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How to order at Dairy Queen on a GLP-1

Dairy Queen is a treat-first chain, so the single biggest GLP-1 decision is the Blizzard, not the food. The savory menu is burgers, hot dogs and fried chicken strips, none of it lean: the leanest burger is a single Hamburger at 320 calories for 15 g of protein, and a single hamburger or Original Cheeseburger (320 to 370 calories) beats the triples and the loaded doubles every time, though a plain double Hamburger is the one step-up that still fits. If you want a treat, a kids-size cone or a small is the lever that keeps the day in check. Built from Dairy Queen's own published nutrition and Nishi's GLP-1 scoring lens.

Written for anyone eating on a GLP-1 like Ozempic, Mounjaro, or Wegovy. Every Dairy Queen order below is scored the same published way, from the restaurant's own published nutrition.

The move

Order a single Hamburger (320 calories, 15 g of protein) or Original Cheeseburger (370, 17 g); a plain double hamburger (460) is a reasonable step up, but skip the triples and the loaded bacon burgers, swap fries for a side salad, and if you want a treat get a kids or small size rather than a Blizzard; the chicken-strip baskets, cheese curds and triple burgers are the heavy end, and sodium runs high across the menu.

Not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Dairy Queen. "Dairy Queen" is a trademark of its owner, used here only to refer to the restaurant. Ozempic, Mounjaro, and Wegovy are trademarks of their respective owners, named only to describe the medicines many readers take. Nishi is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by any of them. Values as published by Dairy Queen through its Nutritionix brand portal (the data dairyqueen.com links to, Last Updated 07/18/2025), per listed item. This guide scores DQ's savory food only; the frozen treats (Blizzards, shakes, sundaes, cones, smoothies, cakes) are published as mix-in components without a soft-serve base, so a whole treat cannot be rebuilt from the data and they are not scored. Dairy Queen does not publish gram serving weights, so gram portions are not available. Beverages, cakes, the kids menu and topping-only rows are not included. Menus change; verify in the restaurant (updated Nutrition values as published in Dairy Queen's Nutritionix portal, Last Updated July 18, 2025; the featured items were re-checked against the live Dairy Queen menu on November 6, 2026, and items no longer on the national menu were removed).
The quick take

Dairy Queen is built around frozen treats, so the honest GLP-1 advice starts there: a Blizzard is a dessert-sized order on its own, and skipping it or getting a kids or small size is the single biggest lever at DQ. On the food side, nothing is truly lean. The leanest burger is a single Hamburger, 320 calories for 15 g of protein, and an Original Cheeseburger (370, 17 g) is the smart move over the double or triple cheeseburger (570 and 760). A plain double Hamburger (460 calories, 24 g) is the step up if you want more protein; the double cheeseburger has a little more (29 g) but tips over on fat, so skip it and the triples. The Wild Alaskan Fish Sandwich (420 calories, 17 g) is the one lighter non-burger sandwich. The chicken-strip baskets (1,020 to 1,480 calories), the chili cheese fries (990), the cheese curds (500 regular, 1,000 large) and the loaded triple burgers are the heavy end, and sodium runs high across the menu (most mains are 800 to 2,300 mg). Protein is modest everywhere here, so DQ is a treat stop to order carefully, not a high-protein one: get a single burger, swap fries for a side salad, and keep the treat small.

The savory menu, scored

Scored for whole meals, a gentler bar than single ingredients, since a balanced meal is naturally less protein-dense and fat only counts against it once it tops half the calories. Best fit first; re-sort by what matters today, and tap "Show the math" for the exact rule on any card. How we score.
Nishi's picks

Our best-fit orders for ordering on a GLP-1, from Dairy Queen's published nutrition. Re-sort them by what matters to you today.

