794
balanced fast-food screen
4.3% of analyzable records · 101 restaurants represented
score ≥80, protein ≥15g, calories 100–700
Low-Calorie Restaurant Options
GLP-1 medications reduce appetite, which means smaller meals are the norm. When calories are limited, every one needs to work harder. These items come in under 400 calories while still delivering meaningful nutrition.
The short answer
The best low-calorie fast-food options are complete orders under 400 calories that still provide at least 10g of protein. The table excludes zero-calorie condiments and ranks qualifying items by overall GLP Food Score.
What to look for
- Low calorie is most useful when the serving still contributes protein and other meaningful nutrition.
- The recommendation is the exact named order; unverified ingredient-removal estimates are not included.
- Check the linked item record because restaurant serving sizes and recipes can change.
How items qualify
- 100–400 calories for the listed serving
- 10g or more protein
- GLP Food Score of 80 or higher
- Complete menu item rather than a condiment or beverage add-on
Original restaurant dataset snapshot
We screened 18,456 canonical restaurant item records across 159 active restaurant datasets. The results below are reproducible numeric screens—not clinical outcomes, endorsements, or predictions of individual tolerance.
466
high-protein fast-food screen
2.5% of analyzable records · 77 restaurants represented
score ≥80, protein ≥25g, calories 150–700
693
low-calorie fast-food screen
3.8% of analyzable records · 97 restaurants represented
score ≥80, protein ≥10g, calories 100–400
Snapshot generated 2026-08-14. Required numeric fields were available for 18,456 records. Counts may change when restaurant data is refreshed. Download the machine-readable snapshot.
Five standout orders
These are complete, first-party-sourced orders from the comparison below. Order each item as named; we do not subtract ingredients unless the restaurant publishes a verified nutrition adjustment.
#1 · Carrabba's
Carrabba's Kids Grilled Shrimp and Steamed Broccoli
30g protein · 160 calories · 5g net carbs · score 99/100
Serving: 1 Serving · Verified Aug 15, 2026 · First-party source ↗
#2 · Wawa
Wawa Turkey BLT Express Salad
23g protein · 240 calories · 5g net carbs · score 93/100
Serving: 286 g configured item · Verified Aug 15, 2026 · First-party source ↗
#3 · Longhorn
Longhorn Redrock Grilled Shrimp 12 ct.
46g protein · 240 calories · 2g net carbs · score 92/100
Serving: 12 ct · Verified Aug 15, 2026 · First-party source ↗
#4 · Blimpie
Blimpie Chicken Caesar
22g protein · 160 calories · 4g net carbs · score 91/100
Serving: 269 g · Verified Aug 14, 2026 · First-party source ↗
#5 · Pizza Ranch
Pizza Ranch Broasted Chicken Breast
32g protein · 270 calories · 4g net carbs · score 90/100
Serving: 1 breast · Verified Aug 15, 2026 · First-party source ↗
Low-calorie fast-food comparison
How to use this guide
The 400-calorie ceiling is an editorial filter that makes restaurant options easier to compare; it is not a recommended meal allowance.
Calories are interpreted with protein and the rest of the nutrition profile because a very low-calorie condiment or drink is not a complete order.
Review the scoring methodology and nutrition source and freshness policy before relying on a comparison.
Important limitations
- Energy needs vary substantially.
- Preparation and portioning can change the delivered calories.
- A low-calorie score does not measure micronutrient adequacy or long-term diet quality.
Low-calorie fast-food FAQ
What fast food is under 400 calories?
This guide lists complete restaurant items between 100 and 400 calories with at least 10g of protein and a GLP Food Score of 80 or higher.
Why exclude items below 100 calories?
Very low-calorie results are often sauces, condiments, drinks, or side components rather than complete orders. This guide is designed around practical meal choices.
Are calorie values exact?
Values apply to the restaurant serving represented in the linked nutrition record. Portioning, recipes, availability, and preparation can vary, so review the serving basis and source information.
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