American keto guide
Safe Harbor
370 dishes105 keto as served130 with a photo
Keto friendliness
Incredibly accommodating; the foundational diner and steakhouse culture makes keto modifications effortless and universally understood.
Top ingredients
Ribeye steaks, bunless burgers, bacon, eggs, roasted poultry, and butter-drenched green beans.
Danger zones
Watch out for hidden sugars in BBQ sauces and ketchup, breaded fried items, and the ubiquitous French fries.
Best for
Adaptable keto dieters looking for easy, high-protein staples and familiar, low-friction restaurant ordering.
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Broiled Lobster Tail with Drawn Butter
Sweet, succulent lobster tail broiled to perfection, served with a generous portion of warm, clarified drawn b…
1 net1 total0 fibre50 protein60 fat700 kcal
Deviled Eggs
Classic Deviled Eggs
A classic appetizer featuring hard-boiled egg whites filled with a creamy, savory mixture of egg yolks, mayonn…
2 net2 total0 fibre12 protein22 fat250 kcal
Eggs Benedict Florentine (No English Muffin)
Poached Eggs Florentine with Hollandaise Sauce
Two perfectly poached eggs and a generous serving of sautéed spinach, smothered in a rich, buttery hollandaise…
2 net4 total2 fibre18 protein65 fat700 kcal
Smoked Turkey Leg (No Sauce)
A substantial, slow-smoked turkey leg, seasoned with a savory, un-sugared rub and smoked until exceptionally t…
2 net3 total1 fibre80 protein50 fat800 kcal
Beef Carpaccio with Arugula and Shaved Parmesan
Thinly Sliced Raw Beef with Arugula and Parmesan (No Bread)
Very thinly sliced raw beef tenderloin, typically drizzled with olive oil and lemon, topped with fresh arugula…
3 net5 total2 fibre40 protein45 fat550 kcal
Broiled Flounder with Lemon Butter and Sautéed Spinach
A lightly seasoned flounder fillet, broiled to flaky perfection, served with a generous dollop of lemon-infuse…
3 net6 total3 fibre40 protein40 fat550 kcal
Crispy Pork Belly
Slow-Roasted Crispy Pork Belly with Dijon Mustard
Thick-cut, slow-roasted pork belly with a perfectly rendered, crispy skin and tender, flavorful meat. Often se…
3 net3 total0 fibre45 protein70 fat800 kcal
Chicken Roulade with Spinach and Feta
Chicken breast pounded thin, rolled around a delicious filling of spinach and crumbled feta cheese, then baked…
4 net6 total2 fibre68 protein50 fat700 kcal
Classic Tuna Salad (Lettuce Wraps)
Classic Tuna Salad Lettuce Wraps
A staple American deli item, creamy tuna salad made with mayonnaise, finely chopped celery, and seasonings. Se…
4 net6 total2 fibre40 protein48 fat600 kcal
Dry-Rubbed Smoked Chicken Wings (No Sauce)
Smoked Chicken Wings with Dry Rub
Whole chicken wings (drumettes and flats) seasoned generously with a savory, sugar-free dry rub and slow-smoke…
4 net5 total1 fibre70 protein60 fat850 kcal
Filet Mignon
Pan-Seared Filet Mignon with Asparagus and Hollandaise
A thick-cut, tender beef filet pan-seared or grilled to your preferred doneness, served with steamed asparagus…
4 net8 total4 fibre70 protein75 fat950 kcal
Hot Roast Beef
Sliced Hot Roast Beef with Natural Au Jus, Served with Sautéed Broccoli
Tender, thinly sliced hot roast beef served simply with its natural, savory pan juices (au jus) and a generous…
4 net7 total3 fibre65 protein45 fat700 kcal
Keto Pork Belly Benedict
Poached Eggs and Crispy Pork Belly with Hollandaise Sauce, Served with Sautéed Spinach
A decadent breakfast or brunch dish featuring perfectly poached eggs atop crispy, savory pork belly, all smoth…
4 net6 total2 fibre48 protein75 fat900 kcal
New York Strip Steak
New York Strip Steak with Keto Sides
A thick-cut New York Strip steak, grilled or pan-seared to perfection, served with a generous portion of sauté…
4 net8 total4 fibre90 protein65 fat900 kcal
Pork Belly Burnt Ends
Smoked Pork Belly Burnt Ends (No Sugary Glaze)
