In-N-Out lovers need not wait much longer. The first Washington location in Ridgefield will open Wednesday, the company announced Monday morning.

The beloved California burger chain unveiled its plans to open the restaurant at 5801 N. Pioneer Canyon Drive last year.

In-N-Out expects to employ about 80 people once it opens, and Clint Ford, a 26-year In-N-Out veteran, will manage the restaurant.

The company said Monday the restaurant will be able to seat 73 customers inside and 28 outside under a covered patio. It also has a drive thru lane.

The location will be open daily from 10:30 a.m. to 1 a.m. and 1:30 a.m. on Friday and Saturday.

The city of Ridgefield released its traffic plan last week, hoping to keep the popular fast food restaurant’s traditionally long lines off the city’s r

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