Hamburger, DoubleGood fit
24 g protein · 460 cal · 36 g carbs · 25 g fat · 1 g fiber
24 g protein · lower fat
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Protein24 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density5.2 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat48.9% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density460 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1030 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

HamburgerGood fit
15 g protein · 320 cal · 36 g carbs · 13 g fat · 1 g fiber
15 g protein · lower fat
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Protein15 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density4.7 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat36.6% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density320 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium870 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Original Cheeseburger, SingleGood fit
17 g protein · 370 cal · 37 g carbs · 18 g fat · 1 g fiber
17 g protein · lower fat
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Protein17 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density4.6 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat43.8% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density370 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1120 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Pancake Platter with HamGood fit
18 g protein · 390 cal · 61 g carbs · 9 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: 1410 mg sodium
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Protein18 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density4.6 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat20.8% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density390 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1410 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Wild Alaskan Fish SandwichGood fit
17 g protein · 420 cal · 50 g carbs · 16 g fat · 1 g fiber
17 g protein · lower fat
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Protein17 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density4 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat34.3% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density420 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium960 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Side SaladGood fit
1 g protein · 20 cal · 4 g carbs · 0 g fat · 1 g fiber
1 g protein · lower fat
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Protein1 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density5 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat0% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density20 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium10 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

