Wendy's Franchise

Wendy's is a renowned American international fast-food restaurant chain, established by Dave Thomas on November 15, 1969, in Columbus, Ohio. The company is celebrated for its square hamburgers, sea salt fries, and the signature Frosty dessert.

As of November 2, 2023, Wendy's operates 7,166 outlets worldwide, with 415 company-owned and 6,751 franchised locations. Approximately 83% of these are in the United States.

Menu Offerings

The Wendy's menu features hamburgers, chicken sandwiches, salads, and unique sides like baked potatoes and chili.

Desserts include the popular chocolate and vanilla Frosty. In 2020, Wendy's introduced a nationwide breakfast menu, featuring items like the Breakfast Baconator and Frosty-inspired coffee drinks.

International Expansion

In recent years, Wendy's has pursued aggressive international expansion.

Plans announced in July 2024 include opening 30 new restaurants in Ireland over the next decade with the first locations expected between 2025 and 2027.

Franchise deals were secured to add up to 190 new restaurants in Italy and Armenia, with a goal of reaching 2,000 international locations by 2028.

United States Presence

Wendy's has a significant presence in the United States across various states.

The Flynn Group, the world's largest franchise operator, acquired 83 Wendy's franchises in New Jersey and Pennsylvania in August 2024, increasing its total to 277 locations.

Headquarters and Company Details

Wendy's is headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, and operates as a subsidiary of The Wendy's Company, which also owns First Kitchen.

The company is publicly traded and a component of the S&P 400 index. As of January 2, 2022, Wendy's employed approximately 14,500 individuals.

Locations

• Hammond, IN, USA
• Merrillville, IN, USA
• Lake Station, IN, USA