Wendy's T-Rex Burger, a towering creation previously removed from the menu, has returned for a limited engagement at a Wendy's franchise in Edmond, Oklahoma. The nearly $30 burger features nine beef patties and nine slices of cheese, totaling approximately 3,000 calories. Its reappearance was noted on a sign in the restaurant window that read, “Think you can take down the T-rex? Prove it.”
The burger's return has generated a variety of online reactions, with some commenters expressing disbelief or humor about the extreme calorie count and others noting the burger's substantial protein content and perceived value. One Reddit user described the price of $30 for nine patties as "a solid deal."
According to an employee at the Oklahoma location, the promotion began on September 10 and is slated to expand to other restaurants across the state. While the specifics of the prize for completing the challenge were not disclosed, the employee indicated it would include a voucher for a free meal. Participants in the challenge are not required to finish the accompanying fries and drink.
The T-Rex Burger reportedly originated as a promotional item after a Sports Illustrated advertisement for a large Wendy's sandwich led to customer demand. It was previously available at a Wendy's in Brandon, Manitoba, Canada, before being discontinued by the company. Customers have since attempted to recreate the burger unofficially by ordering a "David's Triple" and adding six extra patties.