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This Beloved Menu Item is Finally Back at Wendy’s and People are Rejoicing

Wendy’s Vanilla Frosty Is Back! Guess what, fellow food enthusiasts? The prodigal son of frosty goodness has returned to Wendy’s menu, and we’re about to embark on a journey of…

Wendy's Vanilla Frosty Is Back!
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Wendy's Vanilla Frosty Is Back!

Guess what, fellow food enthusiasts?

The prodigal son of frosty goodness has returned to Wendy's menu, and we're about to embark on a journey of vanilla-flavored ecstasy. Move aside, chocolate and other frosty impostors – the Wendy's Vanilla Frosty is back, and it's here to reclaim its rightful spot as the undisputed champion of frozen treats.

“She’s a classic, she’s a star and she’s finally back from her tasty travels for a limited time,” Wendy's said.

The flavor replaces the  peppermint Frosty that was rolled out for the holidays and will rejoin the classic chocolate Frosty on menus.

“sometimes a vanilla frosty after 8 months is enough to stop the voices,” wrote the Wendy’s account on X.

Let's Be Honest: It's the best.

Let's start with the basics: vanilla is the unsung hero of ice cream flavors. It's like the cool kid who doesn't brag about being cool but is effortlessly cool anyway. Wendy's knows this, and that's why they've brought back the Vanilla Frosty – a dessert so smooth and creamy, it'll make you question every other frosty choice you've ever made.

Picture this: you take a sip, and suddenly, your taste buds are doing a happy dance. The vanilla flavor is so rich and indulgent. It's not just a frosty; it's a frosty experience. And let's not forget the iconic Wendy's spoon – the perfect companion for diving into this vanilla wonderland.

Now, let's talk about the heartbreaks Wendy's has put us through by discontinuing some of our other favorites.

Bring back  the Big Bacon Cheddar Cheeseburger – those little bites of heaven with a kick. We miss them like a Real Housewife misses her alimony checks.

And what about the The SuperBar? It was like a gourmet meal in fast-food form – sure, with a side of Covid. I loved that self-serve station of the 80s.

Wendy's, please, throw us a bone and bring it back. Our taste buds are ready to party.

Wendy's Vanilla Frosty is the hero we didn't know we needed.

It's back, it's glorious, and it's reminding us why we fell in love with Wendy's in the first place.

Now, let's collectively petition for the return of those spicy nuggets and pretzel bacon pub chicken sandwich.

Wendy's, we're counting on you to make our fast-food dreams come true!

Top 3 Fast Food Restaurants in Massachusetts (and Every New England State)

Two all-beef patties, special sauce, lettuce, cheese, pickles, onions, on a sesame seed bun. Sorry, I just had to type that to see if I still remember it. Unless that's glaringly incorrect, I think I do. And why? Because as a kid fast food played a HUGE role in my life. Our family lived by Chicken McNuggets and Happy Meal toys. We collected all the awesome specialty cups when they came out. Slurpees and White Castle burgers were a way of life. And my favorite was that oddly shaped chicken sandwich at Burger King - no mayo, thanks. I'll still put a perfectly made BK-long chicken sandwich in my favorite foods list. I can't order them as frequently nowadays but every once in a while, if it's fresh out the fryer and the lettuce is fresh too - it's a pretty happy place for me.

As of 2023 there are around 201,865 fast food restaurants in the US. That's over 4,000 fast food joints per state!! The thought of all that fryolator grease is giving me a minor breakout right this second. Oxy pads please!!

So judging by the almost quarter of a million fast food restaurants in America, we sure do love our quick-serve takeaway. And our friends at PriceListo (a website that claims to help you with the "Latest Prices of Your Favorite Restaurants, Gyms, Salons, Movie Theaters, Automotive Services, Pet Services, Deli Shops and Bakeries & More") decided to go state by state and find out which fast food restaurants are most popular there.

So let's go state-by-state for New England. We'll give you every New England state and the Top 3 Fast Food restaurants in each state. Spoiler: Massachusetts' #1 isn't Dunkin'?!? Color me shocked.

By the way, we definitely have some fast food gaps in Massachusetts. These are 10 Super Popular Fast Food Chains That Can't Be Found in Massachusetts.

And now, on to our countdown(s)...

CONNECTICUT's Top 3 Fast Food Restaurants

3. Dominos
2. Starbucks
1. McDonalds

most popular fast food in Massachusetts

VERMONT's Top 3 Fast Food Restaurants

3. Starbucks
2. McDonalds
1. Dominos

most popular fast food in Massachusetts

MAINE's Top 3 Fast Food Restaurants

3. Starbucks
2. McDonalds
1. Dominos

most popular fast food in Massachusetts

NEW HAMPSHIRE's Top 3 Fast Food Restaurants

3. Starbucks
2. McDonalds
1. Dominos

most popular fast food in Massachusetts

RHODE ISLAND's Top 3 Fast Food Restaurants

3. Starbucks
2. McDonalds
1. Dominos

most popular fast food in Massachusetts

MASSACHUSETTS Top 3 Fast Food Restaurants

3. Dominos
2. Starbucks
1. McDonalds

most popular fast food in Massachusetts

Man, New England is pretty consistent with their Top 3's, huh? I swear it's not ALL Dominos and Starbucks and McDonalds. But mostly. Taco Bell, Chik-fil-A, and Pizza Hutt are among others making the lists.

Want to see all 50 states' favorite fast food spots?

Check out PriceListco's complete article full of Top 3's at their website RIGHT HERE!

most popular fast food in Massachusetts
Lauren Beckham Falcone is the co-host of Bob & LBF in the Morning. Formerly an award-winning reporter and columnist for the Boston Herald, she credits her current success as a pop culture commentator to watching too much TV as a kid and scouring the internet too much as an adult. LBF is a regular contributor to NECN and is an honorary board member at the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Lauren lives in Canton with her husband Dave and her daughter Lucy. Lauren writes about trending topics, New England destinations, and seasonal DIY.