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Lower fit

Scored a lower fit for a GLP-1 pattern, whether for higher fat, a denser portion, or less protein per calorie. Some carry a lot of protein but enough fat or calories that our rubric still rates them a lower fit, so the number is not the whole story. Each shows the specific reason. For a better fit, see the orders above. How we score.
Hamburger, TripleLower fit
33 g protein · 610 cal · 36 g carbs · 37 g fat · 1 g fiber
watch: higher fat (54.6% of calories)
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Protein33 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density5.4 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat54.6% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density610 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1190 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Original Cheeseburger, TripleLower fit
40 g protein · 760 cal · 39 g carbs · 50 g fat · 1 g fiber
watch: higher fat (59.2% of calories), 1940 mg sodium
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Protein40 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density5.3 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat59.2% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density760 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1940 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Bacon Two Cheese Deluxe Burger, TripleLower fit
49 g protein · 920 cal · 40 g carbs · 63 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: higher fat (61.6% of calories), 2300 mg sodium
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Protein49 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density5.3 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat61.6% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density920 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium2300 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Original Cheeseburger, DoubleLower fit
29 g protein · 570 cal · 38 g carbs · 34 g fat · 1 g fiber
watch: higher fat (53.7% of calories), 1530 mg sodium
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Protein29 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density5.1 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat53.7% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density570 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1530 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Bacon Two Cheese Deluxe Burger, DoubleLower fit
37 g protein · 720 cal · 39 g carbs · 47 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: higher fat (58.8% of calories), 1890 mg sodium
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Protein37 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density5.1 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat58.8% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density720 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1890 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Flamethrower Burger, TripleLower fit
46 g protein · 910 cal · 38 g carbs · 65 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: higher fat (64.3% of calories), 1820 mg sodium
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Protein46 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density5.1 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat64.3% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density910 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1820 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Two Cheese Deluxe Burger, TripleLower fit
41 g protein · 820 cal · 40 g carbs · 55 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: higher fat (60.4% of calories), 1930 mg sodium
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Protein41 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density5 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat60.4% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density820 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1930 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Cheese Curds, LargeLower fit
49 g protein · 1000 cal · 52 g carbs · 67 g fat · 0 g fiber
watch: higher fat (60.3% of calories), 1960 mg sodium
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Protein49 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density4.9 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat60.3% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber0 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density1000 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1960 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Backyard Bacon Ranch Burger, TripleLower fit
50 g protein · 1020 cal · 54 g carbs · 67 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: higher fat (59.1% of calories), 2310 mg sodium
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Protein50 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density4.9 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat59.1% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density1020 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium2310 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Cheese Curds, RegularLower fit
24 g protein · 500 cal · 26 g carbs · 34 g fat · 0 g fiber
watch: higher fat (61.2% of calories)
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Protein24 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density4.8 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat61.2% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber0 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density500 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium990 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Bacon Cheese Dog, 5:1 DogLower fit
23 g protein · 490 cal · 28 g carbs · 32 g fat · 1 g fiber
watch: higher fat (58.8% of calories), 1410 mg sodium
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Protein23 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density4.7 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat58.8% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density490 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1410 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Two Cheese Deluxe Burger, DoubleLower fit
29 g protein · 620 cal · 39 g carbs · 39 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: higher fat (56.6% of calories), 1510 mg sodium
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Protein29 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density4.7 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat56.6% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density620 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1510 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Flamethrower Burger, DoubleLower fit
34 g protein · 720 cal · 37 g carbs · 49 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: higher fat (61.3% of calories), 1430 mg sodium
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Protein34 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density4.7 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat61.3% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density720 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1430 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Backyard Bacon Ranch Burger, DoubleLower fit
38 g protein · 820 cal · 53 g carbs · 51 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: higher fat (56% of calories), 1900 mg sodium
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Protein38 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density4.6 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat56% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density820 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1900 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Bacon Cheese Dog, 8:1 DogLower fit
19 g protein · 420 cal · 27 g carbs · 26 g fat · 1 g fiber
watch: higher fat (55.7% of calories)
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Protein19 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density4.5 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat55.7% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density420 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1140 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Chili Cheese Dog, 5:1 DogLower fit
22 g protein · 500 cal · 29 g carbs · 33 g fat · 1 g fiber
watch: higher fat (59.4% of calories), 1340 mg sodium
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Protein22 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density4.4 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat59.4% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density500 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1340 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Chili Cheese DogLower fit
18 g protein · 420 cal · 28 g carbs · 26 g fat · 1 g fiber
watch: higher fat (55.7% of calories)
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Protein18 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density4.3 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat55.7% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density420 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1070 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Cheese Dog, 5:1 DogLower fit
20 g protein · 460 cal · 27 g carbs · 30 g fat · 1 g fiber
watch: higher fat (58.7% of calories), 1270 mg sodium
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Protein20 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density4.3 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat58.7% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density460 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1270 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Mega Chili Cheese DogLower fit
