When did Wendy's Sweet & Sour sauce return to menus?

The Sweet & Sour sauce returned to Wendy's menus nationwide on April 27, 2026.

Is Wendy's Sweet & Sour sauce available permanently?

Wendy's has stated that the Sweet & Sour sauce is currently a limited-time offering.

What other new items did Wendy's release with the Sweet & Sour sauce?

Wendy's spring offerings included jalapeño-loaded items, watermelon-flavored drinks, and a new Cookie Dough Frosty Fusion.

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Wendy's Sweet & Sour Sauce Returns: Demand Drives Revival

28 Apr

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Summary

Sweet & Sour sauce returns to Wendy's menus nationwide on April 27, 2026.
The sauce's return is a direct response to significant customer demand.
Wendy's warns the popular sauce is available for a limited time.

Wendy's Sweet & Sour Sauce Returns: Demand Drives Revival

Wendy's has reintroduced its Sweet & Sour sauce to menus nationwide, effective April 27, 2026. This decision follows a strong customer reaction after the sauce was initially removed from offerings. The return of the Sweet & Sour sauce, which can be paired with nuggets, tenders, fries, or burgers, comes as Wendy's rolls out its spring menu.

Alongside new jalapeño-loaded items and a Cookie Dough Frosty Fusion, the Sweet & Sour sauce is available. Wendy's Signature, Sweet Chili, and Scorchin' Hot sauces remain on the menu as well.