What oil does Shoney's fry in?
Shoney's most likely fries in soybean oil, but the chain has not confirmed it.
In detail: soybean oil assumed for fryer (not disclosed on shoneys.com; soybean is the dominant U.S. casual-dining fryer oil, ~70% market share); griddle items use liquid margarine/vegetable oil blend.
Ordering at Shoney's? Build your meal in the app and see its seed oil total before you pay.
Build my orderShoney's at a glance
| Fry oil (US) | Soybean oil (estimated) |
| Seed oils | Yes |
| Beef tallow | No |
| Peanut oil | No |
| Seed oil grade | F (17.0 g average per item, 41 items) |
| Is it a seed oil? | Soybean oil: Yes |
The 5 cleanest things to order at Shoney's
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 |
|---|---|
| Liver & Onions | 4.0g |
| Breakfast Bar Plate (Eggs, Bacon, Hash Browns) | 8.0g |
| Cobb Salad | 8.8g |
| Crispy Chicken Sandwich | 10.0g |
| Caesar Salad | 10.1g |
Lower PUFA is cleaner. These are estimates from published nutrition data and disclosed oils; preparation varies by location.
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Pick your meal, sides, sauces and drink in the app and see your seed oil total before you order. It logs to your day in one tap. Free on iPhone and Android.
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 Shoney's 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 Shoney's fry in?
Shoney's most likely fries in soybean oil, but the chain has not confirmed it. In detail: soybean oil assumed for fryer (not disclosed on shoneys.com; soybean is the dominant U.S. casual-dining fryer oil, ~70% market share); griddle items use liquid margarine/vegetable oil blend.
Does Shoney's use seed oils?
Yes. Shoney's most likely fries in soybean oil. The chain has not confirmed it. Its seed oil grade is F, about 17.0 g of polyunsaturated fat per menu item.
Does Shoney's use beef tallow?
No. Shoney's most likely fries in soybean oil, not beef tallow. The chain has not confirmed it.
Does Shoney's use peanut oil?
Not that we can find. Shoney's 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 Shoney's?
Cobb Salad (8.8 g of polyunsaturated fat). Next: Crispy Chicken Sandwich (10.0 g) and Caesar Salad (10.1 g).
Which Shoney's item has the most seed oil?
Fish 'N Chips Platter, at about 66.0 g of polyunsaturated fat as listed.