Arby's Deep Fried Turkey Gobbler is back for the 2026 holiday season

Arby’s Thanksgiving-in-a-sandwich is back. The chain brought back its Deep Fried Turkey Gobbler on Oct. 26 at participating locations nationwide, along with the rest of its deep-fried turkey lineup, for a limited time while supplies last, according to Arby’s parent company Inspire Brands and QSR Magazine.

What’s on Arby’s Deep Fried Turkey Gobbler?

The Gobbler stacks deep-fried turkey with crispy onions, Swiss cheese, stuffing, cranberry spread and mayo on a toasted sub bun, according to the company’s announcement. It is built to taste like a holiday plate in one bite, which is a big part of why it draws a following each fall.

When is the Turkey Gobbler available?

It returned Monday, Oct. 26. Arby’s has not announced an end date; the sandwich is offered for a limited time while supplies last, so availability can vary by restaurant. Checking the Arby’s app or a local store is the easiest way to confirm.

Is the Turkey Gobbler good?

USA Today published a roundup of early reviews after the sandwich’s return on Oct. 28. Taste is personal, and the stuffing-and-cranberry combination is the part most likely to divide diners.

Why it matters

Limited-time holiday items are a common way for fast-food chains to draw customers in the weeks before Thanksgiving. Arby’s describes this as the return of its deep-fried turkey lineup, so it is a familiar seasonal item rather than a brand-new one.

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