Crispy, tender, and intensely flavorful cubes of smoked pork belly, seasoned with a savory rub and slow-cooked…
4 net5 total1 fibre60 protein95 fat1100 kcal
Roasted Bone Marrow (with Keto Sides)
Luxurious beef bone marrow, roasted until glistening and spoon-tender, often served with a simple parsley and …
4 net5 total1 fibre20 protein75 fat750 kcal
Slow-Smoked Beef Brisket
Slow-Smoked Brisket (No Sugary Sauce)
Tender, succulent beef brisket slow-smoked for hours to achieve a deep smoky flavor and fall-apart texture. Ty…
4 net5 total1 fibre75 protein78 fat1000 kcal
Baked Cod
Baked Cod with Lemon Butter and Keto Vegetables
Flaky baked cod fillet, seasoned and served with a rich lemon-butter sauce. Accompanied by steamed or sautéed …
5 net10 total5 fibre45 protein40 fat600 kcal
Baked Ham Steak with Fried Eggs
A thick slice of savory baked ham steak, pan-fried, served alongside two fried eggs. A classic diner or breakf…
5 net5 total0 fibre50 protein45 fat600 kcal
Garlic Butter Shrimp (No Pasta)
Garlic Butter Shrimp with Keto Sides
Large shrimp sautéed in a luxurious garlic butter sauce, often with a hint of white wine and lemon, served wit…
5 net8 total3 fibre45 protein55 fat680 kcal
Grilled Lamb Chops
Grilled Lamb Chops with Garlic Butter Broccolini
Succulent lamb chops, typically loin or rib, grilled or pan-seared to perfection. Served with tender broccolin…
5 net9 total4 fibre60 protein68 fat880 kcal
Grilled Mahi-Mahi
Grilled Mahi-Mahi with Lemon Butter Sauce and Roasted Asparagus
A flaky, firm mahi-mahi fillet, grilled and topped with a rich lemon butter sauce, served alongside perfectly …
5 net10 total5 fibre60 protein55 fat750 kcal
Grilled Salmon with Sautéed Green Beans
A flavorful grilled salmon fillet, flaky and rich in omega-3s, accompanied by tender sautéed green beans.…
5 net10 total5 fibre50 protein65 fat800 kcal
Half Roast Chicken with Roasted Asparagus
A flavorful and juicy half portion of slow-roasted or rotisserie chicken, typically served with crispy skin, p…
5 net10 total5 fibre80 protein75 fat1050 kcal
Herb-Roasted Turkey Breast with Keto Gravy
Succulent, herb-roasted turkey breast, sliced thick and served with a rich, unthickened, low-carb turkey gravy…
5 net8 total3 fibre75 protein45 fat700 kcal
Keto Chicken Cordon Bleu
Pan-Seared Chicken Breast Stuffed with Ham and Swiss Cheese, with Cream Sauce
A classic dish featuring a tender chicken breast pounded thin, wrapped around slices of savory ham and creamy …
5 net7 total2 fibre68 protein60 fat800 kcal
Keto Tuna Melt
Albacore Tuna Salad with Melted Cheddar Cheese, Served in Lettuce Wraps
A hot, savory dish featuring albacore tuna salad (made with keto-friendly mayonnaise and seasonings) topped wi…
5 net6 total1 fibre45 protein45 fat600 kcal
Pan-Seared Scallops
Pan-Seared Scallops with Lemon Butter Sauce and Asparagus
Large, succulent sea scallops seared to a golden crust, served with a simple lemon butter sauce and tender asp…
5 net8 total3 fibre40 protein35 fat520 kcal
Pan-Seared Steak Oscar (Keto Sides)
Pan-Seared Steak Topped with Crab and Hollandaise, with Keto Sides
A luxurious American dish featuring a perfectly pan-seared beef steak, generously topped with succulent crab m…
5 net8 total3 fibre70 protein75 fat950 kcal
Pork Belly and Braised Collard Greens
Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside pork belly, slow-braised to perfection, served alongside savory co…
5 net12 total7 fibre50 protein90 fat1050 kcal
Roasted Pork Loin with Keto Sides
Pan-Seared Pork Loin with Sautéed Broccoli
A tender, lean cut of pork loin, often pan-seared or roasted with herbs and garlic. Served with a generous sid…
5 net8 total3 fibre70 protein48 fat720 kcal
Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
Mushrooms Stuffed with Sausage and Cream Cheese
Button or cremini mushroom caps filled with a savory mixture of cooked ground sausage, cream cheese, herbs, an…
