Tops Pizza UK Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Tops Pizza UK cooks with: rapeseed/sunflower vegetable oil in the dough, garlic butter spread and mayo-based dips; breaded chicken, mozzarella sticks, wedges, curly fries and onion rings are par-fried in vegetable oil at the factory then finished in the pizza oven in store (no in-store deep fryer). Chain publishes an allergen page but no oil statement, so the UK rapeseed/sunflower default is assumed. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.9g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
Safest Orders at Tops Pizza 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: Original Margherita Pizza + Ben & Jerry's Cookie Dough Ice Cream, 6.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Original Margherita Pizza | 5.0g |
| Hawaiian Pizza | 6.0g |
| Vegi Lover Pizza | 6.0g |
| Chicken Lover Pizza | 7.0g |
| Seafood Pizza | 7.0g |
What to Avoid at Tops Pizza UK
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Kickin Chicken | 13.0g |
| TopCorn Chicken | 13.0g |
| Chicken Dippers | 12.0g |
| Curly Fries | 12.0g |
| Chicken Nuggets | 11.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Tops Pizza UK use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Tops Pizza UK cooks with: rapeseed/sunflower vegetable oil in the dough, garlic butter spread and mayo-based dips; breaded chicken, mozzarella sticks, wedges, curly fries and onion rings are par-fried in vegetable oil at the factory then finished in the pizza oven in store (no in-store deep fryer). Chain publishes an allergen page but no oil statement, so the UK rapeseed/sunflower default is assumed. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.9g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does Tops Pizza UK cook with?
Our research indicates: rapeseed/sunflower vegetable oil in the dough, garlic butter spread and mayo-based dips; breaded chicken, mozzarella sticks, wedges, curly fries and onion rings are par-fried in vegetable oil at the factory then finished in the pizza oven in store (no in-store deep fryer). Chain publishes an allergen page but no oil statement, so the UK rapeseed/sunflower default is assumed. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Tops Pizza UK use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Tops Pizza UK cooks with rapeseed/sunflower vegetable oil in the dough, garlic butter spread and mayo-based dips; breaded chicken, mozzarella sticks, wedges, curly fries and onion rings are par-fried in vegetable oil at the factory then finished in the pizza oven in store (no in-store deep fryer). Chain publishes an allergen page but no oil statement, so the UK rapeseed/sunflower default is assumed, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Tops Pizza UK seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Tops Pizza UK cooks with rapeseed/sunflower vegetable oil in the dough, garlic butter spread and mayo-based dips; breaded chicken, mozzarella sticks, wedges, curly fries and onion rings are par-fried in vegetable oil at the factory then finished in the pizza oven in store (no in-store deep fryer). Chain publishes an allergen page but no oil statement, so the UK rapeseed/sunflower default is assumed, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Tops Pizza UK?
Original Margherita Pizza is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Tops Pizza UK, at an estimated 5.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Tops Pizza UK?
Kickin Chicken is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Tops Pizza UK, at an estimated 13.0g 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 Tops Pizza 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.