While many of the world’s popular fast food chains come from the USA, there are several international chains Americans are missing out on. They’re a hit in their home countries and other countries around the globe. If you’re looking for new flavors, you’ve come to the right place. Today, we’re bringing foodies 10 popular fast food chains you wish the USA had.
10. Nando’s – South Africa
Nando’s is an international casual dining chain known for Portuguese-African flame-grilled peri peri chicken. It originated from South Africa but gained immense popularity in the United Kingdom. At the same time, they have a small presence in the US under the name Nando’s PERi-PERi. You can find a few of them in Washington, Maryland, Virginia, Illinois, Texas, and Georgia.
9. Toast Box – Singapore
If you’re an all-day breakfast lover, you’ll love Toast Box, Singapore’s answer to Denny’s and IHOP. At Toast-Box, you can get toast with different spreads and toppings. Their renowned menu item is their Kaya Toast, Singapore’s traditional breakfast featuring sweet coconut jam and butter, served best with boiled eggs and iced coffee.
8. Telepizza – Spain
Spain’s Telepizza is one of the largest pizza places outside the USA. They’re best known for their dough recipe, which is distributed to their numerous franchises around Spain and topped with their variety of toppings. Telepizza is one of the earliest places to adopt the online ordering system, focusing on convenience and delivery.
7. MOS Burger – Japan
If you visit Japan, don’t miss out on the MOS Burger, the nation’s fast food chain that offers a refreshing burger approach. Order the rice burger, which features grilled rice patties that replace the traditional burger bun. It’s also a different fast food experience where you can ensure they are made fresh and follow a made-to-order approach.
6. Kaati Zone – India
If you’re looking for a fast food place serving something you haven’t had yet, the Kaati Zone could have been a good option. Born in India, the chain serves kathi rolls, a popular street food in the country. It’s filled with skewer-roasted kebab wrapped in paratha bread. There used to be a Kaati Zone in New Jersey, but it has already closed down.
5. Dicos – China
Dicos is one of China’s biggest fast food chains and is said to be the Chinese version of KFC. They offer American-style fast food but with an Asian twist. Their popular menu item is the Spicy Good Luck Chicken Sandwich, which is pretty much like the spicy chicken sandwich that we know of. It’s nice to have a chain in the USA where you can have something fit for your palate but with its home country’s twist.
4. Lotteria – South Korea
Lotteria is a major fast food chain in South Korea that has also expanded to Japan and other East Asian countries. Unlike traditional burger chains that we have, Lotteria isn’t afraid to explore as much as possible with their creations. They even offered a limited-time Ramen Burger and a Shrimp Burger. If that’s something you want to try, they’ll be opening their first US store in Fullerton, California, this year.
3. Supermac’s – Ireland
Supermac’s has been Ireland’s staple fast food chain since 1978. They’re known to serve high-quality Irish beef burgers, chicken, and different potato dishes using local ingredients. They’re famous for their Curry Cheese Fries, which are like your cheese and fries but with curry sauce.
2. Nordsee – Germany
While Long John Silver’s is in the USA, there’s Nordsee in Germany. The chain specializes in seafood and is a pretty popular fast food spot in the country. It’s also one of the world’s oldest fast food chains, which started during the 19th century as a fish supply shop before becoming a restaurant business.
1. Flunch – France
Imagine having Flunch in the USA, where you enjoy French delicacies but in a fast food style. At Flucnh, you’ll get to pick from a wide range of options, including the popular grilled meats section. It’s the perfect work lunch spot to go to!