Here in 'Merica a regular Arby's roast beef sandwich is usually served with packets of Arby's Sauce (a tangy BBQ) and/or Horsey Sauce (a mild horseradish based sauce) which one or both is either applied to the sandwich or dipped in. And if you really want some meat in your mouth (who doesn't?) the giant sized Arby's roast beef is massive and kills the bun to meat ratio perfectly.
Ya, nah, girl, you have to add the Arby Sauce or Horsey Sauce to that first roast beef sandwich. Otherwise, it is a bit bland and chewy. And how did you miss getting the curly fries? They're pretty good. 😘
I would love to know what they use to cut curly fries, because when I tried using a home gadget that was supposedly for that purpose, I ended up with potato juice.
Editor Diane's mic commentary was great😍 The heart failure - not from the food but Diane trying the roast beef - Without - the Arby's sauce! The secret to roast beef are the sauces, gravy, broth or au jois for flavor. The taste test video is a solid 11 of 10.
The gyro, pronounced Euro, is from Greece and is typically served on Pita bread. The sauce is normally Tzzatziki sauce which is a mix of yogurt mixed with cucumber.
I usually hold the ranch sauce. Sometimes I buy the plain roast beef, take it home, add a slice of cheddar, then nuke it to warm it up. Curly fries is the only way.
When I was a kid in the 80's , Arby's had "Mr. Big & Little Miss" kid's meals and I loved them so much, we ate at Arby's once a week just so I could collect all the toys haha. I was like 3-4 at the time. Also, the "Jamocha Shake" is my favorite shake. So good.
Diane dear, you don't have an Arby's roast beef sandwich without the Horsey Sauce! It really brings out the flavor. Hope you're having fun. Hope Chewie is OK (I know he is). Love you and goodbye for now.
A doner kebab (Turkish), gyro (Greek) and shawarma (Arabic) are basically all the same thing - seasoned meat cut from a slowly rotating vertical rotisserie. The bread is typically pita. The technique was also brought to Mexico, where this type of meat forms the basis of tacos al pastor.
Nooooo Diane! You're supposed to eat that "bland" roast beef sandwich with the Arby Sauce on it. They're supposed to give you a few packets of it, kinda like burger places do with ketchup. It's a sweet tangy sauce that comes from heaven itself, LOL 🙂
I have noticed that most Europeans when they come to the states and buy fast food, seldom use sauces and condiments. 2/3rds of the flavor profile is what sauce or condiment you put on your sandwich ( usually sliced meats ) or burgers (usually ground maybe beef maybe pink slime or some combination of the above) Also the Jalapeño Poppers with Bronco Berry Sauce is the bomb.
Arby’s was the first fast food that had sliced roast beef as their main meat rather than hamburger. They used to have a window where you could see them slicing the meat. I think the meat taste really good, but it’s even better with the horsey sauce since I really like horseradish with roast beef. The other good sandwich is the beef and cheddar. Their Jamoca shake is the bomb, however, it’s not as good as it used to be back when I was a kid. Arby’s is my favorite fast food. BTW, a burger is only a burger if it is ground meat. Everything else is a sandwich.
My first job was at Arby's and I meet my husband of 40 years there in 1981...the beef and cheddar is pretty good also..and the jamocha shake is chocolate and coffee..love it
It's not mayo on the Gyro, but Tzatziki sauce made from yogurt, shredded cucumber, etc. and usually feta cheese. The thing about Arby's is their sauces: Horsey sauce and Arby's sauce are the most popular. It's always fun to watch you eat, enjoyed the background music too. I like the new tweeks to the "production" even though I'm sure ED does not enjoy all the adds.
In America the home of burgers only things made with ground meat are called burgers. Other than that we have sandwiches, hoagies, subs, melts and grinders in certain areas
Happy Monday Diane! Arbys has something called curly fries too, they are good. They are coated with a seasoned batter. Also, there is an Arbys sauce that you can get to go on the roast beef sandwich.
Roast beef sandwiches are what they are known for and they are golden. Barbecue sauce and a horsey sauce packet and you're in heaven. Didn't know they had burgers, but I wouldn't want one. Great video. 👍🙃
The best thing they serve is the "Horsey Sauce". Back in the 70s & 80s they used to have the best milkshake selection in the business. Unfortunately they got rid of most of them. At one point they had salads, but the people that only eat meat and French fries complained that selling salads was a direct insult to their manhood and they stopped. Haven't been on one of them in at least 20 years.
Dianne, I like their roast beef with both their Arby's sauce and Horsey sauce. They let customers season their roast beef to our individual taste. If you try them again make sure you get a sampling of their sauces.
The sauce makes the sandwich. It would be unbearably bland without it. There are only about four Arbys in the entirety of northern California, so when family from there comes it visit, a stop at Arbys is a must. Rare treat.
Diane, Mmmmm Arby's! You need to put a lot of BBQ sauce on their roast beef sandwiches to make them taste better. I noticed that in your part of the world, they call everything burgers, but here, only beef hamburgers are called burgers, everything else is a sandwich. Have a great week!
Also, as I was told quite loudly by a Greek friend, the correct pronunciation is "yeero" with a bit of a rolled "r". Great job with sound fx in this video, it was as if you were chomping right next to me. I am sure the E.D. would not have allowed you to choke to death; too much paperwork. Finally, you have now set up a contest for your next visit to the States; best chicken nugget. The contenders-Arby's, Chik Fillet, KFC, Popeye's, Wendy's and McDonald's. Challenge presented!
For the roast beef sandwich, you have to use either the Arbys sauce or the horsey sauce, (depending on your preference) to take it to the next level. I think the beef n cheddar is better because it comes on a onion bun and has meted cheese sauce and some other kind of sauce. (the name escapes me) The gyro doesn’t have Mayo, it has tzatziki sauce, a creamy, lemony cucumber sauce. Makes it “more gooder.” ;)
Nice review and I am surprised you are not twice your size. In the past I worked with a nutritionist and she said that Arby's 'Market Fresh' sandwiches are some of the better options out there, for fast food.
