How to Find Seed Oil-Free Restaraunts
How to Find Seed Oil-Free Restaurants (At Home & On the Road)
Let’s be honest—eating out while staying committed to a clean, healing lifestyle can be a challenge. Between hidden sugars, additives, and cheap cooking oils, even “healthy” restaurant meals often fall short. One of the biggest culprits? Industrial seed oils.
These oils (think canola, soybean, corn, and sunflower) are everywhere—yet they are one of the most inflammatory and disruptive ingredients in our modern food supply. The good news? More and more restaurants are catching on—and you don’t have to compromise your health when dining out.
Here’s your guide to enjoying meals out—without the seed oils.
Why We Care So Much About Seed Oils
At LIFEstrength, we’re all about root causes—and seed oils are at the root of many modern-day chronic health issues. These ultra-processed oils weren’t part of the human diet until just over 100 years ago, and they’re now found in everything from French fries to baby formula.
What makes them so harmful?
• They’re high in linoleic acid, a fragile omega-6 fat that oxidizes easily, especially when heated.
• This leads to toxic byproducts that damage mitochondria and inflame your cells.
• The omega-6 to omega-3 ratio in the average diet is now up to 20:1 or even 50:1—far from the healthy 1:1 ratio our ancestors enjoyed and our long term health desires.
High seed oil consumption has been linked to:
• Obesity and Diabetes
• Autoimmune Diseases
• Cardiovascular Issues
• Cognitive Decline and Mood Disorders
And because many restaurants reuse their frying oil, the oxidative stress from these oils only worsens.
The Seed Oil-Free Movement Is Growing
Thankfully, there’s a shift happening. Forward-thinking restaurants are beginning to say no to seed oils and yes to traditional, nutrient-dense fats like tallow, butter, olive oil, and avocado oil.
• Steak ‘n Shake is now frying in 100% beef tallow.
• Sweetgreen announced a seed oil-free menu.
• True Food Kitchen now primarily uses olive and avocado oils.
Even big brands are taking notice—and you can use this momentum to support better options in your community.
Tools to Help You Find Clean Restaurants
Here are two powerful (and easy) tools to help you find seed oil-free options:
A paid app designed to help you find restaurants that cook without seed oils. You can filter by location, ingredients, and even look for grass-fed meats and gluten-free options.
2. Local Fats
This free global database maps restaurants that use real cooking fats like butter, coconut oil, olive oil, lard, ghee, duck fat, or tallow. It’s a great place to start your seed oil-free food journey, especially while traveling.
Turn Any Meal Out into a Healthier One
Can’t find a seed oil-free restaurant? No problem—just speak up! Most restaurants are happy to accommodate if you politely ask for your meal to be cooked in:
• Butter
• Olive oil
• Avocado oil
• Ghee
• Tallow (if they have it)
You can also choose restaurant types that naturally steer clear of seed oils:
• Steakhouses & BBQ joints (stick to grilled meats and veggies)
• Sushi restaurants (most rolls and sashimi are seed oil-free)
• Farm-to-table cafés (often source high-quality ingredients and fats)
• Smoothie bars and juice cafés (many don’t use added fats at all)
Dining Out Shouldn’t Derail Your Wellness
Here’s the truth: eating out should nourish both your body and your relationships. With a little planning and awareness, you can enjoy meals with your family, support your health, and feel empowered doing it.
At LIFEstrength Health Center, we believe in creating a culture of real food, real health, and real connection to our community, our friends and mother nature—and it starts with simple, intentional choices like removing seed oils from your plate.
If you’re not sure where to start or want personalized guidance, come visit us at LIFEstrength. We’re here to walk with you, one nourishing meal at a time.
God Bless You,
Dr. Cade & Coach Cason
The LIFEstrength Health Center Team