T.G.I. FRIDAY'S, french fries
Whole food · Restaurant Foods
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T.G.I. Friday's french fries are classic, golden-fried potato strips with a crispy exterior and a fluffy, starchy interior. A standard side order delivers a satisfying crunch and a savory, salty hit, packing a significant calorie load from its fat content (14.82g per 100g).
💚 Why it's loved
People love them for the irresistible contrast of textures—the shattering crispiness giving way to a soft, potatoey center—and their role as the perfect salty companion to burgers, sandwiches, and dipping sauces.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The deep-frying process significantly increases fat and calorie content, which can contribute to blood-sugar spikes due to the refined starch. To counteract this, pair them with a source of protein (like grilled chicken) or healthy fat (like avocado) to slow digestion, and practice portion control by sharing a side order.
Key benefits
- Quick source of energy from carbohydrates
- Provides dietary fiber (4.1g per 100g)
- Contains potassium from the potato
- A familiar, comforting side dish
- Easily customizable with seasonings
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The 'french' in french fries is a misnomer; the style of potato preparation is widely believed to have originated in Belgium, where villagers traditionally ate small fried fish, but switched to fried potatoes when the river froze in winter.
Full nutrition (scales with serving)
| Water | 42.2 g |
| Energy | 296 kcal |
| Energy | 1238 kj |
| Protein | 3.7 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 14.8 g |
| Ash | 2.3 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 36.9 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 4.1 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.00 g |
| Sucrose | 0.00 g |
| Glucose | 0.00 g |
| Fructose | 0.00 g |
| Lactose | 0.00 g |
| Maltose | 0.00 g |
| Galactose | 0.00 g |
| Starch | 32.9 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 19.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.98 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 31.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 121 mg |
| Potassium, K | 604 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 409 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.57 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.12 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.26 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.40 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 1.1 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.11 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.06 mg |
| Niacin | 2.8 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.53 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.28 mg |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0.00 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 1.1 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.13 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 7.9 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 3.0 mg |
| Tocotrienol, alpha | 0.02 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, gamma | 0.04 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 43.1 ug |
| Vitamin K (Dihydrophylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (Menaquinone-4) | 0.00 ug |
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 2.6 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 1.5 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.93 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.05 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.04 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.02 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 3.4 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.02 g |
| MUFA 16:1 c | 0.02 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 3.3 g |
| MUFA 18:1 c | 3.2 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.08 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 c | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 7.5 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 6.5 g |
| PUFA 18:2 n-6 c,c | 6.4 g |
| PUFA 18:2 CLAs | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.94 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-3 c,c,c (ALA) | 0.89 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-6 c,c,c | 0.05 g |
| PUFA 18:3i | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-6 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.10 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-monoenoic | 0.04 g |
| TFA 16:1 t | 0.00 g |
| TFA 18:1 t | 0.04 g |
| TFA 22:1 t | 0.00 g |
| TFA 18:2 t not further defined | 0.07 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-polyenoic | 0.07 g |
| Cholesterol | 1.0 mg |
| Stigmasterol | 8.0 mg |
| Campesterol | 12.0 mg |
| Beta-sitosterol | 28.0 mg |
FAQ
Are T.G.I. Friday's fries gluten-free?
While potatoes are naturally gluten-free, cross-contamination and shared fryers with breaded items are common in restaurant settings. It's best to ask the staff about their specific preparation and allergen protocols.
Why are restaurant fries crispier than homemade?
Restaurants often use double-frying (first at a lower temp to cook the inside, then at a higher temp to crisp the outside) and may use specific potato varieties like Russets or add a light coating of starch.
What is the best potato for making fries at home?
High-starch potatoes like Russet or Idaho are ideal. Their low moisture and high starch content create a fluffy interior and a crisp exterior when fried.