Wendy’s plans to close 5% to 6% of its underperforming restaurants after reviewing sales at its nearly 6,000 locations, the fast-food chain announced.
The company began closing locations in late 2025, with most of the closures continuing through the first half of 2026.
“By closing consistently underperforming restaurants, we are enabling our franchise partners to increase focus on locations with the greatest potential for profitable growth,” said Wendy’s interim CEO Ken Cook.
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Cook said the chain’s recently introduced $4, $6, and $8 Biggie Bags will remain on menus as consumers face economic challenges this year.
“Launching this new Biggie Deals platform was important.
Although Wendy’s has no plans to exit the breakfast market, Cook said it will allow locations the flexibility to open later. »