BIZNOTE FOLLOWUP: White Center Wendy’s announces opening date

(Added: WSB/WCN photo, today)

As we first reported in June, the former KFC/A&W at 16th/102nd in White Center is becoming a Wendy’s. A spokesperson for the franchisee just sent word of the opening date. From the announcement:

The new Wendy’s location, situated on the corner of 16th Avenue and SW 102nd Street, is scheduled to open on Friday, August 29, bringing Wendy’s signature “Fresh, Famous Food” to even more guests in the community.

The new restaurant is designed with the modern customer in mind, featuring:
-Digital ordering kiosks
-Dedicated mobile and delivery pick-up points
=An enhanced pick-up window experience …

In addition to serving great food, Wendy’s proudly supports the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption®, which works to dramatically increase the number of adoptions of children waiting in North America’s foster -care system.

Dave Thomas was the founder of Wendy’s, which started in 1969. The franchisee that will operate the White Center restaurant, WTC Ventures, has more than 90 other Wendy’s, including the one in Burien.

15 Replies to "BIZNOTE FOLLOWUP: White Center Wendy's announces opening date"

  • AK August 19, 2025 (2:51 pm)

    This will make my hubby very happy! Finally!

  • Bill#1 August 19, 2025 (2:55 pm)

    This should be a good addition – hopefully makes it in the long run!Any word on Panda Express at WWV?

    • WSB August 19, 2025 (3:44 pm)

      Not since our last update last month, at which time they were aiming for early August, and we’re certainly past that. Certainly looks ready – the work zone in front was dismantled and removed, and the interior appears done. Anyway, we’re asking.

  • SquarePatty August 19, 2025 (3:20 pm)

    I’m excited about this and it’s in my calendar. Have they mentioned what their hours will be?

  • shed22 August 19, 2025 (3:29 pm)

    Any word on Panda Express in Westwood Village? 

    • Midi August 19, 2025 (5:17 pm)

      I was coming here to ask the same! I had thought the opening date was to be early August but haven’t heard anything recently

  • Al King August 19, 2025 (4:01 pm)

    2 all beef patties special sauce on a sesame seed bun…oooops, wrong restaurant.

  • Where's the Beef? August 19, 2025 (4:48 pm)

    Their bacon and cheese potatoes are superb.

  • East Coast Cynic August 19, 2025 (5:30 pm)

    Dave’s double is a guilty pleasure.  I’ve considered Wendy to be one of the best fast food burger places and look forward to it

  • Rob August 19, 2025 (6:14 pm)

    The chilli

  • Erik August 19, 2025 (8:49 pm)

    Maybe they can give Panda Express some pointers on opening a store ;-)

  • 1994 August 19, 2025 (9:59 pm)

    Just in time for their coupons in todays Valpak mailer envelope! Look for yours :) The bacon and cheese potatoes mentioned above sounds yummy….

  • JM August 20, 2025 (10:46 am)

    Heh, I was just thinking about those “Where’s the Beef?!” commercials from the ’80s.  :)

  • Tinfoil Hat August 20, 2025 (6:08 pm)

    The day before the Tranfer Station reopens, I see.  There are no coincidences!

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