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Arby's Potato Cakes
Shredded potato fried to a crispy golden brown.
About the Potato Cakes
Arby's Potato Cakes start at $2.49 for the 2 piece order, and a 4-Pc serving lists 490 cal. The menu description could not be shorter: shredded potato fried to a crispy golden brown. Fans of hash browns already know the appeal, and these golden patties deliver it at lunch and dinner too.
Texture is the reason to order them. The outer shell fries up crunchy and lacy where loose shreds of potato poke out from the edges, while the middle stays soft and almost creamy. Each cake is thin enough to crisp all the way across but thick enough to hold together when you dip it. The flavor is pure fried potato, salty and toasty, with browned edges that taste a little nutty. Compared with fries, a potato cake gives you more crunch per bite and fewer soft middles.
You can order four counts: 2 piece, 3 piece, 4 piece and 5 piece. Calories rise with every cake you add. The 4-Pc breakdown includes 28 grams of fat, 46 grams of carbohydrates, 5 grams of fiber and 4 grams of protein, with 860 milligrams of sodium. If Potato Cakes calories matter for your order, the 2 piece size keeps things closer to a small side, while the 5 piece is better shared.
The Potato Cakes price climbs in small steps from the 2 piece starting point. On our Austin list, the 5 piece order sits at the top of the range. Local stores set their own prices, so check your board for the exact amount.
Who loves them? Breakfast for dinner fans, kids who like food they can pick up and dunk, and anyone who wants a change from the Curly Fries routine. A larger count works as a shared table snack during a game night, and a 2 piece box rides along nicely with a sandwich when you only want a little something on the side.
See every other option on the Arby's sides menu. For pairings, the crunchy shreds work well beside a Ham and Swiss Melt, echoing a ham and hash brown breakfast plate. They also go with a Classic Beef 'n Cheddar, where a swipe through the cheddar sauce turns each cake into a cheesy potato bite.
Arby's Potato Cakes Sizes and Prices
Potato Cakes by Size
| Size | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2-Pc | $2.49 | 250 |
| 3-Pc | $2.89 | 370 |
| 4-Pc | $3.29 | 490 |
| 5-Pc | $3.89 | 620 |
* Prices from one Austin, TX Arby's and may vary by location. Updated November 2026.
Arby's Potato Cakes Nutrition Facts
490Calories
4gProtein
28gTotal Fat
4.5gSaturated Fat
0gTrans Fat
46gCarbs
5gFiber
0gSugars
860mgSodium
0mgCholesterol
* Values approximate, shown for the 4-Pc size. Updated November 2026.
How to Make Potato Cakes at Home?
Homemade potato cakes need russet potatoes, a little binder and hot oil. A hard squeeze to dry the shredded potato is the key step that turns soggy patties into crisp, golden cakes like the ones at Arby's.
Ingredients
Steps
All steps done. Enjoy your homemade Potato Cakes.
Tips
- • The drier the potato, the crispier the cake, so do not skip the towel squeeze.
- • Work quickly after shredding; raw potato turns gray if it sits in the air too long.
- • Press the patties firmly so loose shreds do not break off in the oil.
Variations
- • Mix in 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar for cheesy potato cakes.
- • Add 2 tablespoons of finely chopped green onion for a fresh, oniony bite.
- • Bake the patties on an oiled sheet pan at 425°F for 25 minutes, flipping halfway.
Serving Ideas
Serve with ketchup, sour cream or a fried egg on top for breakfast. They also make a crunchy side for roast beef or ham sandwiches.
A home copycat version, not Arby's official recipe.
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Potato Cakes FAQ
Potato Cakes start at $2.49 for the 2 piece order, going by the Austin, TX store in our data. The 3, 4 and 5 piece counts cost more. Prices vary by location.
A 4-Pc order has 490 cal. Each extra cake adds more, so the 2 piece order is the lightest. Check the count before you compare nutrition.
Arby's describes them as shredded potato fried to a crispy golden brown. They look and eat a lot like a hash brown patty. You will find them on the sides menu.
You can order 2 piece, 3 piece, 4 piece or 5 piece. The 2 piece order is the cheapest at $2.49. Larger counts are easy to share at the table.
It depends on texture preference more than nutrition. A 4-Pc of Potato Cakes has 490 cal and 860 milligrams of sodium, while a Large of Curly Fries has 550 cal and more sodium. Potato cakes are shredded and crunchy; curly fries are spiral cut and springy.
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