Arby’s Secret Menu: 8 Hacks Roast‑Beef Rebels Swear By
For a chain built on the slogan “We Have the Meats,” Arby’s is surprisingly flexible. The slicers run hot, the fryer’s always on, and the shake machine churns Jamocha by the gallon—perfect conditions for menu anarchy. Most crew members expect a few curveballs (looking at you, Meat Mountain fans), so as long as you’re polite and clear, they’ll happily layer brisket with mozzarella sticks or drown curly fries in cheddar sauce.
Below are eight off‑menu creations tested in multiple U.S. locations. Each hack comes with an exact ordering script, flavor profile, and etiquette tip so you don’t clog the drive‑thru with guesswork.
1. Meat Mountain Lite
What it is
A manageable spin on Arby’s legendary tower—still seven meats deep, but single layers instead of doubles.
How to order
Say: “Could I get a Meat Mountain, but single slices of each meat, please—one chicken tender, not two?”
Flavor vibe
Every smoky, salty protein Arby’s offers—roast beef, smoked brisket, turkey, ham, corned beef, roast chicken, and a single tender—plus Swiss and cheddar. Still huge, just human‑sized.
Pro tip
Request Horsey Sauce on the side; its horseradish zip cuts through all that meat fat.
2. Double‑Stacked Beef ‘n Cheddar Max (Slider Style)
What it is
All the gooey goodness of the full‑size Beef ‘n Cheddar shrunk into slider buns—perfect for portion control or kid sharing.
How to order
Ask for two Roast Beef Sliders on onion buns, add cheddar sauce and Red Ranch sauce to each. (Some stores ring this as custom “slider mods.”)
Flavor vibe
Two‑bite pillows of soft roast beef, tangy sauce, and molten cheddar—mini comfort bombs.
Pro tip
If onion buns aren’t available as sliders, choose regular and ask for a sprinkle of crispy onions.
3. Jamocha Affogato
What it is
Arby’s Jamocha shake shot through with fresh espresso: a drive‑thru dessert latte.
How to order
Order a small Jamocha shake. Ask, “Can you pour one shot of espresso over the top, please?” Many restaurants sell espresso for Market Fresh coffee drinks.
Flavor vibe
Creamy mocha shake meets hot, bitter espresso—layers swirl into a soft‑serve affogato.
Pro tip
Stir halfway, leaving some coffee streaks for a marble effect.
4. Turkey Reuben (Reu‑Bird)
What it is
A lighter, poultry‑based riff on the classic Reuben.
How to order
“Can I get a Reuben, but substitute turkey for the corned beef?” Keep Swiss, sauerkraut, and Thousand Island.
Flavor vibe
Smoky sliced turkey, tangy kraut, creamy dressing, and toasted marble rye—comforting without the beef heft.
Pro tip
Ask for a side of deli mustard; a thin swipe wakes up the milder turkey.
5. Loaded Curly Fry Poutine
What it is
Wisconsin‑style cheese curds melted over curly fries, drowned in brown gravy.
How to order
Order curly fries and a side of mozzarella sticks (yes, we’re subbing curds). Request an individual cup of turkey gravy (used for hot sandwiches). Chop sticks into curd‑like bites, pile onto fries, pour gravy.
Flavor vibe
Crunchy, cheesy, herby fries softened by rich gravy—a Midwestern poutine impression.
Pro tip
Add diced brisket from a side order for full Canadian smokehouse vibes.
6. Fire‑Ranch Brisket
What it is
Smoked brisket lit up with three spicy condiments.
How to order
Order a Smokehouse Brisket sandwich. Ask to replace mayo with Diablo Dare sauce, keep BBQ, and add jalapeño bacon (from the limited BLT). Finish with extra red jalapeños if stocked.
Flavor vibe
Sweet‑smoke brisket, sticky BBQ, creamy heat, and bacon crunch—scorches in the best way.
Pro tip
If Diablo sauce is seasonal, mix three packets of Arby’s Sauce with two of Horsey Sauce for DIY heat.
7. Mediterranean Market Wrap
What it is
A veggie‑forward Market Fresh wrap bursting with hummus, diced tomato, and Greek seasoning.
How to order
Start with the Roast Turkey Ranch & Bacon Wrap, but customize: hold turkey and bacon, sub extra lettuce, tomato, and onions, then ask for a smear of gyro tzatziki and hummus (used in select markets). Sprinkle Greek seasoning.
Flavor vibe
Creamy, herby, and crisp—tastes like a drive‑thru falafel platter sans falafel.
Pro tip
For protein, keep half the turkey; still light, still Mediterranean.
8. Chocolate‑Dipped Cherry Turnover à la Mode
What it is
A deconstructed pie sundae using hot turnover and chocolate shake.
How to order
Order a cherry turnover and a snack‑size chocolate shake. Ask for a cup and spoon. Tear turnover into large chunks, drop into shake, stir lightly.
Flavor vibe
Hot tart cherries melt chocolate custard into a Black‑Forest sundae swirl.
Pro tip
Drizzle with packet of chocolate syrup (available for shakes) for aesthetic stripes.
Secret‑Menu Etiquette at Arby’s
Use ingredient names, not internet nicknames. “Smokehouse Brisket with Diablo sauce” beats “Give me the Hellfire Brisket.”
Mind the rush. Arby’s drive‑thru can clock 30‑second sandwich builds; custom hacks belong in off‑peak windows or inside orders.
Accept up‑charges. Extra sauces, gravy cups, or mozzarella‑stick mods cost real money and labor.
DIY assembly. Health codes often block staff from mixing sides into desserts—finish at your table.
Thank and tip. A smile and genuine “Thanks for the extra effort” goes far, even when no tip jar exists.
Ingredient Availability Cheat Sheet
Diablo sauce, jalapeño bacon, gyro tzatziki, hummus vary by region/season.
Espresso shots in stores with Market Fresh coffee program.
Gravy cups always stocked for Roast Turkey dinners.
Mozzarella sticks, curly fries, cherry turnovers, Jamocha shakes nationwide.
If any item is missing, improvise—e.g., swap mozzarella sticks with cheese sauce plus diced Swiss.
Macro Reality Check
Meat Mountain Lite: still ~1,100 calories
Loaded Curly Fry Poutine: ≈ 900 calories
Jamocha Affogato (small): ≈ 520 calories
Enjoy sparingly, split with friends, or balance earlier meals.
Final Slice
Arby’s secret‑menu culture is a carnivore’s sandbox—perfect for piling meats, sauces, and fried sides into creations corporate never green‑lighted. From a downsized Meat Mountain to a caffeine‑charged Jamocha Affogato, these eight hacks transform any roast‑beef pit stop into a flavor adventure. Order with clarity, tip with generosity, and keep wet wipes handy—the greatest Arby’s pleasures are always a little messy.
