In 1969, Dave Thomas founded Wendy’s with a vision of owning the best restaurant in the world. He built Wendy’s with a focus on quality: fresh, never frozen beef, fresh ingredients, a friendly and inviting atmosphere, and delicious food at an affordable price. By partnering with the best suppliers in the business, we can serve fresh food every day that provides a unique restaurant experience for our customers. We are proud that nearly 50 years later, we are still guided by Dave’s vision and core values and continue to run the company like a family business.