Beau Jo's Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Beau Jo's cooks with: Olive oil confirmed in dough (3 tbsp per batch per official recipe/blog); wings are baked not fried per multiple sources; no deep fryer oil confirmed; nachos use pre-manufactured chips (corn/soybean oil); no canola frying oil confirmed at restaurant level. Across the 78 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.5g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
Safest Orders at Beau Jo's
| Soft Drink | 0.0g PUFA |
| Lemonade | 0.0g PUFA |
| Iced Tea | 0.0g PUFA |
| Beer (draft) | 0.0g PUFA |
| Vanilla Ice Cream Cup | 1.0g PUFA |
What to Avoid at Beau Jo's
| Chicken Wings (18 pc) | 24.0g PUFA |
| Mountain Pie (5 lb) - Cheese | 20.0g PUFA |
| Prairie Pie (X-Large) - Cheese | 16.0g PUFA |
| Chicken Wings (12 pc) | 16.0g PUFA |
| Mountain Pie (3 lb) - Cheese | 14.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Beau Jo's use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Beau Jo's cooks with: Olive oil confirmed in dough (3 tbsp per batch per official recipe/blog); wings are baked not fried per multiple sources; no deep fryer oil confirmed; nachos use pre-manufactured chips (corn/soybean oil); no canola frying oil confirmed at restaurant level. Across the 78 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.5g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Beau Jo's cook with?
Our research indicates: Olive oil confirmed in dough (3 tbsp per batch per official recipe/blog); wings are baked not fried per multiple sources; no deep fryer oil confirmed; nachos use pre-manufactured chips (corn/soybean oil); no canola frying oil confirmed at restaurant level. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Beau Jo's use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Beau Jo's cooks with Olive oil confirmed in dough (3 tbsp per batch per official recipe/blog); wings are baked not fried per multiple sources; no deep fryer oil confirmed; nachos use pre-manufactured chips (corn/soybean oil); no canola frying oil confirmed at restaurant level, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Beau Jo's seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Beau Jo's cooks with Olive oil confirmed in dough (3 tbsp per batch per official recipe/blog); wings are baked not fried per multiple sources; no deep fryer oil confirmed; nachos use pre-manufactured chips (corn/soybean oil); no canola frying oil confirmed at restaurant level, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Beau Jo's?
Soft Drink is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Beau Jo's, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Beau Jo's?
Chicken Wings (18 pc) is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Beau Jo's, at an estimated 24.0g 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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