Yard House Healthy Options & Low Calorie Menu (2026)

Q: What is the healthiest thing to eat at Yard House?

The healthiest options at Yard House include Steamed Edamame (180 cal), Shrimp Bowl (400 cal), Blackened Ahi Sashimi (450 cal), and Cilantro Lime Chicken (590 cal, 80g protein). For the best protein-to-calorie ratio, Cilantro Lime Chicken is the top pick.

Q: Does Yard House have a low calorie menu?

Yes. Yard House offers an Under 700 Calorie section. Items include Steamed Edamame (180 cal), Shrimp Bowl (400 cal), Chicken Bowl (480 cal), Steak Bowl (500 cal), Cilantro Lime Chicken (590 cal), Mediterranean Salmon (630 cal), and more.

Q: What is under 700 calories at Yard House?

Under 700 calorie options at Yard House include: Steamed Edamame (180), Shrimp Bowl (400), Blackened Ahi Sashimi (450), Chicken Bowl (480), Steak Bowl (500), Spicy Tuna Stack (550), Cilantro Lime Chicken (590), Mediterranean Salmon (630), Thai Grilled Pork Chop (660), and Sesame-Crusted Ahi Tuna (670).

Q: What has the most protein at Yard House?

Cilantro Lime Chicken leads with 80g of protein at 590 calories. Other high-protein options include Sesame-Crusted Ahi Tuna (54g protein, 670 cal), Mediterranean Salmon (50g protein, 630 cal), and Chicken Bowl (44g protein, 480 cal).

Q: Does Yard House have gluten-free options?

Yard House has a Gluten-Sensitive (GS) menu with modifications. Note that Yard House is not a gluten-free environment — cross-contact is possible. GS items include the Cobb Salad, Cilantro Lime Chicken, Sesame Crusted Ahi, Shrimp Bowl, Chicken Bowl, Steak Bowl, and more.

Eating Healthy at Yard House

Yard House officially designates items under 700 calories on its nutrition guide, and several dishes pack 40–80g of protein while staying well within that range. The under-700 section spans appetizers, salads, bowls, seafood, and chicken — a wider variety than most casual dining chains offer. For calorie and macro data across the full menu, see our Yard House Nutrition Facts page.

Under 700 Calories

14 items

All items at or below Yard House's official 700-calorie threshold. Calorie counts include sides and sauces unless otherwise noted.

🥗 Tips for Eating Lighter at Yard House

Swap fries for a side salad (saves ~200 calories on burgers and sandwiches)
Order taco proteins individually — the Carne Asada Taco is only 250 cal each
The Bowls (Steak, Chicken, Shrimp) are the most filling under-500-calorie entrées
Ask for gluten-sensitive modifications on burgers — lettuce-wrapped cuts ~400 calories vs. the full bun version
Salad dressings add 130–350 calories per 2 oz — ask for dressing on the side
Grilled proteins (salmon, chicken, shrimp) added to salads are all under 400 calories on their own

Highest Protein Options

Best protein-to-calorie ratio

Ranked by protein content. These items deliver the most protein per calorie — ideal if you're prioritizing muscle-friendly meals.

Notable Salads

Entrée salads

Yard House entrée salads vary widely in calories. Small sizes are almost always the smarter call, and adding grilled protein keeps you full without blowing your budget.

Yard House Under 700 Calorie Menu — Full Nutrition Table

All items from Yard House's official under-700-calorie designation. Protein, carbs, and fat are per serving as listed in the February 2026 nutrition guide.

Item	Category	Calories	Protein	Carbs	Fat	Tags
Steamed Edamame	Appetizers	180	16g	13g	8g	Vegan · GS
Traditional Caesar (Small)	Salads	410	16g	13g	34g	GS
Cobb Salad (Small)	Salads	410	15g	16g	34g	GS
Ahi Tuna Crunchy Salad (Small)	Salads	410	22g	20g	27g	GS
House Salad (Small)	Salads	430	19g	26g	29g	Veg · GS
Blackened Ahi Sashimi	Appetizers	450	29g	16g	30g	GS
Chicken Bowl	Steak & Chops	480	44g	43g	16g	GS
Steak Bowl	Steak & Chops	500	41g	44g	19g	GS
Shrimp Bowl	Steak & Chops	400	31g	44g	12g	GS
Spicy Tuna Stack	Appetizers	550	44g	20g	33g	GS
Cilantro Lime Chicken	Chicken	590	80g	30g	18g	GS
Mediterranean Salmon	Seafood	630	50g	23g	38g	GS
Thai Grilled Pork Chop	Steak & Chops	660	44g	56g	30g	—
Sesame-Crusted Ahi Tuna	Seafood	670	54g	28g	38g	GS

GS = Gluten-Sensitive available. Veg = Vegetarian. All values from Yard House official nutrition guide, last verified May 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the healthiest thing to eat at Yard House?

