Rosa's Cafe & Tortilla Factory Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Rosa's Cafe & Tortilla Factory cooks with: Soybean/vegetable oil (deep frying chips, crispy shells); shortening/lard blend (flour tortillas); dairy fat (queso, cheese); minimal oil (grilled fajita meat). Across the 99 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.4g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
Safest Orders at Rosa's Cafe & Tortilla Factory
| Coffee | 0.0g PUFA |
| Soft Drink | 0.0g PUFA |
| Tea | 0.0g PUFA |
| Orange Juice | 0.0g PUFA |
| Milk | 0.0g PUFA |
What to Avoid at Rosa's Cafe & Tortilla Factory
| Chips & Guacamole (Small) | 32.0g PUFA |
| Chips & Salsa (Small) | 29.0g PUFA |
| Chips & Queso (Small) | 26.0g PUFA |
| Beef Burrito Plate | 14.0g PUFA |
| Beef Fajita Plate | 14.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Rosa's Cafe & Tortilla Factory use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Rosa's Cafe & Tortilla Factory cooks with: Soybean/vegetable oil (deep frying chips, crispy shells); shortening/lard blend (flour tortillas); dairy fat (queso, cheese); minimal oil (grilled fajita meat). Across the 99 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.4g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Rosa's Cafe & Tortilla Factory cook with?
Our research indicates: Soybean/vegetable oil (deep frying chips, crispy shells); shortening/lard blend (flour tortillas); dairy fat (queso, cheese); minimal oil (grilled fajita meat). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Rosa's Cafe & Tortilla Factory use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Rosa's Cafe & Tortilla Factory cooks with Soybean/vegetable oil (deep frying chips, crispy shells); shortening/lard blend (flour tortillas); dairy fat (queso, cheese); minimal oil (grilled fajita meat), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Rosa's Cafe & Tortilla Factory seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Rosa's Cafe & Tortilla Factory cooks with Soybean/vegetable oil (deep frying chips, crispy shells); shortening/lard blend (flour tortillas); dairy fat (queso, cheese); minimal oil (grilled fajita meat), which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Rosa's Cafe & Tortilla Factory?
Coffee is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Rosa's Cafe & Tortilla Factory, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Rosa's Cafe & Tortilla Factory?
Chips & Guacamole (Small) is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Rosa's Cafe & Tortilla Factory, at an estimated 32.0g 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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