No. Arby's, just like other fast food chains which have been busted with rumors of serving meat products thought to be "unfit" for humans, suffered when their brand was linked to Australia's skippy animal.
The story could have most possibly started when Arby’s began switching portions of their beef suppliers to Australia. About that time, some Australian slaughterhouse was busted for allowing a portion of kangaroo meat to get into the supply of beef.
Sales suffered, help lines were kept busy answering questions. Today, Arby’s simply chooses to not acknowledge “sandwiches and kangaroos”.
Another claim says that Arby's roast beef is made from a paste, gel, powder or liquid. Again, this one is false, according to internet myth buster Snopes.com.
When asked about the meat they use, here is a portion of their response:
The answer to your question is no. Our product does not arrive as a paste, gel or liquid.
Arby's Roast Beef consists entirely of Beef and a Self-Basting solution, which contains just enough water to keep the product juicy throughout our restaurants' 3-hour roasting process and during slicing — this ensures we will deliver the quality that our customers have come to expect from our famous roast beef sandwiches.
Arby's utilizes different beef and chicken suppliers. Nutrition information is based on standard product formulations and variations may occur due to differences in suppliers.
For the most comprehensive and up-to-date information, or to calculate nutrition facts for your favorite menu items, visit www.arbys.com or call 1-800-599-2729.
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