High-protein restaurant orders

45 high-protein orders from 13 chains with 20g of protein or more, from what people on GLP-1s shared and the chains' own menus, each linked to its source. Highest protein for the calories first, up to 3 per chain here.

Not a health rating or diet advice: a list goes by each item's published numbers or portion. What “GLP-1 friendly” means

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12-ct grilled nuggets, split across several meals

Chick-fil-A38g protein · 200 cal19g protein per 100 cal

12-count grilled chicken nuggets, eaten over several meals (some go on salads)

A Zepbound user quoted by Yahoo Life stretches one order over several meals

Source: Yahoo Life · Reported Jun 2025 · Report a problem with 12-ct grilled nuggets, split across several meals
From the chain's menu

High Protein Cup (Adobo Chicken)

ChipotleSide or snack as a meal32g protein · 180 cal17.8g protein per 100 cal

High Protein Cup: 4 oz Adobo Chicken on its own (snack/side size)

4 oz of plain Adobo Chicken: 32g protein for 180 cal (about 70% of calories from protein); snack-sized

Source: Chipotle Newsroom · Dated Dec 2025 · Report a problem with High Protein Cup (Adobo Chicken)
From the chain's menu

Iced Sugar-Free Vanilla Protein Latte

Starbucks29g protein · 200 cal14.5g protein per 100 cal

Grande Iced Sugar-Free Vanilla Protein Latte (protein-boosted 2% milk)

29g protein, 200 cal, 9g sugar in a grande

Source: Starbucks menu · Added Oct 2026 · Checked Oct 20 · Report a problem with Iced Sugar-Free Vanilla Protein Latte
From the chain's menuCuba Libre calls it ‘GLP-Wonderful’

GLP-Wonderful Pollo Asado

Cuba LibrePhiladelphia, PALighter portion56g protein · 430 cal13g protein per 100 cal

Pollo Asado from the GLP-Wonderful menu: grilled citrus-marinated chicken breast, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, broccolini (dinner only, no substitutions)

430 cal, 56g protein on the official GLP-Wonderful menu; AP reports the regular pollo asado is nearly 1,000 cal

Source: Cuba Libre GLP-Wonderful menu · Added Oct 2026 · Checked Oct 20 · Report a problem with GLP-Wonderful Pollo Asado
From the chain's menuSmoothie King calls it ‘The Activator Recovery GLP-1’

The Activator Recovery GLP-1 Almond Berry

Smoothie King24g protein · 200 cal12g protein per 100 cal

20 oz The Activator Recovery GLP-1 Almond Berry: strawberries, wild blueberries, Califia almond milk, coconut water, Gladiator strawberry protein

200 cal, 24g protein, 5g fiber, 0g added sugar (20 oz)

Source: Smoothie King menu · Dated Oct 2024 · Checked Oct 20 · Report a problem with The Activator Recovery GLP-1 Almond Berry
From the chain's menu

Sugar-Free Vanilla Protein Latte

Starbucks27g protein · 230 cal11.7g protein per 100 cal

Grande Sugar-Free Vanilla Protein Latte (hot, protein-boosted 2% milk)

27g protein, 230 cal, sugar-free syrup

Source: Starbucks menu · Added Oct 2026 · Checked Oct 20 · Report a problem with Sugar-Free Vanilla Protein Latte
From the chain's menuMcAlister's Deli calls it ‘GLP-1 Friendly’

Grilled Chicken Salad

McAlister's Deli48g protein · 420 cal11.4g protein per 100 cal

Grilled Chicken Salad: grilled chicken, bacon, cheddar-jack, tomato, cucumber and croutons on mixed greens

Highest-protein item on McAlister's GLP-1 menu: 48g protein, 420 cal

Source: McAlister's Deli GLP-1 Friendly menu · Dated Jun 2026 · Checked Oct 20 · Report a problem with Grilled Chicken Salad
From the chain's menuSmoothie King calls it ‘Slim-N-Trim GLP-1’

Slim-N-Trim GLP-1 Mango Greens

Smoothie King22g protein · 200 cal11g protein per 100 cal

20 oz Slim-N-Trim GLP-1 Mango Greens: mangoes, Greek yogurt, Califia almond milk, Slim-N-Trim blend, organic kale, ginger, spinach

200 cal, 22g protein, 5g fiber, 0g added sugar (20 oz)

Source: Smoothie King menu · Dated Oct 2024 · Checked Oct 20 · Report a problem with Slim-N-Trim GLP-1 Mango Greens
From the chain's menuMcAlister's Deli calls it ‘GLP-1 Friendly’

Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad

McAlister's Deli46g protein · 420 cal11g protein per 100 cal

Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad: romaine, grilled chicken, Parmesan, croutons, Caesar dressing

46g protein, 6g fiber, 420 cal

Source: McAlister's Deli GLP-1 Friendly menu · Dated Jun 2026 · Checked Oct 20 · Report a problem with Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad
From the chain's menu

Double High Protein Bowl

Chipotle81g protein · 760 cal10.7g protein per 100 cal

Double High Protein Bowl: double Adobo Chicken, light white rice, black beans, fajita veggies, fresh tomato salsa, Monterey Jack, extra romaine

Very high protein in one bowl; easy to split across two meals

Source: Chipotle Newsroom · Dated Dec 2025 · Report a problem with Double High Protein Bowl
From the chain's menu

Double High Protein Burrito

Chipotle79g protein · 840 cal9.4g protein per 100 cal

Double High Protein Burrito: double Adobo Chicken, fresh tomato salsa, fajita veggies, Monterey Jack, romaine

79g protein, 840 cal: the biggest of the six core High Protein Menu items

Source: Chipotle Newsroom · Dated Dec 2025 · Report a problem with Double High Protein Burrito
From the chain's menuCuba Libre calls it ‘GLP-Wonderful’

GLP-Wonderful Salmon a la Plancha

Cuba LibrePhiladelphia, PALighter portion42g protein · 450 cal9.3g protein per 100 cal

Salmon a la Plancha from the GLP-Wonderful menu: pan-seared skin-on salmon filet, EVOO, sea salt, grilled mushrooms and asparagus (dinner only, no substitutions)

450 cal, 42g protein on the official GLP-Wonderful menu

Source: Cuba Libre GLP-Wonderful menu · Added Oct 2026 · Checked Oct 20 · Report a problem with GLP-Wonderful Salmon a la Plancha
From the chain's menuCuba Libre calls it ‘GLP-Wonderful’

GLP-Wonderful Vaca Frita (Orlando)

Cuba LibreOrlando, FLLighter portion36g protein · 420 cal8.6g protein per 100 cal

Vaca Frita from the GLP-Wonderful menu: braised brisket shredded then seared, roasted onions, citrus-garlic sauce, broccolini, fresh avocado (dinner only, no substitutions)

420 cal, 36g protein on the official GLP-Wonderful menu

Source: Cuba Libre GLP-Wonderful menu · Added Oct 2026 · Checked Oct 20 · Report a problem with GLP-Wonderful Vaca Frita (Orlando)
From the chain's menuSmoothie King calls it ‘Pumpkin GLP-1 Slim-N-Trim’Limited time

Pumpkin GLP-1 Slim-N-Trim (20 oz)

Smoothie King23g protein · 300 cal7.7g protein per 100 cal

20 oz Pumpkin GLP-1 Slim-N-Trim: organic pumpkin, Califia almond milk, Slim-N-Trim blend, bananas, almonds, spice blend

Seasonal: 300 cal, 23g protein, 9g fiber, 0g added sugar (20 oz)

Source: Smoothie King release (via Franchising.com) · Dated Aug 2026 · Checked Oct 20 · Report a problem with Pumpkin GLP-1 Slim-N-Trim (20 oz)
From the chain's menu

Double SmokeShack Lettuce Wrap

Shake Shack52g protein · 690 cal7.5g protein per 100 cal

Double SmokeShack, lettuce wrap: two Angus beef patties, American cheese, bacon, cherry peppers, ShackSauce (no bun)

Two patties and bacon in lettuce instead of a bun; 52g protein, 5g carbs

Source: Shake Shack · Dated Dec 2025 · Report a problem with Double SmokeShack Lettuce Wrap
From the chain's menu

Double Avocado Bacon Burger Lettuce Wrap

Shake Shack51g protein · 690 cal7.4g protein per 100 cal

Double Avocado Bacon Burger, lettuce wrap: two patties, American cheese, hand-sliced avocado, bacon (no bun)

Double burger with avocado and bacon in lettuce instead of a bun; 51g protein, 4g carbs

Source: Shake Shack · Dated Dec 2025 · Report a problem with Double Avocado Bacon Burger Lettuce Wrap
From the chain's menuSome areas only

Street Corn Salad (launched as Double Pollo)

El Pollo Loco53g protein · 720 cal7.4g protein per 100 cal

Street Corn Salad: double fire-grilled chicken, avocado, cotija, corn, red peppers, salsa fresca, greens; creamy cilantro dressing

