Wendy’s Menu With Prices, Calories & Guide November 2026
Wendy’s is the burger chain built around a single stubborn idea: beef should be fresh, never frozen, and pressed into a square patty so it hangs over the bun instead of hiding inside it. That square patty, the thick-cut fries, the chili, and the Frosty have carried the brand since the first restaurant opened, and this guide covers the full Wendy’s menu with typical prices and calories for November 2026. Inside you will find the Dave’s burger line, the Baconator, chicken sandwiches and nuggets, the breakfast menu, salads and sides, the kids menu, Frosty desserts, drinks, and the value bundles that make Wendy’s one of the cheapest full meals in fast food.
Wendy’s was founded in 1969 in Columbus, Ohio, by Dave Thomas, who named the restaurant after his daughter Melinda Lou, known to the family as Wendy. From that one shop the chain has grown to roughly 6,000 restaurants in the United States, with thousands more overseas. Most locations open early for breakfast, generally around 6:30 AM, and stay open until late evening, often midnight or later, with many drive-thrus running longer than the dining room.
One thing to keep in mind before the tables: Wendy’s has no single national price list, so the same sandwich can cost a different amount two towns apart. Airport and city-centre spots tend to charge more, and delivery apps usually run higher than ordering at the counter. Treat the figures below as typical November 2026 ranges for most restaurants.
Burgers & Sandwiches
The burger line at Wendy’s starts with the Dave’s Single, Double, and Triple, named for the founder, and climbs to the Baconator, the chain’s heaviest burger. Every Dave’s burger uses the same fresh, never-frozen square beef patty with American cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickle, onion, ketchup, and mayo on a toasted bun, and the difference between the three sizes is simply how many patties are stacked inside. The Baconator adds six strips of smoked bacon and two kinds of cheese sauce, while the Pretzel Bacon Pub and the Big Bacon Classic give the line a couple of richer, limited-style options.
| Item | Price | Calories | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dave’s Single | $6.49–$7.49 | 590 | One quarter-pound fresh beef patty; the classic Wendy’s burger |
| Dave’s Double | $8.19–$9.49 | 830 | Two quarter-pound patties; the most-ordered burger size |
| Dave’s Triple | $10.19–$11.49 | 1,090 | Three quarter-pound patties; the heaviest Dave’s burger |
| Baconator | $9.59–$10.99 | 960 | Two patties, six strips of bacon, cheese sauce and shredded cheese |
| Son of Baconator | $6.99–$7.99 | 670 | Smaller Baconator with two smaller patties and four bacon strips |
| Big Bacon Classic | $7.49–$8.49 | 650 | Quarter-pound patty with bacon, cheese, lettuce, tomato and mayo |
| Pretzel Bacon Pub Double | $9.29–$10.49 | 890 | Two patties with bacon, beer cheese sauce and crispy onions on a pretzel bun |
| Bacon Double Stack | $4.49–$5.49 | 490 | Two smaller patties with bacon and cheese; a value-menu burger |
| Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger | $2.99–$3.99 | 380 | Single small patty with bacon and cheese; cheapest burger on the menu |
| Jr. Cheeseburger | $2.49–$3.29 | 290 | Small patty with cheese, pickles, onion, ketchup and mustard |
| Jr. Hamburger | $2.19–$2.99 | 250 | Plain small patty; the lowest-priced item in the burger line |
Pro Diner Tip: the jump from a Dave’s Single to a Dave’s Double costs roughly two dollars and adds about 240 calories, which is a fair trade for a hungry lunch, but the Triple passes 1,000 calories before fries or a drink. If you want the Baconator flavor for less, the Son of Baconator gives you the same bacon-and-cheese-sauce combination for about three dollars less.
Value analysis: burgers run from about $2.19 for a Jr. Hamburger to about $11.49 for a Dave’s Triple, covering both a light snack and a very large meal. A Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger at $2.99 to $3.99 with a small fries can make a filling meal for under six dollars, while a Dave’s Double combo with fries and a drink usually lands between $11 and $13.
