Bonjour friendly folks. My never-ending quest for the perfect restaurant may have come to an end. Allow me to introduce you to my favorite fast-food restaurant around — Arby’s.

OK, so I pulled into the parking lot at 409 S. Duff and read the sign, “5 Regulars or Beef ‘n Cheddars for $6.95.” Now, since me, myself and I only added up to three, I opted to pass the deal and order something else.

What is my favorite entree from Arby’s menu, you ask? Is it a sandwich of succulent oven-roasted chicken or maybe I crave their crispy chicken fingers with a special blend of herbs and spices (which beat out McNuggets any day)?

While both of these are undoubtedly delicious, I ordered my very favorite sandwich in the entire world. (Hey, I never claimed to be unbiased).

I present to you the legendary Arby Q which consists of delicious shredded beef, piled high on a golden bun, smothered in special BBQ sauce.

They’re kinda messy though, so be sure to grab a plastic fork from the condiment/silverware bar as you make your way towards your booth.

Back in high school I ate five, count ’em, five Arby Q’s in one sitting. Yeah, I’m still pretty proud of that one.

Anyone who likes Arby’s is automatically pretty cool in my book — but I digress.

There are so many entrees to choose from, that even the most finicky of eaters will surely find something. Arby’s sub shop offers a French Dip, Philly Beef ‘n Swiss and Hot Ham ‘n Swiss.

Arby’s light menu consists of four sandwiches which are all under 300 calories each. For dessert you can choose from creamy shakes, cheesecake or turnovers.

Arby’s, like any good fast-food joint, offers most of their sandwiches available as combos with fries (home style, curly or cheddar) and a drink.

Sadly, most things in life aren’t perfect, and Arby’s, in all of its splendor, is no exception. For instance, they raised the prices on several items. The recent change in price of Arby Q’s from .99 cents to $1.49 has sent me into a recent bought of depression.

You can’t order an Adventure Meal (Arby’s equivalent of Happy Meals) unless you are under 12. I’m serious about this — they are real sticklers. One last imperfection is that nobody ever seems to be there, so the piped in music is very annoying.

Yeah about nobody ever being in the dining room? WHY THE HECK NOT? I mean, even with its minor imperfections, Arby’s is a true winner.

With its tasty food, affordable prices, large menu and nice dining-room — which, I might add, is already decorated for the holidays — Arby’s serves one of the best meals in town.

Oh yeah, and in case you were still wondering what to get me for Christmas, Arby’s sells gift certificates.

5 stars out of five.

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Kim Zangger is a senior in advertising from Mt. Vernon.