Wendy's

Money Moves

Dealing with franchisee distress

Meritage Hospitality Group, one of Wendy's largest franchisees, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on September 17 in Michigan. The company runs 314 Wendy's restaurants and employs about 9,000 people across 15 states.

Updated 6 days ago

Rule Changes

Previous occupant of 24 West 23rd Street

New York's health department conducted a pre-permit inspection for Liberty Bagels at 24 West 23rd Street on October 5, 2026. The address most recently held a Wendy's, last inspected January 21. The bagel chain, founded in 2018, is seeking a food service permit for the location.

Updated Oct 8

Rule Changes

Licensee facing hours restriction at Roslindale location

A Roslindale Wendy's has been serving burgers until 3 a.m. despite a city license that says close at 11 p.m. The Boston Licensing Board this week called the late hours an 'attractive nuisance' fueling street parties near American Legion Highway and Walk Hill Street.

Updated Sep 6