Mellow Mushroom Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Mellow Mushroom cooks with: olive oil (dough brush, finishing); soybean oil (wings fryer, dressings). Across the 128 menu items we analyzed, it averages 8.0g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
Safest Orders at Mellow Mushroom
| Soft Drink | 0.0g PUFA |
| Bottled Water | 0.0g PUFA |
| Sweet Tea | 0.0g PUFA |
| Lemonade | 0.0g PUFA |
| Red Bull | 0.0g PUFA |
What to Avoid at Mellow Mushroom
| Boneless Wings (15 pc) | 26.0g PUFA |
| House Special Pizza (Large) | 24.0g PUFA |
| Mighty Meaty Pizza (Large) | 23.0g PUFA |
| The Steakhouse Pizza (Large) | 22.0g PUFA |
| Buffalo Chicken Pizza (Large) | 21.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Mellow Mushroom use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Mellow Mushroom cooks with: olive oil (dough brush, finishing); soybean oil (wings fryer, dressings). Across the 128 menu items we analyzed, it averages 8.0g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does Mellow Mushroom cook with?
Our research indicates: olive oil (dough brush, finishing); soybean oil (wings fryer, dressings). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Mellow Mushroom use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Mellow Mushroom cooks with olive oil (dough brush, finishing); soybean oil (wings fryer, dressings), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Mellow Mushroom seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Mellow Mushroom cooks with olive oil (dough brush, finishing); soybean oil (wings fryer, dressings), which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Mellow Mushroom?
Soft Drink is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Mellow Mushroom, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Mellow Mushroom?
Boneless Wings (15 pc) is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Mellow Mushroom, at an estimated 26.0g 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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