If you or someone you’re ordering for has a food allergy, it helps to know what’s in Arby’s food before you order. This guide summarizes the common allergens on the Arby’s menu in plain English. It isn’t a substitute for Arby’s official allergen chart, which is updated whenever recipes change, so always check it and tell staff about your allergy.
Important: Arby’s kitchens handle wheat, milk, egg, soy, fish, sesame and other allergens, and fryers are shared. Arby’s does not guarantee any item is allergen-free. Use this guide as a starting point and confirm with Arby’s official allergen information.
Common Allergens by Menu Category
| Category | Usually contains | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Roast beef sandwiches | Wheat, soy, sesame (bun) | Roast beef itself has no major allergens in most recipes |
| Beef ‘n Cheddar | Wheat, milk, soy, egg | Cheese sauce has milk, red ranch has egg |
| Chicken (crispy, tenders, nuggets) | Wheat, soy, milk, egg | Breading contains wheat |
| Curly Fries | Wheat, soy | Batter contains wheat; shared fryer |
| Mozzarella Sticks | Milk, wheat, soy | Shared fryer |
| Shakes | Milk, soy | Jamocha contains coffee |
| Turnovers | Wheat, milk, soy | Pastry and icing |
Gluten-Free Options at Arby’s
Arby’s has no certified gluten-free menu. The roast beef, turkey and other meats are usually made without gluten ingredients, so some guests order meat without a bun. Because of shared prep surfaces and fryers, cross-contact is possible, so this isn’t suitable for people with celiac disease. Curly Fries and Crinkle Fries are not gluten-free.
Dairy-Free Choices
A plain Classic Roast Beef without cheese is one of the simplest dairy-free choices, depending on the current bun recipe. Avoid cheese sauces, Swiss and cheddar, ranch-based sauces, shakes and most fried breaded items.
Tips for Ordering With Allergies
- Tell the cashier about your allergy at the start of your order.
- Order simple items with few ingredients.
- Ask for sauces on the side so you can check the packets.
- Check the official allergen chart in the Arby’s app, since recipes change.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Arby’s roast beef gluten-free?
The roast beef itself is typically made without gluten ingredients, but the buns contain wheat and cross-contact is possible. Check Arby’s official allergen chart.
Are Arby’s Curly Fries gluten-free?
No. The seasoned batter contains wheat.
Does Arby’s use peanut oil?
Arby’s fries are cooked in vegetable oil blends. Check the official allergen information for the current oil and any nut warnings.