Wendy’s Bacon Poutine is a tasty twist on a Canadian classic! Found on Wendy’s Menu in Canada, this dish starts with crispy, sea-salted skin-on fries, topped with gooey Canadian cheese curds and rich poutine sauce. But the best part? Crispy bacon bits added on top for extra flavor! It’s cheesy, savory, and packed with bacon goodness. If you love poutine, this version takes it to the next level!
Price: $5.99
Nutrition Information
Wendy’s Bacon Poutine takes the classic Canadian dish to the next level with crispy fries, rich gravy, melty cheese curds, and savory bacon pieces. Its nutrition facts highlight a mix of protein, fats, and carbohydrates. This indulgent dish is perfect for bacon lovers craving a warm, cheesy, and flavorful treat.
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Nutrition Facts
| Calories | 700 Kcal |
| Total Fat | 39 g |
| Saturated Fat | 17 g |
| Trans Fat | 0.3 g |
| Cholesterol | 70 mg |
| Sodium | 1900 mg |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 5 g |
| Total Sugars | 1 g |
| Protein | 25 g |
| Iron | 31% DV |
| Calcium | 11% DV |
| Potassium | 31% DV |
Adults and teens aged 13 and up typically require around 2,000 calories daily, while children aged 4 to 12 need about 1,500 calories per day. Keep in mind, though, that individual calorie needs can differ. Prices and availability may also vary.
Ingredients
French Fries: Potatoes, Vegetable oil (soybean and/or canola), Modified food starch (potato, corn, tapioca), Rice flour, Dextrin, Salt, Baking powder, Sugars (dextrose), Xanthan gum, Sodium acid pyrophosphate (to help retain colour). Cooked in vegetable oil ([soybean, canola, corn, and/or cottonseed], hydrogenated soybean oil, dimethylpolysiloxane). Seasoned with sea salt. COOKED IN THE SAME OIL AS MENU ITEMS THAT CONTAIN WHEAT, MILK, EGG, SESAME, AND MUSTARD.
Poutine Sauce: Water, Modified corn starch, Sugars (corn maltodextrin, sugar), Salt, Hydrolyzed plant protein (corn, soy, wheat), Dehydrated vegetables (tomato, onion, garlic), Chicken fat (includes rosemary extract), Colour (caramel, turmeric, paprika), Disodium inosinate and Disodium guanylate, Citric acid, Spices, Yeast extract, Natural flavour (includes celery), Calcium silicate, Silicon dioxide. CONTAINS: SOY, WHEAT.
Cheese Curds: Pasteurized milk, Modified milk ingredients, Salt, Bacterial culture, Microbial enzyme, Calcium chloride. CONTAINS: MILK.
Applewood Smoked Bacon: Pork, Water, Salt, Sugar, Smoke flavour, Sodium phosphate, Sodium erythorbate, Sodium nitrite, Smoke.
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Is It a Healthy Choice?
This is a less healthy, indulgent side that is best reserved for occasional eating. Wendy’s Bacon Poutine is very heavy for a side item at 700 calories, making it closer to a full meal than a simple add-on. The combination of fries, gravy, cheese curds, and bacon pushes the fat, saturated fat, and sodium levels high, so it is not a good everyday choice.
The 25g of protein gives Bacon Poutine strong satiety and makes it more filling than regular fries or standard poutine. However, that protein comes with a major trade-off: 39g of fat and 17g of saturated fat. This makes it a rich, calorie-dense item that is less ideal for low-fat, calorie-conscious, or heart-conscious diets.
Sodium is the biggest concern at 1,900mg, which is very high for a side dish. Carbohydrates are also substantial at 62g, while 5g of fiber adds some digestive balance from the potatoes. Sugar is very low at 1g, so the issue is not sweetness but salt, fat, and portion size. Bacon Poutine is best suited for diners who want a filling, savory comfort-food treat with lunch or dinner. For better balance, consider sharing it, skipping other salty sides, choosing water, and keeping the rest of the day lighter.
What Does It Taste Like?
Bacon Poutine tastes bold, salty, cheesy, smoky, and deeply savory. The fries give it a warm potato base, while the gravy adds a rich, hearty flavor that coats every bite. The cheese curds bring a creamy, slightly tangy taste that balances the saltiness of the fries and gravy. The bacon adds a smoky, meaty punch, making this version taste heavier and more indulgent than regular poutine. It is not sweet or spicy. It is built around comfort-food flavors: salty fries, warm gravy, creamy cheese, and smoky bacon.
The texture is thick, loaded, and satisfying. Some fries stay lightly crisp at the edges when fresh, but many become soft as they soak up the gravy. The cheese curds add a chewy, creamy bite, while the bacon brings small crisp and chewy pieces throughout. Each forkful feels warm, saucy, and hearty. It is not a clean, crunchy side like plain fries. It has a softer, heavier texture with layers of tender potato, smooth gravy, melty cheese, and bacon bits that make every bite feel rich and filling.
No matter what you’re craving—whether it’s a hearty burger, a crispy chicken sandwich, or a sweet treat—Wendy’s has something delicious for everyone. With quality ingredients, bold flavours, and plenty of variety, it’s easy to find your next favourite meal. Ready to explore even more options? Check out the Wendy’s Full Menu in Canada and discover what else is waiting for you.
Menu information is researched and maintained by the wendymenu.ca editorial team using official Wendy’s Canada sources. Prices and availability may vary by location.