Yup, plain Roast Beef is boring, unless you add Arby's sauce or Horsey sauce. However, it's magical in the Beef n Cheddar. Change the plain bun for an onion roll, then add melted cheddar sauce and the sweet red ranch sauce (sort of like French dressing) and it's amazing! My first job was at an Arby's - and I still eat there :P They do have an amazing fried chicken bacon and swiss sandwich!
Ditto on the poppers, although I think Diane doesn't care for spicy things. Poppers are hot two ways: the peppers are hot, and the cheese can be like lava. Be careful when you bite one. I have been known to eat a dozen of them, no problem.
Diane, you need to put Arby's sauce on your roast beef sandwich. My favorite Arby's meal is Beef N' Chedder with Onion bun and add curly fries and Jamocha shake 😋.
You may be right about the origin of the name Arby's, but waitresses have always used the abbreviation R. B. for roast beef, so that's what I always thought it meant. BTW, the Greek pronunciation of gyro is Yee-row.
@@robertkern9911 It was from the brothers' names, but as I understand, they did like the wordplay tie-in to their primary meat, roast beef. So it's kind of an inside joke double meaning.
Hi Diane! The Roast Beef is my go to, but I have to put Arby Sauce or Horsey Sauce or both on it, or yeah, it's kinda bland. Their Curly Fries are great too. However, my favorite all time item from Arbys was their Potato Cakes, which they no longer make. Thanks, Chad.
The potato cakes were the best! My sister always called them "D shaped potatoes," because they do. But one time in the Arby's she ordered them that way, and they looked at her funny 🤣
Its nice to commiserate the loss of potato cakes. I actually stopped at a truck stop for breakfast 2 weeks ago while travelling and the Arby's restaurant had breakfast and POTATO CAKES!!!
When I do get Arby's (which is vary rarely) I get only the Beef 'N Chedder. And Arby's isn’t Arby's with out Horsie Sauce. Go to a Greek restaurant to get a Gyros (pronounced Euro), they are served on Pita Bread.
Yay Editor Diane! Fantastic chomp sound effects with every first bite. Gyros, (pronounced "hero "), are awesome. You'll get the best at small Greek restaurants. And you can never go wrong with pulled pork. It's the breakfast of champions. Great job on your video. Hope you're loving your time in America.
Salutations Diane The roast beef is cut like a Deli meat (sliced ham, sliced turkey, etc.), It is always better with cheese and Arby sauce, The fries / chips should be eaten / dipped into bbg sauce, mayo, or ketchup with a little salt and pepper. The nuggets also come with different dipping sauces for a more rich taste flavor. yes organic apple juice has a weird, less sweet flavor to it. The 'bread' in a Gyro is called a pita bread. Yes, it is similar to a Donner kebab. It is of Greek cuisine. There are several different styles from pork. beef, chicken, lamb, and other meats. It's been over a year since I had Arby's. There is not one close to me. Closest one, from my rental apartment, I can remember is over 7 km away. The ones i usually choose from their menu are: Double Stacked Reuben, Smokehouse Brisket, Buffalo Chicken Sandwich, Roast Turkey and Bacon Sandwich, and of course, the Curly Fries.
The gyro is probably my top favorite from Arby's. Your first reaction to the roast beef made me laugh 😂 It is probably their signature, but I am also not a big fan - you had a very relatable reaction!
Great reaction and rating. As others have said, you needed to add some Arby's Sauce to the classic roast beef sandwich... it makes a HUGE difference. I thought your other ratings were spot on. Arby's is definitely underrated. I give Diane's reaction a 10/10.
Fun video Diane! One suggestion on the roast beef sandwich, you might want to put Arby's sauce or the Horsey sauce! Helps those sandwiches with more flavor! The Gyros are very good! I love those! We do not have the Pulled Pork available in my area. I like that one too when we've had it available.
If you ever do an Arby's Edition 2, things try should include the Cheese Roast Beef, The French Dip with Au Jus Sauce, and the Wagyu if it is available. BTW certain supermarkets in the USA sell Arby's Sauce in bottles and also Arby's Curly Fries (CHIPS?) to bake at home.
The beef and cheddar is my go to order at Arby's. I prefer their curly fries to the crinkle fries. 🍟 The Horsey Sauce, and mayonnaise / horseradish mix would have added yumminess, in my opinion, to your roast beef sandwich. Now I want Arby's. Thanks Diane 😁
I'm weird and I can't stand their curly fries. I stopped eating at Arby for a while after they got rid of the waffle fries. The curly fries have always been dry and kinda bland for me, I really don't get the appeal of them. I started going again once I found that the crinkle fries were actually pretty good.
I enjoyed the humor in this one very much and had a few good laughs. when I eat at Arby's in Canada i have a half pound French Dip 'n Swiss , MONTREAL SMOKED MEAT REUBEN,ROAST TURKEY RANCH & BACON SANDWICH as it is fun to have a plate of mixed sandwiches. I feel bad about Chewie's dermatitis and I hope you find a solution anyway I hope you guys have a good week
I love Arby's!!! I wish you had ordered the Classic Beef N' Cheddar, that's my favorite. Don't forget the sauces next time for the sandwich, you need a 'Do Over'. 10 out of 10
Happy Monday, Diane! I haven't had Arby's in a long time. Hope that you had enjoyed it for your first time. You should do more of these types of vids in the near future. Have a fantastic week Diane! Always a pleasure! 😎👍👋
I ❤ Arby's and insist you return! No one eats a roast beef sandwich plain. You have to add sauce to your roast beef sandwich! I'm partial to the Arby's sauce, but every once in a while, the Horsey sauce is necessary. You also need curly fries and the fish sandwich. All much better than what you ordered.
Diane, whoever told you that the Big Beef was the go to sandwich definitely steered you in the wrong direction. I personally don't know even one person who would choose the Big Beef over the Beef n' Cheddar sandwich. The Beef n' Cheddar has both Cheddar Cheese sauce and Ruby Ranch dressing (aka Catalina dressing) which is an almost sweet yet peppery touch they add to the sandwich. There's only a teaspoon or two of Ruby Ranch but it adds so much taste to the sandwich. It almost tastes like a peppered apple jam (not exactly but close enough). Oh, and in answer to your burger question. Here in the U.S. to be a burger it has to be packed ground unbreaded meat to be a burger, otherwise it's classified as a sandwich no matter what type of bread or roll is used. What you guys call a chicken burger we call a chicken sandwich due to it being neither packed ground meat or unbreaded (in most cases). Our chicken burgers are ground and fried as a patty just like a hamburger or cheeseburger. There is one exception to the rule though. Meatloaf served in a roll is considered a Meatloaf sandwich not a Meatloaf burger.