32 g protein · 760 cal · 49 g carbs · 49 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: higher fat (58% of calories), 1910 mg sodium
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Protein32 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density4.2 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat58% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density760 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1910 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Chili Cheese Dogs (2)Lower fit
36 g protein · 850 cal · 56 g carbs · 53 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: higher fat (56.1% of calories), 2140 mg sodium
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Protein36 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density4.2 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat56.1% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density850 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium2140 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Cheese DogLower fit
16 g protein · 390 cal · 27 g carbs · 24 g fat · 1 g fiber
watch: higher fat (55.4% of calories)
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Protein16 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density4.1 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat55.4% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density390 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium990 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Chili DogLower fit
16 g protein · 390 cal · 28 g carbs · 23 g fat · 1 g fiber
watch: higher fat (53.1% of calories)
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Protein16 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density4.1 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat53.1% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density390 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1050 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Relish Dog, 5:1 DogLower fit
17 g protein · 430 cal · 32 g carbs · 26 g fat · 1 g fiber
watch: higher fat (54.4% of calories), 1330 mg sodium
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Protein17 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density4 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat54.4% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density430 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1330 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Pancake Platter with BaconLower fit
29 g protein · 730 cal · 60 g carbs · 42 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: higher fat (51.8% of calories), 1970 mg sodium
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Protein29 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density4 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat51.8% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density730 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1970 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Chicken Strip Basket, 6 PieceLower fit
48 g protein · 1300 cal · 139 g carbs · 61 g fat · 8 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein, 2750 mg sodium
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Protein48 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density3.7 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat42.2% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber8 greward 5+, flag over 30rewarded
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density1300 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium2750 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Pork Tenderloin SandwichLower fit
21 g protein · 600 cal · 52 g carbs · 34 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: higher fat (51% of calories), energy-dense, low protein
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Protein21 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density3.5 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat51% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density600 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium990 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Spicy Chicken Strip SandwichLower fit
18 g protein · 530 cal · 63 g carbs · 23 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein
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Protein18 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density3.4 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat39.1% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density530 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1060 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Chicken Strip Basket, 4 PieceLower fit
35 g protein · 1020 cal · 111 g carbs · 48 g fat · 6 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein, 2120 mg sodium
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Protein35 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density3.4 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat42.4% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber6 greward 5+, flag over 30rewarded
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density1020 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium2120 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Pancake Platter with SausageLower fit
17 g protein · 520 cal · 60 g carbs · 24 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein
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Protein17 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density3.3 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat41.5% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density520 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium980 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Original Chicken Strip SandwichLower fit
18 g protein · 550 cal · 62 g carbs · 26 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein
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Protein18 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density3.3 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat42.5% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density550 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium990 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Country Platter with HamLower fit
28 g protein · 860 cal · 60 g carbs · 42 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein, 2350 mg sodium
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Protein28 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density3.3 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat44% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density860 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium2350 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Sauced & Tossed Honey BBQ Chicken Strip Basket, 6 PieceLower fit
49 g protein · 1480 cal · 186 g carbs · 61 g fat · 9 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein, 3570 mg sodium
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Protein49 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density3.3 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat37.1% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber9 greward 5+, flag over 30rewarded
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density1480 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium3570 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Sauced & Tossed Honey BBQ Chicken Strip Basket, 4 PieceLower fit
35 g protein · 1140 cal · 142 g carbs · 48 g fat · 7 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein, 2640 mg sodium
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Protein35 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density3.1 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat37.9% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber7 greward 5+, flag over 30rewarded
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density1140 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium2640 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Chili Cheese FriesLower fit
25 g protein · 990 cal · 107 g carbs · 52 g fat · 9 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein, 2280 mg sodium
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Protein25 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density2.5 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat47.3% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber9 greward 5+, flag over 30rewarded
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density990 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium2280 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Steakfinger BasketLower fit
23 g protein · 940 cal · 97 g carbs · 51 g fat · 5 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein, 2120 mg sodium
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Protein23 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density2.4 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat48.8% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber5 greward 5+, flag over 30rewarded
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density940 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium2120 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Classic DogLower fit
13 g protein · 340 cal · 28 g carbs · 20 g fat · 1 g fiber
watch: higher fat (52.9% of calories), energy-dense, low protein
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Protein13 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density3.8 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat52.9% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density340 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium970 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Biscuit Sandwich with HamLower fit
