The opening of the first drive-thru Wendy’s in the northwest has caused quite a stir among fast-food enthusiasts in the UK. Writer Ellen Kirwin from the Liverpool Echo visited the new location in Kirkby, Merseyside to see what all the excitement was about. She initially faced long queues of cars waiting to go around the drive-thru, but undeterred, she returned the next day to try the restaurant.
On her second visit, Ellen found that the queue was still long but moving quickly as customers used the self-service screens to place their orders. The interior of the restaurant was basic but comfortable, with ample seating inside and outside. The ordering process was smooth, and Ellen was pleasantly surprised by how quickly she received her meal – within 10 minutes.
As she began to eat her Baconator burger, Ellen realized that Wendy’s was not just another fast-food chain like McDonald’s or Burger King. The Baconator, with its generous portions of bacon, beef patty, cheese, ketchup, and mayo, resembled more of a Five Guys-style burger than a typical fast-food offering. She found the burger to be flavorful and satisfying, especially compared to other fast-food chains where adding bacon often falls short.
In addition to the Baconator, Ellen tried the jacket potato as a side dish and found it to be fluffy on the inside and crispy on the outside. She also sampled a chip from her partner’s meal and found it to be equally delicious. Overall, Ellen was impressed by the quality and speed of service at Wendy’s compared to other fast-food restaurants she had visited in the past.
Ellen’s meal at Wendy’s cost £14.69 for the Baconator Combo meal and £12.59 for the Dave’s Double large meal. The American fast-food chain first arrived in the UK in 2021 and now has 30 locations across the country. Some of Wendy’s signature menu items include the Baconator, Dave’s Single, Spicy Chicken Sandwich, Curry Bean Burger, Frosty dessert, Baconator Fries, and a variety of breakfast options.
For those looking to visit a Wendy’s restaurant in the UK, locations can be found in cities such as Brighton, London, Leeds, Oxford, Portsmouth, Reading, Sheffield, and more. Each restaurant offers a unique menu of Wendy’s classic offerings, providing customers with a tasty and satisfying fast-food experience.