Don't dismiss the deserts. The caramel chocolate chip cookies when warm and gooey are the best cookies I have ever had. I would stop by there just to buy a cookie if I was nearby. My favorite is their rueben, but it would be a cliche if an Irish girl ate a sandwich made from corn beef and cabbage (sourkraut).
For future reference, "gyro" is pronounced (yEE' row). It's really the only thing I enjoy from Arby's. They used to have some really good items, but many of them get changed out for newer offerings. The jalapeno sliders are really good, as well, but not very filling.
Diane, Arby's IS known for their roast beef sandwich thus the name: R.B.'s (or Arby's...abbreviation for roast beef.) HOWEVER...we in America usually get the Arby's Sauce for it because it IS bland otherwise. Next time try the beef 'n' cheddar. It comes on an onion roll with Catalina Dressing inside. Very tasty indeed. Also..."Gyro" is actually pronounced: YEE-ro and remember to roll the "r." MOST standard gyros have pita bread; tomato; onions; and lamb. Tsatsiki (pronounced just like it is spelled) is the standard sauce and recommended one as well. The closest way I can describe it is: A creamed cucumber dressing that looks like ranch dressing but has a flavor all its own.
Oh, dessert-wise, you missed out. The Jamocha shake is really good, and the cherry turnover slaps hard. And the roast beef sandwiches do REALLY need the sauce. The Arby's sauce is the shizz-nitz, and you can buy it in the grocery store in bottles now. You know what that's REALLY good for? Pour it over a pork roast in a crock pot and a few hours later you've got... really nice pulled pork.
Arby's is my favorite fast food place. The Smokehouse Brisket is literally the best sandwich you can get from a chain restaurant. The Beef 'N Cheddar is amazing. The Classic Roast Beef is supposed to have Arby's sauce on it, so you are eating half a sandwich there. EDIT: Wait, did you eat Arby's and not get curly fries?
Arbys is very good. I love their curly fries. Those are the best and favorite thing to get when I go there. I always like to ring their bell when I leave but I think it annoys their employees.
I love Arby's! They tend to have the best deals next to White Castle for Sandwiches/Burgers. They also in March used to have some of the best Fish Sandwiches. Though last few years the quality of the Fish Sandwiches declined, so instead Culver's is now best for that. Additionally, you need the "Horsey Sauce" to get the full impact/flavor of their Regular Sandwiches!
@@rf3162 Reubens are decent, though my favorite regular menu item at Arby's is their Regular Roast Beef with Horsey Sauce. But, for seasonal items the Gyros are indeed amazing. Though not as good as a regular good Greek Restaurant's Gyros. As for cost & quality White Castle still beats Arby's and all other Fast Food restaurants. The White Castles' near me I can get 10 regular Sliders, a Large Drink, a Large Onion Chips, and plenty of their Zesty Dipping Sauce for less then $20.
I don't think the roast beef got a fair shot if you just had it plain. I usually get beef and cheddar with Arby's sauce and horsey sauce. Excellent. Haven't tried their gyro, although I love gyros. Biggest miss between Chicago and rural North Carolina - foods, especially pizza and gyros. A month or so ago I got some kind of special garlic burger from Arby's - it was tasty. They do a good chocolate shake, too.
Arby's best are the Beef and Cheddar, and the smoked Brisket, For the Classic Cheddar you should add ArbyQ sauce. I also like the potato wedge it's like a tator tot except it's a triangle.
I've never been a fan of the Arby's roast beef burger. It's always too dry, but I'm willing to give the Gyro a try. It looked good and you gave it a 9/10.
My favorites are the crinkle fries, jamocha shake and the last remaining turkey sandwich. They've also had a reuben sandwich I liked. Arby's seems to have more varied items, that makes them different. I did not know they're in other countries.
The "classic" at Arby's (and basically all of their other roast beef sandwiches, for that matter) tend to be quite dry, but are much better when combined with their signature "Arbys Sauce" (BBQ sauce) and/or "Horsey Sauce" (horseradish mustard).
it's a shame they didn't suggest the curly fries because those are much better than the crinkle fries. If you try Arby's again please try the curly fries. Also their market fresh sandwiches (traditional sandwiches) are good.
The Arby's beef sandwiches are much better with the Horsey (Horse radish based) sauce or the red "BB" sauce. If you ever get out to Washington State on the West Coast of the U.S. I would heartily recommend Famous Dave's BBQ in Tacoma, and Iver's Fish & Chips. The cod is the best and their clam chowder is fantastic. Lacey has a great Mexican Taco truck, Taco Amigo, which IMHO, makes the best taco's and burritos in the area. I can't really recommend much else in that area,. but a visit to Brown & Haleys Store is a must if you like chocolate.. ( You can even buy 5 LB slabs of it there!)
Great video, love the Jeopardy game show music. my favorite sandwich from ARBYS ,, is the french dip. Roast beef with swiss and of course the AU JUS dipping stuff. 👍🍀
Arby's doesn't sell burgers! They are sandwiches. I only eat the roast beef with cheddar. The plain one is, well, plain. Arby's sauce is a must. I like the gyros and the French dip w/au juice, and the turkey, bacon ranch sandwich, too. Everyone raves about the curly fries but I prefer the krinkle fries. I went once and they had fried mac and cheese balls. They were fantastic. When I went the next time, I found out they were only offered that month. 😢
If you like pulled pork you really need to visit North Carolina. We will take you on a tour to try both Western NC and Eastern NC styles. Pulled pork done right!