Chicken Sandwiches & Nuggets
Wendy’s chicken menu is built around the Spicy Chicken Sandwich, a long-running favorite, and the newer Classic Chicken Sandwich, with grilled and Asiago ranch versions for people who want something lighter or richer. The nuggets come in four- and ten-piece boxes and are sold plain or tossed in one of several sauces, and the chicken wraps and the grilled chicken wrap give the section a lower-calorie path. Chicken is the second pillar of the menu after beef, and the sandwich prices sit close to the burger prices, so the choice between them is usually about taste rather than money.
| Item | Price | Calories | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Classic Chicken Sandwich | $5.99–$6.99 | 490 | Crispy chicken fillet with lettuce, tomato and mayo |
| Spicy Chicken Sandwich | $6.19–$7.19 | 490 | The long-running favorite; spicy breading with lettuce, tomato and mayo |
| Spicy Asiago Ranch Chicken Club | $7.49–$8.49 | 630 | Spicy fillet with Asiago cheese, ranch, bacon and lettuce |
| Classic Grilled Chicken Sandwich | $6.49–$7.49 | 420 | Grilled fillet with lettuce, tomato and honey mustard; the lightest sandwich |
| Ghost Pepper Ranch Chicken Sandwich | $6.99–$7.99 | 610 | Spicy fillet with ghost pepper ranch and cheese; the hottest sandwich listed |
| 4-pc Chicken Nuggets | $2.49–$3.29 | 180 | Small box; the cheapest nugget option |
| 6-pc Chicken Nuggets | $3.49–$4.29 | 270 | Mid-size box; a common add-on order |
| 10-pc Chicken Nuggets | $5.19–$6.49 | 450 | Full box; the standard nugget meal size |
| Spicy Chicken Nuggets (10-pc) | $5.49–$6.79 | 470 | Spicy version of the 10-piece box; slightly pricier than the regular box |
| Grilled Chicken Wrap | $4.49–$5.49 | 300 | Grilled chicken with lettuce, cheese and ranch in a tortilla |
| Spicy Chicken Wrap | $4.99–$5.99 | 360 | Crispy spicy chicken with ranch and cheese in a tortilla |
Pro Diner Tip: the Spicy and Classic Chicken Sandwiches cost almost the same and carry the same 490 calories, so pick by heat preference — the spicy version is the one regulars order. For nuggets, the ten-piece box is the best per-piece value, and asking for two different sauces costs nothing extra at most locations.
Value analysis: chicken sandwiches run from about $5.99 to $8.49, in the same band as the Dave’s Single and Double, and the ten-piece nuggets at $5.19 to $6.49 are one of the cheapest protein portions on the menu. The wraps, at $4.49 to $5.99, are the cheapest way to get a full chicken item, and also the lightest.
Breakfast
Wendy’s breakfast menu, which arrived in 2020, runs from early morning until around 10:30 AM at most locations, and it is built around the Breakfast Baconator, croissant and biscuit sandwiches, and the seasoned breakfast potatoes. The Breakfast Baconator stacks a sausage patty, bacon, egg, and cheese sauce on a bun, while the biscuit and croissant sandwiches give the menu a softer, more traditional breakfast shape. Coffee, orange juice, and the Frosty-ccino, a cold-brew coffee blended with Frosty cream, cover the drink side of the morning.
