewer UK seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Chef & Brewer UK cooks with rapeseed/vegetable oil in the fryers and for roasting (Greene King managed-pub standard, same kitchen spec as Hungry Horse); bought-in coated products (scampi, calamari, whitebait, goujons) are par-fried in a sunflower or rapeseed blend before the pub fryer; portions are large, so fried mains carry a lot of fryer oil, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Chef & Brewer UK?
Pint of Lager is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Chef & Brewer UK, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Chef & Brewer UK?
Signature Fish and Chips is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Chef & Brewer UK, at an estimated 22.0g 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. Curious why people avoid them? Read the evidence.
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See where Chef & Brewer UK lands on the full Seed Oil Index, or check which chains cook in real fats on Tallow Watch. Wondering about a specific dish instead? The Is It Seed Oil food guide answers it for 200+ everyday foods, and the distributor oils page covers what independent restaurants fry in.