Wendy’s Opens Fourth Australian Restaurant in Seaford as Expansion Ramps Up
Wendy’s Australian comeback is picking up speed. The American burger chain has opened its fourth restaurant in the country, this time in Seaford, in Melbourne’s south-east. The new drive-thru opened its doors on Wednesday, 28 October, and it’s just the latest step in an ambitious plan to bring hundreds of Wendy’s restaurants to Australia over the next decade.
Where Is the New Wendy’s?
The Seaford restaurant is located at 300 Frankston–Dandenong Road, Seaford. It offers dine-in, takeaway and drive-thru service, making it Wendy’s second drive-thru in Melbourne and its second restaurant in Victoria. The opening is run by Flynn Group, the franchise operator behind Wendy’s Australian rollout, which described Seaford as its fourth Wendy’s restaurant in the country.
Following a Record-Breaking Debut
Seaford follows the huge success of Wendy’s Dandenong South, the chain’s first Australian drive-thru. According to the brand, that opening became the highest-performing opening day and opening week in Wendy’s global history. In just seven days, customers ordered almost 20,000 burgers, more than 30,000 chicken tenders and over 6,500 Frostys. Those numbers show just how much Aussies were craving the American favourite.
What’s on the Menu?
The Seaford restaurant serves Wendy’s full menu. Highlights include the chain’s signature square beef patties made with fresh, never-frozen, 100% Australian beef, along with hand-breaded chicken tenders and loaded fries. And of course, there’s the famous Frosty, a thick frozen dessert that sits somewhere between a milkshake and soft serve. Many fans swear by dipping their fries in it.
Wendy’s Australian Locations So Far
| Location | State | Address | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dandenong South | Victoria | 1A Assembly Drive | Drive-thru |
| Seaford | Victoria | 300 Frankston–Dandenong Road | Dine-in, takeaway and drive-thru |
| Gold Coast | Queensland | Cavill Avenue | Restaurant |
| Brisbane CBD | Queensland | Albert Street | Restaurant |
Big Plans for Australia
Seaford is part of Wendy’s goal to open around 200 restaurants across Australia over the next decade. More openings are expected in the coming months as the brand builds on its strong start in Victoria and Queensland. For fast-food fans, it means more chances to try the brand without travelling far.
A Long-Awaited Return
This isn’t Wendy’s first time in Australia. The American chain, founded by Dave Thomas in Columbus, Ohio, in 1969, briefly operated in Australia in the 1980s before closing its doors. It made its official return in 2025. It’s also worth noting that the American burger chain is not related to Wendy’s Milk Bar, the Australian ice-cream and hot dog chain that has been around since 1979.
The Bottom Line
With its fourth Australian restaurant now open in Seaford, Wendy’s is wasting no time building its presence Down Under. After a record-breaking start in Dandenong South, the brand is clearly betting that Aussies’ appetite for square burgers and Frostys is here to stay.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. When did Wendy’s Seaford open?
Wendy’s Seaford opened on Wednesday, 28 October 2026, at 300 Frankston–Dandenong Road, Seaford, Victoria.
2. How many Wendy’s restaurants are in Australia?
Seaford is Wendy’s fourth Australian restaurant, joining Dandenong South in Victoria and the Gold Coast and Brisbane CBD in Queensland.
3. Does Wendy’s Seaford have a drive-thru?
Yes. Wendy’s Seaford offers dine-in, takeaway and drive-thru service. It’s the brand’s second drive-thru in Melbourne.
4. Is Wendy’s the same as Wendy’s Milk Bar?
No. Wendy’s is an American burger chain, while Wendy’s Milk Bar is a separate Australian ice-cream and snack chain.
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