| Item | Price | Calories | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breakfast Baconator | $5.99–$6.99 | 730 | Sausage patty, bacon, egg, cheese sauce and American cheese on a bun |
| Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuit | $3.49–$4.49 | 420 | Classic biscuit sandwich; one of the cheapest breakfast items |
| Sausage, Egg & Cheese Biscuit | $3.49–$4.49 | 570 | Sausage patty with egg and cheese on a biscuit |
| Bacon, Egg & Swiss Croissant | $4.49–$5.49 | 410 | Flaky croissant with bacon, egg and Swiss cheese |
| Sausage, Egg & Swiss Croissant | $4.49–$5.49 | 570 | Flaky croissant with sausage, egg and Swiss cheese |
| Egg & Cheese Biscuit | $2.99–$3.99 | 320 | Simplest breakfast sandwich; the lowest-calorie biscuit option |
| Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit | $3.99–$4.99 | 560 | Crispy chicken with honey butter on a biscuit |
| Maple Bacon Chicken Croissant | $4.99–$5.99 | 620 | Crispy chicken with maple bacon on a croissant; the sweetest breakfast sandwich |
| Seasoned Breakfast Potatoes | $2.49–$3.49 | 230 | Crispy seasoned potato wedges; the standard breakfast side |
| Sausage Biscuit | $2.49–$3.49 | 430 | Plain sausage on a biscuit; a budget breakfast pick |
| Frosty-ccino (small) | $2.49–$3.49 | 240 | Cold-brew coffee blended with Frosty cream; vanilla or chocolate |
Pro Diner Tip: breakfast ends at 10:30 AM at most locations, so arriving at 10:15 still counts but 10:45 does not. The Breakfast Baconator is the signature morning order, but at 730 calories it is a heavy start — a Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuit at 420 calories with a small seasoned potatoes is a lighter and cheaper combination that still feels like a real breakfast.
Value analysis: breakfast sandwiches run from about $2.49 for a plain sausage biscuit to about $6.99 for the Breakfast Baconator, with most between $3.49 and $5.49, which makes Wendy’s breakfast one of the cheaper morning menus among the big chains. A biscuit sandwich plus seasoned potatoes and a small coffee can come in under eight dollars.
Salads & Sides
The sides at Wendy’s are led by the natural-cut fries, the baked potato, and the chili, a menu item that has been on the board since the chain’s early days and uses leftover burger beef in a slow-cooked chili. The salads are made fresh in the restaurant and come with a choice of dressing, and the apple slices and the baked potato give the section two lighter options. Sides are where a Wendy’s meal either stays cheap or grows expensive, because every combo adds fries and a drink to the sandwich price.
| Item | Price | Calories | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Natural-Cut Fries (small) | $2.49–$3.29 | 320 | Skin-on fries with sea salt; the standard side |
| Natural-Cut Fries (medium) | $2.99–$3.79 | 420 | Most-ordered fry size; the combo default |
| Natural-Cut Fries (large) | $3.49–$4.29 | 500 | Largest fry size; easy to share between two people |
| Chili (small) | $2.99–$3.99 | 240 | Slow-cooked chili with beef and beans; a Wendy’s original |
| Chili (large) | $4.49–$5.49 | 340 | Larger chili; a meal on its own with a side of crackers |
| Baked Potato (plain) | $3.29–$4.29 | 270 | Plain baked potato; add sour cream and chives for a small extra charge |
| Bacon Cheese Baked Potato | $4.99–$5.99 | 440 | Baked potato topped with bacon, cheese sauce and shredded cheese |
| Southwest Avocado Chicken Salad | $7.99–$8.99 | 600 | Grilled chicken with avocado, bacon, cheese and ranch dressing |
| Taco Salad | $7.49–$8.49 | 660 | Chili-based taco salad with cheese, sour cream and tortilla chips |
| Parmesan Caesar Chicken Salad | $7.49–$8.49 | 490 | Grilled chicken over romaine with Parmesan and Caesar dressing |
| Apple Slices | $1.49–$2.29 | 35 | Fresh apple slices; the cheapest and lightest side |
Pro Diner Tip: the small chili at $2.99 to $3.99 is one of the best value items on the whole menu — filling, only 240 calories, and cheaper than a medium fries. If you want a lighter meal without a salad, swap the fries in any combo for a baked potato or a small chili where the location allows it; the swap usually costs little or nothing extra.
Value analysis: sides run from about $1.29 for apple bites to about $8.99 for the Southwest Avocado Chicken Salad, covering both the cheapest and some of the priciest single items on the menu. The salads at $7.49 to $8.99 cost more than most sandwiches, so they are a health choice rather than a money-saving one, and the chili remains the smartest side order on the board.