The healthiest option depends on your goal. For pure lowest calories: Steamed Edamame at 180 calories. For a full meal under 500 calories: Shrimp Bowl (400 cal) or Chicken Bowl (480 cal). For the best protein-to-calorie ratio: Cilantro Lime Chicken (590 cal, 80g protein).

Does Yard House have a low calorie menu?

Yes. Yard House designates items under 700 calories on its official nutrition guide. These span appetizers, salads, bowls, seafood, and chicken entrées. This page lists all 14 qualifying items with their full nutrition breakdown.

What is under 700 calories at Yard House?

The following items are under 700 calories (per the Feb 2026 nutrition guide): Steamed Edamame (180), Shrimp Bowl (400), Blackened Ahi Sashimi (450), Chicken Bowl (480), Steak Bowl (500), Spicy Tuna Stack (550), Cilantro Lime Chicken (590), Mediterranean Salmon (630), Thai Grilled Pork Chop (660), Sesame-Crusted Ahi Tuna (670), plus several small-sized salads and starter soups.

What has the most protein at Yard House?

Cilantro Lime Chicken leads with 80g protein at 590 calories — the best ratio on the menu. Other high-protein picks: Sesame-Crusted Ahi Tuna (54g, 670 cal), Mediterranean Salmon (50g, 630 cal), Chicken Bowl (44g, 480 cal), Spicy Tuna Stack (44g, 550 cal), and Steak Bowl (41g, 500 cal).

Does Yard House have gluten-free options?

Yard House offers a Gluten-Sensitive (GS) menu, but it is not a gluten-free environment — cross-contact from shared kitchen surfaces is possible. Most of the healthy options listed on this page (Bowls, Cilantro Lime Chicken, Mediterranean Salmon, Sesame Crusted Ahi, salads) are available in GS versions. Always inform your server.

How many calories are in the Yard House Chicken Bowl?

The Yard House Chicken Bowl contains 480 calories, with 44g of protein, 43g of carbs, and 16g of fat. It's one of the best balanced under-500-calorie entrées on the menu and is available gluten-sensitive.

How many calories in Yard House Cilantro Lime Chicken?

The Yard House Cilantro Lime Chicken has 590 calories with 80g of protein, 30g of carbs, and 18g of fat. It's the single highest-protein item under 700 calories on the entire menu.

Are there vegan options at Yard House?

Yard House has limited vegan options. The cleanest picks are Steamed Edamame (180 cal, vegan as-is) and Guac & Chips (540 cal, vegan). Several Gardein™ items can be modified to be vegan — including Gardein™ Lemon Pepper Wings, Gardein™ Whiskey Black Pepper Wings, Gardein™ Chicken Rice Bowl, and Sweet Potato Fries. Yard House is not a vegan environment — cross-contact is possible. Always tell your server.

Is Yard House keto-friendly?

Yard House doesn't have an official keto menu, but several items are low-carb friendly. Best keto picks: Blackened Ahi Sashimi (16g carbs), Cobb Salad small (16g carbs), GS Classic Cheese Burger lettuce-wrapped (11g carbs), Lemon Pepper Crispy Wings (7g carbs), and Cilantro Lime Chicken (30g carbs). Avoid bowls, tacos, and pasta dishes which are carb-heavy. Ask for dressings on the side as many add 10–50g of sugar.

Does Yard House have an allergen menu?

Yes. Yard House publishes a full Allergen Guide covering peanuts, tree nuts, soy, eggs, dairy, wheat/gluten, fish, molluscs, crustaceans, and sesame. Items cooked on the grill or in the fryer are marked as cross-contamination risks. You can contact Yard House at 1-800-272-9864 or via yardhouse.com/contact-us for specific allergen questions. Note that cross-contact in shared kitchen environments is always possible.

Are Yard House fries gluten-free?

Yard House fries are cooked in a shared fryer with items containing gluten, so they cannot be considered gluten-free. They are listed as gluten-sensitive (GS) options when ordered as part of the GS menu, meaning the fries themselves don't contain gluten ingredients — but cross-contact risk is significant. If you have celiac disease or a severe gluten allergy, Yard House recommends avoiding fried items entirely.

Nutrition Disclaimer Calorie and nutrition data sourced from Yard House's official Food & Beverage Nutrition Guide (February 9, 2026), last verified May 2026. Due to the handcrafted nature of menu items and changes in recipes, actual nutritional values may vary. Not all items are available at all locations. This site is not affiliated with Yard House or Darden Restaurants.