KFC Brings Back Potato Wedges After 5 Years: The Ultimate Comfort Food is Back!
Alright, folks, it’s happening: KFC is officially bringing back its fan-favorite potato wedges starting August 18, 2025, after a five-year hiatus. That’s right. The crispy, golden potato wedges that we all missed are finally making their way back to menus nationwide.
KFC took to X to express excitement with a bold and straightforward message: "HERE, DAMN." The tweet reflects the brand's confident and enthusiastic tone, creating buzz among its followers.
On August 18, KFC will be reintroducing its popular Potato Wedges to U.S. menus after a hiatus that began in 2020, prompted by strong customer demand. The beloved side dish will be available for a limited time, while supplies last. Additionally, the fast-food chain is bringing back its Hot & Spicy Wings on the same day, according to a press release shared by HOT 97 on X.
Now, if you’ve been in the dark for the past five years, let me catch you up. Back in 2020, KFC decided to ditch the wedges in favor of crinkle-cut fries.
And while fries are… fine, let’s be real here: they’re just not the wedges. These things were seasoned just right, with that perfect crispy exterior and tender interior that made them addictive. You could easily make a meal out of just those things.
But KFC clearly heard the outcry. Petitions were signed. Fans took to social media, and the demand was impossible to ignore. People wanted their wedges back.
Well, looks like someone at KFC was listening. After a test run in Tampa earlier this year, they’ve made the call: the wedges are here to stay.
Not just for a limited time, mind you, but as a permanent feature. Oh, and did I mention that they’re also bringing back their Hot & Spicy Wings? A little something for the spice lovers to complement the potato goodness.
But let’s take a minute to think about why this comeback feels so sweet. It’s not just about the food, though we can all agree that a good potato wedge is pure comfort.
This is more about nostalgia—that feeling of finally getting something back that you didn’t realize you missed so much. It’s like reconnecting with an old friend. Sure, you got used to the new routine (those crinkle-cut fries), but deep down, you were always thinking about the wedges. Now, they’re back, and everything feels right again.
It’s a smart move for KFC too. As much as we love innovation, sometimes fast food chains forget that people also crave the familiar. There’s something comforting about a menu item that reminds you of better times (or just the time when you didn’t have to make decisions about your dinner in five seconds flat).
KFC knows their audience, and the fact that they’re bringing back a fan-favorite like this proves they’ve been paying attention. Plus, with the fast-food scene getting more competitive every year, leaning into nostalgia and fan favorites is a clever way to keep things fresh.
It also helps that KFC’s timing is impeccable. We're all in a weird space right now, and comfort food like this just feels like a hug from the inside.
The world can be chaotic, but sometimes all we need is a bucket of chicken and some perfectly seasoned wedges to bring us a moment of joy. It’s simple, it’s satisfying, and it’s something we’ve all been waiting for.
So, if you haven’t had a chance to try the wedges yet, it’s time to mark your calendars for August 18. Head on over to KFC, grab a side of those crispy delights, and don’t forget to dip them in ranch. And for those of you who’ve been loyal to the wedge cause all these years? Well, congratulations. You’re about to get your reward. It’s the little victories that count.
KFC is set to bring back its popular Potato Wedges to U.S. menus on August 18, following their discontinuation in 2020. Along with the wedges, the chain will also reintroduce its Hot & Spicy Wings. Both items will be available for a limited time while supplies last, as shared by WORLDSTARHIPHOP on X.
In a world where fast food chains constantly change things up, KFC’s decision to bring back the wedges feels like a win for all of us. Here’s to hoping the only thing they change from here on out is adding more dipping sauces. The potato wedge is back, and with it, so is a little bit of joy.
