Crosstown UK Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Crosstown UK cooks with: British rapeseed oil (all doughnuts deep-fried; vegan range fried in separate rapeseed oil). Dairy doughnuts use butter/cream fillings; gelato is dairy-based (low PUFA).. Across the 36 menu items we analyzed, it averages 2.3g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
Safest Orders at Crosstown 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: Tongan Vanilla Bean Glaze Doughnut + Iced Coffee, 5.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Vegan Mango Sorbetto | 0.0g |
| Flat White | 0.0g |
| Peach & Lavender Cremino Gelato | 0.5g |
| Vanilla Gelato | 0.5g |
| Iced Chocolate | 0.5g |
What to Avoid at Crosstown UK
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Peanut Butter and Blackcurrant Compote Doughnut | 8.0g |
| Biscotti Doughnut | 6.0g |
| Peanut Butter & Chocolate Cookie | 6.0g |
| Tongan Vanilla Bean Glaze Doughnut | 5.0g |
| Sri Lankan Cinnamon Sugar Doughnut | 5.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Crosstown UK use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Crosstown UK cooks with: British rapeseed oil (all doughnuts deep-fried; vegan range fried in separate rapeseed oil). Dairy doughnuts use butter/cream fillings; gelato is dairy-based (low PUFA).. Across the 36 menu items we analyzed, it averages 2.3g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
What oil does Crosstown UK cook with?
Our research indicates: British rapeseed oil (all doughnuts deep-fried; vegan range fried in separate rapeseed oil). Dairy doughnuts use butter/cream fillings; gelato is dairy-based (low PUFA).. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Crosstown UK use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Crosstown UK cooks with British rapeseed oil (all doughnuts deep-fried; vegan range fried in separate rapeseed oil). Dairy doughnuts use butter/cream fillings; gelato is dairy-based (low PUFA)., not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Crosstown UK seed oil free?
Largely yes. Our research indicates Crosstown UK cooks with British rapeseed oil (all doughnuts deep-fried; vegan range fried in separate rapeseed oil). Dairy doughnuts use butter/cream fillings; gelato is dairy-based (low PUFA)., which is not an industrial seed oil. Preparation can vary by location.
What is the safest thing to order at Crosstown UK?
Vegan Mango Sorbetto is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Crosstown UK, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Crosstown UK?
Peanut Butter and Blackcurrant Compote Doughnut is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Crosstown UK, at an estimated 8.0g 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 Crosstown 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.