10 Beloved Arby’s Menu Items That Have Soared in Price Over the Last Decade

You may like eating at Arby’s, but your wallet might be asking you to stop.

Inflation has shoppers finding ways to save on groceries and increased prices for fast food items if they decide to dine out instead. In fact, a recent study by Finance Buzz found that prices of fast-food items rose anywhere from 34% to 100% in the past decade.

Check this list of your favorite Arby’s menu items to see just how high some prices have gone in the past decade.

Editor’s note: Prices in the FinanceBuzz study are based on the average cost of an item. They are subject to change and may vary by location.

1. Roast Beef Kids Meal, 40%

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Kids, like adults, love the roast beef sandwiches and curly fries that Arby’s is known for, but it can be harder to make them happy at a low cost.

The meal is now $5.29, up from $3.79 in 2014 due to increasing costs and inflation.

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2. Classic French Dip & Swiss Sandwich, 43%

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Fans of the French Dip & Swiss Sandwich may enjoy the extra cup of au jus on the side, but they may not like the extra cost that’s been added to their favorite sandwich.

The classic sandwich on Arby’s menu rose to $6.29 in 2024 compared to $4.39 a decade earlier.

3. Classic Beef ’n Cheddar Sandwich, 46%

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The Beef ’n Cheddar Sandwich at Arby’s may be a classic, but the current price is not something to think of fondly.

The Arby’s specialty sandwich now costs $5.39 this year instead of $3.69 in 2014.

4. Jalapeño Bites, 50%

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The Arby’s version of jalapeño poppers is its Jalapeño Bites. The Finance Buzz study looked at the five-piece version of the snack.

You can pick them up now at your local Arby’s now for $4.19 compared to $2.79 a decade ago.

5. Jamocha Shake, 50%

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A Jamocha Shake can really hit the spot on a hot day, or anytime you want a delicious milkshake.

But it can also cool your wallet, costing you $3.59 at Arby’s in 2024 versus $2.39 in 2014.

6. 5-piece Chicken Tenders, 51%

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Arby’s 5-piece Chicken Tenders are more than just chicken nuggets. Instead, they’re breaded tenders of chicken breast that come with your favorite sauce for a delicious snack or meal.

They’ll also set you back more than they used at a cost of $7.69 in 2024 compared to $5.09 in 2014.

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7. Corned Beef Reuben Meal, 62%

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The Corned Beef Reuben Meal at Arby’s comes with a delicious sandwich plus your choice of fries and a drink. And yes, that means you can get the famous Arby’s curly fries.

But you’ll have to pay for all that deli-style food. The meal will cost you $11.99 today. In 2014, the same meal cost $7.39.

8. Classic Roast Beef Meal, 64%

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Arby’s is well known for its roast beef sandwiches and you can’t get any better than the Classic Roast Beef Meal with your choice of side and a drink.

The medium version of the meal costs $8.99 in 2024 while you could’ve picked up the same meal a decade ago for $5.49.

9. Roast Turkey Ranch and Bacon Sandwich Meal, 67%

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Enjoy a Roast Turkey Ranch & Bacon Sandwich Meal stacked with roast turkey, bacon, red onion, Ranch dressing, lettuce, and tomato atop honey wheat bread, along with a side and a drink.

You might not enjoy the price, though. The meal costs $12.49 now compared to $7.49 a decade ago.

10. Cherry Turnover, 78%

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You may want to end your meal with a tasty dessert from Arby’s, like a Cherry Turnover.

The turnover, however, might cause you to turn your wallet inside out looking for some extra cash to cover the 78% increase in price. You can get one now for $2.29 compared to $1.29 a decade ago.

Bottom line

Arby’s can be a delicious stop on the road or a tasty place to enjoy a roast beef sandwich, but prices aren’t as good as they used to be. You can still try to save money eating out by joining the chain’s loyalty program or downloading the app to find special deals.

Another way to get some cash back is by using the best cash back credit card you can find. But be sure to pay the balance in full each month or the interest will offset any rewards.

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