Arby’s knows its fans. Whether it’s a pile of roast beef or crispy curly fries, the brand has built a reputation on meat-packed sandwiches and nostalgia. This time, they’re leaning into both. The Loaded Italian sandwich is officially back on the menu, and if that name rings a bell, it’s because it was a cult favorite before getting the boot during a 2021 menu reshuffle. Now, it returns with all its layers, and one flavorful update.
What’s inside the new Loaded Italian?
The new version stacks ham, salami, and pepperoni with Swiss cheese, fresh lettuce, tomato, red onions, and banana peppers, all inside a toasted sub roll. It’s bold, it’s meaty, and it’s dripping with something different this time: a savory garlic aioli. The original sandwich had a red wine vinaigrette, but Arby’s swapped it out for something richer and more sandwich-forward. This garlic aioli might be the biggest change, adding a creamy kick to the already stacked lineup.
The sandwich is available for a limited time only, and it’s already rolling out at participating Arby’s locations across the U.S. Price varies by region, but most fans report a tag around $6.99. Whether it’ll stay longer than its original 2021 run is up in the air, but right now, it’s making waves on food TikTok and Reddit threads alike.
Arby’s is leaning into nostalgia
This move fits into a larger pattern for Arby’s in 2025. Earlier this year, they brought back the beloved Potato Cakes, this time permanently, after fans campaigned hard online. With the Loaded Italian’s return, Arby’s shows it’s not afraid to rewind the clock and bring back flavors people missed. The sandwich revival even includes a little pop culture flair: Jersey Shore alums JWoww and Snooki star in the digital ads promoting the comeback. It’s chaotic, it’s loud, it’s perfectly on-brand.
Nutritionally, the sandwich sits in the same ballpark as before, with estimates hovering around 630 calories, over 2,300 mg sodium, and plenty of fat. If you’re craving that old-school Arby’s flavor with a creamy new twist, this one’s for you.
