Nick the Greek Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Nick the Greek cooks with: Canola or soybean oil for fries; olive oil on salads and rice; beef/lamb rendered fat in gyro meat; canola likely used for falafel frying. Across the 61 menu items we analyzed, it averages 3.5g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
Safest Orders at Nick the Greek
| Fountain Drink | 0.0g PUFA |
| Froyo (plain) | 0.0g PUFA |
| Tzatziki Sauce | 0.0g PUFA |
| Spicy Yogurt Sauce | 0.0g PUFA |
| Feta Sauce | 0.0g PUFA |
What to Avoid at Nick the Greek
| Tahini Crunch Salad | 12.0g PUFA |
| Loaded Fries (gyro meat + tzatziki) | 10.0g PUFA |
| Seasoned Fries | 9.0g PUFA |
| Fries | 8.0g PUFA |
| Chopped Salad | 7.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Nick the Greek use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Nick the Greek cooks with: Canola or soybean oil for fries; olive oil on salads and rice; beef/lamb rendered fat in gyro meat; canola likely used for falafel frying. Across the 61 menu items we analyzed, it averages 3.5g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
What oil does Nick the Greek cook with?
Our research indicates: Canola or soybean oil for fries; olive oil on salads and rice; beef/lamb rendered fat in gyro meat; canola likely used for falafel frying. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Nick the Greek use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Nick the Greek cooks with Canola or soybean oil for fries; olive oil on salads and rice; beef/lamb rendered fat in gyro meat; canola likely used for falafel frying, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Nick the Greek seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Nick the Greek cooks with Canola or soybean oil for fries; olive oil on salads and rice; beef/lamb rendered fat in gyro meat; canola likely used for falafel frying, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Nick the Greek?
Fountain Drink is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Nick the Greek, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Nick the Greek?
Tahini Crunch Salad is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Nick the Greek, at an estimated 12.0g 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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