Arby’s Deep Fried Turkey Sandwich: Gobbler and Club Are Back for 2026
Yes, the Arby’s deep fried turkey sandwich is back. Arby’s brought back its Deep Fried Turkey lineup on Monday, October 26, 2026, at participating restaurants across the United States, for a limited time while supplies last. There are two sandwiches this year: the Deep Fried Turkey Gobbler, which packs stuffing and cranberry spread onto the turkey, and the Deep Fried Turkey Club, which keeps it simple with bacon and cheddar. The Gobbler starts at $7.39 and the Club starts at $6.99, but prices vary by location, so check the app before you drive over.
Price and Calories at a Glance
The Gobbler costs from $7.39 and has 690 calories. The Club costs from $6.99 and has 650 calories. Both sandwiches hold a quarter pound of thick-sliced deep-fried turkey on a toasted sub bun, and both are available as a meal with fries and a drink. The Gobbler meal starts at $11.59 and the Club meal starts at $11.29.
Arby’s Deep Fried Turkey Sandwich Comes in Two Builds
Both sandwiches start with the same base: a quarter pound of thick-sliced turkey that is marinated and deep-fried, piled onto a toasted sub bun. What changes is everything on top of it. The Gobbler is the Thanksgiving plate in sandwich form, while the Club is the everyday version for people who want the same turkey without the holiday flavors.
The Deep Fried Turkey Gobbler
The Gobbler is a popular choice for Thanksgiving flavors. It stacks the deep-fried turkey with stuffing, a tangy cranberry spread, crispy onions, melted Swiss cheese, and mayo. Arby’s calls it the ultimate Thanksgiving sandwich, and it is back by popular demand, which is the same line the chain used when it announced the return on October 26, 2026.
The Deep Fried Turkey Club
The Club uses the same quarter pound of deep-fried turkey but skips the holiday toppings. It comes with crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, and mayo on the same toasted sub bun. If stuffing and cranberry are not your thing, this is the sandwich to order, and it costs a little less than the Gobbler at most locations.
| Sandwich | Turkey | Toppings | Price from | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deep Fried Turkey Gobbler | 1/4 lb deep-fried turkey | Stuffing, cranberry spread, crispy onions, Swiss, mayo | $7.39 | 690 |
| Deep Fried Turkey Club | 1/4 lb deep-fried turkey | Bacon, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, mayo | $6.99 | 650 |
What They Cost
Arby’s does not print one national price for either sandwich, so the price at your store is the one that counts. The chain lists starting prices of $7.39 for the Gobbler and $6.99 for the Club, but franchise stores set their own prices, and some charge less than the listed starting price. The table below shows the starting prices from Arby’s plus what real stores charged at launch.
Why Arby’s Deep Fried Turkey Sandwich Has No Single Price
Prices change by city, by store, and by ordering app. At launch, the Gobbler cost $6.49 at a Los Angeles Arby’s (Brand Eating, October 26) and $7.89 at an Austin location, while the Club cost $6.29 in Los Angeles and $7.29 in Austin. Delivery apps add their own markup on top, so the in-store price is almost always the cheapest way to get one.
| Sandwich | Arby’s starting price | Los Angeles | Austin, TX | Meal from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deep Fried Turkey Gobbler | $7.39 | $6.49 | $7.89 | $11.59 |
| Deep Fried Turkey Club | $6.99 | $6.29 | $7.29 | $11.29 |
Meal Prices
Both sandwiches come as a meal with fries and a drink. The Gobbler meal starts at $11.59 and the Club meal starts at $11.29, per Arby’s own starting prices. At one Austin location the meals ran $12.39 for the Gobbler and $11.99 for the Club, so expect about a dollar of swing either way.
Calories and Nutrition
The two sandwiches are close in calories but built differently, so the numbers split in interesting ways. The Gobbler carries more carbs and sugar from the stuffing and cranberry spread, while the Club carries more fat from the bacon and cheddar. Neither sandwich is particularly light, and both contain close to a full day’s recommended sodium limit. The Gobbler comes closer at 2,130 milligrams, compared with 2,030 milligrams for the Club.
