Arctic Circle Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Arctic Circle cooks with: Soybean oil (frying); fry sauce = mayo (soybean oil) + ketchup. Across the 77 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.4g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
Safest Orders at Arctic Circle
| Lime Rickey | 0.0g PUFA |
| Lime Squeeze | 0.0g PUFA |
| Fountain Drink | 0.0g PUFA |
| Side Salad | 1.0g PUFA |
| Ice Cream Cone | 1.0g PUFA |
What to Avoid at Arctic Circle
| Halibut n Fries | 20.0g PUFA |
| 1 pc Halibut 3 pc Shrimp n Fries | 20.0g PUFA |
| Chicken Strip Basket (5 pc) | 19.0g PUFA |
| Chicken Tenders n Fries (3 pc) | 19.0g PUFA |
| 5 pc Shrimp n Fries | 18.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Arctic Circle use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Arctic Circle cooks with: Soybean oil (frying); fry sauce = mayo (soybean oil) + ketchup. Across the 77 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.4g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Arctic Circle cook with?
Our research indicates: Soybean oil (frying); fry sauce = mayo (soybean oil) + ketchup. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Arctic Circle use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Arctic Circle cooks with Soybean oil (frying); fry sauce = mayo (soybean oil) + ketchup, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Arctic Circle seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Arctic Circle cooks with Soybean oil (frying); fry sauce = mayo (soybean oil) + ketchup, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Arctic Circle?
Lime Rickey is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Arctic Circle, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Arctic Circle?
Halibut n Fries is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Arctic Circle, at an estimated 20.0g 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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