# Steakhouse-Inspired QSR Sandwiches The Arby’s Petite Filet Steak Sandwiches are Indulgent By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-10-23 | Business Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steak-sandwiches References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2019/10/22/arbys-launches-new-petite-filet-steak-sandwiches-nationwide/) & [arbys](https://arbys.com) The [Arby’s](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arbys-cheesesteaks) Petite Filet Steak Sandwiches are being launched by the [QSR](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arbys-cheesesteak) brand nationwide to offer consumers a flavorful way to indulge their craving for premium steak in a convenient, alternative format. Crafted with thick pieces of [petite filet steak](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steak-queso-crunchwrap-sliders), the sandwiches come in two varieties including the Steak & Bacon Melt Sandwich and the Garlic Butter Steak Sandwich. Both sandwiches are served on toasted ciabatta rolls and have the steak prepared to a medium doneness level to deliver a warm pink center. The Arby’s Petite Filet Steak Sandwiches are a more premium menu offering from the brand that's sure to entice curious foodies to give them a try. The sandwiched are available at participating locations, but only for a limited time. Image Credit: Arby’s ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/business) > [Retail](https://www.trendhunter.com/retail) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Premium QSR Offerings:** The launch of the Arby’s Petite Filet Steak Sandwiches marks a trend towards QSR brands offering more upscale, indulgent menu options. - **Steak Sandwiches:** The popularity of the Arby’s Petite Filet Steak Sandwiches suggests a growing trend for restaurants and QSRs to feature steak in handheld sandwich form. - **Alternative Sandwich Formats:** Arby's offering of steak sandwiches on toasted ciabatta rolls presents an innovative opportunity for other QSRs and sandwich shops to experiment with alternative bread options. ### Where This Applies - **Fast Food:** Fast food chains could capitalize on the trend towards offering premium menu items by featuring more high-end ingredients and flavor profiles in their offerings. - **QSR:** QSRs can take advantage of the growing popularity of sandwiched made with steak to create more indulgent, high-end menu options for their customers. - **Bakery:** Bakeries and bread makers could capitalize on the trend towards alternative bread options for sandwiches by innovating new formats and flavors that appeal to consumers' desire for indulgence and convenience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hearty QSR Cheesesteak Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arbys-cheesesteaks.md) - [QSR Cheesesteak Sandwich Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arbys-cheesesteak.md) - [Cheesesteak Sandwich Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arbys-2.md) - [Garlicky QSR Beef Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roasted-garlic-roast-beef-sandwich.md) - [Steak Nugget Menu Items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steak-nugget.md) - [Snacking-Friendly QSR Steak Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prime-rib-steak-nuggets.md) - [Italian Deli-Inspired QSR Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/italian-beef-dip-sandwich.md) - [Internationally Themed Beef Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dip-sandwiches.md) - [Prime Rib Cheesesteaks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prime-rib-cheesesteak.md)