If you're wondering how to eat out on the carnivore diet, this video is for you! We go over a list of 6 carnivore friendly restaurants and what to look out for when at these restaurants. This list is also suitable for anyone figuring how to eat out on keto diet. Eating out on the carnivore diet can be challenging because most of what is available at restaurants contain carbs and other ingredients that we try to avoid on the carnivore diet. However, this certainly doesn't mean you can never eat out on the carnivore diet again!
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Summary
This video offers practical advice for individuals following the carnivore diet on how to navigate eating out at restaurants. It acknowledges the challenge that 99% of typical restaurant menu items contain carbs unsuitable for the carnivore diet but reassures viewers that social dining is still possible with the right strategies. The hosts emphasize a “progress over perfection” mindset, recognizing that when dining out, there may be some compromises since one cannot fully control ingredient preparation. They highlight six types of carnivore-friendly restaurants: Brazilian steakhouses, sushi restaurants, hot pot, Korean barbecue, BBQ joints, and fast food burger places, plus build-your-own bowl restaurants like Chipotle. Each restaurant type is discussed in detail, focusing on which menu items to prioritize, avoid, and how to modify orders to fit a strict carnivore or keto lifestyle. Additionally, they provide smart tips such as avoiding sauces with sugar, skipping deep-fried or breaded foods, and being realistic about dining out challenges. The video encourages viewers to focus on high-quality proteins, fat content, and asking servers questions when unsure about ingredients. Finally, the hosts call for viewers to subscribe and share their favorite carnivore-friendly dining options.
Highlights
- 🥩 Brazilian steakhouses offer the best carnivore options with steaks like rib eye, prime rib, and seafood towers, often free of carbs.
- 🍣 Sushi restaurants are carnivore-friendly if you stick to plain sashimi, avoiding sauces and glazes.
- 🔥 Hot pot restaurants are great for cooking plain, unmarinated meats and seafood in pure broth or water.
- 🥓 Korean barbecue allows for grilled fatty cuts like LA galbi and pork belly—avoid marinated meats and sugary sides.
- 🍖 BBQ joints are suitable if you avoid sauces with sugar and focus on dry-rub meats like brisket and ribs.
- 🍔 Fast food burger joints (like Wendy’s) can work if you order plain beef patties with cheese, no sauces, and no buns.
- ❗ Always avoid sugar-laden sauces, breaded or fried foods, and ask for ingredient transparency when ordering. Key Insights
🥩 High-quality protein and fat are paramount: Steakhouses and BBQ joints are ideal because they focus on pure cuts of meat, often grass-fed or premium quality, minimizing the risk of hidden carbs or fillers. The emphasis on fattier cuts helps maintain satiety and meet carnivore diet fat macros.
🍣 Sashimi simplicity supports strict carnivore adherence: Sushi restaurants can be surprisingly suitable if you stick to sashimi, avoiding glazes or sushi rice. However, higher-end sushi places may add sauces or flavorings, so simple, local sushi joints are often safer for diet compliance.
🔥 Interactive dining with hot pot and Korean BBQ encourages customization: These communal dining styles let you cook plain, unmarinated meats yourself, which reduces carb risk. Still, vigilance is needed to avoid pre-marinated or processed options hidden with sugars or starches like fish balls and certain broths.
❌ Sauces and condiments are hidden carb traps: Most restaurants use sugar in sauces (ketchup, barbecue sauce, marinades), which can sneakily knock you out of ketosis. Asking for sauces on the side or avoiding them altogether is critical for maintaining carnivore diet purity.
💡 Adapting fast food is possible but requires careful ordering: Despite a reputation for unhealthy meals, burger chains can fit the carnivore lifestyle if you stick to plain beef patties, bacon, and cheese, and avoid buns and sauces. This offers an economical, convenient way to eat carnivore on the go.
🎯 Adopting a ‘progress over perfection’ approach relieves stress: Since restaurants prioritize flavor (often through carbs, seed oils, and seasonings), perfection is unrealistic. Being flexible, asking questions, and removing unwanted items can help maintain the diet without anxiety.
⚠️ Expect restaurant variability and ingredient ambiguity: Dish ingredients and preparation methods can vary and occasionally include hidden carbs or non-carnivore elements. This reality means self-awareness, menu vigilance, and open communication with staff are necessary for successful dining out on a carnivore diet.
This video is a well-rounded resource for anyone looking to maintain a strict carnivore, keto, or animal-based diet while dining out, providing practical tips, restaurant recommendations, and realistic expectations for social eating success.
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