World's Top-5 fast food chains

1. McDonald’s

• Founded: 1940 in San Bernardino, California, USA.

• Headquarters: Chicago, Illinois, USA.

• Number of Locations: Over 38,000 globally.

• Famous For: Iconic menu items such as Big Mac, McNuggets, and fries.

• Revenue: Approximately $25.5 billion in 2023.

• Notable Features: McDonald’s is known for its franchise-based model, global menu variations, and innovations like the McDelivery service .

2. Starbucks

• Founded: 1971 in Seattle, Washington, USA.

• Headquarters: Seattle, Washington, USA.

• Number of Locations: Over 35,700 worldwide.

• Famous For: Coffee beverages, pastries, and snacks.

• Revenue: $36.5 billion as of mid-2024.

• Notable Features: Starbucks focuses on sustainability and sources its coffee beans ethically. It even owns a coffee farm in Costa Rica, offering virtual tours .

3. Subway

• Founded: 1965 in Bridgeport, Connecticut, USA.

• Headquarters: Milford, Connecticut, USA.

• Number of Locations: Over 37,000 globally, making it the largest single-brand restaurant chain.

• Famous For: Customizable sandwiches and subs, wraps, and salads.

• Revenue: $16.1 billion in 2023.

• Notable Features: Subway emphasizes fresh, made-to-order meals and operates as a franchise-driven business .

4. KFC (Kentucky Fried Chicken)

• Founded: 1952 in Salt Lake City, Utah, USA.

• Headquarters: Louisville, Kentucky, USA.

• Number of Locations: Over 30,000 in 145+ countries.

• Famous For: Fried chicken made with a secret blend of 11 herbs and spices.

• Revenue: Contributes significantly to Yum! Brands’ $8.6 billion revenue.

• Notable Features: KFC is known for its Original Recipe chicken, sides like coleslaw, and global menu adaptations .

5. Domino’s Pizza

• Founded: 1960 in Ypsilanti, Michigan, USA.

• Headquarters: Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

• Number of Locations: Over 20,000 worldwide.

• Famous For: Variety of pizzas, including specialty crusts and sides like garlic bread.

• Revenue: $4.6 billion as of 2024.

• Notable Features: Domino’s emphasizes innovation with online ordering and fast delivery services, serving over a million customers daily .