Updated November 2026

Arby's Crinkle Fries

From $2.29 530 cal (Large) Value Menu Sides & Snacks

Crinkle fries with accordion-style grooves for maximum crispiness, lightly seasoned with fine kosher salt.

About the Crinkle Fries

Crinkle Fries at Arby's cost $2.29 in the Small size, and one Large serving holds 530 cal. Arby's describes them as crinkle fries with accordion style grooves for maximum crispiness, lightly seasoned with fine kosher salt, which makes them the straight cut answer to the chain's spiral cut fries.

Those ridges are not decoration. Each wavy cut adds surface area, and more surface means more of the potato meets hot oil. The result is a fry with crisp peaks and soft valleys, a golden exterior that snaps when you bend it, and a fluffy, steamy center. Fine kosher salt clings to the grooves, so the seasoning tastes even from tip to tip instead of clumping in one spot. The flavor stays plain and potato forward, a good match for anyone who finds heavily seasoned fries too much.

Sizes run Small, Medium, Large and XL. For the Large, Arby's lists 26 grams of fat, 68 grams of carbohydrates, 7 grams of protein and 630 milligrams of sodium. That sodium number stands out, roughly half of what the same size of Curly Fries carries. If Crinkle Fries calories guide your order, the Small is the lightest option, and the XL is the heaviest of the four.

The Crinkle Fries price starts at $2.29 at our reference store in Austin, with each larger size costing a bit more. Local owners set their own menu boards, so the price on your local board can come in slightly higher or lower. They are listed on the value menu too, which keeps the Small budget friendly.

Who picks crinkle over curly? Diners who want a classic diner style fry, parents with kids who prefer a familiar shape, and anyone who likes to scoop ketchup with a sturdy fry that does not bend. The ridged edges hold sauce well, so ranch, honey mustard or cheese sauce all cling without dripping. They also reheat better than thin fries; a few minutes in an air fryer brings back most of the crunch.

Browse the full sides menu for more options. For a hearty plate, put a Medium beside a Crispy Chicken Sandwich, where the clean salt flavor lets the chicken shine. They also make a natural partner for a Classic Roast Beef, with ketchup on the side for dunking.

Arby's Crinkle Fries Sizes and Prices

Crinkle Fries by Size

Size	Price	Calories
Small	$2.29	250
Medium	$2.99	390
Large	$3.29	530
XL	$3.89	630

* Prices from one Austin, TX Arby's and may vary by location. Updated November 2026.

Arby's Crinkle Fries Nutrition Facts

530Calories

7gProtein

26gTotal Fat

3.5gSaturated Fat

0gTrans Fat

68gCarbs

0gFiber

0gSugars

630mgSodium

0mgCholesterol

* Values approximate, shown for the Large size. Updated November 2026.

How to Make Crinkle Fries at Home?

Prep 20 minCook 15 minTotal 35 minMedium Servings 4

Crinkle cut fries need a wavy blade, a cold soak and two trips into hot oil. Finish them with fine kosher salt the way Arby's does and you get crisp ridges with a fluffy middle.

Ingredients

4 medium russet potatoes, peeled
6 cups vegetable or canola oil for frying
1½ tsp fine kosher salt

Steps

0 of 6 steps

1. Cut the potatoes. Slice each potato lengthwise into half inch planks with a crinkle cutter, then cut the planks into half inch wide fries with the same blade.
2. Soak. Cover the fries with cold water and soak for 20 minutes to pull out excess starch. Drain and dry thoroughly on kitchen towels.
3. Blanch in oil. Heat the oil to 325°F in a deep pot or fryer. Cook the fries in batches for 4 minutes until tender but still pale. Spread them on a rack to cool for 10 minutes.
4. Crisp. Raise the oil to 375°F. Fry each batch a second time for 2 to 3 minutes until the ridges turn crisp and golden.
5. Season. Tip the hot fries into a large metal bowl, sprinkle with the fine kosher salt and toss so salt settles into the grooves.
6. Serve hot. Transfer to a paper lined tray and serve immediately with ketchup or your favorite dipping sauce.

Tips

• Crush flaky kosher salt between your fingers or in a mortar to get it fine enough to stick in the ridges.
• Blanched fries freeze well on a tray; fry them straight from frozen at 375°F for 4 minutes.
• Cut every fry the same width so all of them finish at the same time.

Variations

• Use Yukon Gold potatoes for a creamier, slightly buttery interior.
• Air fry the soaked and oiled fries at 400°F for 18 to 22 minutes, shaking the basket twice.
• Top with chili and shredded cheddar for a loaded crinkle fry basket.

Serving Ideas

Serve with roast beef sandwiches, burgers or fried chicken. A side of ranch or warm cheese sauce makes them party food.

A home copycat version, not Arby's official recipe.

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Crinkle Fries FAQ

How much do Crinkle Fries cost at Arby's?

Crinkle Fries start at $2.29 for a Small based on one Austin, TX restaurant. Medium, Large and XL each cost more. Other stores post their own prices.

How many calories are in Arby's Crinkle Fries?

A Large order of Crinkle Fries has 530 cal. The Small, Medium and XL each carry a different total. Size is the biggest factor in how many calories you eat.

How are Arby's Crinkle Fries seasoned?

Arby's says the fries are lightly seasoned with fine kosher salt. The accordion style grooves are designed for maximum crispiness. No other seasoning is listed in the official description.

Do Crinkle Fries have less sodium than Curly Fries?

Yes. A Large of Crinkle Fries lists 630 milligrams of sodium, compared with 1,250 milligrams for the same size of Curly Fries. Calories are close, 530 cal against 550 cal.

Are Crinkle Fries on the Arby's value menu?

Crinkle Fries appear on both the sides menu and the value menu. At $2.29, the Small counts as the value size. Larger sizes cost more.

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