Yes, you can eat carnivore at fast food restaurants! This comprehensive guide shows you exactly what to order at 15+ major chains to stay 100% carnivore. All meat, no compromises.
McDonald's is surprisingly carnivore-friendly. Their beef patties are 100% beef with salt and pepper. Just skip the bun and toppings!
Pro Tip: Order "3 Quarter Pounder patties with cheese, no bun, no vegetables, no condiments" for a massive 75g protein meal under $10.
Burger King's flame-grilled beef patties are carnivore-approved. They're also very accommodating with custom orders.
Pro Tip: The flame-grilled taste is perfect for carnivore. Order extra bacon on everything!
Wendy's uses fresh, never frozen beef. They're very accommodating with bunless orders and you can add extra patties to any burger.
Pro Tip: The "Baconator Bowl" (no bun, no ketchup) is a carnivore favorite. Ask for extra cheese!
Five Guys is PERFECT for carnivore! They'll serve your burger in a bowl with no questions asked. Their beef is fresh and you can add unlimited bacon.
Pro Tip: Order "Little Bacon Cheeseburger, no bun, no vegetables" in a bowl. Add extra patties for more protein!
In-N-Out has a secret "Protein Style" option where they wrap your burger in lettuce. For strict carnivore, order "Flying Dutchman" (just meat and cheese, no lettuce).
Pro Tip: Order "3x3 Flying Dutchman, no spread" for a massive meat and cheese stack. They know exactly what you mean!
Chick-fil-A's grilled chicken is perfect for carnivore. Skip the breaded options and focus on grilled chicken and eggs.
Pro Tip: Order multiple grilled nuggets for an easy, portable carnivore meal. They're cooked in olive oil!
Chipotle makes carnivore easy with their "bowl" option. Just get meat and cheese, skip everything else.
Pro Tip: Order "Bowl with double carnitas, extra cheese, nothing else" for a massive carnivore meal.
"We have the meats!" Arby's is surprisingly good for carnivore. Order roast beef by the pound!
Pro Tip: Order roast beef by the half pound with extra cheese for an easy carnivore meal.
Jimmy John's "Unwich" (lettuce wrap) is popular, but for strict carnivore, just get the meat and cheese in a container.
Pro Tip: Order "Gargantuan, just meat and cheese in a container, no lettuce wrap."
Check out our collection of 20+ carnivore diet recipes you can make at home. From ground beef bowls to bacon-wrapped burgers, we've got you covered!
Browse RecipesAbsolutely! Most fast food restaurants are very accommodating. Just order burgers without the bun, grilled chicken, or meat-only options. Staff are used to these requests and won't judge you.
Most burgers are grilled, not fried, so the oil isn't a huge concern. If you're very strict, grilled chicken and burgers are your best options as they use minimal oil. Avoid anything deep-fried.
That depends on your personal carnivore approach. Some people include dairy, others don't. If you tolerate dairy well, cheese is a great addition. If not, skip it and just get meat.
Order fattier cuts like 80/20 burger patties, bacon, sausage, or pork. Add extra cheese if you tolerate dairy. Don't order lean options like grilled chicken breast only - you need the fat for energy!
McDonald's Quarter Pounder patties without the bun are very affordable (~$2-3 per patty). Arby's roast beef is also budget-friendly. For maximum value, order multiple patties instead of premium items.