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Lion's Choice Macro Hacks: Best High-Protein Orders in 2026

March 28, 2026
8 min read
Real data, not estimates. All macros shown are from real MacroMate menu hacks — the same data you'll find in the app.

In this guide:

Why Lion's Choice Works for Macro Trackers

Lion's Choice is a Midwest roast beef chain known for roast beef sandwiches and lean proteins. If you are tracking macros and eating out regularly, knowing how to order here is essential — because the difference between a 350-calorie, high-protein meal and a macro-wrecking order is usually just one or two substitutions.

The menu has hidden gems once you know the protein-to-calorie math. MacroMate has mapped out 24 optimized Lion's Choice builds — including the King Turkey at 310 cal / 36g protein for cutting and the Chili, Bowl at 550 cal / 34g protein for bulking.

The key at Lion's Choice is knowing which items carry their weight in protein and which ones front-load fat or carbs with minimal payoff. This guide breaks down the best builds in each category with exact macros straight from the MacroMate database.

Best Lion's Choice Orders for Cutting

The King Turkey is the top pick when you are in a caloric deficit at Lion's Choice. At 310 calories with 36g protein, the protein-to-calorie ratio of 0.116 puts it among the most efficient cuts on the menu. The instructions: Order as is This is the build to memorize for deficit days.

King Turkey

Order as is

310 cal 36g protein 26g carbs 7g fat Best Bet

When cutting, the goal is maximum protein per calorie consumed. The King Turkey delivers 36g of protein for just 310 calories, leaving plenty of room in your daily budget for other meals. With only 26g of carbs and 7g of fat, the macro split is clean for a deficit.

MacroMate has 3 more Lion's Choice Cutting builds — ranging from 110 to 350 calories. See all 4 Cutting builds ranked in the app.

Best Lion's Choice Orders for Bulking

For a caloric surplus at Lion's Choice, the Chili, Bowl is the anchor build. At 550 calories with 34g protein, it delivers serious mass-building fuel in a single order. Order guidance: Order as is

Chili, Bowl

Order as is

550 cal 34g protein 44g carbs 26g fat Best Bet

Bulking at Lion's Choice is about hitting high calories with enough protein to support muscle growth. The Chili, Bowl at 550 cal / 34g protein achieves both. The 26g of fat content means calorie density is high — exactly what you need when eating for size.

MacroMate has 4 more Lion's Choice Bulking builds — ranging from 350 to 660 calories. See all 5 Bulking builds ranked in the app.

Best Lion's Choice Orders for Maintenance

Maintenance is about consistency, and the Large Turkey at Lion's Choice is built for it. At 350 calories with 30g protein, it hits a balanced macro profile you can order on autopilot. Order as is

Large Turkey

Order as is

350 cal 30g protein 41g carbs 6g fat Best Bet

The Large Turkey gives you 30g of protein at 350 calories — a ratio that works whether you are maintaining weight, slowly recomping, or just trying to eat well. 41g carbs and 6g fat round out a nutritionally balanced fast food meal.

MacroMate has 4 more Lion's Choice Maintenance builds — ranging from 190 to 320 calories. See all 5 Maintenance builds ranked in the app.

Best Lion's Choice Orders for Keto

Keto at Lion's Choice means finding items with minimal carbs and solid protein. The King Roast Beef (No Bun) delivers with just 1g of carbs and 35g protein at 230 calories. Order tip: Request the King Roast Beef served bun-less; this drops carbs to about 1 gram That carb count keeps you in ketosis while the 9g of fat maintains the keto macro split.

King Roast Beef (No Bun)

Request the King Roast Beef served bun-less; this drops carbs to about 1 gram

230 cal 35g protein 1g carbs 9g fat

The King Roast Beef (No Bun) is genuinely keto-compatible at Lion's Choice. Under 1g of net carbs with 35g protein means no need for creative substitutions — just order it as directed and you are covered for the day's fat and protein targets.

MacroMate has 4 more Lion's Choice Keto builds — ranging from 110 to 190 calories. See all 5 Keto builds ranked in the app.

Lion's Choice Ordering Hacks That Matter

Knowing the specific builds is only part of the equation. These ordering principles will help you stay on track at Lion's Choice regardless of which build you choose.

Prioritize the King Turkey (No Bun) for protein efficiency. At 190 cal with 32g protein, the protein-to-calorie ratio of 0.168 is one of the best on the Lion's Choice menu. Order the King Turkey without its bun (if available) to keep carbs under 2 grams

The Original Turkey (No Bun) is your low-calorie anchor. At just 110 calories with 16g protein, this is the order when you are tight on your daily budget. Request the Original Turkey without the bun; this keeps carbs at zero and bumps the ratio

Watch the add-ons. At Lion's Choice, sauces, dressings, and sides can quietly add 200-400 calories to an otherwise lean order. Ask for sauces on the side, skip cheese where you can, and opt for water over soda — those three habits alone can save you 300+ calories per visit.

For keto, the Original Turkey (No Bun) Keto is your go-to. Only 0g of carbs with 16g protein. Ask for the Original Turkey without the bun to eliminate carbs

What to Always Avoid at Lion's Choice

Not every item at Lion's Choice is worth the calories. These are the orders most likely to derail your macros — high in fat or carbs relative to their protein content.

Watch out for the King Roast Beef (350 cal). At 350 calories with 39g protein, this has a low protein-to-calorie ratio that makes it a poor choice when cutting. If you order it, make sure you are in a surplus and it fits your goal for the day.

Watch out for the Large Turkey (350 cal). At 350 calories with 30g protein, this has a low protein-to-calorie ratio that makes it a poor choice when cutting. If you order it, make sure you are in a surplus and it fits your goal for the day.

Default sides and combos add up fast. At Lion's Choice, the default sides — fries, chips, sugary drinks — can add 400-600 calories without meaningfully increasing your protein intake. Swap for a side salad, water, or nothing extra when cutting.

Lion's Choice vs. Arby's for Macros

Both Lion's Choice and Arby's are solid choices for macro tracking, but they have different strengths depending on your goal.

Lion's Choice for cutting: The King Turkey at 310 cal / 36g protein is a strong deficit option. Compare that to what Arby's offers — check the Arby's macro hacks guide to see how they stack up side by side.

Lion's Choice for bulking: The Chili, Bowl at 550 cal / 34g protein is built for surplus. If you are choosing between the two chains on a bulk day, this is the Lion's Choice anchor build.

The bottom line: both chains have macro-friendly options, but the best choice depends on your specific goal that day. MacroMate has 24 Lion's Choice builds and a full Arby's breakdown so you can compare directly. For more options across all chains, see our 15 best high-protein fast food orders.

MacroMate has 24 Lion's Choice builds classified by goal — Cutting, Bulking, Maintenance, Keto — each ranked by protein-to-calorie ratio with exact order instructions. Looking for options at other restaurants? Check out our 15 best high-protein fast food orders, best keto orders at every chain, and how MacroMate compares to MyFitnessPal.

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MacroMate has 24 Lion's Choice builds classified for your goal.

Cutting, Bulking, Maintenance, Keto — every build ranked by protein-to-calorie ratio with exact order instructions. Free on iOS and Android.

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