Lubbock locations of Blue Sky (4416 98th Street and 3216 4th) are turning heads by announcing that everything fried in-house is now cooked in 100% beef tallow, not the typical seed or vegetable oils. Blue Sky offers several tantalizing fried appetizers and sides (try the Chile Sticks!), so this is thrilling for folks who are avoiding seed oils, or folks who love the flavor of delicious beef fat (me).
“You’re frying us in WHAT?!” – these fries, probably
Posted by Blue Sky on 98th on Saturday, October 18, 2025
Why Blue Sky Is Making the Switch
Blue Sky posted a reel on Facebook that says “beef tallow makes everything taste better,” which I agree is quite true. And while they didn’t mention it specifically, there is a growing number of people who are opting not to eat foods fried in seed oils due to health-related reasons. If you have a seed oil allergy or a chronic condition related to inflammation, switching to beef fat-fried treats may be a good idea (consult your doctor, of course). However, we should all keep in mind that any type of fried foods should be eaten in moderation (beef fat is full of saturated fat, as we all know).
The Local Trend: Lubbock Restaurants Going Beef Tallow
Blue Sky isn’t alone: other Lubbock restaurants are increasingly opting for beef fat frying as seed oils face scrutiny in food-service circles. Cast Iron Grill (620 19th St) and Anna’s Mexican Restaurant (6909 Indiana Ave) both use beef tallow for deep fat frying…