Arby’s, one of the largest restaurant chains in the United States, has successfully opened its first location in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The restaurant features a unique menu that combines popular US favorites with exclusive items that are not available anywhere else in the world.
Michael Haley, President and Managing Director of International for Inspire Brands, expressed enthusiasm about Arby’s expansion into Saudi Arabia, considering it a significant milestone for the brand’s international growth story. Saud Abdullah al-Athel, Chief Executive Officer of Shahia Foods Limited Company, had long desired to bring Arby’s to the Kingdom, attracted by its distinctive menu and commitment to quality.
Adapting the restaurant to suit international tastes posed an enjoyable challenge, and the team worked diligently to create a dining experience and menu that would resonate strongly with Saudi guests while staying true to the original Arby’s concept, according to al-Athel.
Arby’s Riyadh menu features ten handcrafted, high-quality meat stacks prepared fresh at the restaurant daily. Similar to the US menu, customers in Riyadh can indulge in a variety of meats, including freshly sliced tender roast beef, slow-smoked beef brisket, and flavorful marinated pulled chicken. Complementing these meat stacks are Arby’s signature sides, such as seasoned Curly Fries, crispy onion rings, and cheese sticks.
The Riyadh location also offers special menu items that are unique to the Kingdom. These include the Smoked Brisket Philly, which enhances Arby’s signature beef brisket with roasted vegetables and melted Swiss cheese, and the Smokey Barbeque Chicken sandwich featuring juicy pulled chicken marinated in warm shawarma spices and coated in Arby’s Smoky BBQ sauce.
With its expansion into Saudi Arabia, Arby’s now operates 180 locations in eight countries outside of the US. The company has plans for further growth in Saudi Arabia and Southeast Mexico in the coming months.
The Arby’s restaurant in Riyadh is conveniently situated on Uthman lbn Affan Road, near Al Nakheel Mall, offering easy access for customers.