Arby's Business Pulse

Arby's menu update for traffic boost:

• $5.95 Pick 5 options now permanent
• Orange Cream Shake summer LTO revival
  Key for franchise ops in value-driven market.

Arby's most basic order stands out as a solid source of protein amid the new January 2026 food pyramid's surprising dietary tweaks—a win for fast-food ops targeting updated guidelines.

Arby's new 15-second TV commercial promotes the Meat and Three Box with Roast Beef, highlighting 'More Meal for Your Money'. Key value play for quick-serve franchise marketing.

Strategic fish choice: Alaska pollock – 5th most consumed US seafood, mild/flaky with protein & omega-3s – drives Lent timing via Jan-Apr fresh...

Location Changes

• 🔥 New Maine Sites Planned: Arby's plans two new locations in Maine: a full restaurant with drive-thru at 57 Bangor Mall Road...

Fast food crisis hits Arby's hard: 14+ locations closed in 2025 across 8 states, Tennessee and Florida hit hardest.

• Franchisees calling shots:...

Arby's targets operations talent for Shift Manager roles in Alabama, emphasizing competitive benefits to ensure smooth shifts and customer service:
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Cross-brand mobility at Arby’s parent: Darin Dugan rises from Jimmy John’s CMO to brand president, after SONIC marketing VP role post-2018...

Franchise opportunity alert: Arby's counters Maine closures (Portland's Forest Ave now a credit union, Bangor shut 10+ years ago after 32 years) via...

Arby's bucks the chicken-heavy fast-food trend by launching first-of-its-kind Steak Nuggets:

• Tender, hand-cut steak seasoned with garlic/pepper,...

• Butler Township, Ohio Arby’s at 3655 Maxton Road now permanently closed per Google
• Removed from chain's official locations list; webpage shows...

Arby's bread is now ADA-free, ditching azodicarbonamide—the 'yoga mat chemical' banned in Australia, UK, and EU—from croissants and sourdough...

• Wendy's confirmed plans to occupy the former Arby's at 4004 Concord Pike in Talleyville.
• Site is Delaware's first Arby's, opened October 1967 and...

Arby's rolls out a 2 for $6.99 Surf & Turf value menu, offering savings by choosing from three popular sandwiches.

Key transparency for operators and customers:

• Ingredients unchanged since 1964: Beef, water, salt, sodium phosphates.
• Myths debunked: Not gelatin...

Arby’s Jonesboro LLC made the largest property transfer in Craighead County (Jan. 15-Feb. 15), buying a Parker Road shopping center for $2.475 million on Jan. 29. Key franchise real estate investment in Arkansas.

Quick Recap

• Arby’s sponsored JR Motorsports NASCAR team with their logo on cars driven by Justin Allgaier, Carson Kvapil, and Sammy Smith for...

Arby's is urgently hiring part-time Team Members in Ravenna, OH at an estimated $11/hour.

Key workforce perks:

• Flexible schedules, weekly pay,...

Arby's is hiring a District Manager in Amarillo, TX, to oversee 4-10 units amid sales and profit focus.

• Competitive comp: $60K-$65K/yr + bonuses,...

Arby's fan-favorite Cheesesteak is back as a limited-time offer, now featuring Angus steak, melted cheese, peppers, onions, and garlic spread for a bold, comfort-food upgrade.