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title: "Friendly’s Introduces New Core Menu Highlights and Expands Happy Ending Menu"
url: https://burnaze.com/article/894de769-bd9c-46a7-8ee2-120ffc4a6ee3
source: "Franchising.com"
original_url: https://www.franchising.com/news/20260128_friendlys_introduces_new_core_menu_highlights_and_expands_happy_ending_menu.html
category: "Family dining"
industry: "Restaurants"
segment: "Family dining"
topics: ["Development & multi-unit"]
published: 2026-01-28T12:00:00.000Z
modified: 2026-10-31T16:48:29.089Z
image: https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1561758033-d89a9ad46330?w=1600&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop
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# Friendly’s Introduces New Core Menu Highlights and Expands Happy Ending Menu

**TL;DR:** Friendly's introduces new core menu items, including the Turkey Stack and Friendly's Stir Fry, and expands its Happy Ending Menu. The updated menu features a range of options, including sliders, crispy chicken tenders, and famous fried ravioli.

*originally published in Franchising.com on 2026-01-28. [Read the original](https://www.franchising.com/news/20260128_friendlys_introduces_new_core_menu_highlights_and_expands_happy_ending_menu.html).*

## Story

The latest additions are led by two new entrées that will take center stage on both the core menu and Happy Ending Menu:

- Turkey Stack (starting at $15.49) — Toasted sourdough stacked with stuffing, red-skin garlic mashed potatoes and grilled turkey breast, finished with turkey gravy.

- Friendly’s Stir Fry (starting at $13.29) — Seasonal vegetables tossed in teriyaki sauce and served over rice, with the option to add grilled chicken or beef.

The Happy Ending Menu remains a cornerstone of Friendly’s value offerings, featuring six fan-favorite entrées. Guests who choose from select items — including the NEW Stir Fry and Turkey Stack — can enjoy a free Happy Ending Sundae, because every meal deserves a sweet finish.

The refreshed 2026 Core Menu also features these must-try standouts:

- Sliders (starting at $12.49) — A choice of three crispy chicken or burger sliders topped with American cheese on toasted buns, served with lettuce, pickles, tomatoes and Friendly’s Signature Sauce.

- Crispy Chicken Tenders (starting at $9.79) — Three hand-cut, all-white chicken tenders with a light, crispy coating, served with a choice of dipping sauce.

- Friendly’s® Famous Fried Ravioli (starting at $8.29) — Golden brown cheese ravioli topped with Parmesan cheese and served with marinara sauce.

Beyond these highlights, Friendly’s core menu continues to offer something for everyone, including starters, wings, soups, salads, quesadillas, burgers, SuperMelts® and sides, along with a dedicated senior menu. From the Friendly’s BLT and All-American Burger to the Fishamajig SuperMelt, the lineup showcases dishes that families have enjoyed for generations.

“For more than 90 years, Friendly’s has been about more than just food — it’s about the joy of gathering around a table, sharing familiar flavors and making memories with each meal,” said Dawn Petite, president of Friendly’s Restaurants. “These new additions capture that spirit, offering satisfying meals, flexible options and wallet-friendly prices that bring smiles to every guest and give them one more reason to linger for a sweet treat.”

## Entities

- Franchising.com (publication)
- QSR (sector)
- menu pricing (topic)
- menu expansion (topic)
- Friendly's (company)
- Dawn Petite (person)
- value offerings (topic)
- core menu (topic)

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Originally reported by Franchising.com (https://www.franchising.com/news/20260128_friendlys_introduces_new_core_menu_highlights_and_expands_happy_ending_menu.html). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/894de769-bd9c-46a7-8ee2-120ffc4a6ee3).