I don't eat fast food very often, but Arby's is good. The roast beef sandwich needed sauce - either Arby's sauce (which is kind of like BBQ combined with ketchup) or Horsey Sauce (mayo with horseradish). The gyro looked delicious. The bread is called a pita which originated in the Middle East. The sauce on the gyro is called tzatziki sauce. It's usually made with Greek yogurt, cucumbers, lemon juice, minced garlic, and fresh dill. However Arby's replaces the Greek yogurt with sour cream. The only thing I think you missed out on are their curly fries which are seasoned with cayenne and paprika with hints of garlic and onion. I like to dip them in Arby's sauce. But you can't go wrong with crinkle fries either. Glad you enjoyed it! And I'm with you - I love Dr. Pepper!
Diane forgot to try the stuffed jalapenos with raspberry dipping sauce. So good! 😍 I often stopped at Arby's on my way home from work just for those. I also liked the cheddar jalapeno beef sandwich from the value menu. I think they stopped making it, which is a total disappointment.😥
Hey Diane! Two notes on your review of Arby's: 1) you have to sause thar roast beef sandwich. I like the Arby's sauce. 2) ive never had a gyro at Arby's, but if that was mayo on ot, that would be a travesty. Tzatziki sause is a creamy cucumber-based sauce that's ideal for a gyro, and that is what you'll find on an authentic Greek gyro.
I’ll take Arby’s over McDonald’s or some of the other fast food joints in North America, but I typically steer clear. When you’re really hungry, a beef and cheddar with horseradish sauce is better than a Big Mac. But my family is Irish and Welsh, so I always have horseradish and Keene’s hot mustard in my fridge. I make my own horseradish sauce with creme fraiche and fresh herbs. I don’t eat sandwiches with thick sliced meat either. It has to be paper thin. I have an Italian deli where I get all my meats, cheese, arugula and fresh bread.
I love the gyros and here they have Reuben sandwiches too that are good. The curly fries are good too. The regular sandwiches need sauce, I like the horseradish.
I guess we have so many "burger" places here we like Arby's because they have sliced meat or pulled pork instead of ground meats. Also, as many commenters have said, the "Horsey Sauce" (a very mild horseradish sauce) adds a great flavor kick. I think Arby's are over-priced a bit, so it's not a place that is frequented as often as Burger King or Whataburger, etc. Honestly, most of us try to cook at home more than go for fast food because they use so much processed foods, fats, and preservatives which is a lot of calories.
The roast beef sandwich is only good with cheese and with the Arby's Sauce and the Horsey Sauce. And you haven't really had Arby's until you've had their curly fries (they come nicely seasoned), their apple turnover, and their Jamocha shake. They used to be better but something happened 10-ish years ago that reduced the quality of their food. Still, they're better than several other fast food spots.
You are right. A sandwich is 2 slices of bread. Don't know where calling everything a sandwich came from. That may only be a fast food construct. You should have tried the Arby's sauce w/ the Roast Beef 'burger.' (use 1/2 a packet or it gets messy). (Horseradish sauce for those who like it. It's an acquired taste). Also, the beef and cheese is really good. Footnote: Their buns could be better.
What’s your favorite big slab of meat??!
Cornbeef
Ribeye steak 😋
I like a good steak, although chicken parm is a very close second.
Hamburger patties lol
Cowboy Steak, only ever had once once.
Here in 'Merica a regular Arby's roast beef sandwich is usually served with packets of Arby's Sauce (a tangy BBQ) and/or Horsey Sauce (a mild horseradish based sauce) which one or both is either applied to the sandwich or dipped in. And if you really want some meat in your mouth (who doesn't?) the giant sized Arby's roast beef is massive and kills the bun to meat ratio perfectly.
I’m surprised that she didn’t try it with the sauce? Like the horsey sauce is just great.
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Yeah, the Arby's Sauce is what makes it.
yeah, basically a roast beef is just a vessel for their sauce.
Yes Arby's sauce
Ya, nah, girl, you have to add the Arby Sauce or Horsey Sauce to that first roast beef sandwich. Otherwise, it is a bit bland and chewy. And how did you miss getting the curly fries? They're pretty good. 😘
I would love to know what they use to cut curly fries, because when I tried using a home gadget that was supposedly for that purpose, I ended up with potato juice.
Editor Diane's mic commentary was great😍
The heart failure - not from the food but Diane trying the roast beef - Without - the Arby's sauce! The secret to roast beef are the sauces, gravy, broth or au jois for flavor. The taste test video is a solid 11 of 10.
The gyro, pronounced Euro, is from Greece and is typically served on Pita bread. The sauce is normally Tzzatziki sauce which is a mix of yogurt mixed with cucumber.
I had that sauce recently. It’s nice!
It’s pronounced “ Ee-ro “ more than “ Euro”
@@emanymton713 Could be a regional dialect thing, I've never heard anyone say ee-ro.
In Europe the Donner Kebab is very similar to a gyro. It’s might be the difference between Turkish and Greek styling of side grilled turntable meat.
@@emanymton713 Yero
Arby's classic roast beef and cheese sandwich is my favorite fast food sandwich. The curly fries are (chef's kiss) and the Jamocha shake is delicious.
A roast beef and cheddar with their curly fries is honestly one of the best fast food options out there... Arby's sauce is fantastic
Double roast beef and cheddar with Horsey Sauce
I usually hold the ranch sauce.
Sometimes I buy the plain roast beef, take it home, add a slice of cheddar, then nuke it to warm it up.
Curly fries is the only way.
When I was a kid in the 80's , Arby's had "Mr. Big & Little Miss" kid's meals and I loved them so much, we ate at Arby's once a week just so I could collect all the toys haha. I was like 3-4 at the time.
Also, the "Jamocha Shake" is my favorite shake. So good.
in college there was a Arby’s down the road…they had the 5 for $5 and i’d eat for a weekend with 5 roast beef sandwiches that way
Diane dear, you don't have an Arby's roast beef sandwich without the Horsey Sauce! It really brings out the flavor. Hope you're having fun. Hope Chewie is OK (I know he is). Love you and goodbye for now.
A doner kebab (Turkish), gyro (Greek) and shawarma (Arabic) are basically all the same thing - seasoned meat cut from a slowly rotating vertical rotisserie. The bread is typically pita. The technique was also brought to Mexico, where this type of meat forms the basis of tacos al pastor.
