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# Savory QSR Waffle Fries
The Arby's Sweet Potato Waffle Fries are Sweet and Satisfying

By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-06-16 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-potato-waffle-fries
References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2020/06/15/arbys-launches-new-sweet-potato-waffle-fries-nationwide/) & [arbys](https://arbys.com)

The [Arby's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loaded-fries) Sweet Potato Waffle Fries are a new offering from the [QSR](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arbys-potato-pass) brand that will offer consumers a satisfying new option to enjoy alongside their favorite sandwich. The fries feature a [sweet, savory flavor profile](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicken-waffles) that's achieved with sweet potato that has been waffle-cut before being deep-fried to perfection. The side dish is then seasoned to help further enhance the savory flavor of the menu item and make it well-suited for pairing with your choice of sandwich.

The Arby's Sweet Potato Waffle Fries are available at select locations nationwide for limited time, which makes them the perfect summertime side dish to pick up. The fries are also ideal for pairing with one of the brand's signature sauces for dipping to enhance the flavor experience.

Image Credit: Arby’s

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 0.8/10
- Popularity: 12% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 9%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Savory QSR Waffle Fries:** Opportunity for QSR brands to innovate by offering savory waffle fries as a unique alternative to traditional side dishes.
- **Sweet Potato Waffle Fries:** Potential market for more savory sweet potato-based snacks and side dishes, catering to consumers looking for a different flavor profile.
- **Limited Time Menu Items:** Opportunity for QSR brands to create buzz and drive sales by offering limited time menu items that appeal to seasonal tastes.

### Where This Applies

- **Quick Service Restaurants (QSR):** QSR brands can experiment with unique side dishes like savory waffle fries to attract and retain customers.
- **Snack Foods:** Snack food companies can explore the creation of more savory sweet potato snacks to cater to consumer demand for diverse and flavorful options.
- **Food Service:** Food service providers can capitalize on the trend of limited time menu items by offering customizable options that appeal to seasonal tastes.

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