Wendy’s is a fast food restaurant chain founded by Dave Thomas on November 15, 1969, in Columbus, Ohio. The company moved its headquarters to Dublin, Ohio, on January 29, 2006.
As of December 31, 2018, Wendy’s was the world’s third largest hamburger fast food chain with 6,711 locations, following Burger King and McDonald’s. On April 24, 2008, the company announced a strategic alliance with the Arab Company for White Meat (ACWM) and Alghanim Industries to develop and operate Wendy’s restaurants in Egypt and certain other Middle Eastern countries.
The first Wendy’s franchise opened in 1971. Wendy’s was one of the first chains to expand internationally, opening its first Canadian restaurant in 1976 and its first restaurant in Japan in 1983.
Since then Wendy’s has continued to expand internationally. As of December 31, 2018, there were a total of 6,711 Wendy’s restaurants in 37 countries and U.S. territories.
What is the 2 for $5 at Wendy’s?
The 2 for $5 menu at Wendy’s offers two select menu items for just $5. This includes your choice of any two of the following items: Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger, Spicy Chicken Sandwich, Crispy Chicken Sandwich, Homestyle Chicken Sandwich, 10 Pc Chicken Nuggets (Spicy or Crispy), Small Fry and a Small Drink.