Nooooo Diane! You're supposed to eat that "bland" roast beef sandwich with the Arby Sauce on it. They're supposed to give you a few packets of it, kinda like burger places do with ketchup. It's a sweet tangy sauce that comes from heaven itself, LOL 🙂
DYING over the lamb chop sing a long snippet. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
I have noticed that most Europeans when they come to the states and buy fast food, seldom use sauces and condiments. 2/3rds of the flavor profile is what sauce or condiment you put on your sandwich ( usually sliced meats ) or burgers (usually ground maybe beef maybe pink slime or some combination of the above) Also the Jalapeño Poppers with Bronco Berry Sauce is the bomb.
I love the stuffed jalapenos! So much much better than Jack in the Box ones
Pulled pork is MAGIC.
Arby’s was the first fast food that had sliced roast beef as their main meat rather than hamburger. They used to have a window where you could see them slicing the meat. I think the meat taste really good, but it’s even better with the horsey sauce since I really like horseradish with roast beef. The other good sandwich is the beef and cheddar. Their Jamoca shake is the bomb, however, it’s not as good as it used to be back when I was a kid. Arby’s is my favorite fast food. BTW, a burger is only a burger if it is ground meat. Everything else is a sandwich.
My first job was at Arby's and I meet my husband of 40 years there in 1981...the beef and cheddar is pretty good also..and the jamocha shake is chocolate and coffee..love it
It's not mayo on the Gyro, but Tzatziki sauce made from yogurt, shredded cucumber, etc. and usually feta cheese. The thing about Arby's is their sauces: Horsey sauce and Arby's sauce are the most popular. It's always fun to watch you eat, enjoyed the background music too. I like the new tweeks to the "production" even though I'm sure ED does not enjoy all the adds.
In America the home of burgers only things made with ground meat are called burgers. Other than that we have sandwiches, hoagies, subs, melts and grinders in certain areas
You passed on dessert, but the Jamocha shake is great, a coffee/chocolate treat. Also the Ruben is quite good
Can't believe she didn't get the shake! We have talked to her about this before!
Happy Monday Diane! Arbys has something called curly fries too, they are good. They are coated with a seasoned batter. Also, there is an Arbys sauce that you can get to go on the roast beef sandwich.
Roast beef sandwiches are what they are known for and they are golden. Barbecue sauce and a horsey sauce packet and you're in heaven. Didn't know they had burgers, but I wouldn't want one. Great video. 👍🙃
The Wagu Burger is worth trying. It’s a expensive type of beef.
The best thing they serve is the "Horsey Sauce". Back in the 70s & 80s they used to have the best milkshake selection in the business. Unfortunately they got rid of most of them. At one point they had salads, but the people that only eat meat and French fries complained that selling salads was a direct insult to their manhood and they stopped. Haven't been on one of them in at least 20 years.
Dianne, I like their roast beef with both their Arby's sauce and Horsey sauce. They let customers season their roast beef to our individual taste. If you try them again make sure you get a sampling of their sauces.
The sauce makes the sandwich. It would be unbearably bland without it.
There are only about four Arbys in the entirety of northern California, so when family from there comes it visit, a stop at Arbys is a must. Rare treat.
Diane, Mmmmm Arby's! You need to put a lot of BBQ sauce on their roast beef sandwiches to make them taste better. I noticed that in your part of the world, they call everything burgers, but here, only beef hamburgers are called burgers, everything else is a sandwich. Have a great week!
For the roast beef there is Arby sauce. It's not put on by the kitchen because every one enjoys different amounts.
Also, as I was told quite loudly by a Greek friend, the correct pronunciation is "yeero" with a bit of a rolled "r". Great job with sound fx in this video, it was as if you were chomping right next to me. I am sure the E.D. would not have allowed you to choke to death; too much paperwork. Finally, you have now set up a contest for your next visit to the States; best chicken nugget. The contenders-Arby's, Chik Fillet, KFC, Popeye's, Wendy's and McDonald's. Challenge presented!
Technically, it should be "yeeros", the singular and plural are the same.
For the roast beef sandwich, you have to use either the Arbys sauce or the horsey sauce, (depending on your preference) to take it to the next level. I think the beef n cheddar is better because it comes on a onion bun and has meted cheese sauce and some other kind of sauce. (the name escapes me) The gyro doesn’t have Mayo, it has tzatziki sauce, a creamy, lemony cucumber sauce. Makes it “more gooder.” ;)
My first job was at Arby's when I was 14. That was twenty years ago.
Aww mine was in Dunnes Stores Menswear
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Arby’s got me through college. You have to use Arby’s Sauce and Horsey Sauce on a plain sandwich. My go-to sandwich is the Beef and Cheddar.
Totally agree Beef and Cheddar all the way ..
Oh a beef & cheddar with a side of jalapeno bites with a shake to drink & for dessert a Peanutbuter cookie. 🤤
Nice review and I am surprised you are not twice your size. In the past I worked with
a nutritionist and she said that Arby's 'Market Fresh' sandwiches are some of the
better options out there, for fast food.
Yup, plain Roast Beef is boring, unless you add Arby's sauce or Horsey sauce. However, it's magical in the Beef n Cheddar. Change the plain bun for an onion roll, then add melted cheddar sauce and the sweet red ranch sauce (sort of like French dressing) and it's amazing! My first job was at an Arby's - and I still eat there :P They do have an amazing fried chicken bacon and swiss sandwich!
Thanks!
You bet!
I would recommend the jalapeno poppers they have there with a dipping sauce. Also, they have decent shakes.
Ditto on the poppers, although I think Diane doesn't care for spicy things. Poppers are hot two ways: the peppers are hot, and the cheese can be like lava. Be careful when you bite one. I have been known to eat a dozen of them, no problem.
Arby's stuffed jalapenos are So much better than Jack in the Box ones too
Diane, you need to put Arby's sauce on your roast beef sandwich. My favorite Arby's meal is Beef N' Chedder with Onion bun and add curly fries and Jamocha shake 😋.
You may be right about the origin of the name Arby's, but waitresses have always used the abbreviation R. B. for roast beef, so that's what I always thought it meant.
