When it comes to fast-food restaurants, there are a few classics that come to mind. McDonald’s is a given, of course, considering they’ve been around since the ’50s. You can’t forget Taco Bell or Burger King, either. But I won’t deny it—my go-to fast-food place is always going to be Wendy’s.
However, it’s not as easy to find a Wendy’s outside of the US. For the second-largest burger chain in the States, that’s quite surprising! Don’t worry, though, because they’re making an expansion very soon.
Yup, Wendy’s UK Is Back
While most of us may not remember it, Wendy’s restaurants could be found across Europe as late as the ’70s. But then one by one…they all disappeared. There’s a couple reasons for this, but it mostly has to do with a legal battle against a certain European snack bar of the same name.
But now, Wendy’s UK is making its comeback! I’m sure Wendy’s fans across the pond have been waiting for this moment for a very long time. 400 new restaurants are set to open up nationwide—that means a potential of over 12,000 job openings. They’ll also have a British Wendy’s menu set to rival that of McDonald’s in the UK. Hopefully, they’ll get their own version of Wendy’s breakfast menu and the Strawberry Frosty!
Wendy’s has also confirmed that their famous Dave’s Burger, complete with square burger patties and all the fixins’, will make its way to the UK menu.
When Can I Get Wendy’s in the UK?
Locations are opening up as early as June 2021—yes, that’s next month! The official dates are as follows:
- Reading, June 2
- Stratford, latter half of 2021
- Oxford, latter half of 2021
Wendy’s has said it plans on opening at least a handful of restaurants this year with many more in the works. We can’t wait to see what’s on the Wendy’s UK menu!
Wendy's Copycat Recipes to Make at Home
Burger AmericanaGo on a burger road trip in your own backyard. Grill the patties and load them sky-high with your favorite toppings. For instance, peanut butter and bacon make them southern style; coleslaw and tomatoes,
a northern version. —Susan Mahaney, New Hartford, New York
Inspired By: Crispy Chicken NuggetsMy 3-year-old went through a chicken-nuggets-and-french-fries-only stage, so I made these golden nuggets for him. Even the grown-ups like them! —Amanda Livesay, Mobile, Alabama
Caught up in a time crunch? Here's how you can
bake chicken nuggets in under 30 minutes!
Slow-Cooker ChiliThis hearty slow-cooker chili can cook for up to 10 hours on low in the slow cooker. It's so good to come home to its wonderful aroma after a long day away. —Sue Call, Beech Grove, Indiana
Ground Beef Taco SaladIn spring we look for something light and refreshing on the menu after the heavier comfort food of winter; this salad is a great solution. —Muriel Bertrand, Shoreview, Minnesota
Do you know which Wendy's salads are the healthiest? Here they are, ranked.
Bacon & Swiss Chicken SandwichesI created this chicken sandwich recipe based on a meal my daughter ordered at a restaurant. She likes to dip her sandwich in the extra honey-mustard sauce. —Marilyn Moberg, Papillion, Nebraska
Cheesy Chili FriesMy family is all about chili fries, but restaurant versions pile on the calories. For a healthier approach, bake the fries and serve them with green onions and avocado. —Beverly Nowling, Bristol, Florida. If you like this, you must try the copycat version of
Wendy's chili recipe.
Chicken Quinoa SaladWe pile our favorite gyro fixin’s into nutritious quinoa bowls. Our local gyro guy has a cool but spicy sauce that transforms his sandwiches. It’s a must here, too. —Leah Lyon, Ada, Oklahoma
Cheesy Stuffed Baked PotatoesThese special stuffed baked potatoes are a hit with my whole family, from the smallest grandchild on up. I prepare them up to a week in advance, wrap them well and freeze. Their flavorful filling goes so nicely with juicy ham slices. —Marge Clark, West Lebanon, Indiana
Fried Chicken StripsI recently made this recipe of Mom's for my in-laws and they told me it was the "best fried chicken ever." Slicing the chicken breasts into strips cuts down on cooking time and ensures every piece is crunchy and evenly coated. Serve the homemade chicken tenders with your favorite dipping sauce. —Genny Monchamp, Redding, California
Chicken & Apple Salad with GreensMy favorite memory of eating this dish was when my mom made it for lunch on weekends when we were home from school and could have something other than "brown bag" lunches. Happy memories of childhood and late summer days just make this salad extra special. —Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
Inspired By: Double Chocolate Chip CookiesThis cookie recipe—a favorite of our four children—has been in my collection for years. Sometimes I'll substitute mint-flavored chips for the semisweet chocolate chips. Either way, the chocolate cookies disappear quickly. This is one of our favorite easy chocolate chip cookie recipes. —Sheri Ziesemer, Olympia, Washington
Inspired By: Sausage & Egg BurritoThis is a great kid-friendly recipe that takes only 20 minutes to prepare and cook.—Sharon Haswell, Cheshire, Massachusetts
Inspired By: Southwest Avocado Chicken SandwichI threw these ingredients together on a whim and the sandwich turned out so well, I surprised myself! If you're in a rush, microwave the bacon—just cover it with a paper towel to keep it from spattering too much. —Dana York, Kennewick, Washington
Garlic-Chive Baked FriesYes, you
do want fries with that—especially these crispy, golden fries, full of garlic flavor and just a little bit of heat. —Steve Westphal, Wind Lake, Wisconsin
Inspired By: Spicy Chicken NuggetsWe devour these spicy chicken nuggets at least once a week. If you want to tone down the heat, skip the chipotle pepper. —Cheryl Cook, Palmyra, Virginia
Inspired By: BaconatorWhere can you get a juicy burger that is so superior to drive-thru fare? Right in your backyard with this delicious bacon cheeseburger recipe. —Jackie Burns, Silverdale, Washington
Bacon 'n' Egg SandwichesI came across this unique grilled combo when I was digging in my mom's recipe box. The crisp bacon, hard-boiled eggs and crunchy green onions make these cozy sandwiches look impressive when company drops by for lunch. Best of all, they're a snap to assemble. —Ann Fuemmeler, Glasgow, Missouri
Updated: May 11, 2021