13 g protein · 350 cal · 19 g carbs · 18 g fat · 1 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein
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Protein13 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density3.7 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat46.3% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density350 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium980 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Relish Dog, 8:1 DogLower fit
13 g protein · 350 cal · 31 g carbs · 20 g fat · 1 g fiber
watch: higher fat (51.4% of calories), energy-dense, low protein
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Protein13 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density3.7 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat51.4% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density350 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1060 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Hot DogLower fit
12 g protein · 330 cal · 25 g carbs · 19 g fat · 1 g fiber
watch: higher fat (51.8% of calories), energy-dense, low protein
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Protein12 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density3.6 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat51.8% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density330 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium820 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Biscuit Sandwich with BaconLower fit
14 g protein · 420 cal · 19 g carbs · 26 g fat · 1 g fiber
watch: higher fat (55.7% of calories), energy-dense, low protein
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Protein14 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density3.3 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat55.7% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density420 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium940 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Biscuit Sandwich with SausageLower fit
13 g protein · 410 cal · 18 g carbs · 25 g fat · 1 g fiber
watch: higher fat (54.9% of calories), energy-dense, low protein
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Protein13 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density3.2 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat54.9% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density410 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium750 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Pancakes (3)Lower fit
7 g protein · 260 cal · 46 g carbs · 5 g fat · 3 g fiber
7 g protein · lower fat
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Protein7 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density2.7 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat17.3% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density260 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium530 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Soft Pretzel Sticks with Zesty QuesoLower fit
9 g protein · 330 cal · 49 g carbs · 9 g fat · 1 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein, 2170 mg sodium
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Protein9 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density2.7 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat24.5% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density330 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium2170 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Corn DogLower fit
6 g protein · 240 cal · 25 g carbs · 13 g fat · 2 g fiber
6 g protein · lower fat
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Protein6 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density2.5 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat48.8% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density240 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium390 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Sausage Biscuit Twin PakLower fit
13 g protein · 690 cal · 34 g carbs · 42 g fat · 1 g fiber
watch: higher fat (54.8% of calories), energy-dense, low protein
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Protein13 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density1.9 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat54.8% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density690 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1160 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Fries, RegularLower fit
5 g protein · 280 cal · 36 g carbs · 13 g fat · 3 g fiber
5 g protein · lower fat
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Protein5 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density1.8 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat41.8% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density280 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium590 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Fry-Rings, A La CarteLower fit
7 g protein · 400 cal · 53 g carbs · 18 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein
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Protein7 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density1.8 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat40.5% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density400 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium890 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Fries, LargeLower fit
8 g protein · 450 cal · 59 g carbs · 21 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein
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Protein8 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density1.8 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat42% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density450 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium950 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Onion Rings, RegularLower fit
5 g protein · 290 cal · 39 g carbs · 13 g fat · 2 g fiber
5 g protein · lower fat
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Protein5 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density1.7 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat40.3% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density290 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium680 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Onion Rings, LargeLower fit
7 g protein · 450 cal · 60 g carbs · 20 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein
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Protein7 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density1.6 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat40% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density450 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1050 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Oven Baked Lay's Original Potato CrispsLower fit
2 g protein · 130 cal · 26 g carbs · 2 g fat · 2 g fiber
2 g protein · lower fat
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Protein2 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density1.5 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat13.8% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density130 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium150 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Lay's BBQ Potato ChipsLower fit
3 g protein · 230 cal · 23 g carbs · 15 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: higher fat (58.7% of calories)
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Protein3 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density1.3 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat58.7% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density230 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium230 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Doritos Nacho Cheese Tortilla ChipsLower fit
3 g protein · 240 cal · 28 g carbs · 14 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: higher fat (52.5% of calories)
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Protein3 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density1.3 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat52.5% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density240 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium360 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Lay's Potato Chips, OriginalLower fit
3 g protein · 240 cal · 23 g carbs · 16 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: higher fat (60% of calories)
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Protein3 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density1.3 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat60% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density240 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium250 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Lil' DonutsLower fit
3 g protein · 290 cal · 37 g carbs · 14 g fat · 1 g fiber
3 g protein · lower fat
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Protein3 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density1 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat43.4% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density290 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium300 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Hash BrownsLower fit
1 g protein · 180 cal · 18 g carbs · 12 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: higher fat (60% of calories)
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Protein1 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density0.6 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat60% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density180 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium360 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Best proteins to build around

