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Fresh, never frozen beef, square patties and the iconic Frosty.
Please note: prices vary by location and may change without notice. Nutrition values are estimates based on standard recipes — actual values can differ. Always confirm with the restaurant before ordering.
Wendy's has built its reputation on a simple promise: fresh, never frozen beef, served as square patties because founder Dave Thomas believed they showed quality better than round ones. That promise anchors a burger lineup headlined by the Baconator, a two-patty, six-strip-of-bacon monument that has become a fast food icon, alongside Dave's Single, Double and Triple for more traditional appetites. The chicken side is led by the Spicy Chicken Sandwich, a cult favorite with real heat, plus crispy nuggets and homestyle fillets. Wendy's stands out for its sides: slow-simmered chili, plain or loaded baked potatoes, and fresh-made salads that go beyond the usual fast food afterthoughts. The Frosty, a thick cross between a shake and soft serve in chocolate and vanilla, has been a signature dessert since 1969. Breakfast joined the menu nationwide with items like the Breakfast Baconator, and value hunters rely on the Biggie Bag bundles that pack a sandwich, nuggets, fries and a drink into a few dollars. This menu guide lists popular Wendy's items with estimated United States prices and nutrition facts. Franchised locations set their own prices, so use these figures as planning estimates.
Wendy's menu highlights
Most single items on this menu cost between $2.29 and $7.99. Prices are 2026 US estimates and vary by location.
💰 Best value picks
The cheapest items on the Wendy's menu right now:
Chocolate Frosty (Small) — $2.29 · 350 cal
Vanilla Frosty (Small) — $2.29 · 340 cal
Jr. Cheeseburger — $2.29 · 280 cal
💪 Highest protein
Most protein per serving at Wendy's:
Baconator — 57g protein · 960 cal
Dave's Double — 52g protein · 860 cal
Son of Baconator — 37g protein · 630 cal
🥗 Lightest options
The lowest-calorie items for lighter appetites:
Chili (Small) — 240 cal · 16g protein
Baked Potato — 270 cal · 7g protein
Jr. Cheeseburger — 280 cal · 16g protein
Burgers
Item
Description
Price
Calories
Dave's Single
A quarter-pound of fresh beef with American cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, ketchup, mayo and onion.
$5.49
590
Dave's Double
Two quarter-pound fresh beef patties with cheese and all the classic toppings.
$6.99
860
Baconator
Two beef patties with six strips of Applewood smoked bacon, two slices of cheese, ketchup and mayo.
$7.99
960
Son of Baconator
A smaller take on the Baconator with two patties, four strips of bacon and cheese.
$5.99
630
Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger
A junior beef patty with Applewood smoked bacon, American cheese, lettuce, tomato and mayo.
$2.49
370
Jr. Cheeseburger
A junior beef patty with American cheese, pickles, onions, ketchup and mustard.
$2.29
280
Nutrition facts — Burgers
Item
Calories
Fat
Carbs
Protein
Sugar
Dave's Single
590
37g
38g
29g
8g
Dave's Double
860
57g
39g
52g
8g
Baconator
960
62g
36g
57g
8g
Son of Baconator
630
41g
34g
37g
7g
Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger
370
23g
25g
19g
6g
Jr. Cheeseburger
280
14g
27g
16g
6g
Chicken
Item
Description
Price
Calories
Spicy Chicken Sandwich
A spicy breaded chicken fillet with lettuce, tomato and mayo.
$5.79
500
Classic Chicken Sandwich
A crispy chicken fillet with lettuce, tomato and mayo on a toasted bun.
$5.79
490
Chicken Nuggets (10 pc)
Ten all-white-meat nuggets, crispy outside and juicy inside.
$5.99
420
Nutrition facts — Chicken
Item
Calories
Fat
Carbs
Protein
Sugar
Spicy Chicken Sandwich
500
20g
46g
28g
8g
Classic Chicken Sandwich
490
20g
47g
29g
8g
Chicken Nuggets (10 pc)
420
27g
23g
24g
1g
Sides
Item
Description
Price
Calories
Hot and Crispy Fries
Natural-cut fries cooked to stay hot and crispy longer.
S $2.29 · M $2.69 · L $3.19
360
Chili (Small)
Slow-simmered chili with beef, beans, peppers and onions, topped with cheese on request.
$3.29
240
Baked Potato
A hot baked potato, plain or loaded with your choice of toppings.
$3.49
270
Nutrition facts — Sides
Item
Calories
Fat
Carbs
Protein
Sugar
Hot and Crispy Fries
360
16g
48g
5g
0g
Chili (Small)
240
11g
21g
16g
7g
Baked Potato
270
0g
61g
7g
3g
Desserts
Item
Description
Price
Calories
Chocolate Frosty (Small)
The iconic thick chocolate treat, somewhere between a shake and soft serve.
$2.29
350
Vanilla Frosty (Small)
The creamy vanilla version of the classic Frosty.
$2.29
340
Nutrition facts — Desserts
Item
Calories
Fat
Carbs
Protein
Sugar
Chocolate Frosty (Small)
350
9g
56g
9g
46g
Vanilla Frosty (Small)
340
9g
56g
9g
46g
Build your Wendy's meal
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The Baconator typically costs around 7.99 dollars, while the smaller Son of Baconator runs about 5.99 dollars. Combo meals with fries and a drink add a few dollars to either sandwich.
The Jr. Cheeseburger at around 2.29 and the Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger at around 2.49 are the lowest-priced sandwiches. The best overall value is the Biggie Bag bundle, which packs a sandwich, 4-piece nuggets, fries and a drink for around five dollars.
Good lighter picks include the Jr. Hamburger, the grilled chicken sandwich, a small chili at 240 calories, a plain baked potato, and the fresh-made salads with light dressing. The Baconator at 960 calories is best treated as an occasional indulgence.
The Frosty is Wendy's signature dessert, served since 1969. It is thicker than a milkshake but softer than soft serve, available in chocolate and vanilla, and many fans dip their fries in it for a sweet-and-salty combination.
Yes. Most locations serve breakfast from opening until 10:30 in the morning, featuring the Breakfast Baconator, bacon and sausage croissants, biscuit sandwiches and seasoned breakfast potatoes.
The Biggie Bag is a bundle meal that typically includes your choice of sandwich, 4-piece chicken nuggets, fries and a drink for around five dollars. It is one of the best value deals in fast food and the lineup of sandwich choices rotates.