The Beef on The Baconator FAQ

Since its inception, the Baconator^® has earned its place as one of Wendy's^® most iconic hamburgers by bringing together two fan-favorite ingredients: fresh, never frozen beef* and Applewood smoked bacon. Built with two square beef patties, six strips of crispy bacon and layers of melty American cheese, the Baconator delivers big flavor from the first bite to the last.

Whether it's your go-to order at lunch, dinner or late at night, here's everything you need to know about the hamburger that keeps fans coming back for more.

What comes on a Baconator? 

The Baconator is proof that simple, high-quality ingredients can create legendary flavor.

Every Baconator starts with a half-pound** of Wendy's fresh, never frozen beef, topped with six strips of Applewood smoked bacon and American cheese. Ketchup and mayonnaise round out the flavor, all served on a soft, potato bun.

Simple? Yes. Ordinary? Never.

The Baconator vs. Son of Baconator®  

Love the Baconator but looking for a smaller bite?

The Son of Baconator^® delivers the same craveable combination of fresh, never frozen beef, Applewood smoked bacon and American cheese in a size designed for a different appetite. It features two smaller beef patties, four strips of Applewood smoked bacon, melty American cheese, ketchup and mayo on a premium potato bun.

All the ingredients that made the Baconator famous, in a smaller package.

Ordering a Baconator Late at Night?

Late-night cravings have a way of making themselves known. And when they do, the Baconator is ready to deliver.

Pair this legendary hamburger with Hot & Crispy Fries, Baconator^® Fries or Chicken Nuggets for a late-night meal worth staying up for.

Many Wendy's drive-thrus are open until midnight or later, making it easy to satisfy after-hours cravings as soon as they strike.***

What’s on a Breakfast Baconator®? 

Morning cravings deserve bacon, too.

The Breakfast Baconator^® starts with grilled sausage, a freshly cracked egg, American cheese and crispy Applewood smoked bacon. Then we add even more bacon and top it all off with our signature cheese sauce for a breakfast sandwich loaded with flavor from top to bottom.

It’s pure Baconator bliss for your morning.

What does it mean to “Baconate”?  

Around here, "Baconate^®" is our term used to describe making something even better with bacon.

It's the same spirit that inspired Baconator Fries – Wendy’s Hot & Crispy Fries topped with warm cheese sauce, shredded cheddar and Applewood smoked bacon. The perfect companion to a Baconator or a satisfying snack all on their own.

Because when you've got craveable bacon, the answer to "should we add bacon?" is usually yes.

From breakfast to late night, the Baconator family gives fans more ways to enjoy the flavors they crave. Whether you're reaching for the original Baconator, the Son of Baconator or the Breakfast Baconator, every order starts with high-quality ingredients that made the Baconator an icon in the first place.

The fan-favorite Baconator, or Baconmator in Australia, is available in select markets around the world. Fans in the UAE can try the Beefanator, a spin-off of the original hamburger, featuring bacon strips made from beef.

Download the Wendy's app or visit your nearest Wendy's restaurant to grab yours whenever the craving strikes.

*Fresh beef available in the contiguous U.S. and Alaska, as well as Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico, the UK, and other select international markets.

**Approximate weight before cooking

***Hours may vary at participating Wendy’s.

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