5 net7 total2 fibre25 protein35 fat420 kcal
Seared Sirloin with Creamed Spinach
A generous cut of sirloin steak, pan-seared to your preferred doneness, accompanied by a rich and creamy side …
5 net8 total3 fibre80 protein70 fat950 kcal
Steak and Eggs
Steak and Eggs (No Toast, No Potatoes)
A classic breakfast or brunch dish featuring a grilled steak (e.g., sirloin or strip) cooked to your preferenc…
5 net5 total0 fibre80 protein60 fat850 kcal
Steak Diane
Pan-Seared Steak Diane with Creamy Mushroom Sauce and Sautéed Asparagus
A classic American steak dish featuring pan-seared beef (e.g., tenderloin or sirloin) served with a rich, velv…
5 net9 total4 fibre75 protein85 fat1050 kcal
Blackened Catfish with Keto Collard Greens
Catfish fillet seasoned with a spicy blackened rub and seared in a screaming hot pan, served with slow-cooked …
6 net12 total6 fibre45 protein50 fat700 kcal
Chicken Liver Pâté with Low-Carb Dippers
Rich Chicken Liver Pâté Served with Cucumber Slices and Pork Rinds
A smooth, rich chicken liver pâté, often made with butter, cream, and a touch of spirits. Served with suitable…
6 net8 total2 fibre25 protein55 fat600 kcal
Chicken Salad
Keto Chicken Salad (Lettuce Wraps)
Creamy chicken salad made with shredded chicken, mayonnaise, celery, and savory herbs. Served as a cold plate …
6 net10 total4 fibre45 protein50 fat600 kcal
Chorizo and Scrambled Eggs
Spicy Chorizo Sausage with Scrambled Eggs
A hearty breakfast or brunch dish featuring spicy, crumbled chorizo sausage mixed with fluffy scrambled eggs. …
6 net6 total0 fibre45 protein55 fat680 kcal
Creamed Spinach
A rich and decadent side dish made from chopped spinach simmered in a creamy sauce, typically with Parmesan or…
6 net10 total4 fibre10 protein30 fat350 kcal
Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad (No Croutons)
Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad (Crouton-Free)
Crisp romaine lettuce tossed in a creamy Caesar dressing, topped with generous slices of perfectly grilled chi…
6 net10 total4 fibre60 protein55 fat750 kcal
Keto 'Mushroom Swiss Burger' (Bunless)
Bunless Mushroom Swiss Burger
A juicy beef patty topped with savory sautéed mushrooms and melted Swiss cheese, served wrapped in crisp lettu…
6 net8 total2 fibre45 protein50 fat650 kcal
Keto Rueben (Lettuce Wrap)
Corned Beef, Swiss, Sauerkraut, and Russian Dressing in Lettuce Wraps
A classic American deli sandwich reimagined for a keto lifestyle, featuring layers of tender corned beef, melt…
6 net10 total4 fibre50 protein55 fat700 kcal
Keto Seafood Au Gratin
Baked Mixed Seafood Au Gratin (Shrimp, Scallops, Crab) with Cream and Cheese
A decadent baked dish featuring a medley of fresh shrimp, scallops, and crab meat (or a combination) smothered…
6 net8 total2 fibre58 protein75 fat900 kcal
Keto Shrimp and Artichoke Gratin
Baked Shrimp and Artichoke Hearts in a Rich Creamy Cheese Sauce (No Breadcrumbs)
A flavorful baked dish combining succulent shrimp and tender artichoke hearts in a luscious, cheesy cream sauc…
6 net10 total4 fibre52 protein70 fat850 kcal
Maryland Crab Imperial (No Breadcrumbs)
Maryland Crab Imperial (Baked Crab Casserole, No Breadcrumbs)
A classic rich and creamy baked crab dish, featuring lump crab meat bound in a decadent sauce, usually topped …
6 net7 total1 fibre40 protein60 fat700 kcal
Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Sautéed Spinach
Juicy pan-seared or grilled pork chops, cooked to perfection, accompanied by a healthy portion of garlic-sauté…
6 net10 total4 fibre80 protein65 fat950 kcal
Pan-Seared Swordfish
Pan-Seared Swordfish with Lemon-Caper Butter Sauce and Roasted Broccoli
A thick, firm swordfish steak pan-seared or grilled, served with a tangy lemon-caper butter sauce. Accompanied…
6 net10 total4 fibre60 protein40 fat650 kcal
Plain Buffalo Wings (Naked)
Deep-fried chicken wings tossed in a classic spicy, buttery buffalo sauce, served unbreaded for a keto-friendl…
