Arby’s Happy Hour Menu, Times & $1 Specials 2026

Arby’s happy hour is the simplest deal in fast food: every afternoon, participating Arby’s restaurants sell sliders, curly fries, mozzarella sticks, Jamocha shakes, and cookies for just $1 each. No app, no coupon code, no minimum purchase — walk in between 2 and 5 PM and the dollar menu is yours.

In this guide, you’ll find the full Arby’s happy hour menu with 2026 prices, the exact hours (plus why they shift by location), an honest worth-it breakdown, how it stacks up against Arby’s 2 for $6 and Loaded Rewards offers, and answers to the most-searched questions.

Arby’s Happy Hour

Arby’s Happy Hour typically runs from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at participating U.S. locations, offering select sliders, sides, shakes, and cookies for $1 each. Hours and the $1 item list are set by franchise owners, so some restaurants run shorter windows or skip the program entirely.

What Time Is Happy Hour at Arby’s?

The 2–5 PM window dates back to the 2015 slider launch, but it is not a corporate guarantee — franchisees choose their own hours and whether to participate at all. These are commonly reported schedules in major markets; your store’s menu board is the only schedule that counts.

City, StateReported Happy Hour
Atlanta, GADaily, 2:00–5:00 PM
Dallas, TXDaily, 2:00–5:00 PM
Chicago, ILDaily, 2:00–5:00 PM
Phoenix, AZDaily, 2:00–5:00 PM
Denver, CODaily, 2:00–5:00 PM
Orlando, FLDaily, 2:00–5:00 PM

Arby’s Happy Hour Menu 2026

The Arby’s happy hour menu includes six sliders, three sides, four drinks, and two cookies — every item $1. The deepest cuts are the shakes (about two-thirds off) and the sliders (roughly half off); the full 2026 lineup is below.

Arby's $1 happy hour menu items: sliders, curly fries and a branded chocolate shake

Sliders — $1 each

Menu ItemHappy Hour PriceRegular Price
Classic Roast Beef Slider$1$1.79–$1.99
Buffalo Chicken Slider$1$1.79–$1.99
Jalapeño Roast Beef Slider$1$1.79–$1.99
Roast Turkey Slider$1$1.79–$1.99
Chicken Slider$1$1.79–$1.99
Ham Slider$1$1.79–$1.99

Sides, Drinks & Cookies — $1 each

Menu ItemHappy Hour PriceRegular Price
Small Curly Fries$1~$2.29
Small Crinkle-Cut Fries$1~$2.29
Mozzarella Sticks (2 pc)$1~$2.49
Small Fountain Drink$1$1.79–$1.99
Small Chocolate / Vanilla / Jamocha Shake$1~$2.99
Triple Chocolate Cookie$1~$1.49
Salted Caramel & Chocolate Cookie$1~$1.49

Price note: typical reported ranges, not fixed nationwide prices — confirm on the menu board.

Is Arby’s happy hour Worth It in 2026?

Run the numbers before you go — the value is real, but uneven:

  • Best value: small shakes drop from ~$2.99 to $1 (about 67% off) — the steepest markdown on the list.
  • Deepest food cut: six sliders at $1 each vs $1.79–$1.99 regular — roughly half off; the Classic Roast Beef and Jalapeño Roast Beef are the standouts.
  • Most reliable: curly fries at $1 appear on nearly every participating store’s list.
  • Skip: the $1 fountain drink saves well under a dollar — order a shake instead; cookies drop only ~$0.50.
  • Watch out: franchises trim the $1 list first (shakes and mozzarella sticks go first), and the deals can’t be combined with coupons.

Happy Hour vs Other Arby’s Deals

  • 2 for $6 Everyday Value: two full-size items (gyros, Beef ‘n Cheddar, tenders) — better for full sandwiches; happy hour wins on snack-size variety.
  • 4 for $10 mix and match: four full-size items — better per-item for big appetites; happy hour wins for grazing (ten $1 items beats four).
  • Loaded Rewards app: 10 points per $1, including happy hour purchases — slow earning on $1 items, but points stack with the deals.

How to Find It Near You

  1. Open the official Arby’s restaurant locator and enter your city, state, or ZIP code.
  2. Check the store’s posted hours and local menu — happy hour isn’t listed nationally, so the menu board is the source of truth.
  3. Still unsure? Call the store and ask whether they run happy hour and which items are included.

Arby’s Happy Hour Tips

Small moves that squeeze maximum value out of the 2–5 PM window:

Tip 1 — Arrive right at 2 PM. The full $1 selection is available at opening; popular items like Jamocha shakes and mozzarella sticks can sell out later. Benefit: you get every deal instead of settling for leftovers.
Tip 2 — Order the shake, skip the soda. A small shake drops from ~$2.99 to $1 while a fountain drink saves pennies. Benefit: the steepest discount on the entire menu lands in your cup.
Tip 3 — Build a $5 sampler, not a combo. Two sliders, curly fries, and a cookie cost $4 during happy hour versus ~$8 regular. Benefit: more variety for less than any combo meal.
Tip 4 — Scan Loaded Rewards on every visit. You earn 10 points per $1 even on $1 items. Benefit: today’s cheap snack funds tomorrow’s free sandwich.
Tip 5 — Call before you drive. Participation and the $1 list vary by franchise. Benefit: one 30-second call saves a wasted trip to a non-participating store.
Tip 6 — Feed two for $12. Six sliders, two small fries, two small shakes, and two cookies cover two people. Benefit: a full afternoon meal for two costs less than one regular combo each.

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FAQs

What time does happy hour start at Arby’s?

Arby’s happy hour typically runs 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at participating U.S. locations. Each franchise sets its own schedule — call ahead to confirm.

Does Arby’s have happy hour on weekends?

Most locations run it seven days a week; a minority limit it to Monday–Friday. Weekend availability depends on the franchise owner.

Is everything really $1 during happy hour?

Only the items on each location’s $1 list — sliders, small fries, small shakes, small drinks, cookies, and 2-pc mozzarella sticks at most stores. Full-size sandwiches stay at regular prices.

Which sliders are included in the $1 deal?

Typically six: Classic Roast Beef, Buffalo Chicken, Jalapeño Roast Beef, Roast Turkey, Chicken, and Ham. Stores that trim the list usually keep the roast beef and chicken sliders.

Do the $1 Jamocha shakes run out?

Shakes are the first item franchises cut when trimming the $1 list, and small size only — if your store dropped shakes, the slider-and-fries combo is still the best value.

Can happy hour be combined with coupons or Loaded Rewards?

Happy hour prices generally can’t combine with coupons, but Loaded Rewards members still earn 10 points per $1 on happy hour purchases through the app.

Does happy hour work in the drive-thru?

Most locations honor it at the counter and drive-thru. App and online ordering varies by store — if $1 pricing doesn’t show, order in-store instead.

Why doesn’t my Arby’s offer happy hour?

Participation is voluntary — franchise owners decide. Use the Arby’s locator to find nearby locations, then call to check which ones run the 2–5 PM $1 menu.

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