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Arby's

Fast casual30g+ protein start

Fast-casual menu that gives you room to push protein up or portions down without a long script.

14 curated picksBest default: Double Roast BeefLighter backup: Roast Beef Slider
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BIBIBOP Asian Grill

Fast casualSalads / bowls

Best when you want bowls, salads, or build-your-own orders that stay easier to control.

4 curated picksBest default: Chicken Romaine Bowl with Sesame GingerLighter backup: Tofu Kale Bowl with Teriyaki
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Bojangles

Fast food48g protein start

The safest route here is to anchor on Chicken Rice Bowl (w/o biscuit) and ignore the heavier detours.

7 curated picksBest default: Chicken Rice Bowl (w/o biscuit)Lighter backup: Green Beans Ind
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Bonefish Grill

Fast food47g protein start

Fast chain with a protein-forward default that still stays practical, led by Mahi-Mahi + Steamed Broccoli.

4 curated picksBest default: Mahi-Mahi + Steamed BroccoliLighter backup: Atlantic Salmon + Steamed Broccoli
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Buffalo Wild Wings

Sit-down30g+ protein start

Sit-down chain where the first obvious move is already clear: Boneless Wings with Teriyaki.

4 curated picksBest default: Boneless Wings with TeriyakiLighter backup: Garden Side Salad with Carrots
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Burger King

Fast foodLighter backup

Fast, familiar chain with enough curated picks to make the next move obvious.

7 curated picksBest default: Original Chicken SandwichLighter backup: Chicken Nuggets 4pc
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CAVA

Fast casualSalads / bowls

Best when you want bowls, salads, or build-your-own orders that stay easier to control.

7 curated picksBest default: Spicy Lamb + Avocado BowlLighter backup: Greek Salad Bowl
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Chick-fil-A

Fast food98g protein start

Fast chain with a protein-forward default that still stays practical, led by 30 ct Grilled Nuggets.

8 curated picksBest default: 30 ct Grilled NuggetsLighter backup: 8 ct Grilled Nuggets
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Chipotle

Fast casualSalads / bowls

Best when you want bowls, salads, or build-your-own orders that stay easier to control.

15 curated picks
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Culver's

Fast food42g protein start

Fast chain with a protein-forward default that still stays practical, led by Garden Fresco Salad with Chicken.

7 curated picksBest default: Garden Fresco Salad with ChickenLighter backup: George's Chili
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Dairy Queen

Fast food48g protein start

Fast, familiar chain with enough curated picks to make the next move obvious.

9 curated picksBest default: Chicken Strip Basket 6 pcLighter backup: Vanilla Cone Small
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Denny's

Sit-down30g+ protein start

Sit-down chain where the first obvious move is already clear: Two Eggs, Turkey Bacon, and English Muffin.

11 curated picksBest default: Two Eggs, Turkey Bacon, and English MuffinLighter backup: Egg White Omelette
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Dunkin'

Coffee / cafe30g+ protein start

Coffee-stop chain with at least one meal-like default worth ordering first: Sourdough Breakfast Sandwich.

7 curated picksBest default: Sourdough Breakfast SandwichLighter backup: Egg and Cheese Wake-Up Wrap
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First Watch

Fast casualSit-down

Best when you want bowls, salads, or build-your-own orders that stay easier to control.

7 curated picksBest default: Farm Stand Breakfast TacosLighter backup: Tri-Athlete
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Five Guys

Fast food30g+ protein start

Fast, familiar chain with enough curated picks to make the next move obvious.

7 curated picksBest default: Bacon CheeseburgerLighter backup: Bunless Burger Patty
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In-N-Out Burger

Fast food40g protein start

Fast, familiar chain with enough curated picks to make the next move obvious.

10 curated picksBest default: Double-Double with Mustard and Ketchup + FriesLighter backup: Hamburger Protein Style
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Jack in the Box

Fast food30g+ protein start

Fast chain with a protein-forward default that still stays practical, led by Grilled Chicken Salad.

7 curated picksBest default: Grilled Chicken SaladLighter backup: Chicken Teriyaki Bowl
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Jimmy John's

Fast casual44g protein start

Fast-casual menu that gives you room to push protein up or portions down without a long script.

11 curated picksBest default: Bootlegger Club (8-inch)Lighter backup: Little John 4
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LongHorn Steakhouse

Sit-down30g+ protein start

Sit-down chain where the first obvious move is already clear: Flo's Filet 6 oz..

8 curated picksBest default: Flo's Filet 6 oz.Lighter backup: Fresh Steamed Broccoli
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McDonald's

Fast foodLighter backup

Fast, familiar chain with enough curated picks to make the next move obvious.

14 curated picksBest default: Sausage McMuffin with EggLighter backup: Hash Browns with Small Coffee
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Mendocino Farms

Fast casualSalads / bowls

Best when you want bowls, salads, or build-your-own orders that stay easier to control.

7 curated picksBest default: Chicken Pesto CapreseLighter backup: Baja Green Goddess Salad
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Olive Garden

Sit-down30g+ protein start

Sit-down chain where the first obvious move is already clear: Pasta e Fagioli with Salad and Chicken.

