Subway is the home of the submarine sandwich. Their slogan is “Eat Fresh” and they’ve branded themselves as a healthy alternative to typical fast food establishments. The main menu item is their infamous sub but they also offer other items such as: a variety of soft drinks, salads, wraps and baked goods.

The company’s focus is on fresh, made-to-order food and all of their subs are made from freshly baked bread and prepared directly in front of the customer. Their dedication to providing healthy, fresh, fast-food has ensured they have remained at the forefront of the fast-food industry. read more

Taco Bell is a restaurant that serves delicious tex-mex food; as per the name, they were originally focused on their tacos, however, their variety of Mexican goodness also includes: burritos, quesadillas, sweet treats, soft drinks and a delicious breakfast range.

They provide fresh, quality, authentic Mexican cuisine at affordable prices for the whole family. They have spent years perfecting the flavor of their products and you’ll be able to taste this dedication to the authenticity from your first bite. read more

Sonic is the epitome of traditional fast food in the US.  They advertise themselves as “America’s drive-in” and it certainly is a reputation they deserve. When you arrive at Sonic, you’ll sit in your car as you order through their infamous intercom system and then shortly after a carhop on roller-skates will roll on over with your order.

Their traditional fast-food menu includes favorites such as: hamburgers, hot dogs, corn dogs, milkshakes, soft drinks and desserts. Their super fast, super friendly service, or “service with the speed of sound” has guaranteed their place as a family favorite across the nation. read more

Smoothie King have branded themselves as a “nutritional lifestyle centre” offering a range of freshly made smoothies. Their slogan is “Smoothies with a Purpose” and they create a variety of nutritional smoothies to cater for every purpose. Whether you’re looking to lose weight, build muscle or boost your immune system, there’s a choice for you.

The creator of Smoothie King wanted to create drinks that were full of nutrients, proteins, vitamins and minerals; a product that would help boost the nation’s health. The chains philosophy is to provide delicious, fruit based, nutritional smoothies, customized to your body’s needs. read more

Smashburger are a fairly new chain offering ‘smashed-to-order’ burgers with high quality ingredients and the promise of never serving any frozen food. Their motto is “smashed fresh, served delicious” and their mission is to revamp the image of the classic burger and bring it back into customer’s everyday lives.

They serve an assortment of items such as: chicken sandwiches, salads, sides and a wide range of beverages but their focus is on their burger that comes in a variety of customizable options. They have created a fantastic reputation on serving only fresh, high-quality and delicious food. read more

McDonalds is arguably the biggest name in the global fast food industry and they serve an astonishing 68 million customers each day. This company has grown substantially over the years; from a simplified menu of hamburgers, potato chips and orange juice, they now serve a range of burgers, salads, wraps, breakfast items and desserts.

Initially listed as a drive-in restaurant service, they have developed to include eat-in and take-out services in addition to the classical drive-in aspect. Their “Speedee Service System” was one of the largest contributors to the fast food industry as we know it today. This system increased the speed of service and decreased the food cost for every customer, solidifying McDonalds as one of the most convenient, affordable options across the globe. read more

If Domino’s doesn’t ring a bell, then you must have been living in Mongolia, as this is one of the only places this chain doesn’t have a restaurant. With over 10,000 stores in 73 countries, Domino’s have conquered the global pizza market. Not to mention being the second largest pizza chain in the USA.

From their humble beginnings as a traditional pizzeria, they have continuously expanded their menu and at current locations you can find a huge variety of items. Worldwide you’ll find: first and foremost a vast range of pizzas; but also chicken wings, pasta, garlic bread, cheesy bread, potato wedges, a range of soft drinks and a divine selection of delicious desserts. All baked in-house and to your personal preferences. read more

This restaurant sets itself apart from traditional fast food establishments by providing authentic Mexican meals made with naturally grown produce and naturally reared meat. Furthermore, all the ingredients are prepared fresh, either on-site or in one of their central kitchens. Chipotle’s slogan is “Food with Integrity”, they understand the connection between how food is raised and prepared with how it tastes, and that’s what they provide.

The company has dedicated itself to creating superior Mexican cuisine that’s good to eat and good for the environment. Through the entire organization, from produce to the plate, the company has strict regulations to ensure they only deliver the safest, freshest, highest quality meals. read more

Sheetz is a restaurant, convenience store and gas station chain that has had a place in the nation’s hearts for over 60 years. Their slogan is “Fresh Food Made To Order,” and their specialty M.T.O (made to order) brand covers a wide selection of breakfasts, lunches, dinners, snacks and drinks.

The company’s M.T.O philosophy is simple; fresh food prepared as and when you want it, meaning no stale sandwiches that have been on display for a week. They use high quality ingredients in all of their meals; and you can either takeout, eat-in, or enjoy them on the go. Sheetz are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and with such a huge selection, they have something for everyone.  read more

Who doesn’t love pizza? Not very many people. In fact it would be a safe assertion to say that most people love Papa John’s pizza as it is the third largest pizza take-out and delivery restaurant.  They have restaurant locations on almost every continent with most of them here in the United States.

From starting in a back room of his father’s business, to having built his company to more than 4000 locations, John Schnatter worked hard to ensure his company carried his personal ethos and slogan for pizza: “Better Ingredients. Better Pizza. Papa Johns.” He believed that the ingredients were what made the pizza, whether it be good pizza or bad pizza. Today Papa John’s has done well not only to excel in quality pizza but also to excel in customer service. read more