REGIONAL CHAIN · TEXAS ORIGIN · FOUNDED 2010
Hopdoddy Burger Bar
Austin-born. Rice bran oil. Dedicated fryer. Hand-cut Kennebec potatoes.
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At a glance
Vegetarian
Suitable
Plant-based ingredients only.
Vegan
Suitable
Per Hopdoddy: "No meat or meat byproducts are cooked in our fryers." Rice bran oil, dedicated fryer.
Gluten-Free
Suitable
Dedicated fryer confirmed across multiple locations. Hopdoddy also makes gluten-free buns in-house.
Dairy-Free
Suitable
No dairy in fry ingredients or oil. Dedicated fryer means no dairy cross-contact.
Kosher
Caution
Ingredients kosher-compatible; no kosher certification.
Halal
Caution
Ingredients halal-compatible; no halal certification.
Hopdoddy Burger Bar is the fifth all-green chain on Frypedia — joining Five Guys, Chick-fil-A, In-N-Out, and Mission BBQ. The Austin-born chain hand-cuts Kennebec potatoes (the same variety In-N-Out uses) and fries them in non-GMO rice bran oil — a rare cooking medium that no other chain in our atlas uses. The fryer is dedicated: "No meat or meat byproducts are cooked in our fryers," Hopdoddy stated publicly in 2017. Multiple celiac patrons confirm repeatedly over years of visits. For celiac, vegan, and dairy-free diners, this is one of the cleanest fry setups in fast-casual America.
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Nutrition facts
Hopdoddy Burger Bar's published nutrition data for the serving size most comparable to an industry "medium" order. Values shown are per-serving and calculated against FDA 2020 Daily Values.
For comparison across chains, see our rankings pages — lowest sodium, lowest saturated fat, lowest calorie, and more.
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Ingredients, line by line
Annotated ingredient list
- Kennebec potatoes Fine — Hand-cut on-site. The Kennebec is the same variety In-N-Out uses — it makes a softer, more potato-forward fry than Russets.
- Rice bran oil (non-GMO) Fine — An unusual choice. Rice bran oil has a high smoke point (around 450°F), neutral flavor, and contains no common allergens. Not used by any other chain in the Frypedia atlas.
- Salt Fine — Applied after frying.
VERBATIM FROM HOPDODDY (YELP Q&A, 2017) ⓘ
"No meat or meat byproducts are cooked in our fryers. We fry with rice bran oil that is non-GMO."
Why Kennebec potatoes matter
The Kennebec is a waxy, thin-skinned variety developed in the 1940s by USDA researchers in Maine. It's prized by fry enthusiasts for producing a creamy, dense interior and a distinct potato flavor that holds up to salt and seasoning. In-N-Out has used Kennebec potatoes since 1948; Hopdoddy has used them since opening in 2010. Very few other chains — fast-food or fast-casual — commit to a single-variety heirloom potato at scale.
On the dedicated fryer, confirmed repeatedly
From celiac patrons on FindMeGlutenFree, across multiple Hopdoddy locations over multiple years: "They have a dedicated fryer, and a binder at the front detailing all the allergy protocols." Another: "Dedicated fryer is a huge win! Also offer gf buns... Staff was super knowledgeable." A third: "The fries are in a dedicated fryer and Hopdoddy makes their own gluten free hamburger buns." This is consistent field confirmation across years and locations.
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Oil & fryer setup
Primary oil
Non-GMO rice bran oil
Rice bran oil is pressed from the hard outer layer of rice. High smoke point, very neutral flavor, no common allergens. Hopdoddy is the only chain in the Frypedia atlas using this oil.
Fryer setup
Dedicated
Fries have a dedicated fryer, separate from the chicken drummie and other fried items. Company has publicly stated no meat byproducts are cooked in the fry oil.
Cross-contamination
Minimal
Dedicated fryer plus single-use rice bran oil means virtually no allergen cross-contact for the fries. Hopdoddy also maintains a full written allergen protocol binder per store.
Format
Hand-cut Kennebec
Fresh hand-cut Kennebec potatoes (not frozen). The variety produces a denser, more potato-forward fry than Russets.
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Top-9 allergen status
Per the FDA's nine major allergens, as disclosed by Hopdoddy Burger Bar for Hand-Cut Kennebec Fries.
✓ Milk
✓ Wheat
✓ Egg
✓ Soy
✓ Peanut
✓ Tree Nut
✓ Fish
✓ Shellfish
✓ Sesame
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Frequently asked questions
Are Hopdoddy Burger Bar's fries vegan?
Yes — Hopdoddy Burger Bar's fries are vegan by ingredient. Per Hopdoddy: "No meat or meat byproducts are cooked in our fryers." Rice bran oil, dedicated fryer.
Are Hopdoddy Burger Bar's fries gluten-free?
Yes — Hopdoddy Burger Bar's fries are gluten-free by both ingredient and preparation. Dedicated fryer confirmed across multiple locations. Hopdoddy also makes gluten-free buns in-house.
What oil are Hopdoddy Burger Bar's fries cooked in?
Hopdoddy Burger Bar's fries are cooked in Non-GMO rice bran oil. Full oil and fryer details — including whether the fryer is shared with breaded items — are documented on this page.
Are Hopdoddy Burger Bar's fries dairy-free?
Yes — Hopdoddy Burger Bar's fries are dairy-free by ingredient and preparation. No dairy in fry ingredients or oil. Dedicated fryer means no dairy cross-contact.
How many calories are in Hopdoddy Burger Bar's fries?
A hand-cut kennebec fries order of Hopdoddy Burger Bar's fries contains 370 calories, 16g total fat (2g saturated fat), 410mg sodium, 48g carbs, and 5g protein. Source: Hopdoddy Nutritionals PDF (2023).
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In the wild
Hand-cut Kennebec fries, thicker than shoestring, with a denser, creamier interior.
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Sources
Every claim on this page is sourced. If a source is wrong, dated, or missing, tell us — we update quickly.
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Important — read before you eat
Ingredient formulations change, sometimes with no public announcement. Allergen risk at any fast-food restaurant depends on the specific location, the time of day, and the staff on shift. For severe allergies, confirm ingredients with the restaurant at the point of ordering, and when in doubt, ask about fryer and equipment cross-contact. This page is an independent reference — not medical advice.