21 curated picksBest default: Pasta e Fagioli with Salad and ChickenLighter backup: Minestrone Soup
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Outback Steakhouse

Sit-down60g protein start

Sit-down chain where the first obvious move is already clear: Lobster Tails Entree.

11 curated picksBest default: Lobster Tails EntreeLighter backup: Asparagus
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Panda Express

Fast food30g+ protein start

Fast chain with a protein-forward default that still stays practical, led by Grilled Teriyaki Chicken.

8 curated picksBest default: Grilled Teriyaki ChickenLighter backup: Super Greens Entree
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Panera Bread

Fast casualSalads / bowls

Best when you want bowls, salads, or build-your-own orders that stay easier to control.

10 curated picksBest default: Chipotle Chicken Avo Melt on Black Pepper Focaccia Round - WholeLighter backup: Side - Apple
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Popeyes

Fast food47g protein start

Fast chain with a protein-forward default that still stays practical, led by Blackened Tenders 5 Pieces.

8 curated picksBest default: Blackened Tenders 5 PiecesLighter backup: Blackened Tenders 3 Pieces
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Portillo's

Fast casual30g+ protein start

Fast-casual menu that gives you room to push protein up or portions down without a long script.

11 curated picksBest default: Classic Caesar Salad with Grilled Chicken without dressingLighter backup: Slice of American Cheese
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QDOBA

Fast casualSalads / bowls

Best when you want bowls, salads, or build-your-own orders that stay easier to control.

7 curated picksBest default: Cholula Hot & Sweet Chicken BowlLighter backup: Keto Bowl - Chicken
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Red Lobster

Sit-down46g protein start

Sit-down chain where the first obvious move is already clear: Create Your Own Ultimate Feast - Sirloin, 7 oz..

7 curated picksBest default: Create Your Own Ultimate Feast - Sirloin, 7 oz.Lighter backup: Shrimp Cocktail
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Red Robin

Sit-down30g+ protein start

Sit-down chain where the first obvious move is already clear: Grilled Turkey.

8 curated picksBest default: Grilled TurkeyLighter backup: Fresh-Brewed Iced Tea
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Shake Shack

Fast food30g+ protein start

Fast chain with a protein-forward default that still stays practical, led by Single SmokeShack.

7 curated picksBest default: Single SmokeShackLighter backup: Single Hamburger
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Sonic Drive-In

Fast food30g+ protein start

Fast, familiar chain with enough curated picks to make the next move obvious.

8 curated picksBest default: Breakfast Burrito BaconLighter backup: Corn Dog
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Subway

Fast casual42g protein start

Fast-casual menu that gives you room to push protein up or portions down without a long script.

8 curated picksBest default: Wrap Grilled ChickenLighter backup: 6" Veggie Delite
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Sweetgreen

Fast casualSalads / bowls

Best when you want bowls, salads, or build-your-own orders that stay easier to control.

9 curated picksBest default: Kale CaesarLighter backup: Rosemary Focaccia
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Texas Roadhouse

Sit-down61g protein start

Sit-down chain where the first obvious move is already clear: USDA Choice Sirloin - 8 oz..

8 curated picksBest default: USDA Choice Sirloin - 8 oz.Lighter backup: Baked Potato Soup - Cup
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TGI Fridays

Sit-downLighter backup

Sit-down chain where the first obvious move is already clear: Chicken Al Pastor Bowl.

9 curated picksBest default: Chicken Al Pastor BowlLighter backup: House Salad without Dressing and Breadstick
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The Cheesecake Factory

Sit-down81g protein start

Sit-down chain where the first obvious move is already clear: Tuscan Chicken.

7 curated picksBest default: Tuscan ChickenLighter backup: Grilled Steak Medallions
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Torchy's Tacos

Fast casual30g+ protein start

Fast-casual menu that gives you room to push protein up or portions down without a long script.

8 curated picksBest default: #1 Bacon, Egg & Cheese on Flour with Roja SauceLighter backup: Democrat on Corn with Tomatillo
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Wendy's

Fast food54g protein start

Fast, familiar chain with enough curated picks to make the next move obvious.

8 curated picksBest default: Dave's DoubleLighter backup: Jr. Chocolate Frosty
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Whataburger

Fast food43g protein start

Fast chain with a protein-forward default that still stays practical, led by Grilled Chicken Melt with Garden Salad.

9 curated picksBest default: Grilled Chicken Melt with Garden SaladLighter backup: Garden Salad with Grilled Chicken
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Wingstop

Fast food30g+ protein start

Fast chain with a protein-forward default that still stays practical, led by Chicken Sandwich (Plain).

8 curated picksBest default: Chicken Sandwich (Plain)Lighter backup: Veggie Sticks Carrots
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Zaxby's

Fast food30g+ protein start

Fast chain with a protein-forward default that still stays practical, led by Grilled Chicken Sandwich Only.

10 curated picksBest default: Grilled Chicken Sandwich OnlyLighter backup: The Garden House Zalad
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