What oil does Maggiano's Little Italy fry in?
Maggiano's Little Italy most likely fries in soybean oil, but the chain has not confirmed it.
In detail: Fryer: 100% soybean oil, disclosed (maggianos.com FAQ and the 3.26 allergen guide: 'our fried items are prepared in 100% soybean oil', Brinker-wide since 2004). Saute and dressing oil undisclosed; the chain's own salad panels argue for a canola-type dressing oil (Caesar 8 g sat on 70 g fat WITH aged Parmesan in it, i.e. the dressing oil itself runs ~7% saturated; Italian Chopped 14%), so dressings are modelled as a low-saturated vegetable oil rather than olive. Cream/butter sauces are dairy fat. Nutrition guide edition 3/17/26.
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Build my orderMaggiano's Little Italy at a glance
| Fry oil (US) | Soybean oil (estimated) |
| Seed oils | Yes |
| Beef tallow | No |
| Peanut oil | No |
| Seed oil grade | D (8.8 g average per item, 118 items) |
| Is it a seed oil? | Soybean oil: Yes |
The 5 cleanest things to order at Maggiano's Little Italy
Learn this once: a salad with grilled protein and the dressing left off is nearly always the lowest seed oil order anywhere. So the list below sticks to real meals, salads included, never just a water.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Chicken & Spinach Manicotti | 2.0g |
| Veal Piccata | 2.0g |
| Veal Marsala | 2.0g |
| Center-Cut Filet Mignon | 2.2g |
| Angel Hair Aglio Olio | 3.0g |
Lower PUFA is cleaner. These are estimates from published nutrition data and disclosed oils; preparation varies by location.
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Build my orderWhy the frying oil matters
Most fast-food chains fry in seed oils like soybean, canola, corn, or a blend of them, which are high in polyunsaturated fat (PUFA). A handful still use beef tallow or other stable fats, which are far lower in PUFA. The oil a kitchen fries in is the single biggest driver of how much seed oil ends up on your plate. See the full breakdown on the Maggiano's Little Italy report card, or where it lands on the Seed Oil Index. See which chains fry in real fats on Tallow Watch.
Frequently asked
What oil does Maggiano's Little Italy fry in?
Maggiano's Little Italy most likely fries in soybean oil, but the chain has not confirmed it. In detail: Fryer: 100% soybean oil, disclosed (maggianos.com FAQ and the 3.26 allergen guide: 'our fried items are prepared in 100% soybean oil', Brinker-wide since 2004). Saute and dressing oil undisclosed; the chain's own salad panels argue for a canola-type dressing oil (Caesar 8 g sat on 70 g fat WITH aged Parmesan in it, i.e. the dressing oil itself runs ~7% saturated; Italian Chopped 14%), so dressings are modelled as a low-saturated vegetable oil rather than olive. Cream/butter sauces are dairy fat. Nutrition guide edition 3/17/26.
Does Maggiano's Little Italy use seed oils?
Yes. Maggiano's Little Italy most likely fries in soybean oil. The chain has not confirmed it. Its seed oil grade is D, about 8.8 g of polyunsaturated fat per menu item.
Does Maggiano's Little Italy use beef tallow?
No. Maggiano's Little Italy most likely fries in soybean oil, not beef tallow. The chain has not confirmed it.
Does Maggiano's Little Italy use peanut oil?
Not that we can find. Maggiano's Little Italy most likely fries in soybean oil. The chain has not confirmed it. If you have a peanut allergy, ask the restaurant directly, because oils and suppliers can vary by location.
What is the lowest seed oil order at Maggiano's Little Italy?
Center-Cut Filet Mignon (2.2 g of polyunsaturated fat). Next: Roman-Style Flatbread Margherita (3.6 g) and Mom's Lasagna (4.0 g).
Which Maggiano's Little Italy item has the most seed oil?
Zucchini Fritté, at about 73.7 g of polyunsaturated fat as listed.