53g protein, 720 cal with the creamy cilantro dressing (390 cal before dressing)

Source: El Pollo Loco press release (GlobeNewswire via Finviz) · Dated Jan 2026 · Checked Oct 20 · Report a problem with Street Corn Salad (launched as Double Pollo)
From the chain's menuNews report

Baja Chicken Protein Pocket

Subway24g protein · 330 cal7.3g protein per 100 cal

Baja Chicken Protein Pocket: grilled chicken strips, Monterey cheddar, lettuce, tomatoes, jalapenos, Baja Chipotle sauce

24g protein, 330 cal for $3.99

Source: The Daily Meal · Reported Jan 2026 · Checked Oct 20 · Report a problem with Baja Chicken Protein Pocket
From the chain's menuNews report

Peppercorn Ranch Chicken Protein Pocket

Subway24g protein · 330 cal7.3g protein per 100 cal

Peppercorn Ranch Chicken Protein Pocket: grilled chicken, Monterey cheddar, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, Peppercorn Ranch

24g protein, 330 cal for $3.99

Source: The Daily Meal · Reported Jan 2026 · Checked Oct 20 · Report a problem with Peppercorn Ranch Chicken Protein Pocket
From the chain's menuNews report

Mongolian Beef, Medium Size

P.F. Chang'sLighter portion36g protein · 510 cal7.1g protein per 100 cal

Mongolian Beef, medium size (rice not included)

Chain added half appetizers and medium entrees in Sept 2025

Source: Restaurant Dive · Reported Sep 2025 · Checked Oct 20 · Report a problem with Mongolian Beef, Medium Size
From the chain's menu

Single ShackBurger Lettuce Wrap

Shake Shack23g protein · 330 cal7g protein per 100 cal

Single ShackBurger, lettuce wrap: quarter-pound beef patty, American cheese, tomato, ShackSauce (no bun)

One patty in lettuce instead of a bun; 23g protein, 3g carbs

Source: Shake Shack · Dated Dec 2025 · Report a problem with Single ShackBurger Lettuce Wrap
From the chain's menuNews report

Turkey & Ham Protein Pocket

Subway21g protein · 320 cal6.6g protein per 100 cal

Turkey & Ham Protein Pocket: oven roasted turkey, Black Forest ham, provolone, lettuce, tomato, pickles, honey mustard

Lowest-calorie pocket: 21g protein, 320 cal

Source: The Daily Meal · Reported Jan 2026 · Checked Oct 20 · Report a problem with Turkey & Ham Protein Pocket
From the chain's menuSome areas only

Mexican Caesar Salad (launched as Double Pollo)

El Pollo Loco55g protein · 860 cal6.4g protein per 100 cal

Mexican Caesar Salad: double fire-grilled chopped chicken breast, avocado, cotija, tortilla strips, chili-lime seasoning, salsa fresca, greens; Mexican Caesar dressing

55g protein, 860 cal with the Mexican Caesar dressing (420 cal before dressing)

Source: El Pollo Loco press release (GlobeNewswire via Finviz) · Dated Jan 2026 · Checked Oct 20 · Report a problem with Mexican Caesar Salad (launched as Double Pollo)
Real orderNews report

Dave's Single 'protein-style'

Wendy's24g protein · 420 cal (as reported)5.7g protein per 100 cal

Dave's Single 'protein-style' (on lettuce, no bun, no fries)

Bunless fast-food order, via Yahoo Life

Source: Yahoo Life · Reported Jun 2025 · Report a problem with Dave's Single 'protein-style'
From the chain's menuNews report

Lighter Portions Chicken Parmigiana

Olive GardenLighter portion36g protein · 630 cal5.7g protein per 100 cal

Chicken Parmigiana from the Lighter Portions menu (at launch: after 3pm weekdays, all day weekends, per Newsweek Dec 2025)

Smaller portion: 630 cal / 36g protein vs 1,020 cal / 64g regular

Source: NBC News (via NBC Boston) · Reported Jan 2026 · Checked Oct 20 · Report a problem with Lighter Portions Chicken Parmigiana
From the chain's menu

Grilled Chicken Teriyaki Protein Bowl

Jack in the Box28g protein · 590 cal4.7g protein per 100 cal

Grilled Chicken Teriyaki Protein Bowl: grilled chicken strips, white rice, broccoli, carrots, teriyaki sauce

Grilled chicken and vegetables over rice: 28g protein, 590 cal

Source: Jack in the Box menu · Added Oct 2026 · Checked Oct 20 · Report a problem with Grilled Chicken Teriyaki Protein Bowl