BTW, the Greek pronunciation of gyro is Yee-row.
Unless you from the hood, then its JY-ROW :D
It was on the history channel recently the R B is from the brothers name not roast beef as many believe It was on the foods that built America
@@The_Gallowglass Same from western Kansas.
@@robertkern9911 It was from the brothers' names, but as I understand, they did like the wordplay tie-in to their primary meat, roast beef. So it's kind of an inside joke double meaning.
@@rettawhinnery Yeah, but the rest of us know how to pronounce it correctly. :P
The curley fries dipped in their honey mustard is the best.
Hi Diane! The Roast Beef is my go to, but I have to put Arby Sauce or Horsey Sauce or both on it, or yeah, it's kinda bland. Their Curly Fries are great too. However, my favorite all time item from Arbys was their Potato Cakes, which they no longer make. Thanks, Chad.
Sounds great!
The potato cakes were the best! My sister always called them "D shaped potatoes," because they do. But one time in the Arby's she ordered them that way, and they looked at her funny 🤣
Its nice to commiserate the loss of potato cakes. I actually stopped at a truck stop for breakfast 2 weeks ago while travelling and the Arby's restaurant had breakfast and POTATO CAKES!!!
When I do get Arby's (which is vary rarely) I get only the Beef 'N Chedder. And Arby's isn’t Arby's with out Horsie Sauce. Go to a Greek restaurant to get a Gyros (pronounced Euro), they are served on Pita Bread.
Yay Editor Diane! Fantastic chomp sound effects with every first bite. Gyros, (pronounced "hero "), are awesome. You'll get the best at small Greek restaurants. And you can never go wrong with pulled pork. It's the breakfast of champions.
Great job on your video. Hope you're loving your time in America.
Yay, thank you!
Hero is close. Ye-roh.
Salutations Diane
The roast beef is cut like a Deli meat (sliced ham, sliced turkey, etc.), It is always better with cheese and Arby sauce,
The fries / chips should be eaten / dipped into bbg sauce, mayo, or ketchup with a little salt and pepper.
The nuggets also come with different dipping sauces for a more rich taste flavor.
yes organic apple juice has a weird, less sweet flavor to it.
The 'bread' in a Gyro is called a pita bread. Yes, it is similar to a Donner kebab. It is of Greek cuisine. There are several different styles from pork. beef, chicken, lamb, and other meats.
It's been over a year since I had Arby's. There is not one close to me. Closest one, from my rental apartment, I can remember is over 7 km away.
The ones i usually choose from their menu are: Double Stacked Reuben, Smokehouse Brisket, Buffalo Chicken Sandwich, Roast Turkey and Bacon Sandwich, and of course, the Curly Fries.
The gyro is probably my top favorite from Arby's. Your first reaction to the roast beef made me laugh 😂 It is probably their signature, but I am also not a big fan - you had a very relatable reaction!
Great reaction and rating. As others have said, you needed to add some Arby's Sauce to the classic roast beef sandwich... it makes a HUGE difference. I thought your other ratings were spot on. Arby's is definitely underrated. I give Diane's reaction a 10/10.
The only thing I really like from Arby's is their Reuben Sandwich. Can't go wrong with corned beef and sauerkraut 😊
The first time I tried one, I could still taste the sauerkraut the next day? lol! Perfect!
They do have a decent Reuben for a fast food restaurant. 🥰
I do legitimately get cravings for it. 🙂
I agree with the Reuben, it's the best they have to offer, not as good as a Deli Reuben but it will due. The roast beef is horrible in my opinion.
2:47 😂 that chomping noise on such a crunchless sandwich is getting me
Fun video Diane! One suggestion on the roast beef sandwich, you might want to put Arby's sauce or the Horsey sauce! Helps those sandwiches with more flavor! The Gyros are very good! I love those! We do not have the Pulled Pork available in my area. I like that one too when we've had it available.
The Arby Q!!
If you ever do an Arby's Edition 2, things try should include the Cheese Roast Beef, The French Dip with Au Jus Sauce, and the Wagyu if it is available. BTW certain supermarkets in the USA sell Arby's Sauce in bottles and also Arby's Curly Fries (CHIPS?) to bake at home.
The beef and cheddar is my go to order at Arby's. I prefer their curly fries to the crinkle fries. 🍟 The Horsey Sauce, and mayonnaise / horseradish mix would have added yumminess, in my opinion, to your roast beef sandwich. Now I want Arby's. Thanks Diane 😁
Sounds great! My mom puts horseradish in the mashed potato. It’s actually lovely.
I'm weird and I can't stand their curly fries. I stopped eating at Arby for a while after they got rid of the waffle fries. The curly fries have always been dry and kinda bland for me, I really don't get the appeal of them. I started going again once I found that the crinkle fries were actually pretty good.
I enjoyed the humor in this one very much and had a few good laughs. when I eat at Arby's in Canada i have a half pound French Dip 'n Swiss , MONTREAL SMOKED MEAT REUBEN,ROAST TURKEY RANCH & BACON SANDWICH as it is fun to have a plate of mixed sandwiches. I feel bad about Chewie's dermatitis and I hope you find a solution anyway I hope you guys have a good week
I love Arby's!!! I wish you had ordered the Classic Beef N' Cheddar, that's my favorite. Don't forget the sauces next time for the sandwich, you need a 'Do Over'. 10 out of 10
Happy Monday, Diane! I haven't had Arby's in a long time. Hope that you had enjoyed it for your first time. You should do more of these types of vids in the near future. Have a fantastic week Diane! Always a pleasure! 😎👍👋
I will!
@@DianeJennings Looking forward to seeing them! 👍
Greek Gyro from Arby’s for me. With lamb meat. And yogurt sauce. Yogurt Sauce! The Greek salad is the only thing they leave out. Glad you liked it.
Sounds great! I tried a Greek sauce before and it was yummy
I ❤ Arby's and insist you return! No one eats a roast beef sandwich plain. You have to add sauce to your roast beef sandwich! I'm partial to the Arby's sauce, but every once in a while, the Horsey sauce is necessary. You also need curly fries and the fish sandwich. All much better than what you ordered.