Gobbler Nutrition
One Deep Fried Turkey Gobbler has 690 calories, 28 grams of fat, and 36 grams of protein. Sodium runs to 2,130 milligrams, which is close to the full daily limit of 2,300 milligrams in a single sandwich. The stuffing and cranberry spread push carbs to 74 grams, with 14 grams of sugar.
| Nutrition (per sandwich) | Gobbler |
|---|---|
| Calories | 690 |
| Total fat | 28 g |
| Saturated fat | 10 g |
| Sodium | 2,130 mg |
| Total carbs | 74 g |
| Sugars | 14 g |
| Protein | 36 g |
Club Nutrition
One Deep Fried Turkey Club has 650 calories, 35 grams of fat, and 40 grams of protein. Sodium is 2,030 milligrams, a little lower than the Gobbler but still very high. Carbs are 46 grams with 6 grams of sugar, so the Club is the lower-sugar pick of the two.
| Nutrition (per sandwich) | Club |
|---|---|
| Calories | 650 |
| Total fat | 35 g |
| Saturated fat | 10 g |
| Sodium | 2,030 mg |
| Total carbs | 46 g |
| Sugars | 6 g |
| Protein | 40 g |
Which One Is Lighter?
The Club wins on calories by 40, and it wins on sugar by a clear margin. The Gobbler has 7 grams less fat than the Club, while the Club provides 4 grams more protein. If salt is your main worry, neither sandwich helps much, and sharing one with a friend is the simplest way to cut the numbers in half.
A Short History of the Deep Fried Turkey
The deep-fried turkey line started in October 2017, when Arby’s launched a Cajun-seasoned version with Cajun spread, crispy onions, and Cajun seasoning on a star-cut bun. That first sandwich cost $5.49 and had 430 calories. The Club launched the same year, then left the menu until Arby’s brought it back in 2020, and it has been the regular version of the idea since, while the Gobbler joined as an all-new sandwich in 2024.
| Year | What happened |
|---|---|
| 2017 | Cajun Deep Fried Turkey debuts ($5.49, 430 cal); Club form launches |
| 2020 | Deep Fried Turkey Club returns |
| 2024 | Deep Fried Turkey Gobbler debuts as all-new, on a brioche bun |
| 2025 | Gobbler rebuilt on a sub bun with stuffing and cranberry; Apple Pie Shake debuts |
| Oct 26, 2026 | Gobbler and Club return for a limited time, while supplies last |
The Club Carried the Idea
The Cajun version was a test, and the Club was the idea that stuck. The Club came back in 2020 after three years off the menu, and by then the deep-fried turkey had become a small Thanksgiving tradition at Arby’s, the kind of item fans ask about every fall. Each return sold the same promise: a quarter pound of fried turkey, no carving, no cooking, no cleanup. The Gobbler joined in 2024 and gave the lineup a second sandwich, so the Club stopped carrying the idea alone.
The 2024 Gobbler Is Not the 2026 Gobbler
If you tried the Gobbler in 2024, do not expect the same sandwich this year. The 2024 version came on a brioche bun with provolone cheese, lettuce, tomato, a savory herb spread, and everything seasoning, and it had no stuffing or cranberry at all. Arby’s rebuilt it in 2025 on a toasted sub bun with stuffing, cranberry spread, Swiss cheese, and crispy onions, and that is the version back on the menu now.
What Other Sites Get Wrong
Search for Arby’s deep fried turkey sandwich and you will find pages that describe a different sandwich, because the recipe changed twice and the old numbers never left the internet. The most common error is the calorie count, and the second is mixing this sandwich up with Arby’s other turkey sandwiches. Both mistakes are easy to make, and both are easy to spot once you know the 2026 build.
The Old Calorie Numbers Still Floating Around
Some menu sites still list the Gobbler at 507 calories and the Club at 513 calories, with prices near $5.49 and $5.99. Those numbers belong to the old 2024 build on a brioche bun, not the 2026 sub-roll version. The current Arby’s deep fried turkey sandwich numbers are 690 calories for the Gobbler and 650 for the Club, per the nutrition figures reported with the 2026 return.
Do Not Mix It Up With the Other Gobbler
Wawa, the East Coast convenience chain, also sells a sandwich called the Gobbler, and it comes back every fall too. It is a different sandwich from a different chain, with its own build and price. If a review talks about mashed potatoes and gravy on the sandwich, it is not the Arby’s version.
