Founded 2011 · Glen Burnie, MD
Mission BBQ
Hand-cut, fresh. Dedicated fryer.
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At a glance
Vegetarian
Suitable
Plant-based ingredients: potatoes, soy oil, salt.
Vegan
Suitable
No animal products in ingredients or cooking oil. Dedicated fryer — no cross-contact with breaded meat items.
Gluten-Free
Suitable
No gluten ingredients. Dedicated fryer confirmed by multiple celiac patrons at multiple locations.
Dairy-Free
Suitable
No dairy in ingredients or oil.
Kosher
Caution
Ingredients kosher-compatible; no kosher certification.
Halal
Caution
Ingredients halal-compatible; no halal certification.
Mission BBQ's Fresh Cut Fries are potentially the fourth chain on Frypedia — after Five Guys, Chick-fil-A, and In-N-Out — to offer an all-green fry: plant-based ingredients, a dedicated fryer, and no cross-contact with breaded meat items. The dedicated-fryer claim is based on consistent patron reports across multiple locations rather than a formal company statement; we've noted this transparently. The only allergen concern in the ingredients is soy (from the frying oil).
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Nutrition facts
Mission BBQ'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
- Potatoes Fine — Hand-cut fresh on-site, not frozen. Small-batch preparation.
- Soybean oil Soy — The cooking medium. Soy is a top-9 FDA allergen but not a dietary disqualifier for vegan, GF, or dairy-free diets.
- Salt Fine — Applied after frying.
VERBATIM ALLERGEN DISCLOSURE ⓘ
Per Mission BBQ's official allergen PDF (updated June 2025), Fresh Cut Fries are marked only for Soy — no wheat, gluten, milk, egg, peanut, tree nut, fish, shellfish, or MSG listed.
Source note on the dedicated fryer
Mission BBQ's published allergen PDF doesn't explicitly state "dedicated fryer" — but doesn't contradict it either. The "dedicated fryer" claim comes from consistent celiac patron reports on FindMeGlutenFree and similar forums across multiple Mission BBQ locations, with staff confirming protocol ("fries are cooked in separate fryer"). Franchise staff have reportedly announced "celiac order coming through — follow protocol" at register, indicating trained handling. We mark this chain Suitable for celiac with a flag that this is source-dependent rather than chain-confirmed. If you have severe sensitivity, confirm with your local store before ordering.
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Oil & fryer setup
Primary oil
100% soybean oil
Soybean (soy) oil is the published frying medium. Mission BBQ does not publish whether this is refined or cold-pressed.
Fryer setup
Dedicated
Per multiple celiac patron reports across U.S. locations, Mission BBQ maintains a dedicated fryer for fresh-cut fries, separate from any breaded items. Not a company-published statement but consistently reported in the field.
Cross-contamination
Minimal
With a dedicated fryer, cross-contact is limited to the soy oil itself and any upstream supplier contamination (a standard allergen disclaimer the chain includes). The BBQ pit and kitchen are separated from the fry station.
Format
Hand-cut fresh
Fresh potatoes are cut on-site daily, not frozen. Small-batch frying produces a rustic, slightly irregular cut.
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Top-9 allergen status
Per the FDA's nine major allergens, as disclosed by Mission BBQ for Fresh Cut Fries.
✓ Milk
✓ Wheat
✓ Egg
✗ Soy
✓ Peanut
✓ Tree Nut
✓ Fish
✓ Shellfish
✓ Sesame
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Frequently asked questions
Are Mission BBQ's fries vegan?
Yes — Mission BBQ's fries are vegan by ingredient. No animal products in ingredients or cooking oil. Dedicated fryer — no cross-contact with breaded meat items.
Are Mission BBQ's fries gluten-free?
Yes — Mission BBQ's fries are gluten-free by both ingredient and preparation. No gluten ingredients. Dedicated fryer confirmed by multiple celiac patrons at multiple locations.
What oil are Mission BBQ's fries cooked in?
Mission BBQ's fries are cooked in 100% soybean oil. Full oil and fryer details — including whether the fryer is shared with breaded items — are documented on this page.
Are Mission BBQ's fries dairy-free?
Yes — Mission BBQ's fries are dairy-free by ingredient and preparation. No dairy in ingredients or oil.
How many calories are in Mission BBQ's fries?
A regular fresh-cut order of Mission BBQ's fries contains 340 calories, 15g total fat (2.5g saturated fat), 380mg sodium, 48g carbs, and 4g protein. Source: Mission BBQ nutrition guide + cross-checked via Nutritionix.
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In the wild
Hand-cut, small-batch. A genuinely different texture from frozen fries at larger chains.
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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.
