REGIONAL CHAIN · TEXAS ORIGIN · FOUNDED 2005
P. Terry's Burger Stand
Austin's better-burger. Hand-cut Idaho Burbanks, 100% canola, dedicated fryer.
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At a glance
Vegetarian
Suitable
Plant-based: hand-cut Idaho Burbank potatoes, canola oil, salt.
Vegan
Suitable
Dedicated fryer confirmed by P. Terry's Guest Relations in writing. No animal-derived oil or flavoring.
Gluten-Free
Suitable
Dedicated fryer for french fries only — chicken bites and crispy chicken burgers fried in separate fryers per P. Terry's official email confirmation.
Dairy-Free
Suitable
No dairy in fries 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.
P. Terry's is the sixth all-green chain on Frypedia — joining Five Guys, Chick-fil-A, In-N-Out, Mission BBQ, and Hopdoddy. The Austin-born stand hand-cuts fresh Idaho Burbank potatoes, fries them in 100% canola oil, and uses a dedicated fryer for fries only — a policy P. Terry's Guest Relations has confirmed in writing: "Our chicken bites and crispy chicken burgers are fried in dedicated fryers, separate from our french fries to avoid any cross-contamination for our gluten free and vegetarian guests." Repeatedly confirmed by celiac patrons across years. One of the cleanest fry setups anywhere in Texas.
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Nutrition facts
P. Terry's Burger Stand'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
- Idaho Burbank potatoes Fine — Fresh whole potatoes delivered to stores. Hand-cut moments before each order. "Grown on a family farm, enriched with organic compost."
- Canola oil (100%) Fine — No trans fats, no hydrogenated oils, no added flavorings.
- Salt Fine — Applied after frying.
VERBATIM FROM P. TERRY'S GUEST RELATIONS (EMAIL) ⓘ
"Our chicken bites and crispy chicken burgers are fried in dedicated fryers, separate from our french fries to avoid any cross-contamination for our gluten free and vegetarian guests." This is P. Terry's explicit, written operational commitment.
What makes this commitment unusual
Most fast-casual burger chains that add fried chicken to their menu eventually begin sharing fryers to save space and operational cost. P. Terry's explicitly kept the fryers separate when they expanded into fried chicken — and their own menu page calls it out: "Gluten free and prepared in dedicated fryers | Vegan." Celiac reviewer: "I really appreciate that they kept the fryers separate when they added chicken nuggets to the menu so the fries are still ok to eat." This is a conscious operational policy, not an accident.
On Idaho Burbank potatoes
The Burbank (also called Russet Burbank) was developed by horticulturalist Luther Burbank in 1876. It's the standard American french-fry potato — high starch, low sugar, fluffy interior, crisp exterior. Most fast-food chains use Burbank-variety potatoes. P. Terry's sourcing commitment is about the quality (family farm, organic compost) and the freshness (whole potatoes, hand-cut daily), not the variety itself.
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Oil & fryer setup
Primary oil
100% canola oil
No trans fats, no hydrogenated oils, no added flavorings per P. Terry's FAQ.
Fryer setup
Dedicated
Fries have a dedicated fryer. Chicken bites and crispy chicken burgers fried in separate fryers — confirmed in writing by P. Terry's Guest Relations.
Cross-contamination
Minimal
Dedicated fryer plus single-use canola oil plus explicit allergen-aware operational policy. Repeatedly confirmed by celiac patrons across years and multiple locations.
Format
Hand-cut fresh
Fresh whole Idaho Burbank potatoes hand-cut moments before each order. No frozen, pre-cooked, or held fries.
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Top-9 allergen status
Per the FDA's nine major allergens, as disclosed by P. Terry's Burger Stand for Hand-Cut Idaho Burbank Fries.
✓ Milk
✓ Wheat
✓ Egg
✓ Soy
✓ Peanut
✓ Tree Nut
✓ Fish
✓ Shellfish
✓ Sesame
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Frequently asked questions
Are P. Terry's Burger Stand's fries vegan?
Yes — P. Terry's Burger Stand's fries are vegan by ingredient. Dedicated fryer confirmed by P. Terry's Guest Relations in writing. No animal-derived oil or flavoring.
Are P. Terry's Burger Stand's fries vegetarian?
Yes — P. Terry's Burger Stand's fries are vegetarian. The fries contain no animal-derived ingredients. Plant-based: hand-cut Idaho Burbank potatoes, canola oil, salt.
Are P. Terry's Burger Stand's fries gluten-free?
Yes — P. Terry's Burger Stand's fries are gluten-free by both ingredient and preparation. Dedicated fryer for french fries only — chicken bites and crispy chicken burgers fried in separate fryers per P. Terry's official email confirmation.
What oil does P. Terry's Burger Stand use to fry their fries?
P. Terry's Burger Stand's fries are cooked in 100% canola oil. This is the same oil used for p. terry's burger stand's entire fried menu at most locations — full fryer-sharing detail is documented in the Oil & fryer setup section above.
What are the ingredients in P. Terry's Burger Stand's fries?
See the Ingredients section above for the full annotated list for P. Terry's Burger Stand's fries — cooking oil, potato preparation, seasonings, and any coatings or additives. Each ingredient is flagged for dietary concerns where relevant.
Are P. Terry's Burger Stand's fries dairy-free?
Yes — P. Terry's Burger Stand's fries are dairy-free by ingredient and preparation. No dairy in fries or oil. Dedicated fryer means no dairy cross-contact.
Are P. Terry's Burger Stand's fries kosher?
P. Terry's Burger Stand's fries are not certified kosher. Ingredients kosher-compatible; no kosher certification.
Are P. Terry's Burger Stand's fries halal?
P. Terry's Burger Stand's fries are not certified halal. Ingredients halal-compatible; no halal certification.
How many calories are in P. Terry's Burger Stand's fries?
A regular fries order of P. Terry's Burger Stand's fries contains 370 calories, 16g total fat (1.5g saturated fat), 380mg sodium, 48g carbs, and 5g protein. Source: P. Terry's Burger Stand Nutritional Facts PDF (Dec 2022).
Does P. Terry's Burger Stand use beef tallow in their fries?
No — P. Terry's Burger Stand's fries are cooked in 100% canola oil, not beef tallow. Five chains on Frypedia still use beef in their fry preparation (McDonald's, Steak 'n Shake, Bojangles, Portillo's, Smashburger); P. Terry's Burger Stand is not one of them.
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In the wild
P. Terry's hand-cut Idaho Burbank fries — different shades each batch, depending on potato-season stage.
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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.
