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Wendy's is an American international fast food restaurant chain founded by Dave Thomas on November 15, 1969, in Columbus, Ohio. Its headquarters moved 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 McDonald’s and Burger King.
Toggle through Wendy’s® history to learn more about the FOOD that’s been crafted, employees and franchisees who’ve built Wendy’s FAMILY, and all the children in the foster care COMMUNITY we’ve supported.
Jul 12, 2024 · Wendy’s, fast-food company founded in 1969 that is the third largest hamburger chain in the United States, behind McDonald’s and Burger King. The chain was known for its avuncular founder Dave Thomas and for its signature square hamburger patties.
History. DWG years. The present-day Wendy's Company had several predecessors, the oldest of which (Deisel-Wemmer Co., a cigar manufacturer and importer based in Ohio) was founded in 1884. On January 23, 1929, Deisel-Wemmer incorporated as Deisel-Wemmer-Gilbert Corporation (DWG), after it was acquired by an investment group.
On November 15, 1969, Dave Thomas opened the first Wendy’s Old Fashioned Hamburgers restaurant in Columbus, Ohio. His boyhood dream was coming true. After trying all five of his children's names for the restaurant, Dave decided on his daughter Melinda's nickname - Wendy.
Nov 4, 2021 · Founder Dave Thomas opened the first Wendy’s on November 15, 1969 in Columbus, Ohio. He named the restaurant after his daughter, Wendy. A year later, he opened a second location that featured the first modern drive-thru window at a fast-food restaurant.
Jan 4, 2024 · In 1969, a new chapter in fast food began in Columbus, Ohio, with the opening of the first Wendy’s restaurant by Dave Thomas. Unlike other fast-food joints, Wendy’s stood out with its unique square-shaped hamburgers and a commitment to fresh ingredients.
