Wienerschnitzel Is Coming to Walmart – Here's What You Should Know
Okay, so if you're someone who loves grabbing a quick hot dog while running errands, this might be good news for you. Wienerschnitzel — the hot dog chain known for its chili dogs and fries — is setting up shop inside Walmart stores. Yep, inside the actual stores. Starting this fall, they’re opening six locations in places like Reno, Tempe, Bakersfield, and a few other cities out west. So imagine getting groceries and picking up a chili cheese dog on your way out. Pretty convenient, right?
Where Are These New Spots Opening?
Here’s where they’re setting up:
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Tempe, Arizona
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Reno, Nevada
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Bakersfield, California
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Colorado Springs, Colorado
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Alamogordo, New Mexico
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Puyallup, Washington
Each location will have the full Wienerschnitzel menu — all the classics like chili dogs, corn dogs, chili cheese fries, jalapeño poppers, and those soft-serve desserts from Tastee Freez. So yeah, it’s the whole experience, just inside Walmart.
Why Is This a Big Deal?
So, this isn’t just about food. It’s part of a bigger trend. More and more fast-food brands are teaming up with big stores like Walmart to reach customers in a new way. It’s a smart move. There’s a ton of foot traffic in Walmart every day, and people love easy, fast meals — especially if they don’t have to make another stop.
For Wienerschnitzel, this is about trying something different. Their Director of Franchise Expansion, Shak Turner, said the company wants to grow in places where people already are — and Walmart is that place. It’s not just about opening new restaurants. It’s about meeting customers where they’re already going.
What This Means for Walmart Shoppers
If you’re someone who shops at these Walmart locations, your grocery run is about to get a bit tastier. Whether it’s a quick lunch, an after-shopping snack, or something to grab on the go, having a familiar food option right there makes things a little easier. And honestly, for families shopping with kids, this could be a lifesaver.
Walmart has done similar things before — teaming up with other food brands like Mr. Gatti's Pizza and Crave Hot Dogs. It’s all part of making the in-store experience feel more complete, more enjoyable. Not just shopping. Shopping with perks.
Final Thoughts
This new move by Wienerschnitzel feels like a win-win. The brand gets to try a fresh way of expanding, and Walmart shoppers get something tasty without leaving the building. It’s still early — only six stores for now — but if this works, we could probably see even more locations pop up in other cities too. So next time you're grabbing laundry detergent, don’t be surprised if you walk out with a chili dog too.