GLP-1 fit is Nishi's score, not the restaurant's. How we score.

Numbers are for one savory item as Dairy Queen lists it, with no gram serving weight published; the frozen treats are not scored because DQ publishes them as mix-in components without a soft-serve base. Tap "Show the math" on any pick to see exactly how its rating was calculated.

HamburgerLower fit
15 g protein · 320 cal · 13 g fat · 870 mg sodium
watch: energy-dense, low protein, 870 mg sodium
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Protein15 gstrong at 25 g or morebelow 25 g
Protein density4.7 g per 100 kcalstrong at 10+, weak under 6low density
Fat36.6% of caloriesflag over 37.5% or friedok
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 18ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 17 gnot scored
Portion density320 kcalflag if density under 6 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium870 mginformational over 800 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Protein density is under 6 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Original Cheeseburger (Single)Lower fit
17 g protein · 370 cal · 18 g fat · 1120 mg sodium
watch: higher fat (43.8% of calories), energy-dense, low protein, 1120 mg sodium
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Protein17 gstrong at 25 g or morebelow 25 g
Protein density4.6 g per 100 kcalstrong at 10+, weak under 6low density
Fat43.8% of caloriesflag over 37.5% or friedflagged
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 18ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 17 gnot scored
Portion density370 kcalflag if density under 6 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1120 mginformational over 800 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Protein density is under 6 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Wild Alaskan Fish SandwichLower fit
17 g protein · 420 cal · 16 g fat · 960 mg sodium
watch: energy-dense, low protein, 960 mg sodium
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Protein17 gstrong at 25 g or morebelow 25 g
Protein density4 g per 100 kcalstrong at 10+, weak under 6low density
Fat34.3% of caloriesflag over 37.5% or friedok
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 18ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 17 gnot scored
Portion density420 kcalflag if density under 6 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium960 mginformational over 800 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Protein density is under 6 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Go easy on

Common questions

What's the most GLP-1-friendly order at Dairy Queen?

A single Hamburger, 320 calories for 15 g of protein, or an Original Cheeseburger, 370 calories for 17 g, is the leanest food order. Skip the triples, swap the fries for a side salad, and keep any treat small.

What has the most protein?

Not much is efficient here. The double Hamburger (460 calories, 24 g of protein) is the most protein the engine still rates a good fit; the Original Cheeseburger Double has a little more (29 g) but tips over on fat to a lower fit. The triples and the chicken-strip baskets carry more protein still, but at 610 to 1,480 calories, so they are not the efficient pick.

Can I have a Blizzard on a GLP-1?

A Blizzard is the biggest single lever at Dairy Queen: it is a dessert-sized order on its own. If you want one, a kids or small size and sharing it is the move. We do not score the Blizzards here because DQ publishes them as mix-in toppings without a soft-serve base, so a whole-Blizzard number cannot be built from their data honestly.

Is there a grilled chicken option?

No. Dairy Queen's chicken is breaded strips and strip sandwiches, not a grilled fillet. The least-bad protein play is a single Hamburger, and the Wild Alaskan Fish Sandwich (420 calories, 17 g) is the one lighter non-burger sandwich; nothing here is high-protein.

Why do the burgers show a lower fit under “Best proteins to build around”?

That section judges each item on a stricter single-ingredient bar, and nothing at Dairy Queen clears it. In “The savory menu, scored” above, which uses the gentler whole-meal bar, a single Hamburger, the Original Cheeseburger and the Wild Alaskan Fish Sandwich are all a good fit. DQ simply has no lean, high-protein hero to build around.

Why does a large or salty order sometimes show a good fit?

The fit score weighs protein and fat per serving, but it does not cap total calories or sodium, so a larger or saltier order like the Pancake Platter with Ham (1,410 mg) can still show a good fit. When that happens we call out the calories and sodium in the notes, so you can judge the whole plate, not just the badge.

What is the lowest-calorie Dairy Queen order with at least 15 g of protein?

Among the orders listed in this guide, the lowest-calorie Dairy Queen order that still reaches at least 15 g of protein is the Hamburger: about 320 calories and 15 g protein.

Why you can trust this

  • Where the numbers come from. Dairy Queen published nutrition (Nutritionix brand portal, linked from dairyqueen.com), last verified 2026-11-06. We publish only values the restaurant itself publishes.
  • How each score is calculated. Deterministic rules published in full in our methodology (v1.1), with one published bar for single ingredients and one for whole meals. Every row above lists the exact factors behind its label.
  • What the score does and does not consider. See the limitations. It scores one item, not your whole day, and it is not medical advice.
  • How to challenge or correct it. Tell us if a value is stale or a call looks wrong. Corrections are recorded in the methodology version history.

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