Texas Roadhouse Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Texas Roadhouse cooks with: Soybean oil (disclosed in TRH allergen/ingredient guide; used for all frying including Cactus Blossom, Chicken Critters, Fried Pickles, Steak Fries). Across the 82 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.4g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
Safest Orders at Texas Roadhouse
| Applesauce | 0.0g PUFA |
| Iced Tea | 0.0g PUFA |
| Lemonade | 0.0g PUFA |
| Soft Drink | 0.0g PUFA |
| Milk | 0.0g PUFA |
What to Avoid at Texas Roadhouse
| Fried Pickles | 24.0g PUFA |
| Chicken Critters (dinner) | 24.0g PUFA |
| Country Fried Sirloin | 22.0g PUFA |
| Rattlesnake Bites | 21.0g PUFA |
| Cactus Blossom | 18.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Texas Roadhouse use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Texas Roadhouse cooks with: Soybean oil (disclosed in TRH allergen/ingredient guide; used for all frying including Cactus Blossom, Chicken Critters, Fried Pickles, Steak Fries). Across the 82 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.4g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Texas Roadhouse cook with?
Our research indicates: Soybean oil (disclosed in TRH allergen/ingredient guide; used for all frying including Cactus Blossom, Chicken Critters, Fried Pickles, Steak Fries). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Texas Roadhouse use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Texas Roadhouse cooks with Soybean oil (disclosed in TRH allergen/ingredient guide; used for all frying including Cactus Blossom, Chicken Critters, Fried Pickles, Steak Fries), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Texas Roadhouse seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Texas Roadhouse cooks with Soybean oil (disclosed in TRH allergen/ingredient guide; used for all frying including Cactus Blossom, Chicken Critters, Fried Pickles, Steak Fries), which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Texas Roadhouse?
Applesauce is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Texas Roadhouse, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Texas Roadhouse?
Fried Pickles is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Texas Roadhouse, 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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See where Texas Roadhouse lands on the full Seed Oil Index, or check which chains cook in real fats on Tallow Watch.