Fast food restaurant known for square patties plans another Manatee County location
Wendy’s, known for its square, never-frozen hamburger patties, could soon have a ninth location in Manatee County.
The planned restaurant would be built south of State Road 64 and west of White Eagle Boulevard, near a Lakewood Ranch roundabout.
The location is just east of the White Eagle Publix, which opened in 2022 at 13150 State Road 64 E.
Paperwork filed this week with Manatee County Development Services identifies the project name as SMR Northwest Land, LLC/ Wendy’s.
SMR, or Schroeder-Manatee Ranch, is the developer of Lakewood Ranch.
The planned Wendy’s is part of a commercial project overseen by Casto Net Lease.
New Wendy’s planned in Lakewood Ranch
Wendy’s made a bit of national news this week when it announced its Orange Dreamsicle Frosty.
“A beloved childhood classic meets the iconic cool, creaminess of Frosty with Wendy’s new, spring-inspired seasonal flavor. The newest Frosty innovation packs a spoonful of sweet orange notes combined with the classic smooth vanilla Frosty for a dreamy orange cream experience,” the company said in a news release.
Dave Thomas opened the first Wendy’s on Nov. 15, 1969, in Columbus, Ohio.
Often asked is why Wendy’s hamburger patties are square.
“Wendy’s hamburgers have always been square, and they hang over the bun so our customers can see the quality beef before even taking that first bite. When you see the square, you’ll taste the difference,” the company says.
There are more than 6,500 Wendy’s restaurants in the United States and 29 countries and U.S. territories worldwide, the company says on its web page.
Wendy’s in Manatee County
▪ 5411 14th St. W., Bradenton
▪ 5100 Cortez Road W., Bradenton
▪ 5420 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton
▪ 4201 53rd Ave. E., Bradenton
▪ 11727 State Road 70 E., Lakewood Ranch
▪ 6600 State Road 64 E., Bradenton
▪ 606 10th St. W., Palmetto
▪ 5904 20th St. E., Ellenton
