What oil does The Capital Grille fry in?
The Capital Grille fries in soybean oil.
In detail: Dry-aged steaks broiled/hand-carved and finished with butter (low-PUFA beef fat + butter); fryer is 100% soybean oil per the official allergen guide (thecapitalgrille.com nutrition/allergen PDF, valid 08.24.26; the same statement appeared in the 07.01.26 edition).
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Build my orderThe Capital Grille at a glance
| Fry oil (US) | Soybean oil |
| Seed oils | Yes |
| Beef tallow | Yes |
| Peanut oil | No |
| Seed oil grade | D (9.0 g average per item, 88 items) |
| Is it a seed oil? | Soybean oil: Yes |
The 5 cleanest things to order at The Capital Grille
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 |
|---|---|
| Shrimp/Prawn Cocktail (5) | 0.1g |
| Fresh Oysters On The Half Shell (6) | 0.2g |
| Cold Shellfish Platter | 0.5g |
| Butternut Squash Bisque with Curried Apples (Cup) | 0.7g |
| Porcini-Rubbed Lollipop Lamb Chops (2) | 0.7g |
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 The Capital Grille 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 The Capital Grille fry in?
The Capital Grille fries in soybean oil. In detail: Dry-aged steaks broiled/hand-carved and finished with butter (low-PUFA beef fat + butter); fryer is 100% soybean oil per the official allergen guide (thecapitalgrille.com nutrition/allergen PDF, valid 08.24.26; the same statement appeared in the 07.01.26 edition).
Does The Capital Grille use seed oils?
Yes. The Capital Grille fries in soybean oil. Its seed oil grade is D, about 9.0 g of polyunsaturated fat per menu item.
Does The Capital Grille use beef tallow?
Yes, at least for some items. Our notes: Dry-aged steaks broiled/hand-carved and finished with butter (low-PUFA beef fat + butter); fryer is 100% soybean oil per the official allergen guide (thecapitalgrille.com nutrition/allergen PDF, valid 08.24.26; the same statement appeared in the 07.01.26 edition).
Does The Capital Grille use peanut oil?
Not that we can find. The Capital Grille fries in soybean oil. 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 The Capital Grille?
Cold Shellfish Platter (0.5 g of polyunsaturated fat). Next: Butternut Squash Bisque with Curried Apples (Bowl) (1.0 g) and New England Clam Chowder (Bowl) (1.2 g).
Which The Capital Grille item has the most seed oil?
Soy Glazed Brussels Sprouts with Bacon, at about 58.8 g of polyunsaturated fat as listed.