Opening hours
Open now · closes 3:00 AM
| Monday | 6:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Saturday | 6:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Sunday | 6:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
Local time in Chicago: 8:57 AM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (773) 763-6754 to confirm.
Location & directions
5456 North Harlem AvenueChicago, IL 60656
About Wendy's
Located at 5456 North Harlem Avenue in Chicago, Illinois, Wendy's is a fast food restaurant. It is one of 5,398 places to eat and drink we list in Chicago.
Wendy's is open 7 days a week, usually 6:00 AM – 2:00 AM. It stays open late, until 2:00 AM on most nights. Early risers are covered too: doors open at 6:00 AM most days.
Available service options are takeout and drive-through. On the menu: burgers.
You can reach the team at (773) 763-6754.
Quick facts
- Category
- Fast Food Restaurant · Burger
- Address
- 5456 North Harlem Avenue, Chicago, IL 60656
- Phone
- (773) 763-6754
- Hours
- Open 7 days a week, usually 6:00 AM – 2:00 AM
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 12 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 1 AM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for fast food restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Wendy's’s weekday schedule with 195 other fast food restaurants in Chicago. On a typical weekday it opens at 6:00 AM, close to the local norm of 6:00 AM and closes at 2:00 AM, later than 92% of them (typical closing time: 10:00 PM).
In total it is open about 143 hours a week, 31 hours more than the local median of 112. 95% of fast food restaurants in Chicago open on Sundays, and Wendy's is one of them.
Compared with 195 other fast food restaurants in Chicago that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for fast food restaurants in Illinois
Based on 27 menus with 1,412 priced items from fast food restaurants in Illinois, the median menu item costs $7.68, and half of all items are priced between $4.19 and $13.12.
We don’t have Wendy's’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what fast food restaurants in Illinois typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Hamburger | 63% | $6.99 |
| Cheeseburger | 56% | $7.50 |
| Hot Dog | 52% | $4.62 |
| Cheese Fries | 52% | $5.95 |
| Onion Rings | 52% | $5.76 |
| Chicken Tenders | 48% | $10.99 |
| Italian Sausage | 48% | $5.39 |
| Fries | 44% | $3.35 |
Calculated from 27 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Takeout
- Drive-through
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Wendy's there are 13 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 36 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Pizza (5), Bakeries & Desserts (5), Bars & Pubs (3), and Sandwiches & Delis (3).
Competition is light: 2 other fast food restaurants are within a mile and 28 within three miles. The closest is McDonald's, 0.6 mi away.
7 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Breakfast & BrunchCozy Corner< 0.1 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexTaco Burrito King< 0.1 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsDunkin'< 0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeMather’s More Than a Cafe< 0.1 mi
- Chicken & WingsPopeyes0.1 mi
What to expect at a fast food restaurant
Burger joints and fast-food restaurants are built for speed: order at a counter, kiosk, app or drive-through and expect your food in minutes. The category ranges from national chains with identical menus everywhere to independent burger stands, regional favorites with cult followings and modern “better burger” shops that grind their own beef.
What to order
- Classic cheeseburger – the signature item almost everywhere
- Fries or onion rings – ask for them fresh if the line is short
- Chicken sandwich – a fierce battleground between chains in recent years
- Milkshake – hand-spun shakes are a hallmark of independent burger stands
Good to know
- Ordering ahead in the brand’s app usually skips the line and unlocks app-only deals.
- The lunch rush peaks around noon to 1 PM; mid-afternoon is the quickest time to visit.
- Drive-through hours can differ from lobby hours – the lobby often closes earlier at night.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Wendy's's opening hours?
Open 7 days a week, usually 6:00 AM – 2:00 AM. Monday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 AM; Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 AM; Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 AM; Thursday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 AM; Friday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 AM; Saturday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 AM; Sunday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 AM.
Is Wendy's open on Sunday?
Yes, Wendy's is open on Sundays: 6:00 AM – 2:00 AM.
Where is Wendy's located?
Wendy's is located at 5456 North Harlem Avenue, Chicago, IL 60656.
What is the phone number of Wendy's?
You can call Wendy's at (773) 763-6754.
Does Wendy's offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for Wendy's, and takeout is available. Listed service options: takeout and drive-through.
Is Wendy's open late?
Yes – Wendy's is open until 10 PM or later on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
What else is near Wendy's?
There are 36 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Wendy's. Nearby options include Cozy Corner (< 0.1 mi), Taco Burrito King (< 0.1 mi), and Dunkin' (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other fast food restaurants near Wendy's?
2 other fast food restaurants within a mile. The closest is McDonald's, 0.6 mi away.
How much do fast food restaurants in Illinois cost?
Based on 27 menus with 1,412 priced items from fast food restaurants in Illinois, the median menu item costs $7.68, and half of all items are priced between $4.19 and $13.12.
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