A US food brand has announced that it will be opening its first restaurant in the North East after confirming the location for the store. 

American burger and fries brand Wendy's will open its doors in Captain Cook's Square in Middlesbrough after it was revealed that its new address would be at 16 Newport Crescent in the town.  

The new Middlesbrough restaurant will join other new store openings the firm has announced for the UK, with restaurants also due to open in Leeds, Peterborough, Guilford, Derby and Cambridge.

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These new restaurants are set to create more than 240 new jobs across the six locations.

While Wendy's has made a massive name for itself in the US, it's a new concept in the UK that started in 2021, following the arrival of Wendy’s in Liverpool and Portsmouth.

So far, Wendy's has opened 30 locations.

The Northern Echo: A burger from Wendy'sA burger from Wendy's (Image: WENDY'S)

Despite confirmation that it will arrive in Middlesbrough and the location of the restaurant, an opening date is yet to be confirmed.

At the new restaurants, Wendy’s fans can find the same signature items they know and love from the United States, including the Baconator, Dave’s Double, the Spicy Chicken Sandwich, and the classic Frosty dessert. 

Here's what people can expect at Wendy's:

Baconator: A half-pound of British beef, American cheese, six pieces of crispy Applewood smoked bacon, ketchup, and mayo.

Dave’s Single: A quarter-pound of British beef, American cheese, crisp lettuce, tomato, pickle, ketchup, mayo, and onion on a toasted bun. It is named after Wendy's founder.

The Spicy Chicken Sandwich: A juicy chicken breast marinated and breaded in a fiery blend of peppers and spices, cooled down with crisp lettuce, tomato, and mayo.

The Northern Echo: Wendy's restaurantWendy's restaurant (Image: PA MEDIA)

The Curry Bean Burger: It's signature black bean patty that’s mixed with chickpeas and vegetables, topped with Monterrey Jack Cheese, juicy tomatoes, crisp lettuce and curry mayo – all on a toasted bun.

Frosty: Wendy's Signature dessert - cool, creamy and refreshing - thick enough to use a spoon, smooth enough to use a straw. Available in vanilla and chocolate.

Baconator Fries: Natural-cut, skin-on, sea-salted fries topped with warm, creamy cheese sauce, shredded cheddar, and crispy Applewood smoked bacon.

Seasoned Potatoes: Half-moon seasoned potatoes featuring a blend of spices, served crispy and piping hot.