Kids Menu
Wendy’s keeps its under-12s menu deliberately short: a four-piece nuggets box, a small hamburger, or a small cheeseburger, each bundled with a side and a drink at one flat price. Parents can see the total before ordering, and the side is usually fries, apple bites, or a small chili depending on the restaurant. Three mains and a handful of sides mean the choice is made in seconds at the counter.
| Item | Price | Calories | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kids 4-pc Chicken Nuggets Meal | $5.49–$6.49 | 470–560 | Four nuggets with a side and a drink; the most-ordered kids meal |
| Kids Hamburger Meal | $5.49–$6.49 | 480–570 | Small hamburger with a side and a drink |
| Kids Cheeseburger Meal | $5.99–$6.99 | 520–610 | Small cheeseburger with a side and a drink; the priciest kids meal |
| Kids 4-pc Chicken Nuggets (a la carte) | $2.49–$3.29 | 180 | Nuggets only, without a side or drink |
| Kids Hamburger (a la carte) | $2.19–$2.99 | 250 | Hamburger only, without a side or drink |
| Kids Cheeseburger (a la carte) | $2.49–$3.29 | 290 | Cheeseburger only, without a side or drink |
| Kids Apple Bites | $1.29–$1.99 | 35 | Apple bites as a kids side; the lightest side option |
| Kids Drink (small) | $1.79–$2.49 | 0–150 | Small soft drink, milk, or juice with a kids meal |
| Kids Chocolate Milk | $1.99–$2.79 | 150 | Chocolate milk with a kids meal; a popular kids drink choice |
Pro Diner Tip: the kids nuggets meal at $5.49 to $6.49 is the safest order for a picky eater, and the apple bites side keeps the meal light without an argument at the table. If your child is a light eater, the a la carte four-piece nuggets at $2.49 to $3.29 plus a small drink can cost less than the full meal.
Value analysis: kids meals run from $5.49 to $6.99, some of the cheapest full meals on the menu, and the flat pricing removes the guesswork of adult combos. Compared with ordering a junior burger plus fries and a drink separately, which can reach $8 or $9, the kids meal saves a couple of dollars while giving a right-sized portion.
Desserts & Frosty
The Frosty is the dessert that has defined Wendy’s since 1969, a thick, spoonable mix of chocolate and vanilla that is neither a milkshake nor soft-serve but something in between. It comes in junior, small, medium, and large sizes, and the newer Frosty flavors — strawberry, vanilla, and seasonal specials — rotate through the year. The Frosty is also the menu’s best-known dipper: many regulars order fries specifically to dip them into a Frosty, and the combination is a small ritual at Wendy’s tables.
| Item | Price | Calories | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Classic Chocolate Frosty (junior) | $1.49–$2.19 | 200 | Smallest Frosty; the cheapest dessert on the menu |
| Classic Chocolate Frosty (small) | $2.19–$2.99 | 310 | Standard small Frosty; the most-ordered dessert |
| Classic Chocolate Frosty (medium) | $2.69–$3.49 | 420 | Medium Frosty; the best size for sharing with one other person |
| Classic Chocolate Frosty (large) | $3.49–$4.49 | 570 | Largest Frosty; a full dessert on its own |
| Vanilla Frosty (small) | $2.19–$2.99 | 310 | Vanilla version of the classic Frosty |
| Vanilla Frosty (medium) | $2.69–$3.49 | 420 | Medium vanilla Frosty |
| Strawberry Frosty (small) | $2.49–$3.29 | 320 | Seasonal strawberry Frosty; not always available |
| Chocolate Frosty Swirl | $3.49–$4.49 | 460 | Frosty with a chocolate swirl topping |
| Frosty Key Tag (annual) | around $3.00 | — | Annual key tag for a free junior Frosty with any purchase; approximate, sold while supplies last |
| Chocolate Chunk Cookie | $1.99–$2.79 | 330 | Warm chocolate chunk cookie; the only baked dessert on the menu |
| Sugar Cookie | $1.99–$2.79 | 310 | Warm sugar cookie; a lighter cookie option |
Pro Diner Tip: the junior Frosty at $1.49 to $2.19 is the cheapest dessert at Wendy’s and the best way to end a meal without adding much cost or many calories, and it is also the size the annual Frosty Key Tag gives you free with a purchase. If you are ordering fries, try dipping them in the Frosty — the salty-sweet combination is the reason so many regulars order the two together.
