Fast-food menu attachments can create quite the emotional journey for loyal customers. Just ask devotees of McDonald’s Szechuan Sauce or Taco Bell’s Mexican Pizza. However, few discontinued items have generated as much longing as KFC’s iconic potato wedges.
KFC removed their fan-favorite potato wedges from menus in 2020 (an already challenging year, as many remember) to introduce their signature fries. While the logic behind not offering multiple fried potato options remains puzzling to many, this particular loss sparked significant disappointment. Despite numerous social media campaigns and petitions, the wedges remained unavailable—until now.
Just when hope seemed lost, KFC has announced a limited revival: Potato wedges will return for a mere two-week period, exclusively at five Tampa locations. Should this test run prove successful, there’s potential for a wider release in the future.
The much-missed KFC Potato Wedges feature a crispy exterior that gives way to soft, fluffy potato inside—creating what many consider the perfect accompaniment to any bucket of chicken.
Why did KFC select Tampa for this revival test?
“Many factors go into selecting test markets, including representation of national QSR consumer trends for gauging customer feedback,” explained a KFC spokesperson via email. They added that any decisions about expanding availability after the two-week Tampa trial would depend on the results of this test launch.
The outlook appears promising, however. “They are one of KFC’s most requested menu items. Fans have been demanding and petitioning for them to return for five years,” the spokesperson noted.
Starting today, March 10, the potato wedges will be available for two weeks (or until supplies run out) exclusively in-restaurant at select participating locations. They won’t be offered through third-party delivery platforms. Customers can order the KFC Potato Wedges individually or as a side option.
The fortunate locations are:
- 1605 W. Kennedy Boulevard, Tampa, FL 33606
- 770 34th Street, N., St. Petersburg, FL 33713
- 4402 W. Gandy Boulevard, Tampa, FL 33611
- 3105 Havendale Boulevard, Auburndale, FL 33823
- 1492 N. Broadway Avenue, Bartow, FL 33830
Should this test prove successful, we may see these beloved wedges return nationwide.