Independent US menu guide
Updated October 7, 2026. Typical US prices
Bacon Cheese Baked Potato October 2026
Bacon Cheese Baked Potato typically around $4.99 and about 420 calories for the standard US build. Your Wendy’s may charge more or less.
Bacon Cheese Baked Potato as it is usually served. Plating varies by restaurant.
Wendy’s Bacon Cheese Baked Potato starts with a fluffy, oven-baked potato and piles on shredded cheddar cheese, creamy cheese sauce, and crispy Applewood smoked bacon. It’s rich, savory, and comforting - perfect as a hearty side or standalone snack. A warm, cheesy bacon-filled treat in every bite at Wendy’s.
Also Check: Chili & Cheese Baked Potato & Cheese Baked Potato
Wendy’s Bacon Cheese Baked Potato is a satisfying, flavor-packed side that combines comfort food with bold toppings. It starts with a fluffy baked potato, oven-cooked to perfection with a tender inside and a soft, golden skin. On top, you’ll find a generous layer of warm, creamy cheese sauce, a sprinkle of shredded cheddar, and crispy Applewood smoked bacon crumbles.
At Wendy's-Menu, we love how this side turns a simple baked potato into a rich and savory treat. The cheese sauce melts down into every corner of the potato, while the shredded cheddar adds a little extra sharpness. The smoky bacon bits bring a crunchy texture and bold flavor, making each bite more satisfying than the last.
It’s hearty enough to be a meal on its own or makes a perfect side dish to pair with a burger or chicken sandwich. If you’re looking to skip the fries but still want something indulgent and warm, Wendy’s Bacon Cheese Baked Potato hits the spot.
This side delivers classic baked potato comfort with a cheesy, bacon-filled upgrade that adds real flavor to any Wendy’s order.
2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice, but calorie needs vary. Nutrition for beverages is based on a standard ice fill. Price and participation may vary.
The short version
- Typical US price: $4.99. Your restaurant can charge more or less.
- Typical calories: 420 for the standard build.
- Usually served: Most of the day (after breakfast at many stores).
- More items in this group: fries sides.
Quick facts
Names, typical prices, and serving times in one place.
| Name | Details |
|---|---|
| Wendy’s | The restaurant brand (The Wendy’s Company). We are not that company. |
| This site | Wendy-Menus, an independent US menu guide |
| This item | Bacon Cheese Baked Potato |
| Typical US price | $4.99. Set by the franchise, not a national list |
| Typical calories | 420 kcal for the standard build |
| When it’s served | Most of the day (after breakfast at many stores) |
| Menu group | fries sides |
| Calories | 420 Cal |
|---|---|
| Total Fat | 12 g |
| Saturated Fat | 6 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 30 mg |
| Sodium | 570 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 64 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 7 g |
| Total Sugars | 4 g |
| Protein | 17 g |
| Calcium | 15% DV |
| Iron | 20% DV |
| Potassium | 35% DV |
Similar menu items
Part of the Fries & sides menu.
Price, calories, and timing for the Bacon Cheese Baked Potato
The numbers first, so you can decide before you reach the speaker.
- Usually served: Most of the day (after breakfast at many stores).
- Typical US price: $4.99. Franchise owners set their own, so your store can charge more or less.
- Typical calories: 420 for the standard build, before extra sauce or a combo drink.
What’s usually on the Bacon Cheese Baked Potato
This is the standard US build. The crew can hold a sauce or add bacon if it is already on the line.
- Natural-cut skin-on potatoes
- Salt
- Cooked in a shared fryer at most restaurants
What to order with it
A named combo bundles fries and a drink. Pick sides on their own when you want to keep the calories or the total down.
- Natural-cut fries or chili
- A small Frosty or fountain drink
- Upgrade to a combo only if you want the bundled drink/fries
Allergens, fryers, and cross-contact
A clean ingredient list is not the whole story, because most stores fry several foods in the same oil. Here is what this item usually contains.
- Milk or dairy shows up often: cheese, mayo, a Frosty, or cream.
- Shared fryers mean fish, dairy, or wheat contact is possible even on a “plain” fried item.
How to order it at the speaker
Most kitchens will hold mayo, add bacon, or put chili on fries when the ingredient is already on the line. Expect a small upcharge, and skip invented secret-menu names.
- Say the item name first, then the change (“no mayo,” “extra pickle”).
- Delivery menus can be shorter and cost more than the dining room.
- Before about 10:30 a.m., many lunch sandwiches are not on the board yet.
Questions about Bacon Cheese Baked Potato
Who writes Wendy-Menus
Publisher: Wendy-Menus editorial (about us). We research the public Wendy’s menu and we are not The Wendy’s Company. Pages start from our archived menu listings and photos. Last reviewed October 7, 2026.
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