Eating on the go doesn't have to derail your weight loss goals! Here are our top picks for healthy fast-food options in the Brandon and Valrico area, complete with our "Hero Pick" recommendations and calorie information to help you stay on track with your macros and TDEE goals.
Wawa
2224 Bloomingdale Ave, Valrico, FL
Hero Pick: Hoagie Bowl
Skip the bread and opt for a bowl to cut carbs while keeping all the flavor.
Chicken Salad Chick
965 E Bloomingdale Ave, Brandon, FL
Hero Pick: Classic Carol Chicken Salad (on lettuce or in a scoop)
High protein, lower calorie option. Skip the croissant and choose lettuce wraps or scoops. Approximately 200-250 calories per scoop.
Chipotle
829 E Bloomingdale Ave, Brandon, FL
Hero Pick: Lifestyle Bowl
Build your bowl with lean protein, veggies, and skip the rice/tortilla. Approximately 400-500 calories depending on protein choice.
Jersey Mike's
977 E Bloomingdale Ave, Brandon, FL
Hero Pick: Order in a bowl (no bread)
Get all the sandwich fillings without the bread. Load up on lean meats and veggies. Approximately 300-400 calories.
PDQ
134 S Gornto Lake Rd, Brandon, FL
Hero Pick: Grilled chicken with coleslaw
Stick to grilled options and skip the fried. Coleslaw adds fiber and nutrients. Grilled tenders: ~200 calories, coleslaw: ~100 calories.
Chick-fil-A
2010 Bloomingdale Ave, Valrico, FL
Hero Pick: Grilled tenders with kale crunch or fruit bowl
Grilled tenders: ~140 calories (3-piece), Kale Crunch Side: ~120 calories, Fruit Cup: ~60 calories. Skip the sauces or use sparingly.
Starbucks
1920 Bloomingdale Ave, Valrico, FL
Hero Pick: Protein coffee with almond milk
Ask for protein coffee with almond milk to cut calories. Regular coffee with almond milk: ~30 calories. Add protein powder for ~100 calories. Skip the syrups and whipped cream.
Subway
Multiple locations in Brandon/Valrico area
Hero Pick: 6" Turkey or Chicken Breast on 9-Grain Wheat (or as a salad)
6" Turkey sub: ~280 calories, 6" Chicken Breast: ~320 calories. Load up on veggies, skip mayo, use mustard or vinegar. Better yet, order as a salad for even fewer calories.