How It Compares to Arby’s Other Turkey Sandwiches
Arby’s sells more than one turkey sandwich, and the one that only shows up around Thanksgiving is Arby’s deep fried turkey sandwich. The year-round turkey sandwich is the Turkey Ranch and Bacon, a deli-style build on honey wheat bread. The Turkey Gyro is the third option, a different kind of sandwich entirely.
Deep Fried Turkey vs Turkey Ranch and Bacon
The Turkey Ranch and Bacon costs about $7.99 and has 800 calories, so it costs more than the Gobbler and carries more calories too. It is roast turkey with bacon, cheddar, ranch sauce, lettuce, tomato, and red onion on honey wheat bread, with no frying and no holiday toppings. Pick it when Arby’s deep fried turkey sandwich is off the menu, or when you want a turkey sandwich in the middle of summer.
| Sandwich | Price | Calories | When to get it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deep Fried Turkey Gobbler | From $7.39 | 690 | Now, limited time |
| Deep Fried Turkey Club | From $6.99 | 650 | Now, limited time |
| Turkey Ranch & Bacon | About $7.99 | 800 | All year |
| Turkey Gyro | Varies | 470 | Patchy in the U.S., common in Canada |
How to Order It
You can order in the restaurant, at the drive-thru, online, or in the Arby’s app, and both sandwiches come on their own or as a meal. The sandwiches are at participating locations only, so not every Arby’s will have them. Arby’s deep fried turkey sandwich stock runs while supplies last, so a store can sell out before the run ends.
Before You Drive
Open the Arby’s app and check the menu at your store before you go, because the app shows whether your location carries them. If the app does not list them, call the store and ask, since a location can run out mid-run. Thanksgiving week is the busiest time for these sandwiches, so earlier in the run is the safer bet.
Make It Your Own
Both sandwiches can be customized, so you can hold the mayo, swap the cheese, or add bacon to the Gobbler. The Gobbler without the cranberry spread tastes closer to a plain turkey club, and the Club with extra bacon leans richer. Ask for the sandwich without stuffing if you want the Gobbler to feel lighter, though the calories will not drop much.
Check for App Deals
Open the Loaded Rewards app before you order, because Arby’s drops member offers on seasonal items without warning. The turkey sandwiches are not part of a standing deal, but a free sandwich offer or a points bonus can cut the cost of the meal. The app also shows the menu at your exact store, which is the fastest way to confirm both sandwiches are in stock before you drive.
What to Order With It
The sandwiches come with nothing else, so build the rest of the meal around them. A meal adds fries and a drink, and that is the simplest way to round it out. If you order the sandwich on its own, a small curly fries is the natural partner, and it keeps the meal in the same salty, crispy lane as the turkey.
Fries and a Drink
A small curly fries costs about $2.99 and adds 250 calories. Adding a small curly fries brings the Club to about 900 calories and the Gobbler to about 940 calories, before adding a drink. A soft drink or unsweet tea rounds it out, and the calculator adds the whole meal up before you order. If you want the lightest version of the meal, pick the Club with a small fries and a diet drink.
Skip the Apple Pie Shake
Do not count on the Apple Pie Shake this year. It debuted in 2025 alongside the turkey sandwiches, with apple pie flavor, baked green apples, and warming spices, and it is not back in 2026. The October 26 return announcement covers the two sandwiches only, and Fast Food Post confirmed on October 27 that no seasonal dessert is joining the lineup this time, so the shakes on the menu are the regular ones. The Jamocha Shake is the safe dessert pick if you want something sweet with the sandwich.
Is It Worth It?
Yes, if you like Thanksgiving flavors or you want the cheapest way to try deep-fried turkey. Arby’s deep fried turkey sandwich packs a full holiday plate into one bun. The catch is the salt, because one sandwich carries almost a full day of sodium, so this is a treat, not an everyday lunch.
Get the Gobbler If…
Get the Gobbler if you love stuffing and cranberry sauce, or if you want the full Thanksgiving plate without cooking. It is the richer and more filling of the two, and the crispy onions add the crunch the Club does not have. Order it early in the run, because a store can sell out of the Gobbler before the run ends.
Get the Club If…
Get the Club if you want the same turkey without the holiday toppings, or if you want fewer calories and less sugar. It is the plainer sandwich, and the bacon and cheddar make it taste like a classic club. It is also the cheaper of the two at most locations, by about forty cents.
