A Definitive Ranking of Every Wendy’s Breakfast Menu Item
Wendy’s may have been late to the breakfast game, but it didn’t hold back. The menu mixes croissant sandwiches, biscuit stacks, burritos, and sweet sides, all designed to go up against fast-food staples from McDonald’s and Burger King. Here’s how the 15 breakfast options rank, from least to most worth ordering.
Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuit
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The biscuit takes over this sandwich. It’s big, dry, and too fluffy for what’s inside. The bacon, egg, and cheese get lost in the bulk, and without a sauce, the whole thing feels off balance. You finish it wishing the bread had stepped back and let the rest of the sandwich show up.
Cinnabon Pull-Apart
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The name promises more than the item delivers. The dough bites come heavy with icing but light on real flavor, leaving the whole thing closer to packaged pastry than fresh Cinnabon. It works in a pinch, but it won’t remind you of the mall version.
Sausage, Egg & Cheese Biscuit
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The sausage has plenty of bulk but not much moisture, and the biscuit adds more weight than lift. Egg and cheese don’t do enough to tie it together, so every bite is dense and uneven. It’s filling on paper, but the flavor never justifies the heft.
Bacon, Egg & Cheese Croissant
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This one always looks better on the menu board than in the wrapper. The egg crowds out everything else, and the bacon barely shows up. The croissant helps with texture, but the sandwich never gives much flavor back.
Frosty Cream Cold Brew (Chocolate)
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Wendy’s replaced its Frosty-ccino with this newer take. It’s a sugar-forward cold brew with a Frosty-inspired creamer that feels more like dessert than caffeine. Coffee purists won’t be impressed, but fans of bottled Starbucks drinks may find it familiar.
Sausage, Egg & Cheese English Muffin
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This English muffin sandwich offers a lighter feel than its biscuit counterpart, and the muffin itself impresses with its buttery flavor. Unfortunately, the sausage patty feels dry, and the egg lacks moisture. Still, the ratio of bread to filling is more balanced. It’s a reliable option if you’re craving something simple.
Homestyle French Toast Sticks
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Wendy’s plays the nostalgia card here and mostly succeeds. These dunkable sticks are crispy outside and soft inside. The flavor, though, is plain. Without syrup, they don’t carry much cinnamon or sweetness. They come in 4- and 6-piece packs and hold up well on the go.
Maple Bacon Chicken Croissant
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This sandwich is close to great, but the parts don’t always sync. A juicy chicken filet, smoky bacon, and maple butter sit between croissant halves. But the croissant’s spongy texture and the overly sweet maple flavor drag it down.
Bacon, Egg & Cheese English Muffin
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What helps this sandwich stand out is balance. The egg is fresh-cooked, the bacon is crisp, and the English muffin toasts nicely without getting too dry. It’s light but satisfying, especially when warm. Though the cheese isn’t always noticeable, the bacon quality gives Wendy’s an edge over competitors.
Frosty Cream Cold Brew (Vanilla)
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The vanilla creamer softens the coffee in a way the chocolate one doesn’t. It’s sweet, easy to drink, and closer to a dessert than a morning coffee. If you’re looking for a caffeine jolt, it won’t do much, but as a cold treat, it holds up well.
Sausage Gravy & Biscuit
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This is one of the few Wendy’s breakfasts you’ll need to sit down for. The biscuit does a good job soaking up the peppery gravy, but the sausage pieces are just chopped patties instead of proper crumbles. It works, though it never quite captures the comfort of diner-style biscuits and gravy.
Oatmeal Bar
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Often overlooked, this soft-baked bar sneaks in as one of the most enjoyable side options. With dried berries and cinnamon spice, it tastes more bakery-made than drive-thru. It’s high in sugar but feels like a morning snack that doesn’t try to imitate a full meal.
Bacon Breakfast Burrito
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Potatoes, bacon, eggs, and cheese get wrapped into a soft flour tortilla, making this one of the heartier Wendy’s breakfasts. The mix tastes different with every bite, and a splash of Cholula hot sauce helps cut through the salt.
Seasoned Potatoes
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Wendy’s potato wedges easily outshine most fast-food breakfast sides. They’re thick-cut and hold seasoning well: garlic, pepper, and a hint of onion powder. They’re not greasy and still taste good after cooling down. They’re also one of the best-value menu items.
Breakfast Baconator
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This is Wendy’s flagship breakfast sandwich for a reason. Sausage, bacon, American cheese, egg, and Swiss cheese sauce all stack between a pillowy bun. It’s indulgent without being chaotic. No single flavor overpowers the others, which makes every bite satisfying.