A Brief History of Wendy’s
Having climbed the ranks to become a household name, Wendy’s has become more than just a place for a night out with friends. For many of us, it’s a home away from home—a place where we can enjoy a delicious classic like an Italian cheeseburger or classic fries.
But did you know that Wendy’s wasn’t always an international fast-food phenom? It all started in 1969 when Ohio native Dave Thomas opened the first Wendy’s restaurant on East Broad Street in Columbus. He wanted to create a burger joint that served burgers made with fresh—never frozen—meat for guests who took pride in quality ingredients. So, the name “Wendy’s” was born, paying homage to his daughter Melinda Lou (nicknamed “Wendy” by her family).
With stores popping up all over the country, Wendy’s prided itself on providing quality service and food as part of its “old-fashioned hamburger stand” feel. After becoming a huge success stateside, they continued their push into Canada by opening their first store there in 1976 and since then have spread quick-serve franchises around the world.
These days not much is different at Wendy’s—they still offer the same classic dishes and uncompromising tastes that Dave Thomas envisioned those forty years ago.
Frequently asked questions about Wendy’s.
What are the $4 meals at Wendy’s?
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Wendy’s 4 for $4 deal includes a Jr. Cheeseburger, a 4-piece order of chicken nuggets (Crispy or Spicy), Jr. French fries and a small drink. The 4 for $4 even has eight sandwich choices, including the Double Stack, Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger, and even go wraps.
What is Wendy’s $5 bag special?
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Wendy’s $5 Biggie Bag is a meal deal that includes a choice of sandwich (Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger, Double Stack™, or Crispy Chicken BLT), a 4-piece chicken nuggets (Spicy or Crispy), small fries and a small soft drink.
What’s the difference between Wendy’s 4 for $4 and $5 Biggie bag?
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The difference between the two is that the Biggie Bag has a Bacon Double Stack which has two beef patties instead of the norm of two for the options for the Four for $4.
What is the cheapest thing at Wendy’s?
The cheapest item on Wendy’s menu is Boo! Books™, which costs $1.00. Another option is the junior hamburger, which costs $1.49.