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@@DianeJennings Diane, get the stuffed jalapenos with the raspberry dipping sauce to. The BEST!
Diane, whoever told you that the Big Beef was the go to sandwich definitely steered you in the wrong direction. I personally don't know even one person who would choose the Big Beef over the Beef n' Cheddar sandwich. The Beef n' Cheddar has both Cheddar Cheese sauce and Ruby Ranch dressing (aka Catalina dressing) which is an almost sweet yet peppery touch they add to the sandwich. There's only a teaspoon or two of Ruby Ranch but it adds so much taste to the sandwich. It almost tastes like a peppered apple jam (not exactly but close enough).
Oh, and in answer to your burger question. Here in the U.S. to be a burger it has to be packed ground unbreaded meat to be a burger, otherwise it's classified as a sandwich no matter what type of bread or roll is used. What you guys call a chicken burger we call a chicken sandwich due to it being neither packed ground meat or unbreaded (in most cases). Our chicken burgers are ground and fried as a patty just like a hamburger or cheeseburger. There is one exception to the rule though. Meatloaf served in a roll is considered a Meatloaf sandwich not a Meatloaf burger.
America's Roast Beef, Yes Sir! In case you wanted to know what Arbys stood for. Yeah it's a thing.
Thank you ma’am
@@DianeJennings"America's Roast Beef, Yes Sir" was just an old advertising slogan. You were right about Arby's just being a play on RB's.
Don't dismiss the deserts. The caramel chocolate chip cookies when warm and gooey are the best cookies I have ever had. I would stop by there just to buy a cookie if I was nearby. My favorite is their rueben, but it would be a cliche if an Irish girl ate a sandwich made from corn beef and cabbage (sourkraut).
Their loaded fries and fried Cajun turkey sandwich they do around the holidays is my favorite.
Oh, I think I put would’ve preferred turkey to roast beef
I forgot about that turkey sandwich around the holidays.....so good.
I really love this video. Happy Monday! Have a great week.
Thank you! You too!
I am partial to the swiss dip sandwich. Im surprised that you didn't try the seasoned curly fries
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Not trying the curly fries is a huge mistake. That's the best thing on the menu!
My favorite Arby’s sandwiches are the Greek Gyro and the Reuben. With the Ruben I always get extra corned beef and Swiss cheese.
For future reference, "gyro" is pronounced (yEE' row). It's really the only thing I enjoy from Arby's. They used to have some really good items, but many of them get changed out for newer offerings. The jalapeno sliders are really good, as well, but not very filling.
Diane, Arby's IS known for their roast beef sandwich thus the name: R.B.'s (or Arby's...abbreviation for roast beef.) HOWEVER...we in America usually get the Arby's Sauce for it because it IS bland otherwise.
Next time try the beef 'n' cheddar. It comes on an onion roll with Catalina Dressing inside. Very tasty indeed.
Also..."Gyro" is actually pronounced: YEE-ro and remember to roll the "r."
MOST standard gyros have pita bread; tomato; onions; and lamb. Tsatsiki (pronounced just like it is spelled) is the standard sauce and recommended one as well.
The closest way I can describe it is: A creamed cucumber dressing that looks like ranch dressing but has a flavor all its own.
Oh, dessert-wise, you missed out. The Jamocha shake is really good, and the cherry turnover slaps hard. And the roast beef sandwiches do REALLY need the sauce. The Arby's sauce is the shizz-nitz, and you can buy it in the grocery store in bottles now.
You know what that's REALLY good for? Pour it over a pork roast in a crock pot and a few hours later you've got... really nice pulled pork.
LOVE the cherry turnover....so yummy
Arby's is my favorite fast food place. The Smokehouse Brisket is literally the best sandwich you can get from a chain restaurant. The Beef 'N Cheddar is amazing. The Classic Roast Beef is supposed to have Arby's sauce on it, so you are eating half a sandwich there.
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Wait, did you eat Arby's and not get curly fries?
It's good you found some things you like at Arby's. I'm surprised you didn't get the seasoned curly fries they are good
Arby’s Sauce is a must.
Ahh I was begging you to try the Horsey sauce and the Arby’s sauce! You gotta try once more!
Arbys is very good. I love their curly fries. Those are the best and favorite thing to get when I go there. I always like to ring their bell when I leave but I think it annoys their employees.
I didn’t see a bell 🔔?!?!
The Bell did not exist last time I was there which was umpteen years ago. What's the bell for?
The roast beef is my favorite WHEN IT’S MADE RIGHT. But recently, I’ve run into a lot of locations that don’t do it well.
I love Arby's! They tend to have the best deals next to White Castle for Sandwiches/Burgers. They also in March used to have some of the best Fish Sandwiches. Though last few years the quality of the Fish Sandwiches declined, so instead Culver's is now best for that.
Additionally, you need the "Horsey Sauce" to get the full impact/flavor of their Regular Sandwiches!
I used to work there, and I loved their Reubens. Only two places in my small town serve Reubens, and Arby's is cheaper.
@@rf3162 Reubens are decent, though my favorite regular menu item at Arby's is their Regular Roast Beef with Horsey Sauce. But, for seasonal items the Gyros are indeed amazing. Though not as good as a regular good Greek Restaurant's Gyros.
As for cost & quality White Castle still beats Arby's and all other Fast Food restaurants.
The White Castles' near me I can get 10 regular Sliders, a Large Drink, a Large Onion Chips, and plenty of their Zesty Dipping Sauce for less then $20.
Usually a gyro is served with tzatziki sauce (yogurt, cucumber, garlic, olive oil). I think that's what you maybe identified as mayo.
I don't think the roast beef got a fair shot if you just had it plain. I usually get beef and cheddar with Arby's sauce and horsey sauce. Excellent. Haven't tried their gyro, although I love gyros. Biggest miss between Chicago and rural North Carolina - foods, especially pizza and gyros. A month or so ago I got some kind of special garlic burger from Arby's - it was tasty. They do a good chocolate shake, too.
Arby's best are the Beef and Cheddar, and the smoked Brisket, For the Classic Cheddar you should add ArbyQ sauce. I also like the potato wedge it's like a tator tot except it's a triangle.
