Wendy's to Close Hundreds of Locations Nationwide
Wendy's announced plans to shut down roughly 300 stores across the United States in the coming months. This decision follows an earlier announcement to close 150 locations in late 2024, bringing the total number of closures to over 350.
Impact on New Jersey Wendy's Locations
Wendy's, one of the ten most popular fast-food chains in New Jersey, may see some of its 145 local restaurants affected by the upcoming closures. Many of these locations are concentrated in South Jersey. However, specific stores targeted for closure have not been disclosed.
Comments from Wendy's Interim CEO
"When we look at the system today, we have some restaurants that do not elevate the brand and are a drag from a franchisee financial performance perspective," said Interim CEO Ken Cook during a quarterly earnings call on November 7. "The goal is to address and fix those restaurants."
Cook also mentioned the company aims to save select locations despite the widespread closures, with the process scheduled to begin later this year.
Finding Nearby Wendy's Locations
Customers looking for a Wendy's restaurant in New Jersey can use the official Wendy's restaurant locator tool available on the company's website to find the nearest open location.
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Summary: Wendy's plans to close more than 350 stores nationwide, including some in New Jersey, as part of a strategy to improve overall franchise performance starting late 2025.