6 net8 total2 fibre70 protein85 fat1050 kcal
Pork Belly and Kimchi (No Rice)
Crispy Pork Belly with Spicy Fermented Cabbage
Crispy, rendered pork belly served alongside tangy and spicy fermented kimchi. A savory and vibrant dish, ofte…
6 net10 total4 fibre40 protein70 fat800 kcal
Ribeye Steak with Side Salad
A generously portioned, juicy ribeye steak, pan-seared or grilled to perfection, served with a fresh, crisp si…
6 net10 total4 fibre90 protein110 fat1350 kcal
Roast Beef Platter
Roast Beef Platter with Keto Sides
Slices of tender, slow-roasted beef, typically served medium-rare, accompanied by rich pan jus. Modified to in…
6 net12 total6 fibre70 protein60 fat900 kcal
Roasted Cornish Game Hen with Sautéed Asparagus
A whole, personal-sized Cornish game hen, seasoned with herbs and roasted until its skin is crispy and the mea…
6 net10 total4 fibre70 protein65 fat900 kcal
Smoked Salmon Platter (Keto Dippers)
Generous slices of rich, cold-smoked salmon, typically served with traditional accompaniments like cream chees…
6 net8 total2 fibre40 protein45 fat600 kcal
Spinach Artichoke Dip (with Low-Carb Dippers)
Creamy Spinach Artichoke Dip with Celery & Cucumber
A rich and cheesy hot dip made with tender spinach, chopped artichoke hearts, and a blend of cream cheese, sou…
6 net10 total4 fibre25 protein55 fat600 kcal
Steak Tartare (with Keto Dippers)
Finely diced raw beef tenderloin, mixed with capers, shallots, Dijon mustard, cornichons, and an egg yolk, sea…
6 net8 total2 fibre55 protein48 fat650 kcal
American Chopped Salad with Grilled Chicken (No Corn, No Croutons, Keto Dressing)
Chopped Salad with Grilled Chicken and Keto Vinaigrette
A large, hearty salad featuring crisp lettuce, chopped grilled chicken, hard-boiled eggs, cheese, bacon, and v…
7 net12 total5 fibre55 protein50 fat700 kcal
Baked Flounder with Crab Stuffing (Keto)
Baked Flounder with Keto Crab Stuffing
Delicate baked flounder fillets filled with a savory, low-carb crab stuffing, typically made with lump crab me…
7 net9 total2 fibre55 protein48 fat680 kcal
Braised Beef Pot Roast (Keto Version)
Slow-Cooked Pot Roast with Non-Starchy Vegetables
Tender slow-cooked beef chuck roast, braised in savory broth with aromatic herbs, served with a side of steame…
7 net10 total3 fibre70 protein60 fat850 kcal
Bunless Philly Cheesesteak
Thinly sliced, tender steak sautéed with onions and bell peppers, generously topped with melted provolone chee…
7 net10 total3 fibre60 protein65 fat850 kcal
Questions people ask
What can I eat at an American restaurant on keto?
Good orders that are keto as served include Broiled Lobster Tail with Drawn Butter (1g net carbs), Deviled Eggs (2g net carbs), Broiled Flounder with Lemon Butter and (3g net carbs), Crispy Pork Belly (3g net carbs), Chicken Roulade with Spinach and Feta (4g net carbs) and Pork Belly and Braised Collard Greens (5g net carbs). Of the 370 American dishes in this guide, 105 are keto as served.
Is American food keto-friendly?
Keto Atlas rates American food "Safe Harbor" for keto. Incredibly accommodating; the foundational diner and steakhouse culture makes keto modifications effortless and universally understood.
What American dishes should I avoid on keto?
Watch out for hidden sugars in BBQ sauces and ketchup, breaded fried items, and the ubiquitous French fries. Dishes to skip include Maryland Crab Soup (22g), Stuffed Cabbage Rolls with Keto Filling (16g), Keto American Chop Suey (19g) and Keto Brunswick Stew (17g).
How do I order American food keto-style?
Many dishes become keto with one small request. For Eggs Benedict Florentine: omit the English muffin completely. Confirm no flour or starch thickeners are used in the hollandaise sauce. For Smoked Turkey Leg: crucially request no BBQ sauce, glazes, or any rub containing sugar. Confirm the rub used is sugar-free.