Value analysis: desserts run from $1.49 for a junior Frosty to about $4.49 for a large Frosty or a swirl, which makes the Frosty the cheapest dessert line of any major burger chain. The small Frosty at $2.19 to $2.99 is the sweet spot: about the same price as a cookie, but larger, and it is the item the chain is known for.
Beverages
Drinks at Wendy’s cover the usual fast-food range: Coca-Cola soft drinks with free refills for dine-in guests, lemonade, sweet tea, coffee, and bottled water. The lemonade comes in regular and strawberry versions, and the coffee is served hot or iced. Soft drink prices climb with size, and the difference between a small and a large is usually less than a dollar, which makes the medium the default choice for most combos.
| Item | Price | Calories | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soft Drink (small) | $1.99–$2.79 | 0–150 | Fountain drinks; refills free when dining in |
| Soft Drink (medium) | $2.49–$3.29 | 0–210 | Most-ordered drink size; the combo default |
| Soft Drink (large) | $2.99–$3.79 | 0–290 | Largest soft drink; free refills for dine-in |
| Strawberry Lemonade | $2.99–$3.99 | 190 | Strawberry lemonade; the most-ordered specialty drink |
| All-Natural Lemonade | $2.99–$3.99 | 190 | Classic lemonade; free refills for dine-in at most locations |
| Sweet Tea | $2.49–$3.29 | 130 | Sweetened iced tea; a southern favorite |
| Unsweetened Iced Tea | $2.49–$3.29 | 0 | Unsweetened iced tea; the only zero-calorie drink besides diet soda |
| Hot Coffee (small) | $1.79–$2.49 | 0–10 | Fresh-brewed hot coffee; black is nearly calorie-free |
| Hot Coffee (medium) | $2.19–$2.99 | 0–10 | Medium hot coffee |
| Iced Coffee | $2.49–$3.49 | 10–120 | Iced coffee; sweetened versions add calories |
| Orange Juice | $2.49–$3.49 | 140 | Orange juice; mainly a breakfast drink |
| Bottled Water | $1.99–$2.79 | 0 | Bottled water; the cheapest zero-calorie bottled option |
Pro Diner Tip: eating inside? Order a fountain drink or lemonade and top it up as often as you like — one cup covers the whole meal. A large soft drink at $2.99 to $3.79 is only about a dollar more than a small, so it is the better buy if you are eating in. At breakfast, the small hot coffee at $1.79 to $2.49 is the cheapest drink on the board.
Value analysis: drinks run from $1.79 for a small hot coffee to about $3.99 for a specialty lemonade, with most between $1.99 and $3.49. Since refills apply to dine-in only, a drive-thru order gets one cup, so the size you pick at the speaker is the size you keep, and the medium is the right call for most people.
Current Deals & Value Picks
Wendy’s deals are the strongest part of the menu, and they are the reason the chain is known as a value burger stop. The headline offers for November 2026 are the 4 for $4, the $5 and $6 Biggie Bags, the $1 junior Frosty with the annual key tag, and the app-only offers that rotate weekly. The 4 for $4 gives you a junior sandwich, four nuggets, fries, and a drink for four dollars, and the Biggie Bag builds the same idea up with a larger sandwich and a bigger drink.
