# Meaty Short Rib Sandwiches Arby's New Smokehouse Beef Short Rib Sandwich is a Meat Lover's Dream By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2018-07-25 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beef-short-rib-sandwich References: [brandeating](https://www.brandeating.com/2018/07/arbys-reveals-new-smokehouse-beef-short-rib-sandwich.html) & [arbys](https://arbys.com/our-menu/featured/smokehouse-beef-short-rib-sandwich) In keeping with its longtime commitment to celebrate meat in every form, [Arby's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brisket-bacon-beef) has debuted a new Smokehouse Beef Short Rib Sandwich that is fit for a carnivore. With many chains hopping on the vegetarian train, the new sandwich offers meat eaters a welcome reprieve from salad and grain bowls. The new Smokehouse Beef Short Rib Sandwich is a new menu item meant to showcase the addition of smoked beef short rib and Texas toast to Arby's menu. The sandwich itself consists of [pulled beef short ribs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/braised-short-rib-sandwich) that have been smoked a minimum of six hours and then topped with crispy-fried onions, cheddar cheese, and BBQ sauce. The whole thing is serve on two fluffy slices of Texas toast, for a hearty meal. Those with bigger appetites can also enjoy the new [Smoke Mountain](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/one-pounder-challenge), which takes the same ingredients and adds smoked ham and beef brisket into the mix. Image Credit: *Arby's.* ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Meat-lover's Delight:** The popularity of Arby's Smokehouse Beef Short Rib Sandwich highlights the demand for indulgent, meat-centric menu items. - **Carnivore's Reprieve:** Arby's new sandwich offers meat eaters a satisfying alternative to the growing trend of vegetarian options. - **Smoked Meat Sensation:** The addition of smoked beef short rib to Arby's menu taps into the rising popularity of smoked meats among consumers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fast Food:** Fast food chains have an opportunity to attract meat lovers by introducing innovative and indulgent meat-centric menu items. - **QSR (quick-service Restaurants):** QSRs can capitalize on the demand for hearty and indulgent meals by offering smoked meat sandwiches like Arby's Smokehouse Beef Short Rib. - **Meat Processing:** The popularity of smoked meat offerings presents an opportunity for meat processing companies to innovate and introduce new smoked meat products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Premium QSR Steakhouse Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steakhouse-garlic-ribeye-sandwich.md) - [Fan-Favorite Brisket Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brisket-bacon-beef.md) - [Stone Fruit Brisket Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cherry-bbq-brisket-sandwich.md) - [Barbecue Bourbon QSR Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arbys-bourbon-bbq.md) - [Boozy Pork Rib Sliders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bourbon-bbq-sliders.md) - [Italian Deli-Inspired QSR Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/italian-beef-dip-sandwich.md) - [Prime Rib Cheesesteaks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prime-rib-cheesesteak.md) - [Extra-Meaty Pulled Pork Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quarter-pound-pulled-pork-sandwich.md) - [Fiery Roast Beef Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spicy-roast-beef-sandwich.md)