I've never been a fan of the Arby's roast beef burger. It's always too dry, but I'm willing to give the Gyro a try. It looked good and you gave it a 9/10.
Hence the sauces
My favorites are the crinkle fries, jamocha shake and the last remaining turkey sandwich. They've also had a reuben sandwich I liked. Arby's seems to have more varied items, that makes them different. I did not know they're in other countries.
I love Arby's food.
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Best thing to order from Arby's is the meat mountain off their secret menu. It's a sandwich with all the meats.
Your classic sandwich had no cheese or sauce. I wouldn’t have liked that either.
Thanks for trying it Diane!
You are so welcome!
The "classic" at Arby's (and basically all of their other roast beef sandwiches, for that matter) tend to be quite dry, but are much better when combined with their signature "Arbys Sauce" (BBQ sauce) and/or "Horsey Sauce" (horseradish mustard).
Yes... definitely add one of the sauces (I kind of like the horsey sauce myself)
it's a shame they didn't suggest the curly fries because those are much better than the crinkle fries. If you try Arby's again please try the curly fries. Also their market fresh sandwiches (traditional sandwiches) are good.
The Arby's beef sandwiches are much better with the Horsey (Horse radish based) sauce or the red "BB" sauce. If you ever get out to Washington State on the West Coast of the U.S. I would heartily recommend Famous Dave's BBQ in Tacoma, and Iver's Fish & Chips. The cod is the best and their clam chowder is fantastic. Lacey has a great Mexican Taco truck, Taco Amigo, which IMHO, makes the best taco's and burritos in the area. I can't really recommend much else in that area,. but a visit to Brown & Haleys Store is a must if you like chocolate.. ( You can even buy 5 LB slabs of it there!)
Great video, love the Jeopardy game show music. my favorite sandwich from ARBYS ,, is the french dip. Roast beef with swiss and of course the AU JUS dipping stuff. 👍🍀
Arby's doesn't sell burgers! They are sandwiches. I only eat the roast beef with cheddar. The plain one is, well, plain. Arby's sauce is a must. I like the gyros and the French dip w/au juice, and the turkey, bacon ranch sandwich, too. Everyone raves about the curly fries but I prefer the krinkle fries. I went once and they had fried mac and cheese balls. They were fantastic. When I went the next time, I found out they were only offered that month. 😢
Arby's Horsey (horseradish) sauce is what makes the roast beef sandwich a 10/10 for me!
If you like pulled pork you really need to visit North Carolina. We will take you on a tour to try both Western NC and Eastern NC styles. Pulled pork done right!
I don't eat fast food very often, but Arby's is good. The roast beef sandwich needed sauce - either Arby's sauce (which is kind of like BBQ combined with ketchup) or Horsey Sauce (mayo with horseradish). The gyro looked delicious. The bread is called a pita which originated in the Middle East. The sauce on the gyro is called tzatziki sauce. It's usually made with Greek yogurt, cucumbers, lemon juice, minced garlic, and fresh dill. However Arby's replaces the Greek yogurt with sour cream. The only thing I think you missed out on are their curly fries which are seasoned with cayenne and paprika with hints of garlic and onion. I like to dip them in Arby's sauce. But you can't go wrong with crinkle fries either. Glad you enjoyed it! And I'm with you - I love Dr. Pepper!
Diane forgot to try the stuffed jalapenos with raspberry dipping sauce. So good! 😍 I often stopped at Arby's on my way home from work just for those. I also liked the cheddar jalapeno beef sandwich from the value menu. I think they stopped making it, which is a total disappointment.😥
Hey Diane!
Two notes on your review of Arby's:
1) you have to sause thar roast beef sandwich. I like the Arby's sauce.
2) ive never had a gyro at Arby's, but if that was mayo on ot, that would be a travesty. Tzatziki sause is a creamy cucumber-based sauce that's ideal for a gyro, and that is what you'll find on an authentic Greek gyro.
I’ll take Arby’s over McDonald’s or some of the other fast food joints in North America, but I typically steer clear. When you’re really hungry, a beef and cheddar with horseradish sauce is better than a Big Mac. But my family is Irish and Welsh, so I always have horseradish and Keene’s hot mustard in my fridge. I make my own horseradish sauce with creme fraiche and fresh herbs. I don’t eat sandwiches with thick sliced meat either. It has to be paper thin. I have an Italian deli where I get all my meats, cheese, arugula and fresh bread.
I love the gyros and here they have Reuben sandwiches too that are good. The curly fries are good too. The regular sandwiches need sauce, I like the horseradish.
Thanks for the tips!
I guess we have so many "burger" places here we like Arby's because they have sliced meat or pulled pork instead of ground meats. Also, as many commenters have said, the "Horsey Sauce" (a very mild horseradish sauce) adds a great flavor kick. I think Arby's are over-priced a bit, so it's not a place that is frequented as often as Burger King or Whataburger, etc. Honestly, most of us try to cook at home more than go for fast food because they use so much processed foods, fats, and preservatives which is a lot of calories.
Aww, you forgot the Arby Sauce on the first one!
I died a little inside when I saw you eat the roast beef sandwich without adding any horsey (horseradish) sauce or at least Arby's sauce 😢
The roast beef sandwich is only good with cheese and with the Arby's Sauce and the Horsey Sauce. And you haven't really had Arby's until you've had their curly fries (they come nicely seasoned), their apple turnover, and their Jamocha shake.
They used to be better but something happened 10-ish years ago that reduced the quality of their food. Still, they're better than several other fast food spots.
You are right. A sandwich is 2 slices of bread. Don't know where calling everything a sandwich came from. That may only be a fast food construct.
You should have tried the Arby's sauce w/ the Roast Beef 'burger.' (use 1/2 a packet or it gets messy). (Horseradish sauce for those who like it. It's an acquired taste). Also, the beef and cheese is really good. Footnote: Their buns could be better.
In Australia "gyro" is called a yiros and it comes with a garlic flavoured yoghurt dressing.
Gotta add the RB's sauce. I like the Ruben Sandwich. Thank you...that was a fun video.
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