| Item | Price | Calories | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 for $4 Meal | $4.00 | Approx. 800–1,000 | Jr. Cheeseburger or Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger, 4-pc nuggets, fries and a drink |
| $5 Biggie Bag | $5.00 | Approx. 900–1,100 | Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger or Crispy Chicken BLT, 4-pc nuggets, fries and a drink |
| $6 Biggie Bag | $6.00 | Approx. 1,000–1,200 | Classic Chicken Sandwich or Bacon Double Stack, 4-pc nuggets, fries and a drink |
| $7 Biggie Bag (where offered) | $7.00 | Approx. 1,100–1,300 | Larger sandwich choice with nuggets, fries and a drink; not at every location |
| Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger (a la carte) | $2.99–$3.99 | 380 | Cheapest full burger on the menu; the base of the value bundles |
| 4-pc Chicken Nuggets (a la carte) | $2.49–$3.29 | 180 | Cheapest nugget box; part of the 4 for $4 and Biggie Bag bundles |
| Junior Frosty (with Frosty Key Tag) | Free with purchase | 200 | Free junior Frosty with any purchase using the annual key tag, around $3.00 |
| Small Chili (a la carte) | $2.99–$3.99 | 240 | Cheapest filling side; a value pick outside the bundles |
| App-only offers (rotating) | Varies | Varies | Weekly app deals such as free fries with a purchase or a discounted sandwich; check the app before ordering |
Pro Diner Tip: the 4 for $4 is the best deal on this page for one person, because it is a complete meal — sandwich, nuggets, fries, and a drink — for four dollars, and buying the same four items separately would cost roughly nine or ten dollars. The $5 and $6 Biggie Bags are the next step up, and the app offers often beat even the bundle prices, so check the app before you order.
Value analysis: between them, these deals suit just about any party size. Regulars get the most mileage from the Frosty Key Tag, which turns every visit into a free junior Frosty, while a family can pair kids meals with a couple of Biggie Bags and still spend less than on separate combos. Two people sharing lunch are better off with two Biggie Bags than two full combos, and anyone eating alone should start with the 4 for $4. Check Wendy’s official site for your nearest location, the app, and the latest offers.
FAQs
What is the cheapest meal at Wendy’s?
The cheapest complete meal is the 4 for $4, which gives you a junior cheeseburger or junior bacon cheeseburger, four chicken nuggets, fries, and a drink for four dollars. If you want something even cheaper and do not need a drink, a Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger at $2.99 to $3.99 plus a four-piece nuggets box at $2.49 to $3.29 can make a filling snack for around six dollars.
How much is a Biggie Bag at Wendy’s?
The $5 Biggie Bag costs five dollars and includes a Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger or Crispy Chicken BLT, four chicken nuggets, fries, and a drink. The $6 Biggie Bag costs six dollars and swaps in a Classic Chicken Sandwich or Bacon Double Stack with the same nuggets, fries, and drink. Some locations also offer a $7 Biggie Bag with a larger sandwich choice, but it is not available everywhere.
How much is a Frosty at Wendy’s?
A junior Frosty costs $1.49 to $2.19, a small costs $2.19 to $2.99, a medium costs $2.69 to $3.49, and a large costs $3.49 to $4.49. The junior is the cheapest dessert on the menu, and with the annual Frosty Key Tag, which costs around $3.00, you can get a free junior Frosty with any purchase for a full year.
What time does Wendy’s serve breakfast?
Wendy’s serves breakfast from opening, generally around 6:30 AM, until 10:30 AM at most locations. The breakfast menu includes the Breakfast Baconator, biscuit and croissant sandwiches, seasoned breakfast potatoes, and the Frosty-ccino. After 10:30 AM the menu switches to the regular lunch and dinner items.
Is the 4 for $4 still available at Wendy’s?
Yes, the 4 for $4 is still available at participating Wendy’s locations in November 2026, and it remains one of the chain’s signature value offers. It includes a junior cheeseburger or junior bacon cheeseburger, four chicken nuggets, fries, and a drink for four dollars. Availability can vary by location, so it is worth confirming on the menu board or in the app before you order.
How many calories are in a Dave’s Single?
A Dave’s Single carries 590 calories for the sandwich alone, with one quarter-pound fresh beef patty, cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickle, onion, ketchup, and mayo on a toasted bun. With a medium fries at 420 calories and a medium soft drink, the full combo lands at roughly 1,100 to 1,200 calories. The Dave’s Double carries 830 calories and the Dave’s Triple carries 1,090 calories for the sandwich alone.
Every range above is a typical guide, not a fixed quote — your restaurant may charge a little more or less, and delivery usually costs extra. Items and offers rotate too, so a seasonal Frosty or a bundle listed here might be gone on your next visit. Updated: November 2026.