What oil does Tubby's fry in?
Tubby's most likely fries in soybean oil, but the chain has not confirmed it.
In detail: butter/margarine blend (griddle); soybean oil (fryer) — no official allergen PDF found publicly; assumption consistent with Michigan sub shop norms and third-party tracker data showing soy allergen flags on fried items.
Ordering at Tubby's? Build your meal in the app and see its seed oil total before you pay.
Build my orderTubby's at a glance
| Fry oil (US) | Soybean oil (estimated) |
| Seed oils | Yes |
| Beef tallow | No |
| Peanut oil | No |
| Seed oil grade | C (6.4 g average per item, 131 items) |
| Is it a seed oil? | Soybean oil: Yes |
The 5 cleanest things to order at Tubby'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 |
|---|---|
| Garden Salad | 0.0g |
| Grilled Chicken Sub (Small) | 1.3g |
| Chef Salad | 1.4g |
| Ham N Cheese Jr. | 1.6g |
| Hot Veggie Stir Fry Sub (Small) | 1.7g |
Lower PUFA is cleaner. These are estimates from published nutrition data and disclosed oils; preparation varies by location.
Build your Tubby's order
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 Tubby'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 Tubby's fry in?
Tubby's most likely fries in soybean oil, but the chain has not confirmed it. In detail: butter/margarine blend (griddle); soybean oil (fryer) — no official allergen PDF found publicly; assumption consistent with Michigan sub shop norms and third-party tracker data showing soy allergen flags on fried items.
Does Tubby's use seed oils?
Yes. Tubby's most likely fries in soybean oil. The chain has not confirmed it. Its seed oil grade is C, about 6.4 g of polyunsaturated fat per menu item.
Does Tubby's use beef tallow?
No. Tubby's most likely fries in soybean oil, not beef tallow. The chain has not confirmed it.
Does Tubby's use peanut oil?
Not that we can find. Tubby'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 Tubby's?
Garden Salad (0.0 g of polyunsaturated fat). Next: Grilled Chicken Sub (Small) (1.3 g) and Chef Salad (1.4 g).
Which Tubby's item has the most seed oil?
Traditional Chicken Wings, at about 28.1 g of polyunsaturated fat as listed.