Chicken & Fish · Seasonal, Lent-timed · Updated July 2026
Wendy’s Crispy Panko Fish Sandwich
The short answer
Yes, Wendy’s has a fish sandwich, but only for a seasonal window tied to Lent, typically mid-February through early April. It is wild-caught Alaskan Pollock in a panko crust with lettuce, pickles, American cheese and dill tartar sauce. When available, it runs 510 calories with g of protein.
Price
$5.67
510 cal
Protein
—
Alaskan Pollock
Sodium
—
Season
Feb – Apr
Lent window, varies by year
By Sarah Jenkins · Wendy's Data & Menu Editor
Nutrition figures checked by Sarah Jenkins
Does Wendy’s have a fish sandwich?
Seasonally, yes. The Crispy Panko Fish Sandwich is not a year-round menu item, it returns each year on a schedule tied to Lent, typically running from mid-February through the first Sunday in April, then coming off the menu until the following year. Even during that window, availability can vary by location, since some franchises opt in more consistently than others.
This explains a lot of the confusion behind “does Wendy’s have a fish sandwich” searches: people remember trying it in the spring and then can’t find it in the fall, which is expected rather than a sign it was discontinued.
Why only during Lent?
It follows the same industry-wide pattern as McDonald’s Filet-O-Fish and similar items at other chains. Lent is a 40-day period observed by many Christians who abstain from meat on Fridays, and fish is not considered meat for that purpose, which drives a predictable seasonal spike in demand. Fast-food chains time fish promotions to this window because that is when interest is highest, then pull back once it passes.
What’s on the Crispy Panko Fish Sandwich?
A wild-caught Alaskan Pollock fillet coated in crispy panko breadcrumbs, distinct from the heavier standard batter most competitors use, topped with lettuce, pickles, American cheese, and dill tartar sauce on a bun.
Fish Sandwich questions
Does Wendy's have a fish sandwich?
Seasonally, yes, but not as a year-round menu item. The Crispy Panko Fish Sandwich returns each year timed to Lent, typically mid-February through early April, then comes off the menu. Availability also varies by location even during that window, so it is not guaranteed at every restaurant.
Why does Wendy's only sell a fish sandwich during Lent?
It follows the same pattern as most major fast-food chains: Lent is a 40-day period observed by many Christians who abstain from meat on Fridays, and fish is not considered meat for that purpose. Demand for fish sandwiches spikes industry-wide during this window, which is why McDonald's, Wendy's, Popeyes and others all run fish promotions on a similar seasonal schedule.
What is on Wendy's Crispy Panko Fish Sandwich?
A wild-caught Alaskan Pollock fillet coated in crispy panko breadcrumbs, topped with lettuce, pickles, American cheese, and dill tartar sauce on a bun.
How many calories are in Wendy's fish sandwich?
510 calories, with 22g of protein and 1,290mg of sodium, when it is in season and available.
How much does Wendy's fish sandwich cost?
This guide lists it at about $5.67 when available. A combo costs more, and local prices vary.
Is Wendy's fish sandwich available year-round at any locations?
Some individual franchise locations may carry it outside the main Lent window, but this is not standard and cannot be relied on nationally. The most reliable way to check is the Wendy's app for your specific location during the February to April window.
What kind of fish does Wendy's use?
Wild-caught Alaskan Pollock, the same fish most fast-food chains use for their fried fish sandwiches, coated in a panko breadcrumb crust rather than a standard batter.